Proper Warm-up, Cool Down, and Stretching Exercise Flashcards
Exercise that gradually builds intensity at the beginning of workout
Warm up
Typical warm up may include
Cardiovascular exercise with gradual increase in intensity or pulse raiser
Mobilization exercises to promote joint movement and pre exercise stretching (static, dynamic, or ballistic)
Difference between static, dynamic, and ballistic
Static - Holds the stretch for about 8 to 10 seconds to the end of the muscle movement
Dynamic - Controlled movements that reflect the exercise to be performed with 8 to 10 repetitions of each movement. Best way to prepare.
Ballistic - Rapid bouncing movement which lengthens the muscle beyond its normal range using momentum. May cause muscle damage and soreness for beginners.
Body temperature goal of warm up
39 to 40 degrees celsius
Three types of warm up
- Passive warm up
- General warm up
- Exercise specific warm up
Increases body temperature by some external means like path or massage but not the most appropriate method to prepare muscles for exercise
Passive warm up
Increases body temperature by using general rhythmical body movements which uses large muscle groups like jogging, cycling, and rowing
General warm up
Increases body temperature while using specific muscle groups that are going to be used like jumps and lunges
Exercise specific warm up
The goal is to return the body to pre exercise state
Cool down
Type of exercise used for cooldown
Static