Warm up and cool down Flashcards
What should a warm up included in order to be fully effective
A gradual pulse raising activity
Stretching
Skill based practice/familiarisation activities
Mental preparation
Benefits of a good warmup
Body temperature will increase
Stretching will increase range of movement possible
Gradual increase in effort towards competition pace
Focused and psychologically repaired
Movement skills will be at practice before starting
Less chance of suffering injury
Increase in the amount of oxygen been carried to working muscles
What should a good cool down include
Activity to maintain an elevated breathing and heart rate for example, walk
Gradual reduction in intensity
Stretching of all main muscles used in activity
Benefits of cooling down
Allows the body to start to recover
Helps with the removal of lactic acid
Yeah, can help prevent the delayed onset of muscle soreness (DOMS)
