The lower back is one of the most important parts of the body when it comes to playing great golf. As Tiger Woods proved, it is also one of the areas of the body most susceptible to injury. Strengthening your lower back muscles may actually do mo...
Published: 10/1/2009 3:02:36 AM
Maybe you have vivid memories of a round of sciatica sending pain shooting down your right leg. Swinging a club is nearly impossible, as is performing even the most basic daily activities. The sciatic nerve travels from the lower spine down the l...
Published: 10/1/2009 3:02:28 AM
Golfers frequently experience pain in their lower back, often as the result of the twisting motion of swinging a golf club, or from standing and walking for long periods of time. If you are suffering from lower back pain, the good news is that si...
Published: 10/1/2009 3:02:15 AM
Back pain is such a common problem that almost 90 percent of all Americans have suffered it at some point in their lives. Back pain is a symptom of something else, and doctors sometimes have a hard time identifying the causes.
Published: 9/28/2009 3:01:12 AM
Arm muscles are important, if not vital, for a good golf game. There are certain muscles on the arms---such as the forearms, triceps and wrists---that are essential to work. If you're an avid, amateur or even professional golfer, here are some ar...
Published: 9/26/2009 3:01:05 AM
As a golfer, your fitness regimen should include conditioning your legs. The legs generate power and maintain stability during the swing, and with strong legs, you'll have the stamina to walk the golf course. You can perform leg exercises without...
Published: 9/23/2009 3:01:09 AM
In addition to having a strong upper body and proper swing technique, golfers need a strong lower body to have a powerful golf swing. While benefits can be derived from a weightlifting regimen, strength gains can be made by performing exercises w...
Published: 9/23/2009 3:01:03 AM
Overuse of the arm and elbow in the golf swing can invite the pain of golfer's elbow or a pulled muscle in the arm. The golf swing requires a repetitive motion that can exacerbate the pain of golfer's elbow and promote small tears in the arm musc...
Published: 9/22/2009 3:01:12 AM
Strengthening arm muscles involves just a few basic exercises. And even though they're relatively simple, if you have not exercised in a while you should take it slowly. The muscle strength will build over time, giving you the extra power you are...
Published: 9/22/2009 3:01:09 AM
Forearm strength is crucial in golf. Without it, your swing would not carry the ball very far, and your grip on the club would be weak. Several exercises will increase your forearm strength and give your swing the power it needs to get the ball o...
Published: 9/21/2009 3:01:08 AM
People usually don't think about taking sports nutrition supplements for golf. Many people think all you need to worry about is eating enough--and eating right--before and during a round. However, there are some supplements, minerals and vitamins...
Published: 9/19/2009 3:01:04 AM
Golfers know how important their forearms can be to their games. Having strong muscles here can help you maintain a good grip on your club and hit the ball harder and farther. You can work to develop these muscles, as well as the muscles in your ...
Published: 9/18/2009 3:01:07 AM
It is true that the golf swing is not all in the wrist, but the wrist is an active participant. The wrist holds the club at a certain position at the top of the swing, and helps pull it down vertically at the point of impact with the ball. The wr...
Published: 9/15/2009 3:01:03 AM
The rotator cuff is a series of four small muscles that allows the shoulder to make all of its movements. An injury to one or more of the muscles can severely hinder movement and a tear can result in an inability to make even the simplest moves. ...
Published: 9/15/2009 3:01:02 AM
The shoulder is supported by four small muscles called the rotator cuff. When one of these muscles gets damaged or injured, it can make everyday activities difficult or impossible and it can play havoc with a golfer's ability to swing the club. A...
Published: 9/13/2009 3:01:00 AM
For your golf game to be in tip-top shape, you need to be in good condition. Golfers need to be flexible, strong and able to withstand the physical riggers of a round. This is true even for the mature player who may feel past their prime and too ...
Published: 9/12/2009 3:01:08 AM
As athletes get older, they find that warm-up exercises will help them prevent injuries such as pulled hamstring muscles. Most of these activities are stretches that will pay off by helping athletes avoid injuries as the competition begins. This ...
Published: 9/12/2009 3:01:06 AM
A pulled muscle is one of those nagging injuries that can not only ruin a round of golf, but can make everyday activities a pain, especially if it's in the leg. In most cases, a pulled muscle will heal on its own, though usually that means refrai...
Published: 9/10/2009 3:01:06 AM
Golfers always want to prevent injury, especially in the middle of a round or tournament. Massage therapy, for golfers and other athletes, has become important to use on a regular basis. It can help maintain muscles, such as the shoulders, back a...
Published: 9/10/2009 3:01:05 AM
Your athletic fitness and health, particularly in your shoulders, is a tremendous asset to making a powerful, accurate and repeatable golf swing. Two elements in particular--strength and flexibility--can be a great help in both improving your gol...
Published: 9/10/2009 3:01:02 AM
Just because it's cold outside doesn't mean you should drop your exercise routine until spring. Exercise is important to your golf game, your mood, and your physical health and well-being. You should strive to keep working out all winter, both in...
Published: 9/9/2009 3:01:02 AM
The Achilles tendon, which gets its name from the Greek mythological hero, is the largest tendon in the human body. This tendon connects the calf muscle to the heel bone and can support more than 1,000 pounds of pressure. Athletes at all fitness ...
Published: 9/9/2009 3:01:01 AM
Kneecap surgery is necessary in a handful of circumstances, including a broken or fractured kneecap or one that is constantly dislocated. While there are risks associated with any surgery, the alternative to kneecap replacement surgery is potenti...
Published: 9/9/2009 3:01:01 AM
Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2008 for the Wii is an interactive game that allows you to swing your Wii controller as if you were swinging a golf club. You can choose from several different golf courses on which you can play. In order to improve your game...
Published: 9/9/2009 3:00:59 AM
Golf is not normally thought of in relation to exercises and weight lifting. Although everyone can play golf, no matter their age or physical fitness level, adding a workout routine can seriously improve your golf game. However, golf requires ver...
Published: 9/8/2009 3:01:00 AM
