Does Warming Up Before a Run Actually Prevent Injuries?

Does warming up before a run actually prevent injuries? Or is it a waste of 15 minutes you could spend running? What's even the purpose of a warm up? Get your free dynamic warm up here: www.temporehab.com Check out Doctors of Running: www.doctorsofrunning.com Disclaimer: The information in this video is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have health concerns or questions about an injury, consult a licensed healthcare provider. In a medical emergency, call 911 or your local emergency number. This video does not establish a provider-patient relationship of any kind, and this content is not a substitute for a personalized medical evaluation or treatment plan. References: Afonso, J., Brito, J., Abade, E., Rendeiro-Pinho, G., Baptista, I., Figueiredo, P., & Nakamura, F. Y. (2023). Revisiting the ‘whys’ and ‘hows’ of the warm-up: Are we asking the right questions? Sports Medicine, 54(1), 23–30. doi:10.1007/s40279-023-01908-y Alves, M. D., Knechtle, B., Silva, D. D., Fernandes, M. S., Gomes, J. H., Thuany, M., … De Souza, R. F. (2023). Effects of high-intensity warm-up on 5000-meter performance time in trained long-distance runners. Journal of Sports Science and Medicine, 254–262. doi:10.52082/jssm.2023.254 Behm, D. G., Alizadeh, S., Daneshjoo, A., & Konrad, A. (2023). Potential effects of dynamic stretching on injury incidence of athletes: A narrative review of risk factors. Sports Medicine, 53(7), 1359–1373. doi:10.1007/s40279-023-01847-8 Konrad, A., Močnik, R., Nakamura, M., Sudi, K., & Tilp, M. (2021). The impact of a single stretching session on running performance and Running economy: A scoping review. Frontiers in Physiology, 11. doi:10.3389/fphys.2020.630282 McGowan, C. J., Pyne, D. B., Thompson, K. G., & Rattray, B. (2015). Warm-up strategies for Sport and exercise: Mechanisms and applications. Sports Medicine, 45(11), 1523–1546. doi:10.1007/s40279-015-0376-x Ullman, Z. J., Klein, M., & Fernandez, M. B. (2021). Effects of isometric exercises versus static stretching in warm-up regimens for running Sport Athletes: A systematic review. International Journal of Exercise Science, 14(6). doi:10.70252/fdtw6296