Strength Training for Golfers

Golf strength exercises are a must for any golfer wanting to improve power output; decrease injury; improve accuracy and consistency, and slow the effects of the aging process for senior golfers.

There is more and more information coming out about golf strength exercises, but some of it is a bit misleading.  What constitutes golf strength exercises?  And what are the benefits of doing them once you recognize the difference between golf strength exercises and ‘general’ fitness exercises?

First off…a sport specific approach is needed.  In analyzing the physical requirements of the golf swing, we know several things right up front.

It takes place on your feet.  You are in a very dynamic and athletic body position (golf posture).  You maintain this position while you swing a 3 foot long lever at up to 100 mph. There is a definite sequence of motion required.  Maintaining balance, stability and coordination are a must.

Okay…now that we’ve ‘briefly’ recognized just some of the physical requirements for an optimal golf swing, what would be the approach to your golf improvement program?

Since the golf swing takes place on your feet, you would definitely want to do many of your exercises on your feet.  Doesn’t that make sense?  Since you are in a dynamic (golf posture) position, you would want to strengthen the muscles that help maintain this position.

Because golf is a turn back (rotation) and a turn through (rotation), you must focus on both core strength and flexibility from a rotational standpoint.  Not doing so, will slow your golf improvement and not give you the results you were hoping for.

Balance is critical to maintain a consistent swing with optimal mechanics, therefore you would want to challenge and improve your body awareness.  This entails doing exercises on unstable surfaces; isolating just one side of the body, then the other to balance it out; and using many different modes of resistance (for example bands, handweights, stability balls, medicine balls, and even body weight).

Along with balance is stability.  They go hand-in-hand, and in order to improve stability, you need to work on strengthening your lower body, specific to the dynamic movement of the golf swing.  This would be from a lateral (side-to-side) motion, to a definite rotational (turning) motion.  Training your lower body to improve stability is a must to produce repeatable shots.

We cannot ignore golf-specific flexibility in regards to utilizing golf strength exercises.  But the type of flexibility needed is once again, dynamic.  I hate to keep using that word, but the golf swing, is not like other athletic movements.  Being in golf posture and moving that club at up to 100 mph takes a tremendous amount of flexibility in the major joints of the body.

Stretches that are most effective are movement oriented stretches, not static (holding) stretches.  Improving your range of motion, with motion stretches is the only way to go.  Taking a look at body positions throughout the swing will give you a better idea of the types of movement stretches you need to do to maximize your body’s ability to produce consistent power.

None of the above can be attained sitting in a stationary machine in a gym.  I hate to burst your bubble.  Don’t get me wrong.  Any exercise is better than no exercise; but if you want to make better use of your time, you’ve got to participate in more golf strength exercises, than machine (general) exercise.

So next time a golfing buddy says he/she is training for golf; ask them what kind of exercises they are doing.  You’ll now know if they are truly golf strength exercises.

At Home Workouts: Combating Your Biggest Fears

Do you find yourself unhappy with the way you look, feel and perform, but dread joining a gym? I mean, when you look in the mirror, are you unhappy with what you see? When you need to perform a physical activity, are you afraid yuo won’t be able to perform your best? And what about going to the doctor’s office, do you fear what the test results will show about your health?

You are not alone. The fact is, our natural environment made up of what we eat, how we exercise and how we live is not producing fit, healthy attractive bodies. And not only does this effect the way you look and perform, but lowers your overall quality of life.

The problem is, the “answer” of going to the gym brings on just as many feelings of dread. Let’s look at this problem and come up with a solution you can live with. (I mean live better with!)

The Fears Of Being Unfit, Unhealthy And Unattractive

Few of us perform, feel or look the way we want. There is always room for improvement after all. The problem is, these little changes we want to make have become HUGE problems. It is no longer a question of vanity, but a question of health.

The fact is, obesity and illness related to being unfit are on the rise. (It is an epidemic that the majority of people have decided to live with.) No matter how many scare tactics the doctors use, most people simply resist doing anything about it.

The Fears Of Going To The Gym

I believe one of the reasons for people avoiding self improvement is the belief they have to join a gym. Many believe the only way to improve fitness, health and appearance is to join the local gym. And the fact is, many people dread it so much that they would prefer a life at a fraction of their ability and an early death.

Look, I know it is hard to go to a gym and work out in front of other people. After all, the reason you need to go to the gym in the first place is the fact you are out of shape. Many people don’t want to be humiliated by their performance or feel ashamed for how they look right now.

The Solution: At Home Workouts

Here is the good news. You don’t need to join a gym to improve fitness, burn fat and build a high-performance, attractive body. At home workouts are just as effective (if not more so) at reaching your goals. And you can do it without anyone watching. (The only thing people will notice is how much better you look and how much energy you have!)

If dreading joining a gym is keeping you from exercising, you’re in luck. In the comfort of your own home you can do at home workouts and get on the path to the body, health and life you want.

Don’t let the conflicting fears of needing to improve vs dreading the gym keep you from taking ACTION. You don’t need a gym membership, or even any fancy equipment. All you need to do is take action now and start performing effective at home workouts.

Maybe even after the at home workouts, you might want to join a gym to show off your body!

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The Truth about Abs is a program written by Mike Geary, who is an individual nutritionist and trainer. It is an eBook coming into being in 2004, which represents an efficient way to lose weight and to gain six sexy abs. Instead of telling you how to train their abs, it gives a guidance to do body exercises. Treat the belly as a part of the whole body, as when you are doing body exercises, the belly will help to give some strength.

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In this way, the fat on the belly can be burnt and abs can be built. Besides, do the exercises intensively and fat loss will be obvious in a short period. There are 8 levels both for the body and abs exercises respectively. There is no need for you to join the membership of a fitness club—doing workouts at home is time-saving and convenient, more importantly, the same effect can be achieved in your room with this program.

Unlike other books of the same kind, this one does not ask you to follow some strict recipes. It just gives a very simple meal plan, and you can choose your own food based on the principles of the plan. What’s more, The Truth about Abs is also represented by the diet program. So you can build your figure with nutrition-balanced diets.

In addition, the book has a guarantee, that is, if you fail to achieve anything following the book in two months, you can claim to have all your money back.

So, why not find your self-esteem with its guidance right now?

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The Truth about Abs is a program written by Mike Geary, who is an individual nutritionist and trainer. It is an eBook coming into being in 2004, which represents an efficient way to lose weight and to gain six sexy abs. Instead of telling you how to train their abs, it gives a guidance to do body exercises. Treat the belly as a part of the whole body, as when you are doing body exercises, the belly will help to give some strength.

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In this way, the fat on the belly can be burnt and abs can be built. Besides, do the exercises intensively and fat loss will be obvious in a short period. There are 8 levels both for the body and abs exercises respectively. There is no need for you to join the membership of a fitness club—doing workouts at home is time-saving and convenient, more importantly, the same effect can be achieved in your room with this program.

Unlike other books of the same kind, this one does not ask you to follow some strict recipes. It just gives a very simple meal plan, and you can choose your own food based on the principles of the plan. What’s more, The Truth about Abs is also represented by the diet program. So you can build your figure with nutrition-balanced diets.

In addition, the book has a guarantee, that is, if you fail to achieve anything following the book in two months, you can claim to have all your money back.

So, why not find your self-esteem with its guidance right now?

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The Downfall of Female Circuit Training Fitness Clubs

The creators of the female only circuit training fitness clubs had a great business idea. They created something for the fitness market that was fantastic for people who did not particularly fit in with the gym crowd, yet wanted to better themselves both physically and mentally. Unfortunately, the crowd drawn to these clubs and the staff working with them is often a bit less driven than a fitness program needs to be. Not that the clubs do not work, but starting the same style of circuit at home will save you money and allow you to work at your own pace and fitness level.

Life is about balance and balance can be achieved when we are able to push ourselves to the limits without the prying eyes of those around us. This is especially important for the person who is trying to lose weight and increase fat burning in order to move from the obese category of weight to the overweight category of weight. For many people in the world, this move means more to them than reaching a normal weight and when it comes to fitness, there needs to be a sense of drive to keep them going on a daily basis.

The circuit training programs set up for females are, in theory, put in place to handle this very problem. But, there are often crowds of people drawn to these clubs that quickly get to know each other and talk about this family event or that family event while moving slowly through the circuit training course. When fitness is on my mind, talking about anything is not my first priority. My priority is burning fat, raising my heart rate and working up a stinky sweat. Then, and only then, do I feel as though I have achieved what I came to the gym to do.

Just because a person is new to the gym experience, does not mean they have to settle for a circuit training set to outdated music. If this style of workout is more your speed, them have a little fun and create a circuit at home using every day items.

* Arms. Window cleaning with glass cleaner and towels, alternate hands.

* Legs. Lunges in a circle around the house.

* Calves. Standing calf raises.

* Back. Sitting can rows.

* Abdomen. Standing twists.

The entire circuit can be modified and rearranged as you see fit. All that is needed is a little timed music and you can make the most of your circuit training from the comfort of your home without the extra costs of a gym membership. Fat burning does not have to cost money, it can be free as long as you use your imagination and try to make the best and the most out of what you have.

The best part about an at home fitness circuit is the ability to change the exercises as your fitness levels increase. What to circuit outside today, you got it! Need a bit of a change, that’s your choice. Life is held in your own grasp as fat burning can be created with the help of your pantry items, laundry items, stairs and windows. You are the boss of your circuit, no gossip required.