Falling temperatures require more cooling down periods.(Tip-Off)(exercising)(Brief Article)

From: Parks & Recreation | Date: October 1, 2004 | Copyright information

Fall practices have finally begun and coaches are scrambling to get their athletes in tip-top shape for the season. While it may be tempting to jump right into hard core conditioning practices, it is important to remember that a warm-up period is essential in maintaining an athlete's health and performance. The warm-up period is used to prepare the body and heart for an upcoming event and helps to prevent injury. In addition, the warm-up period helps the athlete mentally prepare for the event. This period should last approximately 10 to 15 minutes.

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