Warm up

A pre-exercise warm-up drill:

• Warms muscles by increasing the movement of blood through the tissues, making the muscles more supple;

• Increases delivery of oxygen and nutrients to muscles by increasing the blood flow to them;

• Prepares muscles for stretching;

• Prepares the heart for an increase in activity;

• Prepares your players mentally for the session.

• Reduces cortisol reducing anxiety and fear

• Increases testosterone increases muscle performance

• Reduce risk of injury