Warmup and Stretching

The most important thing to do before you start your workout is
to warmup and stretch.  I currently teach beginner's Boxing, and
sometimes Jiu-Jitsu classes.  I always stress to the students that
it is VERY important for to warm up and stretch before you start
your workout. 

I always warm up my students with a light jog to get the blood
flowing through the body to decrease stiffness.  I do this for 10
minutes and then I'll have them stretch.  Warming up increases
muscle elasticity, and increases your range of motion.

  • 1st - Warm up for 10 mins: Do any aerobic activity
  • (light jog, jumping jacks, or riding a stationary bike) to get
  • get the blood flowing to increase your body temperature.
  • 2nd - Stretch: After you finish with your warmup, stretch
  • your legs, arms, chest, back, and calve muscles.







 

FAQ:
  • Q: What if I don't have time to warm up and stretch!
  • A: Warming up and stretching is VERY important, and your should not neglect this part of your workout routine.  In fact this SHOULD be a part of your workout routine.  Not warming up or stretching could increase the chances of serious injury.

Let me ask you this.  Would you rather spend 15 mins a day warming up, or be out of commission for 6-8 weeks nursing a pulled hamstring muscle?  It's happened to me twice!  Why?  Because I didn't warm up and stretch properly!

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