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WARM UP & COOL DOWN ROUTINE
The warm-up is an important part of any workout. The purpose of warming up is to prepare
your body for exercise and to minimise injuries. Warm up for 2 - 5 minutes before
commencing exercise.
The purpose of cooling down is to return the body to its resting state at the end of each
exercise session. A proper cool-down slowly lowers your heart rate and allows blood to return
to the heart.
To cool down at the end of your workout, repeat these exercises to reduce soreness in tired
muscles.
Head Rolls
Rotate your head to the right for one count; you should
feel a stretching sensation up the left side of your neck.
Then rotate your head back for one count, stretching your
chin to the ceiling and letting your mouth open. Rotate
your head to the left for one count and then drop your
head to your chest for one count.
Shoulder Lifts
Lift your right shoulder toward your ear for one count.
Then lift your left shoulder up for one count as you lower
your right shoulder.
Side Stretches
Open your arms to the side and lift them until they are
over your head. Reach your right arm as far toward the
ceiling as you can for one count. Repeat this action with
your left arm.
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