| Re: Warming Up Before Work Out
n agreement with workoutOne, the pre-workout and pre-exercise warm up is VERY helpful. Walking into the gym and promptly sitting down at the bench and lifting can be dangerous and also does not yield the best results.
At this time your blood is not flowing quickly and delivering as many nutrients to your muscles as would be preferable. Before you begin lifting, take a trip to the cardio room or cardio section of your gym. A good 10 minute warm up can have a big impact on your workout. When your body is cold you are at risk of injury, such as pulling a muscle. Warming up will get your blood flowing properly and warm up your muscles. When your body is warmer, your nerves send messages at a higher speed and so your reactions increase and your chances of injury decrease. In addition to these benefits, a quality warm up will get your oxygen intake up. Oxygen intake is crucial for a quality workout because your muscles must recieve adequate oxygen in order to function properly. |