warm up and cool down Flashcards
1
Q
what does a warm up do
A
helps prepare the body for exercise
- should always be carried out before the start of any training session
- helps to reduce injury
2
Q
what are the three stages
A
stage 1- perform cardio vasular exercise. e.g. jogging to increase heart rate gradually towards the working hr
stage 2- stretching/flexibility exercises
stage 3- involve movement patterns that are to be carried out. e.g. practicing shooting in basketball
3
Q
what is static stretching
A
not moving and can be active or passive
4
Q
what is active
A
working on one joint, pushing it bejond its point of resistance and lengthning the muscles and connective tissues surrounding it
5
Q
what is passive
A
stretch occurs with help of an external force
