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I had a great few weeks down at Spring Training and now able to think more about golfers. But in truth, regardless of the sport, in order for athletes to excel - flexibility is paramount. The ability to stretch properly can add strength and improve performance in the ballpark and on the golf course (and other sports too of course).
Most golfers recognize that the golf swing consists of a motion
that coils and uncoils the spine over a powerful lower body. There are
yoga poses that help efficient torso turn and increase lower body
strength. In addition to torso rotation, proper stabilization of the
shoulder supports club control and reduces shoulder injury.
Remember, the upper arm bone should be drawn into the shoulder
socket before the rotation for more stability and strength. The spinal
rotation initiates from the deepest part of the lower abdominal muscles
and funnels through the shoulder and out through the extended hand.
In your pre-round warm up, you might consider this yoga pose:
Starting Position- Step your left leg back into a long lunge, lift
your left heel as high as possible. Right knee is at a 90-degree angle.
Place your left hand directly under your left shoulder. Draw the right
knee toward the mid-line of your body. Inhale deeply as you open your
torso to the right. Exhale as you bring the torso and arm parallel to
the ground. Repeat five times and switch sides.
Throughout this motion concentrate on deep inhalation and
exhalation. Focus on the quality of your breath throughout this dynamic
flexibility and strengthening movement. Deep breath plus wide stretch is
the foundation to athletic success. To learn more on how yoga can
enhance your golf game performance visit: http://yogaforgolfers.com/."
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