Golf Academy

When you think of cardiovascular exercise you probably don’t think of golf. Yet, during a game of golf you could burn up to 600 calories and each round.

Every day clients ask me “what is the best driver out there?” There is no answer for that question. One model might work great for you and be terrible for the next guy.

a. Eraser on your golf pencil.
b. Tear your scorecard in half (throw one half away).
c. Use the foot mashie when needed.
d. Only count the even holes.
e. Learn to putt better.

Golf injuries are very common. 80% of golf injuries are due to overuse. Injuries in golf typically center on low back, shoulder, wrist and elbow.

The pros know how far each club goes, down to the YARD! If you are guessing how far each club in your bag goes, you are at a big disadvantage on the golf course.

The primary focus of this exercise is to become target and results focused rather than practice focused. This exercise simulates real golf pressure and encourages you to develop the kind of concentration needed to succeed on the golf course.

Something I typically ask my students on the lesson tee as they warm up is “What is your target?” Frequently, I get the answer, “I don’t really have one”.

Fall is here and with fall comes cooler temperatures and less daylight hours. This is the perfect time to start a new workout program that will help you become a better golfer next season.

This month we are going to talk about how, through a few simple exercises, you can strengthen the weak muscles to keep your body in balance and reduce injury.

June 21st, the Summer Solstice, has come and gone marking the midway point in the golf season. By now you should have been working your plan with both practice and playing.

Definition: Scram-ble
Verb 1: Make one’s way quickly or awkwardly up a steep slope or over rough ground by using one’s hands as well as one’s feet.

The most important shots in golf may be the chip shot. Why? Because most players miss the green short, long, left and right, and most often need a chip shot before a putt.

I’m sure we all know someone who plays sports or does lots of activities on the weekend and nothing during the week. The #1 mistake weekend warriors make is thinking their sport IS their fitness.

New skills that are crucial to succeeding in your plan will not be developed overnight. Creating improvement that is permanent requires commitment, dedication and time.

This month’s exercise is one from Pia Nielson and Lynn Marriott at Vision54. It is a great practice routine when you have limited time and want to hit a variety of clubs in your bag.

Out of all of the many situations you can find yourself in around the green, finding yourself on hard dirt and bare grass may be the worst.