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Scott Higgs, MPT,
Physical Therapist
plank on the course.
on the course? of course.
Golfers are famous for having back problems as
the golf swing is quite possibly the most unnatural
movement in sports. The swing of the club in a
downward motion, making impact with the ball and the
ground and the speed at which the club moves through
the ball are not exactly what our shoulders, hands, arms
and backs were designed to do.
This is why golfers often struggle with back pain,
especially professional golfers. Weekend warriors do
not have the constant repetitive motion as do their
professional counterparts, but even those of us who
play the game strictly for fun or to have something to
do while hanging out with friends and family should
keep in mind that our backs are just as important to us
as they are to the pros.
The only way to combat the naturally unnatural
swing is to prepare to make the swing and to keep our
bodies golf ready. In addition to exercising to improve
strength and flexibility, some exercises that are targeted
to strengthening the back and core may be necessary to
ensure the longevity of the game.
Let’s face it. No one wants to do anything that
causes pain, and golf is no exception.
Planking is an option for strengthening the core
as well as the muscles in the back. With this specific
exercise, golfers can build their strength, a little at a
time, to achieve endurance for \