Swimming, cycling, running, walkingwhatever the workout, heres how to loosen up and prevent injuries.

Warming up before a workout doesnt often get the attention it deserves.

But warm-up exercises andstretchesdo come with numerous benefits thatll make you want to reconsider that truncated workout.

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Not to mention that warming up can mentally prepare you for your workout.

The more intense your workout, the longer your warm-up should be, Schatz says.