4 Stages of a Warm Up

4 Stages of a Warm Up

1. 1). Initial Preparation (gross motor skills/pulse raiser)

   • Increased Body Temperature
     • Decrease viscosity and blood shunting
   • Increased breathing rate and depth
   • Increased muscular respiration

2. 2). Injury Prevention (stretching)

   • Increased localise muscle temperature
   • Increased muscle elasticity
   • Increased range of movement at a joint

3. 3). Skill Practice

   • Increased coordination
   • Increased reaction time
   • Increased timing and accuracy
   • Isolated skills (non competitive)

4. 4). Sport Specific

   • Increased level of concentration/focus
   • Practicing anticipation