Workout Warm-Ups And Cool Downs

I am guilty of not warming up appropriately. I admit it. Usually, if I go for a jog, I consider my light pace jog enough of a warm up in and of itself.  My best shot at a proper warm up and cool down is when I take a fitness class. The instructor will always begin the class with a warm up and end with a cool down and some stretches.

Why is it important to do both? Well, let's ask our friends at Boutique Fitness. They've posted an article about the importance of doing both and how it will actually help you perform better. Below check out a Warm-Up video and click here for cool down videos and to read their article.