Want to improve your golf swing and reduce muscle aches and pains? The secret is more than just your golf technique; it’s about strength.
Golf is a game of skill, precision and endurance, all of which rely on muscle, strength, balance and stability. As we age, our bodies naturally lose muscle mass, strength and function, a condition called sarcopenia. Starting around age 30, muscle mass declines by 3-8% per decade, accelerating after we reach 60 (Volpi et al. 2004). This loss can make it harder to generate power and maintain control, affecting your ability to complete 18 holes of golf with the same energy.
You can slow down this natural process of muscle loss. Adding strength training to your weekly routine will help you maintain muscle, reduce the risk of injury and keep you playing stronger for longer.
Improve your golf performance through strength and conditioning
Some of the signs that may indicate you could benefit from strength training include:
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not hitting the ball as far as you would like
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feeling off balance
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experiencing aches and pains
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leaving the green exhausted.
A tailored strength and conditioning program could be the game-changer your golf game needs.
5 benefits of strength training for golfers
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Increased power and distance: Building muscle strength can help you generate more power with less effort. Particularly building strength through your core, glutes and shoulders. The result? Longer drives and improved shot control.
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Reduced risk of injury: The repetitive movements and explosive actions in golf place strain on your joints and muscles. Particularly in the lower back, shoulders and wrists. Strengthening these areas can help reduce the risk of injuries like golfer’s elbow and back pain.
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Improved stability and balance: A strong lower body and core can improve balance. This will help you maintain a consistent swing and improve your posture throughout the game.
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Better endurance: Body conditioning body helps you maintain energy and perform better across 18 holes of golf. This helps reduce tiredness late in the game, which can impact accuracy and consistency.
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Greater mobility and flexibility: Strength training supports joint health and improve flexibility. As a result, your range of motion may improve for a smoother, more efficient golf swing.
Tailored strength training for golfers at Kieser
We create physiotherapy-led strength and conditioning programs tailored for golfers. Whether you need rehabilitation from an injury, want to improve your performance or slow down the effects of age, we can create a personalised program that requires only two 30-minute training sessions a week.
Our university-qualified physiotherapists and exercise scientists develop your program. You will use our Swiss-engineered training machines to safely isolate key muscle groups essential for power, balance, stability and stamina for better golf results.
Build a stronger golf game with Kieser.
References:
Volpi E, Nazemi R and Fujita S (2004) ‘Muscle tissue changes with aging’, Current Opinion in Clinical Nutrition and Metabolic Care, 7(4): 405.
