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Golf tips that can Improve your Game for Free
How Golfers Can Cope With Back Pain
Author: Ron Strand
Article:
Many golfers experience back pain. The golf swing is an
unnatural motion that can cause some unusual stresses. In some
cases, golf does not necessarily cause the pain, but a golf
swing can aggravate old injuries and escalate stiffness into
painful spasms.
I have rarely made it through a season without experiencing at
least one bout of back pain from golf. There have been times it
has been so severe that I thought I may have to give up the
sport. But over time, I have found a few things that help me
golf pain free and, if I do experience some pain, speed
recovery. Of course these tips are meant for people experiencing
pain from the normal stresses and strains that come from
participation in sport and are not meant for people who have
injuries or are recovering from chronic conditions.
1. Exercise
A couple of years ago I ran across a regimen developed by Dr.
Chico Caldwell, a professor at the University of Iowa. This
series of exercises was not developed for golf specifically, but
is an overall strength and flexibility program. Even so, I have
found it to be extremely beneficial for avoiding back pain by
keeping abdomen and back muscles toned. The whole series of
exercises takes about an hour. Twice a week seems to be enough
frequency to maintain muscle tone. No equipment is necessary.
2. Pre-game Warm-up
I personally don't believe stretching cold muscles does much
good. It is necessary to get cold muscles warmed up and the only
way to do this is movement. Take a club and swing it like a
baseball bat back and forth until you are puffing a bit, then
take some easy practice swings, then go through your stretching
routine.
3. Take It Easy on the Driving Range
I is always tempting to reach for the driver because you know
that that all important drive on the first tee is coming up in a
few minutes. But you will like do better if you warm up by
hitting some easy shots with your six iron.
4. Walk
It may seem counter intuitive, but I have fewer problems with my
back when I am walking the course than when I am using a cart.
If you must use a cart, because of course or tournament rules,
make sure you stretch when you get out and walk around as much
as possible.
5. Rest
Very often I will not notice any pain during a game but will
experience it the next day when I am riding my bike or working
in the garden. Taking it easy between games will decrease onset
of back pain. If you must do some lifting, use additional
caution after a round of golf.
By paying attention to these things, you should be able to play
without gulping handfuls of ibuprofen. But of course, this is
just some common sense advice from one player to another and is
not a substitute for professional help. If you do experience
ongoing pain, consult a professional.
About the author:
Ron Strand is a college instructor, consultant and avid golfer.
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