fbpx
golf fitness

Improve your swing with this golf-specific physio sequencing session

Working on your swing isn't just about hitting the range. Physiotherapist Mike Murray runs through some golf-specific sequencing series that will help you in the long run
 

If you’re looking to improve your swing it’s not just about getting lessons or spending time on the range – it’s about staying in shape too. So in our latest run of specialist golf fitness videos, we’ve teamed up with Mike Murray of MM Physio to take a look at some of the sequenced movement patterns that are needed in a golf swing. A combination of strength and conditioning, as well as low threshold stability and mobility work, is key to creating a successful repeatable pattern in your golf swing.

Episode 1: Improving stability

First up two exercises to work on stability in golf posture. The hip external rotation with heel raise is great for activating the pelvis while maintaining a good upper body posterior chain. While the sumo squat is good to develop the feeling of a neutral spin while overloading the hips and pelvis.

Try out these exercises and see how it isolates those key areas you need as a minimum base to have a repeatable swing pattern. Have a go at three sets of 10 reps for each exercise.

Episode 2: Mobility is key

Improving mobility will help you repeat and maintain an efficient and consistent golf swing. Great stability and power is built on an efficient and mobile base.

Here Mike is showing you some basic mobility moves you can do with just a golf club. Most golfers struggle with restrictions in their shoulder girdle, thoracic spine and lower back.

https://www.instagram.com/tv/B-wnsxAF4B2/

Have a go at three sets of 10 reps for each exercise.

Episode 3: Disassociation

In this episode Mike is talking about disassociation which is the separating of movement of the upper and lower body. Understanding that your body connection is what allows you to repeat a biomechanical pattern is essential.

Performing efficient functional patterns of movement such as these will condition your body to allow it to adapt to what your swing goals are. Have a go at three sets of 10 reps for each exercise.

https://www.instagram.com/tv/B_FLc07FeG3/

Episode 4: Manual Manipulation

And finally, after barely leaving our house for weeks, I think we all feel like we need this right now…

https://www.instagram.com/tv/B_zkNAylxuj

About Mike Murray

Mike Murray is a chartered physiotherapist specialising in golf specific screening, conditioning, and treatment programming. His expertise from a background in professional football and working with tour golf professionals provides an opportunity for his clients to achieve their bodies’ maximum potential via his tailored approach. You can follow him on Instagram, Facebook, or visit the MM Physio website.

  • Click here for more golf fitness tips from NCG

Follow NCG on TwitterFacebook and Instagram – and don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel for free online golf instruction, the latest equipment reviews, and much, much more.

Thanks for stopping by.

We wondered if you might like to contribute to supporting our journalism?

As the world enters uncharted waters, we’d like to be able to keep our content open for all to entertain and inform in the months ahead.

We’d like to think we are the voice of the ordinary golfer the world over. Whether your interest is in the game from tour level to grassroots, the latest equipment, or independent course rankings, we’ve got you covered.

If you want to read more about how you can help us and to donate, please CLICK HERE.

Latest Posts

winter golf training

Fitness

5 reasons why winter training can supercharge your golf game

Read full article - 5 reasons why winter training can supercharge your golf game
The 5 Best Dumbbell Exercises for Golfers

Fitness

The 5 Best Dumbbell Exercises for Golfers

Read full article - The 5 Best Dumbbell Exercises for Golfers
PGA Championship field

Fitness

How does Mickelson keep himself in shape at 50?

Read full article - How does Mickelson keep himself in shape at 50?

Fitness

Home golf workout: Strengthen your glutes to improve your swing

Read full article - Home golf workout: Strengthen your glutes to improve your swing
how to drive the ball further

Fitness

Strengthen your shoulders for more speed

Read full article - Strengthen your shoulders for more speed
Unlock your hips for a better swing

Fitness

Unlock your hips for a better swing

Read full article - Unlock your hips for a better swing
Self Isolation Home Workout 1

Fitness

Keep fit in lockdown: Golf-specific exercises you can do at home

Read full article - Keep fit in lockdown: Golf-specific exercises you can do at home
The Bunker

Fitness

Get fit this winter with Dynamic Golf’s online classes

Read full article - Get fit this winter with Dynamic Golf’s online classes
The Bunker

Fitness

Get fit this winter with Dynamic Golf’s online classes

Read full article - Get fit this winter with Dynamic Golf’s online classes