I recommend starting any exercise routine with a dynamic stretching routine, to help gradually rev up your cardiovascular system, and warm up joints.
Other benefits of warming up
- Increased flexibility
- Lower risk of injury
- Increased blood flow and oxygen
- Better range of motion in joints
- Less muscle tension and pain
Part 1 – upper body mobility
Complete 20-30 seconds of each
- Bicycle arms
- Shoulder windmills
- Breathing woodchop
- Thoracic stretch
Part 2 – pre-workout warm up
Complete 20-30 seconds of each
- Breathing woodchop
- Cross crawl
- Bicycle arms
- Squats
