Injury Prevention
Warm-up Guide
How to warm up properly — prepare your body, boost performance and reduce injury risk before any activity.
Quick Answer
A good warm-up gradually raises your heart rate, activates key muscles and prepares your joints for movement — improving performance and lowering injury risk. This guide explains how to warm up properly with a simple, effective routine before training or sport.
Key Takeaways
- Warming up reduces injury risk and boosts performance
- Use gentle cardio, then dynamic movements
- Prioritise the muscles and joints you'll use
- Skip long static stretches before intense activity
Who Can Benefit
Anyone exercising or playing sport
Gym-goers and runners
Team-sport athletes
People returning to activity
Frequently Asked Questions
Around 5–10 minutes is enough for most activities — longer for intense sport.
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