Since I am not writing as much as I used to, I am entertaining offers from guest posts. It must relate to golf preferably. So if you have an idea and need a venue, feel free to contact me @jsutton@carmelcountryclub.org and send it over for my approval. Please welcome Cindy Prosser as she shares some yoga poses that will help you with your golf game.

Improve Your Swing with these Top 6 Yoga Poses for Golfers:

Golf is a sport where every detail matters. You’re focused on the position of your body behind the ball, your swing, and even some things that are out of your control – like how hard the wind is blowing. Did you know that yoga can help you greatly improve your golf performance?

In fact, there are six key yoga poses that are known for helping you improve your golf game. They’ll help you increase flexibility, hone your mental concentration, and improve your range of motion. They can also help minimize (or eliminate!) the common complaints of golfers like strained shoulders, a sore back, and tight chest muscles. Here are our top 6 yoga poses recommended for golfers (and check out our favorite mens tshirts at bare necessities too!):

Lunge: Let’s start with one of the most basic yoga poses – a lunge. Start on your hands

and knees. Step your left foot forward so it rests between your hands, making sure your shin is perpendicular to the floor. Press the heel and toes of your back foot into the floor. Draw your hips forward and push the right thigh toward the floor. Hold for 30 seconds and switch sides, then repeat 10 times. Benefits: Helps with balance and stretches your hips.

Revolved Crescent Lunge: Start in mountain pose and lunge your right foot forward. Your right knee should be directly above your right ankle so your shin is perpendicular to the ground. Press your left leg straight and draw your hands together at your heart. Twist from the waist and rest your left tricep on the outside of your right thigh while rotating up to gaze past your right shoulder. Press your palms together through the entire pose and hold for 30 seconds. Then, repeat on the other side. Benefits: Gives your hips a deep stretch.

Bird Dog Pose: Start on your hands and knees. Spread your fingers apart to stabilize

your hands so you don’t sink into your wrists. Make sure your knees are placed directly below your hips. While keeping your back flat, extend your left arm straight in front of you while extending your right leg behind you. Hold for two breaths, and then return to your original position. Repeat on the opposite side for 10 repetitions. Benefits: Improves core strength, coordination, and balance.

Tree Pose: Start standing up with your feet together. Shift your weight onto your left foot while bending your right knee. Place your right heel on the inside of your left knee and rotate your right leg out. Put your arms at heart’s center or over your head and hold for 30 seconds. Breathe deeply, then repeat with the other leg. Benefits: Improves breathing, balance, and mental focus.

Locust Pose: Start on your stomach with your forehead on the ground. Your legs should be together, toes pointed, and arms resting alongside your torso with your palms facing up. Exhale and lift your chest, head, arms, and legs off the floor while keeping your shoulder blades back and down. Hold (and breathe) for 10 seconds, and then lower your body and rest for 20 seconds. Repeat 3 times. Benefits: Strengthens back and lengthens your spine.

 

Bridge Pose: Start on your back with your knees bent and feet resting hip-distance apart. Put your arms by your sides with your palms facing down. When you inhale, tuck in your tailbone and press down through your hands while lifting your hips into the air. Your knees, hips, and chest should fall in the same straight line. Breathe for 20 seconds, rest, and repeat 3 times. Benefits: Strengthens hips, hamstrings, and lower back.

 

And there you have it, folks. Try out these six yoga poses and you’ll see an improvement in your golf game in no time flat!

About the Author:

Cindy Prosser approaches her golf game the same way she does shopping: by getting a leg up on her competition.  Cindy finds behind-the-scene ways to improve her golf stroke just as she finds behind-the-scene deals while shopping for mens tshirts at barenecessities for her husband. It’s a stroke of genius, really.