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Got Flexibility?

Thursday, 09 April 2009
Simple but effective If you're not as flexible as you could be, you're not making as full a swing and hitting the ball as far as you could be. Our fitness and flexibility expert, Pritam Andreassen, has more stretches to help you swing with less pain and add yards to your drives. Full story
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Strengthen Your Legs For Better Golf

Thursday, 05 February 2009
Stronger legs mean better golf Most golfers who exercise regularly focus on core strength. That's fine, says our fitness expert Pritam Andreassen, but they shouldn't neglect the legs entirely. Full story
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Winter Workout

Monday, 29 December 2008
Pritam Andreassen You'll have noticed that, after a gorgeous fall, winter has not started well. Yes, the snow on Christmas Day was a nice change from all the rain of recent years. And skiers, snowboarders and sledders are laughing all the way to the slopes. But for drivers, air travelers, and golfers (well, those not able to get down to Palm Springs or Scottsdale), December has been downright miserable. Over the next few days we'll be helping you make the most of the rather inclement conditions. For golfers who need their fix whatever the weather, we'll be running a winter instruction feature showing you what changes you need to make in order to enjoy your round despite the wind, rain and snow. But we kick off today with something for golfers who'd rather stay indoors and prepare themselves for the coming season. Pritam Andreassan, our golf fitness expert and the owner of The Strength Connection in Seattle, shares a few tips on how to actually make use of the winter layoff and maintain a body that's fit for golf...even when you're not playing. Full story
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Building Golf Strength Requires A Specific Routine

Tuesday, 29 April 2008
Golf fitness requires the right tools Building strength aimed at improving your golf game requires targeting those muscles most involved. No need to join a gym, as a few pieces of inexpensive equipment and a small space on the floor are all you need. Full Story
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Shape Up Your Body To Shape Up Your Swing

Saturday, 26 January 2008

Connie Wrolson

My personal mental cure to the short, gray days of winter in the Northwest is regular and selective exercise. In addition to making me feel better, proper exercise happens to have the added advantage of improving the mechanics of my golf swing. Of all the women with whom I have given lessons, I've noticed three weaknesses that tend to plague them consistently. My article this month will highlight those weaknesses and outline recommended strategies for overcoming each. Read More