What Key Components Make a Great Warm-Up?
Would
you like to complete a set of warm-ups before you exercise every day but are
unsure of what to do? You probably would like something that provides the best
results and takes the least amount of time. Listed below are some warm-ups and
the key components to each of them so you can understand the importance of
doing them.
Stretch and Hold
Think
of your muscles in your arms and legs sort of like rubber bands. If you don’t
stretch a rubber band, after a while, it becomes a bit brittle and will snap
and break on you the first time you pull it back. Don’t let this happen to your
muscles. Do several stretches and hold the poses for 20 seconds or so before
you begin your workout. It may just save you from a serious injury as it will
definitely increase your flexibility.
How to Approach Cardio Correctly
You
can’t just jump on a treadmill and start booking it at ten miles per hour
immediately. You have to work your way into it so you don’t immediately injure
yourself. You will realize that the older you get, the more you must pace
yourself in the beginning. If you don’t, you are going to pull something and be
hobbling around for weeks.
Jump Some Rope
Jumping
rope is not just great cardio, but it activates basically your whole body with
very little movement. Soon enough, your blood is pumping, your heart rate is
up, and your core temperature rises. It is a perfect warm-up to do before you
go all out. Just don’t overdo it. A minute of casually jumping rope will be
just fine.
Bodyweight Squats
Do a few slow and steady bodyweight squats to loosen up the old joints before you start your serious training for the day. If you are like many people, you will even hear your knees making popping noises. Unless your knees are hurting while they are making those popping sounds, you shouldn’t be concerned. Think of it like cracking your knuckles so your fingers can move a bit better. You are doing the same for your legs.
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