Pilates for Golf

The asymmetric nature of the golf swing is potentially harmful to the low back. Pilates based exercises are an excellent solution for strengthening the contralateral side to bring about more symmetrical development and add yards to your drive. Since the primary reasons for golfing is recreational, it’s important to examine those issues that relate most closely to performance and enjoyment of the game.

Numerous factors go into creating optimal performance.  Tour players are able to rotate much faster in the swing, thus producing tremendous force with intense loading of the lumbar spine.  A crucial factor in the skilled movement of the elite golfers is the importance of flexibility as a biomechanical parameter.  The difference between good skill and excellent skill is simply a matter of degree.

Research shows that torso-conditioning exercises increase rotational power output. The primary aim is a golf specific conditioning program that targets trunk rotors, upper back, forearm flexors, abdominal, abductors and abductors, and the muscles of the rotator cuff.