Specialists can help golfers customize their workouts for greater success on the greens.
By Michael Rowe
Let’s talk about the most important but most overlooked piece of equipment you use as a golfer. No, not the ball retriever your body. Contrary to what a lot of people believe, golf is a sport that requires the body to make a very athletic move the swing.
For a powerful, consistent swing, you need to have strength, flexibility and balance. Without the right combination of those three things, your body will compensate for your weaknesses, and that can lead to swing flaws and often injury. Just showing up on the first tee, taking out a club, twisting once to the left and once to the right then bending over to touch your toes (only reaching your knees) is not enough to prepare your body for a good swing. You really need a golf-specific workout routine before you hit the course and a simple, effective warm-up to swing your best.
