What is a Functional Assessment and Why Should I Consider One?
Hello everyone, I often get asked what is a functional assessment and why should I have one done. A functional assessment is a series of movements and tests that is designed to check your ability to perform each aspect of the task at hand. The functional assessment I perform is developed by the Titleist Performance Institute in California. Each individual test targets a specific aspect of the golf swing which is required for the ideal swing. These will test your flexibilit
Is Your Job Affecting Your Swing - Part 2
Hi everyone, In Part 1 we discussed how sitting based jobs can alter your posture of your upper back. Now I would like to talk about how it can affect your hips/pelvis. When you are seated your hips are in a flexed position (knees closer to chest than in standing which is neutral). With sustained sitting at work our Hip Flexor muscles tighten with time as they are held in a shortened position. Tight Hip Flexors will limit your ability to get to a full follow through position
Is Your Job Affecting Your Swing - Part 1
Hi everyone, Today I would like to focus on work postures and activities. Unfortunately, most of us work jobs that involve sustained postures and positions. This is most commonly due to seated desk work and long periods driving, which can affect your set up posture and swing. When addressing the ball it is important to have the spine in a neutral position with a flat upper back and shoulder blades pulled back. In order to achieve this position a certain amount of flexibility
