The Power of the First 5 Minutes – How Your Warm-Up Impacts Your Results
Raise your hand if you’ve ever skipped a warm-up 🙋♀️
Be honest—we’ve all done it. Maybe you’re running late or you think, “I’ll just take it easy the first round.”
But here’s what you might not realize: those first 5 minutes of your workout can make or break everything from your performance to your recovery.
Why Warm-Ups Actually Matter
At CrossFit Loganville, our warm-ups are intentional. They’re not just filler—they’re designed to prepare your body and mind to perform at your best.
Here’s what a well-structured warm-up does:
- Increases blood flow and joint lubrication
- Activates key muscle groups
- Increases mobility and range of motion
- Mentally transitions you into “go mode”
Skipping your warm-up is like revving a cold engine—you might get moving, but you risk damage along the way.
How Our Warm-Ups Are Built
Each class starts with:
- Dynamic movement to elevate heart rate and prep joints
- Targeted mobility to address movement restrictions
- Activation drills (think glute bridges, scap push-ups)
- Skill-specific prep for that day’s movements (like empty barbell reps before cleans)
This isn’t just about safety—it’s about performance. A proper warm-up means:
- You move better during the WOD
- You reduce your chance of injury
- You recover faster and come back stronger tomorrow
Want to Level Up? Take Ownership of Your Warm-Up
- Arrive 5 minutes early to foam roll or stretch tight areas
- Ask your coach what prep you can do if you’re nursing an injury
- Treat your warm-up like your workout—it deserves your attention
Want to move and feel better in class? Commit to never skipping your warm-up. Your results will thank you.
