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The Top 6 Physical Attributes of Elite Golfers

By Nick Buchan

One of my major roles in working with a golfer is to identify and fix physical limitations that might interfere with an athlete’s ability to best “acquire” the swing mechanics for them. As such when I’m watching the top golfers in the world I’m often looking to identify the physical attributes they share. Here are six physical attributes I’ve noticed in most longer hitters and elite golfers:

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5 Reasons Why Self-Directed Golf Fitness Programs Fall Short

By Ryan Blackburn

Most amateurs recognize that improving their fitness and movement quality will benefit their golf game, but many try to cut corners by writing their own program. TPI Certified trainer Ryan Blackburn offers some reasons why this isn't a good idea.

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How To Improve Rotation While Protecting Your Lower Back

By Mike Boyle

Every golfer wants to improve rotation, but often they look to improve it in the wrong places. This article discusses why golfers should focus on rotation in the hips, thoracic spine and shoulders, and not the lumbar spine.

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5 Potential Causes of Lower Back Pain for Golfers (And What to Do About It)

By Jon Hodginkson

It’s no secret that lower back pain is a big problem in golf, but that doesn’t mean that injury and pain are inevitable. Here are a few things we can do to minimize that risk.

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How Patrick Cantlay Changed His Swing to Protect His Lower Back

By TPI

Patrick Cantlay's career was temporarily derailed by a stress fracture in his lower back. Dr. Rose shares how a combination of physical screening and 3D analysis revealed what in his swing was responsible for causing the injury.

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Can listening to music help your golf game ?

By Dave Phillips

Several studies have been conducted on the affects of listening to music on an athletes performance and even though there is know conclusive results in golf, their has been some interesting results in other sports. So don't put your playlist away just yet.

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Strengths and Weaknesses

By Dr. Greg Rose

Here are two simple pearls of wisdom that I live and train by!

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How to Evaluate a Golf Swing - the right way!

By Lance Gill

Here is our philosophy at TPI on how to evaluate a player and determine what areas we should focus on for further development.

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Be Like Mike: How Mike Weir is Improving His Physical Capabilities in his 40's

By Jason Glass

Masters Champion Mike Weir joins the Coach Glass podcast to discuss his approach to training and performance.

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Active Recovery: An Important Day in Your Week

By Pam Owens

Recovery doesn't mean doing nothing.

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TPI Certified Experts Honored With PGA Awards

By TPI

TPI Certified instructors Cameron McCormick and Liam Mucklow honored with "Teacher of the Year" awards from the PGA of America and PGA of Canada, respectively. Other TPI Certified experts honored: Jeff Overholt, Cory Katrusch, Henry Bunton, Bill Castner.

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How Jordan Does It

By Dave Phillips

Jordan Spieth is arguably the hottest player in golf and a favorite at the Masters, but his swing doesn't get as much credit as it deserves. Here are some things he does really well.

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Time Required for Developing Expertise and the 10 Year Rule

By Dr. Greg Rose

How many years do I need to practice to get on the Tour?

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Debunking The Three Most Common (And Ridiculous) Arguments Against Golf Fitness

By TPI

The arguments against golf fitness are often similar and bogus

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5 Pillars of Golf Strength and Conditioning for Golfers

By Michael Carroll

TPI Certified strength coach Michael Carroll outlines the most important physical qualities that golfers should try to develop.

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10 Ways to Motivate our Young Athletes

By Milo Bryant

For some silly, inane reason, too many of us believe that learning can only take place in monotonous and analgesic environments conducive to most funerals. TPI instructor Milo Bryant shares why fun should be a priority.

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What We Can Learn From "Seve"

By Andy Griffiths

For anyone who plays golf, or for anyone who’s interested in golf, or better yet; for anyone who’s interested in finding and following their dreams, the newly released film, Seve, is a must see. Directed by John Paul Davidson, the film is an epic tale and true story of the life of the late Severiano “Seve” Ballesteros, one of the best and most charismatic European golfers that has ever lived. Known for his daring and creative play, Seve arguably transformed modern golf by turning the Ryder Cup from a US dominated foregone conclusion to an intense, emotionally draining, competitive clash that has resulted in some of the best moments in golf over the past 30 years.

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How Golfers Can Add More HIIT In The Gym

By Jason Glass

Why golfers are more like sprinters than marathoners and how you can train like one with the Jason Glass Skipping Challenge.

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Why Golfers Lift Weights: Addressing Trepidation in the Media

By TPI

Over the last year, several members of the media have expressed concern at the sight of golfers lifting weights. We think their criticism is mostly unfounded and would like to explain why.

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The Resurgence of Mike Weir: A Team Approach

By TPI

Mark Blackburn and Jason Glass share insight into Mike Weir's journey back to the winner's circle.

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