An Introduction To Simple Golfing Performance Tips

All professional golfers of the modern era have a staff of nutritionists, physiotherapists, mentors and their caddy working to make the most of the golfer’s capabilities on the course. The professional training regimen attempts to increase energy levels, strength and flexibility of the player. Amateurs do not have the disposable free time to complete the same level of off-course training, but they could still use the following key on-course performance approaches that the professionals use.

Hydration

If you follow a professional golfer as they play in competitions you will notice them drinking water throughout the round. They realize that if you begin to feel thirsty then this is a sign that your body is performing below par. The key point to taking water is to only take sips of water while golfing. The body digests water very quickly so only ever requires a small amount at a time.

The professionals will generally not use sugar or caffeine rich beverages as they cause blood sugar level fluctuations that affect you how you play (for example, over hitting greens on one hole, short putting on the next).

Nutrition

Putting good quality fuel in your car makes it run better. Likewise, the nutritional content of the food you consume prior to/during golfing affects energy levels and performance while golfing. Professionals usually take several small meals a day to maintain consistent energy levels. A favorite choice for the pro golfers would be a small pasta/chicken fillet meal before golfing.

While on the course, the caddy will ensure the energy levels will stay topped up with bananas or other fruit (bananas are favored for their slow energy release).

Stretches

Professional golfers use various stretching techniques and exercises such as Pilates and Yoga to improve their overall flexibility. In particular, staying flexible in the core muscle area (tummy and lower back) is essential to keeping the backswing consistent and reducing the risk of injury.

The average golfer should complete some stretches of the lower back, legs & calves before a round of golf to warm up the muscles up and reduce the chance of the back/legs stiffening up thru the round.

Awareness

These on-course performance techniques are not ground breaking. However, by becoming actively aware of what your body is telling you while golfing you give yourself the chance to remedy it the next time you head out for a round.

Feeling thirsty or becoming tired during golf are indications that you are not getting the water and food your body needs. Receiving muscle strain is a sign that your muscles are being over worked and would have a better chance of handling the exertion if you performed some stretching exercises.

Trying to perfect your golf swing at the driving range is one way of improving your game, but you should also look to improve your golfing performance through the use of nutrition, hydration and stretches.

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