Proper Warm-ups are Key to a Successful Workout

Do you get sore after working out? Or tend to injure yourself working out? If yes, I have a question for you

what does your warm-up look like? Hopefully, it’s a dynamic warm-up. Dynamic warm-ups are the best type

prior to activity because you are activating and stretching the muscles at the same time. This is the best way

to ease your body into a workout.

WHEN YOU DO NOT HAVE A PROPER WORKOUT, YOU ARE AT RISK FOR:

• Acute injuries
• Muscle strains
• Ligament sprains
• Delayed onset muscle soreness
• Decreased flexibility overall

AN EXAMPLE OF A GOOD DYNAMIC SEQUENCE WOULD BE:

• Hamstring scoops
• High knees
• Butt kicks
• Forward lunges
• Side lunges
• Walk outs
• Jumping jacks

Your warm-up should last about 5-10 minutes and incorporate movements of the upper body and the lower body.

After the warm-up, your body should feel loosened up and ready to go!

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