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How long should be a good warm up last?

I am a coach for 8 girls between the ages of 9 and 10, how long would be a good quality warm up for these girls?

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Lee-annes NetballCoach, Australia

honestly, at that age they arent that hard on their bodies yet, but a dynamic footwork skills set and a handful of dynamic stretches should take about 10mins...particulary if you incorporate the 2 into a set routine.

Sportplan TeamAdministrator, United Kingdom

Hi Aimee, a similar question to yours was recently posted and answered on Sportplan.

You can read the answers here:
Q. How long should a good warm up last?.

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