PAR-Q / Warm-ups And Cool Downs Flashcards
1
Q
What does PAR-Q stand for?
A
Physical
Activity
Readiness
Questionnaire
2
Q
Why do we warm-up?
A
- Prepare muscles
- Prepare joints
- Prepare mind
- Prevent injury
- Prepare the ligament
- Prepare the cardiovascular system
3
Q
3 stages of a warm-up
A
- Cardiovascular phase
- Stretching
- Sports specific
4
Q
Cardiovascular phase
A
Gradually increase the heart rate towards the working heart rate. Can take various different forms depending on the main activity
5
Q
Stretching phase
A
Static - easy on the spot stretching
Dynamic - stretches that use movements specific to sport,
gradually increasing your reach or speed
6
Q
Sport specific phase
A
Performing skills to specific to your sport or even your position in that sport. Can use this stage to get you psychologically ready
