Warm Up
What is a warm up?
A warm up is a set of exercises that we must do before doing a physical activity in order to physically and psychologically prepare for the activity.
Name 3 joints in the human body
neck, shoulder, elbow, hip, wrist, knee, ankle
True or False: it is good to wear 2 socks on a hike
False
What are the two types of warm ups?
General warm up and specific warm up
Name 3 muscles in the human body
answers vary
What color are the signs for long distance trails?
Red and white
What effect do warm ups have on our body?
body temp rises, muscles relax, heart beat increases, breathing increases, athlete concentration improves
What is Physical condition?
Physical condition is the ability to perform physical activity efficiently and effectively or the ability to do a daily physical workout without feeling too tired.
What are the layers used in the layering system for clothes on a hike?
Base layer, mid layer, and outer layer
How long should a warm up last?
in general, between 10-30 minutes, depending on the sport of physical activity
What does it mean if you are fit?
If you’re fit, your body works well, feels good and can do all the things you want to do.
Where do the heaviest items in your backpack go?
In the middle back
What do we do in the general warm up?
Cardiovascular preparation and joint mobility
What are 3 things that affect your fitness?
Any of these are correct: age, gender, build, diet, exercise, and the environment
When is it useful to walk in zig zags?
When the mountain is very steep