Golf Instruction Made Simple - Warming up
By Blair MacGregor

Prior to starting a round of golf, it is important that
you remember to warm up beforehand. Every athlete warms up
for their given sport all the time, as it reduces the
risk of injury. Golf is no different. By the time
professionals step up to the first tee, they are already
prepared to give their best from the first swing on through the 18th hole.

To get a good exercise round in, you will need to get to the course early. You may need to take care of things in the golf shop or anything else
that you have planned, but you must not feel rushed to get
all these things done just so you can get a good warm up
in. Get there early and get everything done so that you
can get a nice exercise session done in time.

Stretching is extremely important and can improve your game radically, especially if
its done correctly. It will also help you avoid injuries,
which are often the result of tense muscles. If you're not sure
the right way to stretch to get the most out of your body for golf,
consult one of the many sports exercise books available. The majority
of these books show specific exercises for each sport including golf that
make the best use out of your arms, legs and other muscles that are needed
to play golf successfully.

Time your warm up so that you will make it to the first
tee in time with everyone else. You do not want to stand
there for a few minutes after you just finished warming up.
If you do have a delay, stand by the side of the tee,
make slow swings, and stretch so that you can stay loose and ready.

If you choose not to warm up before a game, then you are
starting the game with a severe handicap. Not only that,
but you're also risking severe injury, especially if you're
not an athlete to begin with. Take the time beforehand to warm
up before golfing and you'll feel better and have a better game
as well.

Blair MacGregor is the webmaster & publisher of GolfReviewSource.com