Training & movement
BEffects of warming-up on physical performance
Fradkin AJ, Zazryn TR, Smoliga JM · 2010 · Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research 24(1):140-148
REZA evidence rating B: Reasonable confidence — What does this rating mean?
A solid systematic review with caveats, or consistent indications with a limited scope.
Methodology
Systematic review with meta-analysis
Findings
A targeted warm-up generally improves subsequent sporting performance, provided it is not too tiring and matches the effort that follows.
Limitations
Included studies are diverse in design and outcome measures, so the exact ideal warm-up recipe cannot be established.
Practical conclusion for REZA
Warming up before a session is a low-risk recommendation with a modest performance benefit, matched to the type of training.
Original source
DOI: 10.1519/JSC.0b013e3181c643a0 · PMID: 19996770
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