Training Golfers to Go the Distance

HERE IS AN UPDATE ON WHAT I'VE BEEN UP TO. FITNESS TRAINING WORKS FOR ALL SPORTS. WE HELP OUR CLIENTS IMPROVE THEIR ENDURANCE AND PERFORMANCE BOTH ON AND OFF THE COURSE. ENJOY!!

EWGA members feelin' the burn

Personal trainer Helene Sallerson emphasized proper form during the Rochester EWGA women's golf fitness class. Her routines included many core strength exercises like this one, for abdominals. We’re almost there!

This coming Saturday is the sixth and final week of the EWGA Golf Fitness Class with personal trainer Helene Sallerson.

And what a great experience it’s been! Helene has been fantastic. She’s helped us strengthen all the major muscle groups we need to swing a club, from core and upper body to glutes.

Yes, we found ourselves a bit stiff and sore the next morning — especially those first few weeks. But we’ve also seen results — and we’ve learned some great new fitness techniques and habits.

And just in time for the 2010 golf season, too!

Conditioning for Golf

Spring is here and golf season is fast approaching.

It's time to start thinking about conditioning before you begin to hit the course.
Improving overall flexibility should your first priority. Proper stretching will not only improve your game, but will also decrease your risk of muscle strains. The last thing you want is to be out for the season because of a neck, back, elbow or shoulder injury.

Here are more important tips to get you in great shape for your next round:

1. Define your season into three parts: pre-season, in-season and post-season and change the type of training you do every six months.

2. Avoid common injuries by practicing proper swing techniques.

3. Watch your rotator cuffs. They are particularly vulnerable.

4. Choose a training with experience in sports conditioning.

5. Schedule a cardio workout a minimum of 3 times a week. Just for overall health.

6. Get stronger. Weight training should be done at least two times per week.

7. Train progessively. Change your program every few weeks, by varying your weights, workout intensity and rest time.

8. Be sure to work all muscle groups.

9. Select the right exercises to compensate for your weak spots.

10. Never underestimate the importance of stretching hamstrings, back, upper back and shoulders.

11. Be careful using weighted clubs. Training with cables is more beneficial and much safer.

Golf should be a sport you enjoy throughout your life. By training smarter, you can reduce injuries and muscle strain while improving your performance and stamina both on and off the course.

See you at the gym!