Body Performance
Core Strength
When conditioning the abdominals, we usually think of abdominal crunches (which I believe are very effective) but they only address one area of the body, the upper abs. Over the next four weeks I will offer a series of core conditioning poses, based on a series of yoga poses that targets the entire core.
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Hip Flexibility
At the moment I am writing to you from Hawaii as we prepare for the Mercedes Championships. There is an excitement in the air as the 2006 season gets underway. Professional golfers have been training during the off season and many will start the season in top physical condition.
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Lower Back
53% of amateur golfers and 30% of professional golfers will play with an injured back this year. In America, more than $50 billion is spent annually on back pain-related healthcare costs.
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Torso Rotation
The yoga ball fitness program is all about core stabilization. When you are practicing any of the exercises you must pull your navel toward your spine, stabilize your core and focus before you begin the exercise. Working from the core is the key to this series!
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Hamstrings and Quads
In a recent study the researchers evaluated the biomechanics of a golfer who is famous for consistent long drives off the tee. Due to the small stature of the man the research asks the question, “Does size matter?” Through biomechanical evaluations, specifically the kinetic link an important component of this golfers swing was discovered.
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Breathing
The Sanskrit word for yoga breathing exercises is pranayama. “Prana” refers to the energy in the body or life force, the fuel or oxygen that keeps us alive. “Yama” refers to expansion, extension, meaning the ability to expand the breath and increase the energy in the body.
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Posture
This week begins a series of exercises that will enhance your posture – a perfect addition to your core exercises. It is difficult to support the spine without a strong core so you are now ready to begin working on your posture.
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