GOLF FITNESS

As a Titleist Performance Institute level 2 qualified golf fitnesss professional I found the latest interview on the TPI youtube page a great insight into the importance of being golf fit. Even though the interview in its main is about HIP issues, what Lance Gill and Dr. Thomas Byrd discuss in relation to prevention over rehabilitation is important for the whole body.

For four years I have been screening golfers to establish an understanding of how their body is effecting their golf swing. The screens can also highlight which swing technique could be the most suitable for the player. The physical screens encompass stability,mobility and balance.
If through the screening process I find an issue that could present it self as a swing fault or future injury, I am then able to prescribe a fitness programme for improvement or advise my player to seek advice from a medical professional to help.

When I first mention the idea of golf fitness to payers , the instant thought is one of running on a treadmill, stationary bikes, lifting weights etc . These are methods used in fitness but in the whole, the programmes from TPI are designed to be done at home or at the gym with minimal use of equipment.
Through the use of golf specific fitness programmes the player can improve the bodies mobility,stability and balance. Improving your golf fitness can have a huge effect on your chances of reaching your desired golfing goals

Additional distance
Improved ball striking
Less fatigue
Injury prevention
Swing change Sustainability

These are some of the areas that you can improve this winter if you start a golf fitness programme.

Visit www.mytpi.com to find your nearest golf fitness professional or contact me and I will endeavour to find you a professional who can help.

Andy