In this post we discuss why your lead shoulder hurts when you play golf and what you can do to resolve the issue. At a glance Lead shoulder pain in golfers often comes from: Using the upper body to generate power instead of the legs, hips, and trunk, which overloads the shoulder. Limited mobility in […]
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Using anti-inflammatories to play golf isn’t good for you
In this post, we discuss why using anti-inflammatories to play golf isn’t good for you — or your game. Golf is a peculiar activity in that even golfers don’t seem to think it’s a sport they should train for. Let me ask you this, how far do you think you walk on an average round […]
How to improve shoulder turn in your golf swing without stretching
In this post we look at how to improve shoulder turn in your golf swing and why you shouldn’t use stretching to do this. Take a look at most videos on increasing shoulder turn in your golf swing and you’ll see coaches recommending various stretches. This is frustrating. Golf is a power sport and the […]
Golf, herniated discs, and resistance training to help recovery
In this post we discuss golf, herniated discs, and how resistance training can be used to get you back on the golf course. We’ve all seen the before and after pictures that are used to sell gym memberships and personal training. Usually by the second photo the person has gained a sun tan and is […]
How to use resistance training to improve power for golf without getting injured
In this post we discuss how you can use resistance training to improve power for golf without getting injured. At a glance The golf swing is a highly specific and complex movement. Trying to mimic it in the gym—using golf-like exercises—can actually hinder performance and increase injury risk. Here’s what matters more: Specificity is misunderstood: […]