By Lori Woodyard
The number one injury that golfers suffer from year after year is
in the lower back. Twisting, turning and continuously trying to hit
the ball just right can wrench the lower back and cause serious pain
for the rest of the summer. New players starting to play golf can’t
believe how many times they have to align their shoulders, check their
grip, straighten their spine, bend their knees, pull the abdominal
muscles in, look at the ball, check their alignment again throughout
the entire body, and then, maybe, try to take the first swing. Of
course, all this comes naturally with practice, but for beginners,
or even novice players needing improvement, there is something that
can have dramatic effects on a player’s game. Yoga.
Not only will the yoga help improve flexibility in the spine and
shoulders, but a myriad of other benefits will be recognized almost
immediately. They include stronger legs for walking further on the
course, better focus on the ball, balance in the body, cardiovascular
and circulatory health and best of all, peace and relaxation on the
course enabling much more pleasure in the outdoors and the game.
Yoga is a gentle form of exercise that can be studied and practiced
into old age. Playing games and doing things one loves and has a passion
for should be a priority in life. Keeping the body and mind healthy
will help keep priorities straight, improving outlook and quality
of life.
If it’s a better golf game or just overall improvement in the
body, yoga offers a natural benefit.
For more information about yoga contact 304-615-3017 or visit
www.bikramyoga.com.
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