A importância do aquecimento na musculação para otimizar o desempenho físico

Abstract

Strength training has its roots in ancient Greece, where it was practiced as weightlifting, inspired by legends like that of Milo of Crotona. This study aims to investigate the importance of warming up in strength training to optimize physical performance. A literature review was conducted using databases such as Medline, Scielo, Google Scholar, digital libraries, and physical books from the Goyazes University Center-UniGoyazes, covering articles published between 2003 and 2021. Twenty articles were found, of which 13 were selected as primary and 7 as complementary. Despite divergent opinions among experts regarding the effectiveness of warming up in improving physical performance, evidence indicates that it increases joint flexibility and mentally prepares athletes for the exertion to come. Results suggest that a well-structured warm-up can enhance strength, endurance, and movement efficiency during workouts. It is concluded that the implementation of effective warming-up protocols is indispensable to enhance the performance, safety, and longevity of strength training practitioners.