Walking
Connection®
"Walking Warm
Up"
by Jo Ann Taylor
Begin each training
session with a moderate 5-10 minute warm up walk. Not
necessarily in the walking form we discussed in the technique
and form article on this site, just fast enough to let the muscles
know they're getting ready to work. At a convenient location,
stop and stretch any areas feeling tight. By taking the
time to warm up and stretch, you will perform better and reduce
the chances of injury.
It is even
more important to develop a cool down routine. Walk
the last half mile of each workout at a very moderate pace and finish
by stretching the entire body. This is when your muscles
will be warm and flexible.
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Important Notice
Exercise
is only one part of being healthy, seeing your doctor is another!If,
at any time during a training session (whether it is a group session,
individual personal training session, or self-training session),
you suffer any mishap or injury, we urge you to stop your activity
immediately and seek professional medical attention. The information
contained on this site is intended to give information about personal
health and fitness, not to act as a medical manual or guide to
self-treatment. Keep in mind that exercise, health and nutritional
needs vary from person to person, depending on age, gender, family
medical history, current health status, and other individual factors.
Before engaging in these, or any other exercise or recreational
activities, we urge all individuals to consult a physician. He
or she is most-qualified to advise each about their specific health
status and needs.
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