How are those resolutions coming along?
If one of your resolutions was to get in better shape then my next several entries will add to that AND……they just might help your golf game. Many of you heard Paul Sherratt discuss a TPI Fitness Screen with Kevin Haime on the latter’s radio show in December. Paul, Tim and myself have all been certified to perform these Fitness Screens by attending courses provided by the Titleist Performance Institute. You may have seen Dr. Greg Rose, Dave Phillips and others discuss and perform exercises that are golf specific (intended to help your golf game) on the Golf Channel….they trained us.
I thought a great way to pass the time before Rideau View is open this Spring is to post one exercise a week. One of the TPI exercises that I prescribe to students who have undergone the training. The ones who have stayed committed to the program have seen the benefits to their golf game and almost as important, their body.
The first exercise is an easy one….maybe. It’s called Cats & Dogs and if you do any yoga at all you’ll be more than familiar with this exercise. Pelvic mobility is very important in the motion of the golf swing and you’ll discover that your core and glutes need to be engaged in order for your pelvis to move freely. Having the awareness to adjust your pelvic tilt freely will allow you to get into a better starting posture – the BEGINNING of a more efficient golf swing(read: SPEED).
I recorded these video snippets without my lighting people, make up people, writers, directors, boom operators (whatever they are), or an indoor studio. I performed them under the harsh conditions of the desert weather….some would define the conditions as perfect.
If you’d like more information on what’s involved in a TPI Golf Fitness screen send Paul Sherratt, Tim Sewter or myself, Matt Robinson an email and we’ll be happy to discuss.
when do I stop … all the neighbourhood pets are all over me !
Well….neighbourhood pets are a start. I forgot to add that the exercises will help you get in better shape, improve your golf game, and bring you closer to the animal kingdom. Try 2 sets of 10 and call me in the morning
Hi Matt,
After watching your video I was struck by the similarity between this cats and dogs exercise which you do on all fours, and my golf swing which I perform (usually) standing up.
Like you my back is severely arched as I begin the backswing and like you I lift my head (all too often) just before impact. Like you I have been working on my pelvic thrust (actually since first seeing Elvis in my early teens) and to tell you the truth not much of this has helped my scoring.
Having worked with you on these various TPI exercises, I think the ones that help develop better putting skills might prove more beneficial more quickly. So please make the next video the reach/roll and lift. I have found that if I can roll the ball into the cup and lift it out in fewer strokes, my scores improve dramatically. ( well ok a bit)
Can spring be far behind…….
KayJay