Stretching Guide for Golf |
If you have pain or limitation and live in Greenville-Spartanburg SC, then call the rehab experts at Purposed Physical Therapy at (864) 881-1712 or you can fill out our New Patient Form by clicking HERE and we will call you!Physical Therapy in Greenville for GolfStretching is an essential part of successful golf. A good stretching routine can help to minimize muscle imbalances, prevent injury, improve your exercise tolerance and your golf performance. The following stretching program is designed for golfers who do not have any current injuries or individual stretching needs. If you have an injury, or a specific mechanical imbalance that may be holding back your golf performance, your Physical Therapist at Purposed Physical Therapy can design a stretching program just for you. Your Physical Therapist can also teach you to train your abdominal muscles to provide the right balance of stability, flexibility, and power for your golf swing, helping you to golf better and keep your lower back healthy. When is the Best Time to Stretch? When your muscles are warm and relaxed! Stretching after your warm-up helps to improve your game and prevent injuries while stretching after your round or practice session assists your overall recovery. You can even stretch between holes if there is a particular area that you feel needs more stretching or you are stuck waiting for a hole and your muscles cool down or feel like they are stiffening up. Rules for Dynamic Stretching
Rules for Static Stretching
Essential Stretches for Golf These muscles are your prime movers for golf. You'll need to stretch these muscles each time you play. Don't forget to stretch both sides. Dynamic Stretches: Arm Swings
Arm Circles
Leg Swings Forward and Back
Leg Swings Sideways
Repeated Back Rotation Stretch
Standing repeated side bend
Active neck flexion and rotation
Lunges
Static Stretches:
Wrist Extensors
Wrist Flexors
Posterior Shoulder Stretch
Anterior Shoulder Stretch
Hamstring Stretch
Quadriceps Stretch
Hip Flexor Stretch
Groin Stretch
Calf Stretch Gastrocnemius
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