Building A Strong Foundation

Strength Training Goes A Long Way In Golf And Life

- Charles Davies

A good strength training program, be it for golf or daily health and well-being, consists of just a few simple yet effective movements.

This month we focus on the following:

• Push (Push up to Dumbbell)

• Pull (Dumbell row to Pull up)

• Squat (Bodyweight to Barbell squat)

• Hinge (Pick up exercise to Barbell Deadlift)

Each of these movements can be regressed and progressed according to individual physique and strength. Aim to perform these exercises up to a certain level over time to ensure longevity not just in golf, but also in living a fit and healthy life.

PUSHING

Science has shown that the chest creates force in the downswing and is one of the power providers in the golf swing.

The single-arm dumbbell press works only one side of the chest muscles at a time; this activates the body to stabilise and counter any rotational movements. In effect, killing two birds with one stone.

PULL