{"id":45897,"date":"2022-04-15T17:18:57","date_gmt":"2022-04-15T23:18:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wellbridge.com\/?p=45897"},"modified":"2023-12-12T10:47:40","modified_gmt":"2023-12-12T17:47:40","slug":"the-importance-of-warming-up-before-a-workout","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wellbridge.com\/fit-like-that\/the-importance-of-warming-up-before-a-workout\/","title":{"rendered":"The Importance of Warming Up Before a Workout"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\">Especially if you have limited time for your workout, you may be tempted to skip the warmup and cooldown. Don\u2019t do it! Warming up and cooling down are important parts of your workout, because they help reduce stress on your muscles, including your heart.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">When you take the time to warm up before a workout, you\u2019re preparing your body for increased activity. Warmups gradually raise your body temperature and increase blood flow to your muscles, getting your cardiovascular system ready to move. You\u2019ll also be loosening up your muscles, lessening your risk of injury and reducing muscle soreness after your workout.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Cooling down helps your body gradually move into your pre-exercise heart rate and blood pressure. It\u2019s not as important for casual exercisers as warming up, but it\u2019s particularly important for endurance athletes. There\u2019s some controversy over the effectiveness of warming up and cooling down for preventing injuries, but they pose little risk, so it\u2019s worthwhile to include them in your fitness routine.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">To effectively warm up, do it right before you start your workout. Focus on large muscle groups before moving on to exercises specific to your sport or activity. You can do the activity and movement patterns of your chosen exercise, but do them slowly, at a low pace that increases gradually in intensity and speed. A warmup should not leave you fatigued, though you may be sweating by the end of it. Examples of warmup activities include:<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">Walking slowly for five or ten minutes to get ready for a brisk walk.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Walking to the gym before your workout.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Walking briskly for five to ten minutes to prepare for a run.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Swimming slowly to prepare for more intense swimming.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p1\">To cool down, just reduce the pace and intensity of your workout session for the final five minutes or so. This could mean walking slowly after a brisk walk, walking briskly after a run, or swimming at a leisurely pace after your laps. If you\u2019re incorporating stretches into your workout, do them after your warmup or cool-down phase, so that your muscles will already be warm and supple.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">No matter what kind of workout you prefer, you\u2019ll find world-class training that keeps up-to-date with the latest in health and wellness at<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/wellbridge.com\/colorado-athletic-club-dtc\/\"><span class=\"s2\">Wellbridge Family of Athletic Clubs<\/span><\/a>. At our clubs, you\u2019ll be greeted by our friendly team before you\u2019re challenged and motivated by top-notch instructors in our fitness classes. You\u2019ll make new friends because you belong here. <a href=\"https:\/\/wellbridge.com\/colorado-athletic-club-dtc\/membership\/sign-up\/\"><span class=\"s2\">Join today<\/span><\/a> or <a href=\"\/colorado-athletic-club-dtc\/contact\/\"><span class=\"s2\">contact us<\/span><\/a> to learn more.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Especially if you have limited time for your workout, you may be tempted to skip the warmup and cooldown. Don\u2019t do it! 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