How to get in Golf Shape Part 1
Article by Benjamin R. Ehinger
Why is it important to be in Golf Shape? What is the difference between being in shape and being in golf shape? You should have a golf fitness program, if you are serious about golf. Read on to find out why you need to get into golf shape.
Have you ever felt weak, tired, or worn out after the first 15 holes? Most average golfers cannot handle 18 holes because the muscles you use for golf are not muscles that you use in everyday activities. You use your abs, obliques, deltoids, lower back, arms, legs, and many other muscles in your body including those that are not worked out very often.
So you could be in great shape, but not in golf shape. In order to get in golf shape you will have to do exercises that have to do with the golf swing. This will include working out in a different way than what you are used to. There are a few rules to getting into golf shape. Read on to get the first 3 rules to getting into golf shape.
The first rule to getting into golf shape is to spend just as much time on golf fitness as you do on your actual swing. You need to balance your time so that you are hitting balls on the range just as much as you are working out with golf specific exercises. This will help you to get into the right shape and work on your swing all at the same time.
The second rule of getting in golf shape is to never hit on the range without stretching. Stretching will help you avoid injury, loosen up your muscles, and will prepare your body to swing the golf club correctly. You will always play better and more consistent golf after stretching.
The third rule for getting into golf shape is to begin your practice sessions close to the hole and work your way back. You should start with short putts, work to mid range putts, long putts, then chips. After you have done your chipping you can start hitting 30 yard shots, 50 yard shots, 100 yard shot, and keep working back until the driver is the last clubs that you hit.
Use these three rules along with the next 4 rules that are featured in the second part to this series of articles. These rules will help you gain strength in the muscles you need for your golf swing.
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