Golfing Workouts
Golf is getting more and more competitive every day. No longer are golf pros just players. They’re athletes. For those of you trying to learn the game, you’ll have to realize that it’s more than technique that makes you a good golfer. To be a good golfer now, you’ll have to focus on strength, fitness, and nutrition just as much as you do on how you hit the ball. In this little article I wanted to give you three golfing workouts you can try to develop the fitness side of your game.
The first is a simple squat. At first, you don’t even need any weights. Just take a club out and hold it out in front of you and against the ground for balance. Bending your knees, bring your thighs and butt bat like you’re taking a seat on park bench. When you do this, make sure that your knees aren’t coming forward. Keep the strain on your thighs and weight on your heels. This exercise will strengthen your legs, the source from which your upper body gains the power it needs to ultimately launch the ball.
Another exercise you’ll need to do is a swing mimic. For this workout you’ll need an exercise band, preferably one with a handle. Attach one handle to a door or a bed and take the other handle with both hands. While standing far away enough that the band will give you some resistance, begin practicing your swing. At first swing slowly and then gradually build up to the normal speed at which you swing. This exercise will strengthen your core for more driving power and putting control.
The last exercise is one you can use to strengthen your arms. Hold a weight in both hands out in front of your chest, arms fully extended. Make sure you’re standing up straight, your feet are about shoulder distance apart, and your shoulders are not slumped. From here, take the weight and make figure 8 patterns through the air. Keep your abs tight for the best results.
These three exercises will provide an excellent foundation to build your golfing workouts on top of. Though these golf training aids may seem simple, if done consistently and with dedication, you’ll start seeing your game improve. You’ll have more power, finesse, and resistance to injury. Not having your muscles wanting to fall off every time you leave the green is a good thing.