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Golf is game that can be played by people of all body types. In order
to play longer and enjoy the game more, it helps to be in
good physical condition. To gauge just how important health and fitness
is to golf, just watch players on the PGA Tour, Champions Tour and LPGA
Tour flock to the fitness trailers available on-site at each tournament.
Many players even have their own personal fitness instructor who oversees
their workout routines and diets.
All this focus on health and fitness validates the example set by PGA Hall
of Fame member Gary Player, who has long served as a vocal and passionate
advocate of fitness. |
| “There are many reasons players like Tiger Woods and Annika Sorenstam
are shooting these wonderful low scores,” said Player.
“But I believe you cannot overestimate the role that exercise and proper diet plays in all this.” |
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Is stretching important before playing golf?
How can proper nutrition and diet impact my golf game?
Will strength training make a difference in my golf game?
Where can I learn more?
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Is stretching important before playing golf?
Every golf swing requires movement in the upper and lower body.
Therefore, it is important to warm up and stretch the major muscle
groups involved in the golf swing.
- Stretching is most effective when muscles are warm. You can elevate
body temperature by taking a brisk walk or performing a few minutes of
easy practice swings.
- All stretches should be performed without bouncing and be held for a minimum of 15 seconds to receive maximum benefit.
- Remember to breathe during the stretch.
- Try some fitness exercises from the PGA's Director of Fitness and Performance
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How can proper nutrition and diet impact my golf game?
Like a finely tuned car, the human body can look great, have all the
parts in place and be ready to go at top performance. On the contrary, if it is
lacking fuel or has the wrong kind of fuel, you could be in for
a rough ride. Playing your best golf requires you to be in reasonable,
if not excellent, condition. That includes playing at the proper weight.
- If you are overweight and find yourself tiring and hitting poor
shots in the closing holes of a round, losing the extra weight might
have tremendous benefits for your golf game.
- While there is no shortage of often conflicting diets and diet
books, we recommend a common sense approach to reasonable weight loss.
If you are severely overweight, it’s a good idea to consult with your physician.
- When playing golf, remember to keep yourself hydrated, especially
if you play in hot, humid conditions. Stick with fruit juices, sports
drinks or water since they contain no artificial sweeteners or ingredients.
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Will strength training make a difference in my golf game?
It is vitally important to make a critical assessment of your
physical condition before you begin any weight training program.
Consulting with a physician before starting a workout routine is
recommended so that your program is properly aligned with both
your general health and your body’s needs.
- If you’ve been relatively sedentary for a number of years,
start slowly to avoid possible serious injuries.
- While it is important to increase the intensity of your
workouts, you should do this in a steady, incremental manner
focusing on the large muscle groups, such as legs, arms and
most importantly, the lower back.
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Where can I learn more?
PGA.Com:
regularly posts articles on golf instruction, including stories pertaining to fitness.
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