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How to Get Fit for Golf

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Can a workout improve your golf fame. Yes, if you follow these tips.

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  1. Step 1

    Golf requires conditioning. Aerobic exercises, like biking, hiking, aerobic dance, in-line skating, and running can help you build stamina. So can home exercise equipment, like treadmills, stairsteppers, or skiing machines.

  2. Step 2

    Always warm up at the start of a workup. Good warm-up exercises include a quick walk, a few minutes on the stationary bike, or running in place.

  3. Step 3

    Stretch. Increasing flexibility in any part of your body can benefit your golf game. Pay special attention to your abdominal and lower back muscles. Stretching exercises are a great way to improve flexibility. Remember, stretching should involve a gentle tug, not a painful pull. Try to stretch at least five days per week.

  4. Step 4

    Workout with weights. Use free weights, weight machines, elastic bands, or exercises such as abdominal crunches and push-ups, to build strength.
    Try to workout three times a week.Give your muscles time to recover by not working the same muscle group two days in row.

  5. Step 5

    Always end a workout session with a cooldown period -- a series of less strenuous activities that allow you muscles and cardiovascular system to recover. Try another brief walk, or just swing a club for a five to ten minutes — imagining your on the course, ready to translate your improved fitness into lower scores!

Tips & Warnings
  • Remember, if you have been inactive or have a chronic illness, consult your physician before beginning any fitness program.
  • This article is presented for informational purposes only. It is not meant to replace the advice of a healthcare professional.

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