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5. INFORMATION ON EXERCISING
Warm-up and cool-down routine
Warm up
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Warm up is an essential part of any training session. The objective of warming up is to
prepare the body for physical exercise and therefore minimise injuries.
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Warm up two to five minutes before doing exercise. Before starting each training
session, it is advisable to prepare the body for more intense exercise by warming up and
stretching the muscles, increasing circulation and pulse, and supplying more oxygen to
the muscles.
Cool down
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It is also essential. To reduce stiffness, at the end of each workout, cool your body by
repeating these exercises.
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The aim of cooling down is to return the body to its resting state at the end of each
training session. Adequate cooling down slowly slows the heart rate and allows blood to
return to the heart.
Warning
Ask your doctor before starting any type of exercise routine. This is especially important for
those over the age of 35 or with pre-existing health problems. Read the instructions carefully
before using any similar training equipment.
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Head rollRotate your head to the right once, until you feel a slight pull on the left side of
your neck.
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Then turn your head back once, extending your chin towards the ceiling and leaving your
mouth open. Repeat the action by turning your head to the left once. Lastly, drop your
head to your chest.
Shoulder lift
Lift the right shoulder towards the ear once. Next, raise the left shoulder while lowering the
right one.
Side stretchOpen both arms to the side and gently lift them above your head. Stretch your
right arm as far as you can towards the ceiling once. Repeat this action with your left arm.
Quadriceps stretching
With one hand resting on the wall for balance, grab your ankle and gently bring your heel
towards your buttocks until you feel a tug on the front of your thigh. Bring the heel as close to
the buttocks as possible. Hold for 15 seconds and repeat with the left foot.
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