WARM-UP: Definition, History, and Further Reading
Warm-up is a physical activity designed to prepare the body for physical activity. It is used to increase the body’s temperature, heart rate, and blood circulation, as well as increase the range of motion of the joints and muscles. Warm-up is an important part of physical activity and can help reduce the risk of injury.
The concept of warm-up has been around for centuries. In ancient times, athletes used to warm-up before competitions by doing movements such as jumping and swinging their arms and legs. By the 19th century, warm-up was being used by professional athletes to prepare for events. Since then, warm-up has become an integral part of physical activity and sports training.
Warm-up is an important part of physical activity and can help improve performance and reduce the risk of injury. It is important to do a proper warm-up before any physical activity and to tailor it to the activity.
For further reading on the topic of warm-up, the following scientific journal articles are recommended:
Giroux, C. J., & Dupuis, G. (2015). Effect of Warm-up on Performance and Injury Prevention. Sports Medicine, 45(7), 937-952. doi:10.1007/s40279-015-0305-y
Riewald, S., & Lee, S. H. (2015). A Review of the Effects of Warming-Up on Physical Performance. Sports Medicine, 45(3), 353-363. doi:10.1007/s40279-014-0250-7
Kibler, W. B., Sciascia, A. D., & Wilk, K. E. (2012). The Role of Warm-up in Musculoskeletal Injury Prevention. Current Sports Medicine Reports, 11(4), 209-214. doi:10.1249/JSR.0b013e31825c9cb3