Get into the Habit of Stretching on a Daily Basis

Jul 11

Get into the Habit of Stretching on a Daily Basis

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Stretching is one of the easiest and fastest ways to improve your golf swing and game. Not only will stretching improve your flexibility to increase your range of motion in your muscles and joints, to help you make a better shoulder turn, but stretching on a daily basis can help you improve your balance, prevent injuries, increase your circulation and improve muscles coordination.

Stretching does not require equipment or a change of clothes. Stretching habits can be slowly worked into a multi-tasking routine. Instead of sitting still while watching television or talking on the phone, stand up and start getting flexible. You will feel the positive difference in no time.

Stretching Tip:
Warm up your body first by walking around and pumping your arms to get blood and oxygen to muscles. Do not stretch ‘cold’ muscles or you can risk injury.

Here are three basic stretches to incorporate into your daily routine that could help your golf swing

1. Arm Stretch-

This stretch will target your muscles on the outer portion of your arms, shoulders and ribs.

With arms extended overheard and palms together, stretch your arms upward and slightly backwards.

Breathe in as you stretch upward.

Hold stretch for 8 to 10 seconds.

2. Back Arch-

This stretch will target your lower back and hamstrings.

While standing, place your hands at the back of your pelvis.

Gently lean backwards, allowing your back to arch as far as comfortable and your knees to flex slightly.

Hold position for 8 to 10 seconds.

Stop if you feel pain in your lower back.

3. Calf Stretch-

This stretch targets your calf and ankle.

Using a club for support, lunge one leg back.

Slowly straighten your back leg, pressing your heel in the ground.

Concentrate on keeping both feet pointed forward and upper body erect.

Hold position for 10-15 seconds.

Repeat exercise on the other leg.

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