CYQ Gym Instructor

Session 4

Warm up Theory

Objectives

• To describe the physiological and psychological changes achieved during the warm up component.

• To explain the importance of warming up.

• To identify the 3 components of a warm up.

Purpose• The purpose of a warm up is “to prepare”

the body and mind for the exercise to follow.

Physiological Changes

• Mobilises Joints –

synovial fluid lubricates the joints and reduces friction of bones.

• Heart & Circulation -• Gradually increases the heart rate which allows

blood and oxygen to reach the working muscles.• Muscles –

Warms the muscles, makes them pliable and ready to stretch to help prevent injury.

Heart & Circulation

Psychologically

• Focus of the mind on the exercise.

• Prepares the neuromuscular pathways for the work to come.

Specific Warm Up

• Related to a specific activity or sport.

• Rehearsal of the activity - encourages neuromuscular response patterns to help coordinated movements.

• Sports specific – SQUASH

General Warm Up

• Involves rhythmic movements using large muscle groups.

• Non related to activity.

• Appropriate for individuals with no sport or specific fitness goals.

• Useful for preparing for a whole body work out.