Drive, Chip, Putt - Everything About Golf

What you do at the gym can be just as important to your golf game as what you do at the driving range. The repetitive nature of the game can put stress on your muscles - especially your hips and back. This workout will help to keep you injury free and add some distance to your drive!

Cardiovascular

• Start with a 10 minute warm up of jogging, walking, or bike riding

Legs

• Leg Extension - 3 sets of 8 repetitions
• Leg Press - 3 sets of 8 repetitions

Chest

• Bench Press - 3 sets of 8 repetitions
• Cable Flys - 3 sets of 8 repetitions

Back

• Seated Row - 3 sets of 8 repetitions
• Lateral Pull Down - 3 sets of 8 repetitions

Shoulders

• Seated Press - 3 sets of 8 repetitions
• Dumbbell Front Raises - 3 sets of 8 repetitions

Core

• Crunches - 2 sets of 15 repetitions
• Lower Back Extension - 2 sets of 15 repetitions
• Torso Rotation - 2 sets of 15 repetitions

Tips and Warnings

• As with any fitness or work out plan, consult with your doctor before starting this workout or beginning any exercise program.
• Don’t do this workout before you play a round because you will fatigue your muscles.
• After you do the warm up, stretch your muscles - especially your back, chest, and shoulders.

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