Golf and the Gym

hades

Howdy

So, just wondering what are folks take on whether or not the gym can make a noticeable difference to your game?

Here's my scenario, I've got a good routine going in regards to practice/playing. I play 18 every weekend and i practice for at least 2 hours one evening a week (winter or summer) and in the summer i generally get 6 - 9 holes in one evening. I supplement all this by regular-ish lessons to make sure everything is on track.

Now with the autumn/winter season looming i'm thinking i might swap out my 6 - 9 holes with a visit to the gym, while continuing my normal practice/playing routine.

Other than the obvious health benefits, can it really help an amateur player?

And before anyone asks....

jimmer123

Start practicing Pilates and you will never look back. Golf Pilates is also offered.

ssbob

I think if you are doing the right type of exercises it will certainly help but you would need to talk with a golf specific personal coach to do this, flexibility is key to golf so if you can work on that and your general fitness.....

What am I, a Doctor?

Ben1977

Mark Crossfield on YouTube has started with exercises for golfers. He has a fitness instructor give a demo and explains exactly how the exercises help.

spacecoyote

Most info I've seen always tends to lean towards core strength & flexibility, so as mentioned Pilates would be worth a look.

Can't see building bulk muscle being of any benefit, but cardio would be worth doing to improve stamina and keep energy levels up towards the end of a round

gorfield

If your in Dublin, contact Robbie Cannon, the best golf physical coach in the country. Great guy and works with top amateurs and pros and many everyday golfers like us.

ssbob

gorfield wrote: »

If your in Dublin, contact Robbie Cannon, the best golf physical coach in the country. Great guy and works with top amateurs and pros and many everyday golfers like us.

Thanks for including us high handicappers in there with you

I think Dennehy's fitness in Cork?(Ballincollig) are working with Peter O Keefe and then there are also golf specific Yoga classes happening in Fota with https://twitter.com/BendyKenndy

hades

Thanks guys

Fota is my main practice base. Been a member of the academy for nearly 2 years now, tho i've only been using it properly for a year now (damn babies upsetting my golfing goals)

Ronney

Have a look at mytpi.com

qazorro

If you really want to improve your game and have a powerful core and flexibility I highly recommend TRX in Fairview
The RIP Trainer is fantastic for your swing workout .
Trainers Stephen,Warren are excellent and will help you attain your needs.
Been using this myself 4 months now 3 sessions a week golf definite improvement

Dealerz

Congrats on your first post