Sports Med January 2024 PMID 37658965

Revisiting the 'Whys' and 'Hows' of the Warm-Up: Are We Asking the Right Questions?

José Afonso, João Brito, Eduardo Abade, Gonçalo Rendeiro-Pinho, Ivan Baptista, Pedro Figueiredo, Fábio Yuzo Nakamura

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What people are saying

The discussions reflect a positive attitude towards the article, with posts like 'should we reconsider how we warm-up?' and mentions that warm-ups can serve as skill-enhancing moments, using words like 'reconsider' and 'opportunity' to express curiosity and potential for change. The tone varies from inquisitive to supportive, indicating both interest and recognition of the article’s importance.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the article’s focus on reevaluating traditional warm-up practices, with some explicitly supporting the idea of viewing warm-ups as skill-learning opportunities.

InterestHigh interest

Posts demonstrate a high level of curiosity, questioning current routines and contemplating alternative approaches, showing genuine engagement with the topic.

EngagementModerate engagement

Many discussions reference specific concepts from the article, such as using warm-ups for skill development or questioning their role in injury prevention, indicating thoughtful participation.

ImpactModerate impact

Participants suggest that revisiting warm-up strategies could influence future training or research, highlighting potential shifts in practice and understanding.

Abstract in brief

The warm-up is crucial for increasing body temperature and activating the neuromuscular system, preparing athletes for training and competition.
Contextual factors, like the opponent's actions, impact performance, making it challenging to determine the best warm-up methods for each athlete.
Additionally, warm-ups should be viewed as a chance to teach skills and engage athletes in personalizing their warm-up routines for better performance.

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■ Ref info: Afonso, José, et al. "Revisiting the ‘Whys’ and ‘Hows’ of the Warm-Up: Are We Asking the Right Questions?." Sports Medicine (2023): 1-8. ■ Ref link: https://t.co/Bt9KFJrO2J ■ Today’s full: https://t.co/UtYCMMFncR

Mar 20, 2024 · 1 like · 11,125 followers View post →

Fabio Nakamura

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RT @gnassis: Should we reconsider the way we do the warm-up? The authors of this commentary suggest that the warm-up could be viewed as an…

Feb 7, 2024 · 6 shares View post →

Irineu Loturco PhD

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RT @gnassis: Should we reconsider the way we do the warm-up? The authors of this commentary suggest that the warm-up could be viewed as an…

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Guilherme Pussieldi, PhD

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RT @gnassis: Should we reconsider the way we do the warm-up? The authors of this commentary suggest that the warm-up could be viewed as an…

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RT @gnassis: Should we reconsider the way we do the warm-up? The authors of this commentary suggest that the warm-up could be viewed as an…

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Hugo | Enseignant en APA

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Échauffement, pourquoi et comment ? - vise à améliorer les performances ultérieures sans générer de fatigue excessive - peut être considéré comme une occasion d'apprendre des compétences - a un rôle peu clair dans la prévention aiguë des blessures https://t.co/ydL4hEjhJe

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