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TobyRich1928

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Hi guys,
I was just wandering if any of you guys on here do any gym work to get "fit" for golf. It seems to be the norm on the tour and i was just wandering if its worth it? if any of you guys did it and if you did, if u have any tips or workouts i could use becuase i was thinking of try it out!
Thanks guys
 
Toby,

I do a lot of gym work, 5 times a week and i rank it as one of the most important aspects of my game now. As regards to tip etc you would have to give more info on ur build, aims, time requirements etc.

The main improvements through a gain in strength have allowed me to add additional shots to my game, control the flight and shape of shots easier. My recoveries are now easier and of course u will gain extra distance. I have found that the bigger and stronger ive got i have had to adjust my swing
 
Don't worry about the age, get in the free weights room. That's where I go, although its quite embarrassing when everyone is lifting twice as much as you :o :D
 
Its not all about having big arms mate ,your core and flexability are the best way to go for golf,if you bulk up your swing could get humped.
 
Nothing specific to golf no. I actually find gym work really boring so I'm not very good at sticking to it. However, it's no coincidence my best golf has coincided with when I'm at my fittest.

I've currently got a stepper, rowing machine and turbo trainer for my bike in the garage which me and the misses use 3 or 4 times a week just for general fitness.

For golf I would say focus on flexibility, core strength and general fitness but don't overdo it and cause yourself an injury
 
Don't worry about the age, get in the free weights room. That's where I go, although its quite embarrassing when everyone is lifting twice as much as you :o :D
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You guys are still growing so take it easy as you could do more damage than good.Sound like i'm being an old fart but i'm not,speak to a personal trainer they'll give you plenty drills exercises to do.
 
The core is the most important set of muscles for golf. Planks, bridges and quite a few exercises with those big ball things help a lot.
 
as everyone said, i gud core will benefit but dont underestimate the value of strong back, obliques shoulders and chest. They all work together. I can say ur young and be careful, however i wish i got stronger earlier as i was weak as pi$$ until my 20's and i do think it limited my handicap progression once i got down to about 5
 
Been weight training for 3 years now, only started playing 1 year ago, so couldnt comment on the difference, from no training to where I am now. However over the last 6 months I have been focusing on the main compound excercises, ie Squat, Deadlift, Benchpress and clean and press, all of which are great for explosive power, which you want to align with your flexibility. You could do a circuit of these compounds and some core work (planks etc) across 3 3o min sessions per week if time is pressed. Out of all I would recommend the deadlift and Clean & Press for maxium gains to your kinetic energy release.
Big Arms dont make a difference to Golf, remember your energy comes from your core, legs. Also from experience I find they can restrict you as you greater flexibility to keep your angles right.
 
Been weight training for 3 years now, only started playing 1 year ago, so couldnt comment on the difference, from no training to where I am now. However over the last 6 months I have been focusing on the main compound excercises, ie Squat, Deadlift, Benchpress and clean and press, all of which are great for explosive power, which you want to align with your flexibility. You could do a circuit of these compounds and some core work (planks etc) across 3 3o min sessions per week if time is pressed. Out of all I would recommend the deadlift and Clean & Press for maxium gains to your kinetic energy release.
Big Arms dont make a difference to Golf, remember your energy comes from your core, legs. Also from experience I find they can restrict you as you greater flexibility to keep your angles right.
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Im still crippled off my DL's this week haha Having strong obliques and triceps is really helping develop power too
 
The exercises that TriggerTech uses are excellent for nearly every sport.

15 year olds are absolutely fine to strength train. I would only be concerned with things that people of any age can do poorly: load is too heavy, technique is unsafe, showing off to mates, not resting or warming up properly etc.

I'm not a fan of planks and static core stuff because it's nothing like the rotation of a golf swing. Get in about medicine ball and kettlebell exercises:

Lunge twists, Med ball slams, Wood chop...
 
Probably the single biggest waste of money in the country if truth be told. I'd love to know the number of people who have gym memberships but never actually go? Mind you, I'd be interested to see similar stats for golf clubs :D
 
15 year olds are absolutely fine to strength train. I would only be concerned with things that people of any age can do poorly: load is too heavy, technique is unsafe, showing off to mates, not resting or warming up properly etc.
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Completely agree with this. There is a common misconception about young people keeping away from weights, but as long as they do it properly and sensibly, it is fine.

I'm not a fan of planks and static core stuff because it's nothing like the rotation of a golf swing. Get in about medicine ball and kettlebell exercises:

Lunge twists, Med ball slams, Wood chop...
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I partially disagree with this though.
Static core exercises are extremely useful for golf. When you coil or rotate in the golf swing, it is better if the coil comes from the thoracic spine. This can only happen if the lumbar spine can be stabilised. Exercises, such as planks improve the ability to be able to do this.

However, the exercises listed are good ones.
 
Been weight training for 3 years now, only started playing 1 year ago, so couldnt comment on the difference, from no training to where I am now. However over the last 6 months I have been focusing on the main compound excercises, ie Squat, Deadlift, Benchpress and clean and press, all of which are great for explosive power, which you want to align with your flexibility.
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These exercises can be useful, but a couple of points should be observed:

1, Make sure you use the correct technique. Because these exercises can be explosive and use heavy weights, it is easy to start taking an easy route, which can do long term damage.

2, Make sure you have full mobility, before you squat, deadlift etc. Most people lack the mobility in at least one of; ankle, hips, thoracic spine or shoulders to do these exercises correctly, with a full range of motion. If you're unable to do the exercise properly, work on getting full mobility first, and then add strength.
 
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