Warming Up

Why do we need to warm up before starting any form of exercise?

When I first started training, whether it was in the weight room or for sports, I did not care to warm up and would usually get myself injured. It was a pain not being able to progress ahead and nurse so many injuries.

It was only when I started courses on being a personal trainer more than ten years ago, that I understood the importance of warming up. I learned more about our body mechanics and proper posture.

The general role of warming up is to heat up the muscles and tendons with dynamic movement i.e. carrying lighter weights to get the joints lubricated. That will get you ready for your actual workout and give you the ability to lift heavier weights and limiting the risk of injuries.

You would not want to sustain unnecessary injuries and be delayed from progressing ahead. Trust me, warm up.

Darren Stephen Lim

D'Fitness