Preparing to play
Warm Up
Warming up prepares the body for physical education by - improving blood flow to the heart - Increasing muscle temperature which makes them more pliable
Steps to warming up 1. Aerobic Exercise 2. Stretching 3. Sport Specific
1. Aerobic Exercise Purpose.. Raises the body’s temperature and activates body system. Examples minutes of light jogging (enough to cause light sweat)
2. Stretching Purpose.. Increases the elasticity of the tissues and increases joint range of motion Examples.. Static stretches for hamstrings, quadriceps, calves and groin held at least 30 seconds Dynamic stretches for the eg muscles (e.g. Leg swings)
Purpose.. Prepares the body for the types of activities expected in the game. Allows physical and mental readiness for the game. Examples.. Short sprints, fast changes of direction, jumps and hops. Passes and shooting drills involving other players and the ball. 3. Sport-Specific Exercise
Cool down
Steps cooling down 1. Aerobic Exercise 2. Stretching 3. Recovering
Cool Down Cooling down and stretching after playing sport may reduce the risk of injuries and fatigue. It also helps to promote flexibility.
1. Aerobic Exercise Examples minutes of slow jogging leading to walking.
2. Stretching Examples.. Static stretch for 10 minutes.
Examples.. - After any exercise, make sure players rehydrate. - Treat any sprains, strains or bruises with the R.I.C.E. procedure. 3. Recovery
Stretching
Static Stretching Dynamic Stretching
Gastrocnemius
Soleus and Achilles Tendon
Bicep Femoris, Semitendinosus, Semimembranosus
Quadriceps
External Oblique
Pectorals
Triceps
Trapezius and Pectoral
Lattissimus Dorsi
Adductor longus/Gracilis
Gluteus Maximus