Health Tip: Why Warm-Up?

Even if you don’t have much time to work out, you should never skip your warm-up.

The American Council on Exercise explains that a good warm-up:

Boosts your body temperature to help your body burn calories more efficiently.
Helps your muscles contract more forcefully and quickly while improving elasticity, which reduces injuries.
Helps deliver oxygen to your muscles more quickly by raising your metabolic rate.
Improves muscle control and range of motion.
Helps you enjoy a longer workout by easing the adjustment to exercise and prohibiting lactic acid from accumulating in your blood.
Improves your focus and helps you mentally handle your workout.

Source: HealthDay