by: William Breland
To swing a golf club simply rotate back then rotate forward
while shifting your weight accordingly around the axis of
motion of each hip. To this simple version of the swing, add
a few things such as a good grip, proper weight transfer,
maintain spine angles, stay balanced, correct tempo, proper
alignment, etc…, and you’ve got every reason to
expect a single digit handicap. Golfers for the ages have
pondered how something so simple could become so complex.
The simpler and more automatic the golf swing, the greater
the chance of having a successful result. Physical training
incorporating moves, weight transfer, and body positions consistent
with a proper swing will help achieve a swing with no conscious
thoughts other than where the ball is going.
YOGALATES FOR GOLF is the first golf fitness program combining
Yoga and Pilates aimed at improving the golfer’s ability
to play without the negative influence of swing thoughts.
The “Train To Engrain” philosophy of GoLo GolFitness
has been incorporated into foot positioning, weight transfer,
spine angles, posture, as well as stretches, strengthening
and balance activities.
Yoga and Pilates are often associated with golf training
but never in the technically correct manner associated with
YOGALATES FOR GOLFsm. Exercising along with the instructor
2-3 times weekly will result in physical changes that will
improve the golfer’s ability to perform the most efficient
and effective swing. Neuro-muscular education will also occur
and begin to improve technical aspects of the swing without
conscious thought.
YOGALATES FOR GOLFsm is fun, effective and quite a physical
challenge. Golf swings will improve, but also expect to see
functional gains throughout the day as endurance, balance,
and flexibility improvements develop greater movement capabilities
and positive postural changes.
About The Author
William Breland is a nationally recognized Physical Therapist,
touring Golf Professional, and the creator of Yogalates. YOGALATES
FOR GOLF DVDs are found at select Golf Pro Shops, or you may
contact a GoLo Certified GolFitness Specialist in your area,
or go directly to www.gologolfitness.com.
To find out more about the GoLo Golf Fitness System or to
schedule your personal E-GolfBody Screen go to WilliamBreland.com.
wbreland@brelandhealth.com
May 9, 2008