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The cause is the muscle imbalance. Postural deficiencies (imbalances) consist of tight (shortened) muscles and weak (lengthened) muscles. Common golf posture consists of a forward head and rounded shoulders. Proper program design will call for the tight muscles to be stretched and the weak muscles to be strengthened. In addition, the average person also has a weak core and lack of neuromuscular joint stabilization making it even more difficult to control their body during a functional movement such as golf. Common muscle imbalances of a golfer: Forward Head Position Anterior (front) neck muscles (tight/shortened) - Stretch Posterior (rear) neck muscles (weak/lengthened) – Strengthen Rounded Forward Shoulders Pectoral (chest) muscles (tight/shortened) - Stretch Rhomboid (upper middle back) muscles (weak/lengthened) – Strengthen Anterior Pelvic Tilt Illiopsoas (hip flexor) muscles (tight/shortened) – Stretch Quadriceps (front thigh) muscles (tight/shortened) – Stretch Gluteal (buttocks) muscles (weakness) - Strengthen Lack of Core Stability Transverse abdominals / Internal Oblique (weakness) - Strengthen Pelvic floor muscles (weakness) - Strengthen The “Core” is where all movement begins. It is also the controlling force behind an individual’s center of gravity. The core muscles support the spine and pelvis and are an essential part of driving the ball with power and accuracy. Stabilization training increases communication between the nervous system and the muscular system which will result in increased joint stabilization during functional movements such as golf. Performing exercises that require balance such as single leg exercises, stability ball exercises or using unstable surface’s will increase neuromuscular efficiency (communication between the nervous system and muscular system). The combination of corrective exercise, core training and stabilization training will greatly improve your ability to unleash the true potential of your golf game. A balanced posture, strong core and efficient joint stabilization will decrease any pain or discomfort in your swing and significantly improve the power and accuracy of your game. For additional information please contact (Craig LePage) craig@ncprecisionfitness.com or log on to www.lakenormanfitness.com Craig LePage, CSCS, NASM-CPT Precision Fitness, Director
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Craig is a well respected fitness pro in the charlotte, NC area and is the director of Precision Fitness Mooresville. His credentials include a BS Degree from the University of Bridgeport Conn., CSCS credentials from the NSCA and a Personal Training Certification from the NASM. He has recently co-authoring a golf specific exercise book (Play Better, Longer – Golf) and is also working on a book of his own that should be available sometime next year.
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