Identify the set of exercises shown below. Explain any four advantages it offers to a sportsperson.

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The set of exercises shown represents dynamic stretching (or dynamic warm-up exercises).
Four advantages it offers to a sportsperson are:
1. Increases muscle blood flow and core temperature: Active movement warms up the deep muscle tissues, increasing oxygen delivery and metabolic activity.
2. Improves functional range of motion and flexibility: Moving through dynamic ranges of motion prepares joints and muscles for sport-specific movements without diminishing muscular power.
3. Enhances neuromuscular coordination and alertness: Dynamic movements stimulate the nervous system, sharpening reflexes, body awareness, and motor coordination needed during competition.
4. Reduces the risk of sports injuries: Elevating tissue pliability and lubricating joints significantly reduces the incidence of acute muscle pulls, strains, and ligament sprains.
From ISC 2026 Physical Education Paper 1, question 2.