Warm Up and Stretch

A low impact exercise, such as biking, walking,
an elliptical machine, a rowing machine, etc. is
the best way to warm up. There are many reasons
why you should warm up and stretch before working
out - the main one is injury prevention. A warm up
and stretch help increase the elasticity of your
muscles and connective tissues prior to putting them
under stress. Increased elasticity simply means muscle
and tissues are more relaxed and flexible.