Golf is a great activity to enjoy fresh air, connect with nature and friends, improve fine muscle coordination, and provide exercise (especially when you don’t use a cart). Each year more than 25 million Americans golf regularly. However, many people restrict or stop playing because of injury. By the age of fifty, 80% of regular golfers will develop Osteoarthritis, a condition that affects the joints and eventually causes bone-to-bone friction.

Did You Know…

• Golfers spend approximately $3,825,000 each year on new or improved equipment.
• 62% of golfers are injured each year.
• Most golfers will not invest any time or money in the most essential piece of equipment – their body. If the body’s muscles and joints are sore or out of balance, efforts to improve performance will be hindered.

More:

• Be Well Prepared with Proper Golf Equipment
• Finding the Right Golf Clubs
• Golf for Beginners
• Golf Injuries
• Golf Resources
• Mechanics of a Good Golf Swing
• Outdoor Recreation Activities
• Reduce the Risk of Injury and Improve Your Golf Game
• Where to Golf in the Twin Cities

Additional Information on:

• Autumn Health and Safety
• Spring Health and Safety

Recommended Book:

Golfers Guide to Pilates:  Step-by-Step Exercises to Strengthen Your Game by Monika Clyde Having a strong golf game requires a strong core; in fact, most golf conditioning programs focus on functional movements and core strength – including Pilates.  This book provides beginner, intermediate, and advanced Pilates workouts to improve your golf game.  The exercises are laid out in an easy-to-follow format taking you step-by-step with detailed instructions and photos.