Sport Science RO41- Warm up and Cool Down

Question 1

Why do we need to consider the size of a group when planning a warm up? Give 3 answers

Accepted Answer

May not have enough equipment for size of the group, Group may be too big and not be able to see/hear leader, Space may be too small for the group

Question 2

Name two physical benefits of a cool down

Accepted Answer

Circulates blood and oxygen around the body, Removes waste products such as lactic acid from the body

Question 3

Name two physical benefits of a warm up

Accepted Answer

warming up muscles/preparing the body for physical activity, increase in blood flow and oxygen to muscles

Question 4

What are key components of a cool down

Accepted Answer

Pulse lowering, Dynamic Stretching, Static Stretching

Question 5

Why do we need to consider age of participants when planning a warm up? 2 answers

Accepted Answer

To make sure exercises are suitable for the age group., We can make it fun for younger participants.

Question 6

Name two psychological benefits of a warm up

Accepted Answer

It can improve concentration and focus during the game, It can increase motivation levels during the game.

Question 7

Why do we warm up before doing sport

Accepted Answer

To prevent injury to our bones and muscles.

Question 8

What are key components of a warm up

Accepted Answer

Exercises that slowly increase heart rate/body temperature, Dynamic movements (e.g. change of speed and direction)

Question 9

Why do we use a cool down after sport?

Accepted Answer

help bring body back to resting state, gradually lower heart rate

Question 10

Why do we need to consider the weather when planning a warm up? 2 answers please

Accepted Answer

May be made unsafe to continue if weather gets too cold., May make the surface too slippy and unsafe if wet

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