Millions of dollars and countless hours are spent each year by people trying to better their golf game. Whether it’s the latest hi-tech equipment or practice time out on the driving range, golfers are striving for that edge that will lower their handicap and better their overall game. The majority of golfers are nowhere near their full playing potential due to the fact that their body is unable to perform at its utmost ability. They are simply hampered by tight muscles that decrease their range of motion, throw off their accuracy and diminish their power.   

The seven simple stretches listed in this article will increase both power and accuracy which will result in strokes off of your game. Common postural distortions caused by tight muscles keep the average golfer from performing at his or her true potential.

Perform each stretch 2 to 3 times each for 20 to 40 seconds. Stretch the muscles to a point of discomfort but not pain. On a scale of 1 to 10, 8 is a good level to shoot for. Stretches should be performed when the body is warm to avoid injury. If you are unable to do a legitimate warm up perform your first stretch of each muscle at a mild level of intensity (50%).

Stretch #1

Seated Rotation Stretch

This stretch can also performed by lying flat on your back. Keep your shoulders touching the floor as your cross one leg over the other and rotate your hips to one side as far as possible.

Stretch #2

Shoulder Rotator Stretch

Stretch #3

Hip Crossover Stretch

Stretch #4

Chest Stretch

Stretch #5

Hamstring Stretch

Stretch #6

Quadriceps Stretch

Stretch #7

Lat (back) Stretch

Perform these stretches prior to tee time or as part of your weekly golf fitness program. Flexibility training will not only improve your golf game it decrease the likelihood of injury. Change your game today!  

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By Craig LePage, CSCS, NASM-CPT, President of FitnessProgramsPlus.com