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Topic: Body - October 06 2024
Never Skip Your Warm Up or Cool Down

Taking care of our bodies before and after training is critical for both safety and performance. We spoke with VIS Expert Torey Anderson and VIS Mentor Nina O’Brien on why skipping a warm up or cool down should be out of the question for any athlete.

By: Ana Narayan

VIS Creator

Nina O'Brien

VIS Mentor

& Torey Anderson, DPT

VIS Expert

Topic: Body

October 06 2024

Never Skip Your Warm Up or Cool Down (Desktop Wallpaper)
We all know the importance of warm ups and cool downs, so why are they the first thing we cut when we’re in a rush? And what are the consequences? Torey Anderson, head physical therapist for the Women’s Alpine Ski Team and a VIS Expert, and VIS Mentor and skier, Nina O’Brien, share the proper way to warm up and cool down, and emphasize why it is crucial to follow a proper routine. Why Warm Up?  Warming up before a game helps “increase your body temperature, improves yo...
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