Warm - Up

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Jarní závody se již rozběhly. Po dlouhé zimní přípravě vyhledávají závodnice první starty, zejména proto, aby se adaptovaly na stres vyvolaný specifickými soutěžními podmínkami a zvýšili tak pravděpodobnost úspěchu v nejdůležitějších závodech sezóny.

Spring races have already started. After a long winter preparation, the competitors are looking for their first starts, especially to adapt to the stress caused by specific competitive conditions and thus increase the probability of success in the most important races of the season.

Elite paddlers understand the importance of warm ups and cool downs, both on and off the water before and after a training session. Warming the body up both off the water and also in the boat is crucial for preparing to perform in the main part of a session. It also helps to set up the optimal mindset – it enhances focus, connects the body to the mind, anchors the athlete in the present moment.