Especially if you are just starting a exercise program you should take the time to warm up and cool down. A simple warm up or cool down may include the following.
1.)Walking or briskly or jogging for a few minutes before or after.
2.)Lifting lighter than normal weights for a few sets.
3.)Stretching
4.)Easier or modified exercises
As you become more advanced your warm up and cool down periods will vary. There are some that just jump right into their workout. Although a lot of people do this, it is up to you to determine what is best for you. I know that for me personally, I sometimes warm up by lifting lighter than normal weights. When I do warm up first, I find that my actual workout is much more productive and I seem to get more out of it.
The cool down period, is so that your muscles have a chance to retract and relax. I know that a lot of people say stretching after a workout reduces the pain afterwards. This is something that you have to decide what is best for you. Try different variations of warm ups and cool downs that give you the best results.
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Work Out Mantras And Tips
WORK OUT MANTRAS AND TIPS
You gotta love it!
Live strong!
I can do this!
Push/pull harder!
I want to live healthier!
Giving up is not a option!
Don’t stop!
TIPS
When pushing for extra reps-Tell yourself a low number and then do two repetitions, but only count one.
Once you determine how many repetitions you can do with a particular weight for each exercise stop counting after you reach that number.Check out this book by Denise Richardson
Always ask someone to spot you if you are unsure about a particular weight.
If you get bored, set the alarm on your cell phone and don’t look at the clock. Once your alarm goes off, you can begin your cool down period.
Remember that you are stronger than you think. Go ahead and add an extra 5 or ten pounds, if using weights, tighten the resistance etc. Don’t forget the goal is to shock the body.
Always use good form, this is not negotiable. Once you start to break form stop. It opens the door for injury.
You gotta love it!
Live strong!
I can do this!
Push/pull harder!
I want to live healthier!
Giving up is not a option!
Don’t stop!
TIPS
When pushing for extra reps-Tell yourself a low number and then do two repetitions, but only count one.
Once you determine how many repetitions you can do with a particular weight for each exercise stop counting after you reach that number.Check out this book by Denise Richardson
Always ask someone to spot you if you are unsure about a particular weight.
If you get bored, set the alarm on your cell phone and don’t look at the clock. Once your alarm goes off, you can begin your cool down period.
Remember that you are stronger than you think. Go ahead and add an extra 5 or ten pounds, if using weights, tighten the resistance etc. Don’t forget the goal is to shock the body.
Always use good form, this is not negotiable. Once you start to break form stop. It opens the door for injury.
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