30 Seconds SummaryAre you Screwing Up your Warm Up?
- Avoid static stretching before workouts as it decreases muscle stiffness and performance, inhibiting the stretch-reflex which aids in movements like squats.
- Dynamic stretching is recommended because it increases muscle spindle excitation, improves stretch-reflex, and enhances overall performance by raising core temperature and heart rate.
- Warm up should last 5-15 minutes, enough to increase heart rate, body temperature, and blood flow without causing fatigue.
- Incorporate dynamic stretches that address mobility restrictions during warm-up rather than separate mobility routines.
- Specificity is crucial; warm up with lighter versions of the exercises planned for the session to prepare the muscles and joints effectively.
- Warm up routines may need adjustment based on individual factors such as dieting, cold environments, morning training, or feeling particularly sore or stiff.
- Proper warm-ups can lead to enhanced performance, reduced risk of injury, and overall fitness improvement.
Revive Stronger
Steve Hall
