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1
Q

What does PAR-Q stand for?

A

Physical
Activity
Readiness
Questionnaire

2
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Why do we warm-up?

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  • Prepare muscles
  • Prepare joints
  • Prepare mind
  • Prevent injury
  • Prepare the ligament
  • Prepare the cardiovascular system
3
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3 stages of a warm-up

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  • Cardiovascular phase
  • Stretching
  • Sports specific
4
Q

Cardiovascular phase

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Gradually increase the heart rate towards the working heart rate. Can take various different forms depending on the main activity

5
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Stretching phase

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Static - easy on the spot stretching
Dynamic - stretches that use movements specific to sport,
gradually increasing your reach or speed

6
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Sport specific phase

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Performing skills to specific to your sport or even your position in that sport. Can use this stage to get you psychologically ready