Warming up is a crucial part of any workout, but are you truly making the most of it? Too often, warm-ups are treated as a box to tick off before getting to the main lifts, but there’s much more potential here. The general warm-up is the perfect opportunity to add in accessory work, resilience exercises, and refine your technique for key lifts.
Rather than just grabbing the lightest weight or breezing through it, focus on progressively challenging your warm-up routine. Just like with your main workout, your warm-ups should also evolve. Adding progressive load to warm-up movements not only prepares your body for the work to come but also contributes to your overall volume and resilience.
This is a great time to work on areas that need improvement—whether it’s mobility, stability, or strength imbalances. Think of it as “pre-hab,” which can reduce your risk of injury and improve performance in the long run.
Remember, the purpose of a warm-up isn’t just to increase your heart rate. It’s to prepare your body mentally and physically for what’s coming next. So, invest a little more time and attention in perfecting your warm-up, and you’ll see the benefits reflected in your major lifts and overall performance.
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