1-minute Full Body Stretch
Individual Flexibility Exercises
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1m 18s
This stretch is a modified Pilates exercise. I have taken simple stretches and combined them with Pilates' breathing to target muscles used in the golf swing. Although Pilates have been in the mainstream of general fitness for a few years now, golfers are just starting to consider this discipline to help them improve their golf games. Pilates help improve flexibility, concentration and body control. Breathing is
an integral part of Pilates, so you will want to concentrate on your breathing as you do all the exercises.
This stretch helps elongate and align joints and muscles.
Stand is a shoulder width stance.
Hold a club above your head as shown and extend your arms and torso and hold position as you exhale and inhale for 8 to 10 counts.
Do 8 to 10 repetitions.
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