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A “warm-up” was invented because humans can’t go from zero to heroic without complaining.

✗ FAKE
Warm-ups are done to prepare muscles and the cardiovascular system for exercise. Athletes have used them since ancient times, though their effectiveness is studied. They were not invented in response to complaints.

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