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Is dynamic stretching the new wave? 4 Dynamic Stretches to Add To Your Next Warm-up

Updated: May 4

What’s the difference? Why is warm-up important? And the benefits of dynamic stretching.


Dynamic Warm-up prepares the body for exercise and competition through the warm-up active, and motivate protocol.

Warm-up for exercise

Before starting any physical activity, it's essential to perform a proper warm-up routine—whether it's practice or competition. This can benefit you in several ways, both physically and mentally.


A well-structured warm-up routine can help you prepare mentally and physically for the upcoming training or competition. It promotes blood circulation to active muscles, essential for optimal performance. It also increases body temperature, improving joint range of motion and flexibility.


A well-structured warm-up routine can help you prepare mentally and physically for the upcoming training or competition

Moreover, a well-designed warm-up routine can establish the desired pace for practice and foster a focused mindset for competition. When devising a warm-up plan, it is crucial to consider individual needs, abilities, and goals consistent with your requirements.


Benefits of Dynamic Warm-ups

Dynamic warm-ups offer numerous benefits, such as reducing the risk of injury, lessening the potential for muscle soreness after exercise, and enhancing your athletic performance. They allow your body to gradually adjust to the changing physical demands of training or competition using sport-specific movements and range of motion at a specified speed.


Stretching and Warm-ups are Different

It's important to understand that warm-ups and stretching are different. Stretching's primary function is to increase flexibility and range of motion. On the other hand, warm-ups' primary function is to prepare your body for the activity using preparatory activities and functionally based movements.


Is static stretching a relic?

Static stretching before sports involving power and strength may hinder performance. Fitness and medical organizations recommend using alternative warm-up methods like dynamic stretching.


So, perform a proper warm-up routine before any physical activity!


Takeaways

  • Warm-up to increase body temperature

  • Activate to excite the neuromuscular system (potentiation)

  • Motivate to prepare for practice or competition mentally


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What are you go to warm-up moves?


I am always looking for new ways to warm-up. Comment below 👇🏽 your go to warm-up moves.



 

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