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GOLFER’S TIPS from the BC Chiropractic Association
1. Stretch before and after you do any strengthening exercises. Here
are some recommended stretches:
Side bending works the muscles on the sides of your back and hips
Hip rotation stretches several muscles in your hip, pelvis and thigh region
The hamstring stretch works the large muscles at the back of your thighs
Back extension helps the muscles that bend your spine backward, while
back rotation stretches the muscles that rotate your spine and shoulder
muscles
The shoulder stretch works shoulders and upper arms
2. Muscle-strengthening exercises can make your body stronger and more
flexible.
Wrist strength is very important during the impact phase of a golf game
Strength in rotating the upper arms in either direction is important throughout
the golf swing
To improve form and strength in your golf swing, practice good posture
by concentrating on using your abdominal and back muscles.
Rowing strengthens the muscles of your upper back and shoulders.
Pull-downs also work the shoulder and upper-back muscles.
3. When taking clubs out of your vehicle, bend your knees, slightly curve
your spine, and gently lift the golf bag out of the vehicle.
4. ‘The clubs before the cart’ – Research shows that
after one season of weekly golf games that involved walking the golf course,
males over fifty significantly decreased their cholesterol count. [Source:
October 1990 issue of The Physician and Sportsmedicine]
5. Warm up for your first swing. Make sure you stretch.
6. Bend your knees and use a golf club for support before stooping for
the ball, or when preparing to tee off.
7. Ensure that you use correct posture and spinal angles when driving
and putting.
8. Stretch to cool down after your game.
For more information, consult with your family chiropractor.
Check for our next back care class or schedule
one for your team or workplace.
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