Balance Exercises Seniors

The Best Golf Fitness Exercises For The Junior Golfer

I receive many questions about the junior golfer and golf fitness programs. The questions are on a number of different topics, but they generally fall into three or four different categories. Typically the questions are; at what should a junior golfer begin utilizing golf fitness exercises, how often should a junior golfer implement golf fitness exercises, and finally what are the best golf fitness exercises for the junior golfer? Typically this last question is the most commonly asked question. This article is intended to provide some answers to the question; what are the best golf fitness exercises for the junior golfer?

First and foremost golf fitness exercises can be of great benefit to the junior golfer provided a few principles are adhered to in the development of such a golf fitness program. We are obviously aware certain exercises are beneficial to the golfer and others are not. Keep in mind regardless if you are a junior, professional, or senior the exercises within your golf fitness program should center upon developing the body around the golf swing.

This single principle indicates certain exercises are of greater benefit to the golfer than others. Generally speaking, the exercises should focus on developing your body to the positions, movements, and physical requirements of the golf swing. This equates to exercises developing the required flexibility, balance, endurance, strength, and power required of the golf swing. For example, we are fully aware the golf swing requires you to make a full shoulder turn. A portion of the ability to make a full shoulder turn is contingent upon the golfer's flexibility (regardless of if you are a junior golfer or not). If you are lacking flexibility the ability to make a full shoulder turn, the golf swing will be compromised, and compensations may set into your golf swing. That being said, a portion of your golf fitness exercises, specifically your golf flexibility exercises will focus on developing a full and effortless shoulder turn.

The junior golfer is really no different than golfers of a different age when it comes to the basic principles of a golf fitness program. The goal of the golf fitness program is the same, and the physical components of the body to be developed are the same. The goal of the golf fitness program is to develop your body around the golf swing in order to create a more powerful, consistent, and accurate golf swing.

The difference for the junior golfer comes down to what are the best exercises within each of these categories. Typically the junior golfer is not as physically developed as an adult thus changing the exercise prescriptions that are best for them. Meaning, the categories to develop within the body for the golf swing are the same as the adult golfer, but modifications in certain exercises are required to counteract the physical development of the junior golfer.

Typically flexibility exercises for the junior golfer can be the exact same as for any other age golfer. Generally speaking, flexibility training is often much easier for the junior golfer to perform because muscles and connective tissues tend to be more flexible when we are young.

Progressing to balance exercises. Often the junior golfer is not as kinesthetically developed as an adult. Their bodies, control of the limbs, and knowing where the body is in space tends to be less developed at younger ages. For this reason we must modify some of the balance exercises to a lower level of difficulty. For example, a junior golfer may have difficulty performing an advanced airplane rotation found in my golf fitness book. As a result a modification may be required in the exercise. The adjustment could consist of keeping the junior golfer using the basic airplane rotation and adding more repetitions to increase the difficulty.

Another adjustment is usually required for the endurance, strength, and power exercises for the junior golfer. Golf fitness exercises found within these categories of training are geared towards increasing muscular strength, endurance, and power. In order to improve these components of the muscles in anyone (junior golfer included) we must overload the body with a higher workload than it is accustomed too. For example, if you were a bodybuilder and wanted get bigger biceps. You may choose to perform bicep dumbbells curls with a 50 lb. dumbbell. In the beginning this exercise may be very difficult to perform. The reason is the 50 lb. dumbbell is overloading your bicep. Over time the bicep gets stronger and the 50 lb. dumbbell gets easier to lift. This is an example of how to overload the muscles of your body to get stronger.

Many of these exercises to develop increased strength, endurance, and power can require the use of external resistance: In the form of dumbbells, elastic tubing, medicine balls, etc. The mistake with junior golfers is externally loading these exercises too much. For example, using to heavy of dumbbells for a certain exercises. The result is a compromise in form and loss of benefit from the exercise. For this reason, I have found it best for the junior golfer to use their body weight as resistance first. Then slowly progress to adding external resistance in the form of tubing, medicine balls, etc...

This format allows the junior golfer to progress in the development of their bodies for the golf swing properly. It allows them to focus on exercise technique and execution rather than the amount of weight lifted.

To recap, modifications for the junior golfer in terms of their program is required. It is a simple process if they are not overloaded with resistance or difficulty of exercise. The goal for the junior golfer is the same as any other golfer; develop the body around the golf swing. The physical components to be developed by a golf fitness program are again the same; flexibility, balance, strength, endurance, and power. The difference for the junior golfer lies within the implementation of the exercises within these categories in the golf fitness program.

Sean Cochran

About the Author

Sean Cochran is one of the most recognized golf fitness instructors in the world today. He travels the PGA Tour regularly with 2005 PGA

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Older & Much Wiser Workout For Seniors $12.52 Rated: NRSynopsis: The Older and Much Wiser Workout with Sue Grant is a gentle and safe workout that is perfect for beginners or those that have not been exercising regularly. All of the exercises are done either standing or sitting on a chair with no lying down on the floor. This fun, well rounded workout includes the four vital components of fitness: Easy-to-follow Low Impact Aerobics - Gentle Stretching Training - Balance & Gaze Stabilization Training - Relaxing Cool Down & Stretch; You may mix and match these different sections depending on how much time you have and how you are feeling each day. In addition, you will see three different levels for each exercise, so you will be able to customize this workout to meet your particular needs. You will love the upbeat encouragement and helpful cues, and you will be amazed at how quickly you progress.

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Drills and Exercises to Improve Static and Dynamic Balance (DVD) $44.73 Balance is the foundation of all human movement. Whether strength, power, speed, or flexibility dominate an activity, the ability of individuals to maintain and regain their center of gravity over its base of support is critical for successful performance and the reduction of injury. Drills and Exercises to Improve Static and Dynamic Balance provides fitness professionals with a basic framework for implementing balance training drills into their clients’ developmental programs. In addition, numerous static and dynamic balance training drills that are designed to challenge individuals of all health and fitness levels are explained and demonstrated. Among the topics covered in the DVD: Balance mechanisms, benefits of balance training, basic training guidelines, balance training drills, static balance progressions, and dynamic balance progressions. Produced in cooperation with the National Strength And Conditioning Association.

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Easy Chair Exercises: Easy Sitting Pilates & Calisthenics with Sunshine (DVD) $20.56 Requiring no equipment, these non-aerobic, non-impact, seated Pilates exercises have been designed specifically for seniors and individuals unable to use weights or machines.

Water Exercises for Osteoarthritis (Paperback) $32.91 Water Exercises for Osteoarthritis contains over 100 individual exercises and examples of exercise routines. It is richly illustrated with over 500 pictures so the reader can see all of the elements that go into an exercise program: equipment, warm-ups, stretching, aerobic exercises, strength exercises, balance exercises, exercises focusing on the abdominals, neck exercises, and cool downs. Included, also, is information on medications, vitamins and minerals, herbs, diet, and nutrition. Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, affecting over 21 million people in the United States. As Americans age, the number of people affected is expected to increase to 40 million by 2020. The pain of osteoarthritis causes people to stop exercising and leaves them vulnerable to all of the health risks associated with a sedentary lifestyle. Luckily, water exercises provide a way to reduce the pain and stiffness of arthritis. At the same time they increase endurance and strength. Rather than making osteoarthritis worse, exercise actually helps you get better physically and emotionally. The physical benefits of water exercise include easier movements and more energy. The psychological benefits include increased independence, less depression and anxiety, and an overall feeling of well being. Water Exercises for Osteoarthritis will help you get all of this and more.

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Tai Chi For Seniors $10.99 Tai Chi For Seniors

Great Balance & Stability Handbook $20.32 A series of balance exercises using a wobble board balance cushion BOSU ball and the Extreme Balance Board. The exercises range in complexity from those suited to the average person up to the athlete. Balance is a key factor in succeeding at any sport. Learn how to exercise using a wobble board balance cushion BOSU ball or balance board to improve balance stability core upper body and lower body muscles in a challenging and fun way. Authors: Andre Noel Potvin Chad Benson. Brand: Ball Dynamics. Category: Book. Features 64 pages. Color diagrams of muscle anatomy step-by-step instructions and safety tips. Includes beginning intermediate and advanced level exercises.

Seniors Notepad $14.5 The perfect graduation gift! These notepads feature Seniors at the top with the class year. You may have personalization printed at the bottom.The notepads are available in sets of 2 and have 70 sheets per pad.

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Sterling Seniors $1.29 This sleek semi-glossy graduation invitation/announcement folds into three and features a sterling silver crest design on the front. The word 'Seniors' is printed on the front in silver and the crest reads 'Seniors'. You may specify the graduation year for the sterling silver stripe that is printed on the bottom flap. Your name and the class year will be printed in the ink and font shown. When opened, the announcement is 10.25" long. Bright white enclosure cards are available.

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101 Strength and Conditioning Exercises and Drills for Basketball (Book) $19.95 101 Strength and Conditioning Exercises and Drills for Basketball provides players and coaches with a broad variety of basketball-specific training options that will allow them to compete effectively and injury-free in today’s physical and fast-paced game. Covers flexibility and warm-up exercises, conditioning drills, balance and core drills and exercises, strength training exercises, speed drills, agility/quickness drills, and explosiveness drills. Each drill or exercise is thoroughly explained with objectives, equipment requirements, instructions, and helpful coaching points. Contains over 115 diagrams and illustrations.

Balance Training $14.95 GO BEYOND THE BALL WITH TODAY’S NEWEST STRENGTH AND BALANCE EXERCISES. Balance training—or working out on unstable surfaces like the BOSU, ball and core board—forces you to use the deep, inner muscles that other workouts miss. These are the muscles that make you look sleek, toned and sexy. Whether exercising on the mat at home or working on a balance tool at the gym, Balance Training will help you dramatically sculpt your legs, butt and stomach while improving overall strength and posture. Your core and foundational muscles will never be weak and flabby again. This book takes balance training to the next level, providing the benefits of yoga and Pilates as well as strength and core training—all in one easy-to-follow program.

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Balance $10.99 Balance

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