Why is a warm-up done before a harder workout?

It uses low-intensity movement to prepare muscles.

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Why: A warm-up uses gentle movement or stretching to get the body ready before harder exercise.

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Answer: It uses low-intensity movement to prepare muscles. A warm-up uses gentle movement or stretching to get the body ready before harder exercise.

  1. Scouting America: Personal Fitness www.scouting.org/merit-badges/personal-fitness
    Warm-up: low-intensity movement or gentle muscle stretching before each more rigorous workout
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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