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 Until recently being physically fit was of little concern to most golfers, but the tides of changes have recently taken hold of the golf world and only the strong will survive this tidal wave. Many of today's golfers are not only working with golf instructors but they also seek out assistance from strength and conditioning coaches or personal trainers to help them improve their physical skills, in hopes of being able to blast that little white ball a few more yards down the fairway.
I recently took a look at some of the more popular golf related
websites and found little relevant information about how or what to do
to physically prepare yourself for the game of golf. So I as sport
performance strength and conditioning coach, I took it upon myself to
take a look at the physical abilities required to perform a successful
golf shot. I did a little research by looking at frame by frame
analysis of several of pros; and I walked away with five key traits
that every golfer must have in order to be proficient and powerful.
Here they are:
1. Trunk Flexibility - this allows the golfer rotate maximally
during the back swing, while keeping the hips/pelvis "quiet" during the
back swing.
2. Trunk Strength - this allows for the production of large amounts
of power as long as you swing mechanics are on queue. Keep in mind that
it is necessary to build adequate amounts of flexibility before moving
on to building strength
3. Hip Strength - this type of strength allows the golfer to make a
successful transition from lateral movement to powerful rotation of the
pelvis at the point of impact.
4. Spinal Stability - this allow for golfer to have a consistent set
up for his golf shot as well as prevent possible back injury due to
fatigue.
5. Wrist Strength/Endurance - this will allow the golfer to establish and maintain a successful wrist set.
If you consistently work on these 5 areas in conjunction with enhancing
you golf skills; not only will you have a pain free and more powerful
golf game. You will be on the right path to shooting lower scores.
Enjoy!
NOTE: Before beginning any exercise or dietary program, consult with
your physician to ensure that you are in proper health and that this or
any exercise or dietary program will not put you at risk.
Download your FREE Reports The 8 Keys To Golf Fitness Success and How
To Build The Perfect Athlete For Any Sport - GOLF. Troy maybe contacted
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About the Author:
Troy M. Anderson, B.A., PES, CPT, is the owner of Integrated Evolution,
LLC, in Tempe, AZ. The #1 goal of Integrated Evolution is to provide
individuals with solutions to their performance enhancement needs. For
more golf fitness tips, subscribe to The Blue Collar Fitness Report at
http://www.integratedevolution.org
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