Are You Fit for Golf?

Golf looks like an easy sport. A nice leisurely walk, swing a club now and then. Those that play the game know it is not as easy as it looks. To play well it requires a level of athletic ability comparable with other sports. It is well known that Tiger Woods and other top golfers spend a lot of time in the gym these days as they know that if they are fit they will play well.

Although great strength is not necessary to hit a golf ball, it definitely helps if you have a well conditioned and flexible musculature. If the muscles in the body are trained well they work better together as a cohesive unit which is exactly what you need to produce a good golf swing. Improved strength and flexibility will improve balance, power and coordination, and significantly reduces risk of injury.

Golf requires a surprising amount of physical endurance. It's a long walk around a course and if you don't have the luxury of a caddie or power trolley, then pulling or carrying your clubs can take its toll if you are not fit enough. If you tire physically during the round, you will start to have trouble making good decisions and lose shots unnecessarily.

So in summary, to make sure you play to your best ability, you will definitely benefit from undertaking a physical training programme.

Get fit and flexible and watch your golf scores improve!