Warming Up Properly
A complete warm-up involves two stages, and the second
stage consists of two parts, so some contend that there
are three stages. The first stage is basic. Do an activity that
elevates the overall body temperature. Nothing complicated
here. Calisthenics are good, as is riding a stationary
bike or skipping rope. A number of the Olympic lifters at
York Barbell preferred skipping rope because it not only
elevated their body temperature but also helped them get
their foot speed, coordination and timing tuned up for the
coming workout.