Every figure skater knows the importance of a good warm-up. But how long should it really be? The answer isn’t one-size-fits-all, but here’s a guide to help you find the sweet spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Why Warm Up?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Before we talk time, let’s talk purpose. A proper warm-up does more than just prevent injury; it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n How Long is Long Enough?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n A good rule of thumb is 10-15 minutes of dynamic stretching<\/strong> before hitting the ice. This could include: <\/p>\n\n\n\n The “More” Factor<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n For more intense training sessions or competitions, you might consider a longer warm-up. This could include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n When to Adjust<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Your ideal warm-up time can change based on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Bottom Line<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The most important thing is to listen to your body. If you feel tight or stiff, add a few more minutes to your warm-up. If you feel ready to go, don’t overthink it. The goal is to be prepared and prevent injury, not to spend hours stretching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Remember:<\/strong> Consistency is key! Make warming up a regular part of your routine, and you’ll reap the benefits both on and off the ice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n By Vitalina Andrushchenko, Staff Writer<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Every figure skater knows the importance of a good warm-up. But how long should it really be? The answer isn’t one-size-fits-all, but here’s a guide to help you find the sweet spot. Why Warm Up? Before we talk time, let’s talk purpose. A proper warm-up does more than just prevent injury; it: How Long is […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1473,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1472","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n\n
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