Warm-Up

The warm-up session should last about 5-10 minutes and should consist of low intensity exercises, which slowly increase your heart rate.  The warm-up may be personalized to involve equipment that you may access.  If you are going out for a brisk walk, warm-up with a period of slow walking.  If you are going out for a jog, begin your exercise session with a brisk walk.  Always remember, begin slowly.  Don’t tire yourself out while warming-up.

After your muscles are warm, take a few minutes to stretch to allow the muscles to become more flexible.  Stretch the large muscle groups and specifically stretch the muscles you are going to be using during your exercise session.

Cool-down

The cool-down is performed to reduce your breathing rate and heart rate.  Participating in a cool-down may decrease the likelihood of light-headedness, which may lead to fainting.  It may also help to minimize muscle soreness.