to help prevent injury, each time you participate in a vigorous activity you should be sure to include a
proper warm-up and cool-down.
A proper warm-up routine should consist of:
1. Light aerobic exercise such as jogging in place, jumping jacks or cycling to raise your heart rate.
2. Stretching exercises to loosen up your muscles and increase your flexibility.
3. Sport-specific drills to prepare your body for motions and actions required in your activity.
A proper cool-down routine should consist of:
1. Gradually decreasing the intensity of your exercise, instead of abruptly stopping.
2. Stretching exercises to decrease tension in your muscles and prevent soreness.
3. Hydrating yourself with water or an electrolyte drink to replenish fluids lost during exercise.
By including a proper warm-up and cool-down in your routine, you can help prevent injury, improve performance and aid in recovery.