Take these simple steps before beginning:
Step 1: Do a dynamic warm up with the weighted club before the practice range. (See the Dynamic series in Kellys archive on The Golf Channel)
Step 2: Continue the flexibility exercises starting at the tee box of the 2nd hole while you await your turn to tee off. You will have 2 exercises for every other tee box or you can choose to do one exercise for every tee box.
Step 3: Each week you will have a new exercise. This is a progressive workout which means that every week you will have a new exercise to perform along with the exercise from weeks prior. Execute each stretch to a comfortable position and hold for 20-30 seconds.
Step 4: Perform the exercise upon approaching the next tee box to stay flexible and injury free for maximum results!
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Tee #4
CLUB
Shoulder Rotation
Hold your club in front of you at shoulder height. Rotate the club the club to one side by dropping one hand towards your navel and crossing the chest with the other. Hold for 20 to 30 seconds. Slowly rotate back to the opposite side. Hold for 20 to 30 seconds.
CART
Quadricep Stretch
Facing away from the golf cart, place the top of your foot on the top of the carts wheelbase, and hold onto the cart for balance. Press your hips forward until you feel a good stretch in the front upper thigh. Hold for 20 to 30 seconds before repeating the process on the other side.
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Editor's Note: Kelly Blackburn has traveled the PGA Tour and Champions Tour circuits as a fitness consultant and trainer for 13 years. Kelly welcomes your email questions and comments, contact her at BlackburnOnTour@aol.com. Visit KellyBlackburn.com to learn more about health and fitness for golf.