CardioGolf® Game Improvement Wellness Program for 60+
Golf Fitness Over 60: Swing Better, Get Longer!
DON'T LOSE YOUR GROOVE!
CardioGolf® Game Improvement Wellness Program for 60+ is a comprehensive program designed specifically for lifelong golfers aiming to enhance their golf skills and overall fitness. This program targets key areas essential for 'senior' golfers, including balance, thoracic spine mobility, speed, hip and shoulder dispassionate, and cognitive function. By integrating golf-specific exercises and cognitive drills, this program offers a holistic approach to improving both physical and mental aspects crucial for golf performance at any age.
Key Components:
Balance Enhancement:
Incorporate balance exercises tailored to seniors, focusing on stability and proprioception.
Utilize tools such as balance boards, stability balls, and proprioceptive discs to challenge balance in different scenarios relevant to golf movements.
Integrate golf-specific balance drills such as weight shifts during swings and maintaining equilibrium throughout the swing sequence.
Thoracic Spine Mobility:
Implement exercises to improve thoracic spine mobility, essential for generating power and maintaining proper posture during the golf swing.
Include dynamic stretches and mobility drills targeting the thoracic spine region.
Integrate foam rolling and myofascial release techniques to alleviate stiffness and improve range of motion.
Speed Training:
Develop speed and power through golf-specific exercises focusing on explosive movements.
Incorporate resistance training using bands, medicine balls, and cable machines to enhance muscular power relevant to golf swings.
Implement drills aimed at increasing clubhead speed and acceleration, translating to longer drives and more distance on the course.
Hip and Shoulder Dispassionate:
Address common areas of stiffness and limited mobility in the hips and shoulders among senior golfers.
Integrate dynamic stretching routines targeting hip flexors, glutes, and shoulder rotators.
Include mobility exercises utilizing bands and mobility tools to improve joint range of motion and reduce the risk of injury.
Cognitive Function Enhancement:
Incorporate cognitive drills and mental exercises to sharpen focus, decision-making, and spatial awareness on the golf course.
Integrate memory games, reaction time drills, and visualization techniques to enhance cognitive function.
Include on-course scenarios and simulations to simulate real-game situations, improving mental resilience and performance under pressure.
Program Structure:
Assessment: Conduct initial assessments to identify individual strengths, weaknesses, and goals.
Detailed Programming: Tailor exercise regimens based on needs of the senior golfer.
Progressive Overload: Gradually increase the intensity and complexity of exercises as participants advance through the program.
Periodic Reassessment: Conduct regular reassessments to track progress and adjust programming accordingly.
Holistic Approach: Emphasize the integration of physical training, mental conditioning, and golf-specific skill development for comprehensive improvement.
Benefits:
Improved golf performance through enhanced balance, mobility, speed, and cognitive function.
Reduced risk of injury by addressing areas of weakness and stiffness.
Increased enjoyment and longevity in the game of golf by maintaining physical and mental fitness.
Enhanced overall health and well-being for senior participants through regular exercise and cognitive stimulation.
CardioGolf® Game Improvement Wellness Program for 60+ offers a unique blend of golf-specific training and fitness programming tailored to the unique needs of senior golfers, empowering them to play their best golf while enjoying the many benefits of an active lifestyle.
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7-min Get Stronger, Get Longer with the CardioGolf® Fit Slope
You almost never have a flat lie on the golf course, so it is important to practice your swing on sloping lies to develop feel and stability. The CardioGolf® ‘Fit Slope’ is curved like a fairway slope. You can vary the angle you place your foot to practice varies sloping lies.
I developed the C...
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31-min Low-Impact Workout on Slope (010)
Low-intensity/low-impact exercises can be as beneficial as high-intensity/high-impact workouts but are far easier on the body.
Benefits of low-impact exercises-
1. Low impact workouts can burn as many calories as high impact workouts when they are efficient. In fact, you may burn more calories...
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9:26-min Technique to Land Short Shots Closer to the Pin
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10:00 minute Pitching-Learning Distance Control Tutorial
Distance Control-The Clock Method
Develop a system of wedge distance control by varying how far back you take the club.
Watch this video to see how to control the distance for various shots.25 yard pitch shot=8 o’clock to 5 o’clock
50 yard pitch shot=9 o’clock to 3 o’clock
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9:45 minute Pitching Technique
Pitching Basics
A pitch or pitch shot, usually played with a highly lofted club like a pitching or sand wedge, is designed to go a short distance with a high ball flight to land softly on the green.
Here are some basic fundamentals to help you become a better short game player.
1. Stance is na...
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3-min Grip Fundamentals
The Grip-
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9:37-min CardioGolf™ Slope Swing Fundamentals
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19:38 min Groove Your Timing, Tempo and Clubhead Speed (041)
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2-minute Chipping Drill
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7-min Putting Basics
Although putting may not seem like an athletic movement, you actually need to be strong in your arms, shoulders, core and legs to make your putting stroke smooth and natural.
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8:36-min Basic Chipping Technique
A chip shot involves precision to control the correct yardage and distance to leave the shortest possible putt. Because this shot involves a relatively short swing, there is little time for compensations, therefore the set-up and the fundamentals need to be correct. The key is to find a way to c...
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Take Yourself through the Basic Golf-Fitness Screen
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