Tailor the final stage to your sport; for example, runners might do heel-to-toe walks, while lifters perform lighter "warm-up sets" of their primary exercises.

Start with 3–5 minutes of light activity, such as marching in place or light jogging, to elevate the heart rate.

Unlike static holding, dynamic moves like leg swings, shoulder rolls, or "step unders" (low squats) prepare joints and muscles for a full range of motion.

Creative warm-ups focus on "limbering up" the brain to overcome mental resistance and reach a state of flow. Warm up before you write - Claus O. Wilke