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Table 3 Comprehensive Warm-Up Recommendations

From: Acute effects of different warm-up duration on internal load and external load responses of soccer players in small sided games

Key Focus

Purpose

Aerobic Activation

Optimize heart rate and muscle temperature

Cognitive & Tactical Drills

Enhance decision-making efficiency

Technical Skill Refinement

Improve passing and interceptions while avoiding excessive fatigue

Dynamic Stretching & Mobility

Increase flexibility, joint mobility, and reduce injury risk

Short-Intensity Acceleration Sprints

Prepare for high-speed movements, improve explosiveness and agility

Small-Sided Game Simulation

Transition into match-like scenarios for tactical and physical readiness

Reactive & Coordination Drills

Develop reaction speed and coordination for better in-game adaptability