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Wrist Hinge Test (Radial-Ulnar Deviation)

By Dr. Greg Rose

This screen evaluates mobility in the wrist.

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Christo Lamprecht: Under The Hood of One of The Fastest Swings in Golf

By TPI

Golfers come in all shapes and sizes, but South Africa’s rising star, Christo Lamprecht, is a definitely outlier. At 6’8”, he’s not only one of the tallest professional golfers in the world, he’s also one of the fastest.

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Helping Rising Star David Puig Limit Side Bend to Alleviate Stress on Lower Back

By TPI

At just 22 years old, David Puig is one of the most talented young golfers in the world, but when we met him two years ago, he was already complaining of lower back pain. Though pain is multifactorial, we always want to investigate if mechanics or movement capabilities could be contributing factors. In David’s case, his movement screen matched his 3D data, suggesting that his body may be an underlying driver of inefficient technique.

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8 Tips to Make the Best of Your Offseason

By Africa Alacron

Off season is a period of time that you will be forced to take some time off golf due to weather or course availability, but here are a few tips to help you come back stronger than ever.

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How I Use Dry Needling And My TPI Medical Certification To Help Golfers

By Catherine Hoell

Dry needling technique is not a panacea for all golf injuries, nor is it a modality that I use in exclusion of other evidenced-based physical therapy treatments, but it is a powerful tool to have in my practice.

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5 Myths About Golf Fitness

By Clinton Shum

Golf fitness is starting to achieve mainstream acceptance, but there are still several myths which keep golfers from turning to the gym for improvement.

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Every Golfer Can Learn From Justin Rose's Approach To Fitness

By TPI

In a recent feature on Golf Channel Morning Drive, Justin Rose shared insight into his workout, demonstrating a knowledge of fitness that's as sound as any in professional golf.

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Why You Should Evaluate Movement in Junior Athletes

By Dr. Greg Rose

Dr. Greg Rose shares the importance of evaluating fundamental movement skills in young athletes to maximize long-term athletic development.

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The Lat Test

By Dr. Greg Rose

This is a screen for shoulder mobility.

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The Toe Touch Test

By Dr. Greg Rose

This is a great test for hip hinge mobility and postural stability.

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Dr. Greg Rose Discusses Considerations For Coaching and Training Female Golfers On The Felix Fortis Podcast

By TPI

“If you’re trying to develop power in women, do not neglect the lower body."

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Knocking The Rust Off: Tips For Assessing Your Body And Swing After A Long Offseason

By Dave Phillips

TPI co-founders Dr. Greg Rose and Dave Phillips offer tips for knocking the rust off your game after a long off-season.

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Watch Dave Phillips and Lance Gill Analyze a Pro Golfer's Body-Swing Connection

By TPI

Golfers can play elite golf with obvious movement limitations, but those limitations will often reveal themselves in the golf swing.

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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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The 90/90 Test

By Greg Rose

Looking at the player's mobility in the shoulder joint and the stability of their scapula- The 90/90 Test

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Does your Golf Shoe Fit ?

By Dave Phillips

Shoes come in all shapes and sizes to fit all the different feet our their but maybe you should ask a few more questions before you buy your next pair of golf shoes.

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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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7 Anti-Rotation Exercises to Maximize Clubhead Speed

By Dr. Ben Langdown and Jennifer Fleischer

Whether you're looking to increase your clubhead speed, reduce the risk of injury around the lower back or just increase your strength and tone through the core muscles, training for anti-rotation is key.

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Improving from the Ground Up: How the Function of the Ankle and Foot Influence Your Swing

By Daniela Schellenberg

Did you know that your feet are often overlooked in golf? Why is the mobility of feet and ankles essential? We often talk about how ground mechanics can influence power and consistency in the golf swing, but we probably don't spend enough time talking about how the function of our feet and ankles affect so much of what we do in the golf swing.

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Jeremy Paul's TPI Assessment: Identifying a Common Misconception in Short Game Technique

By TPI

When Jeremy came to TPI for an assessment last fall, data from our physical screen and force plates not only revealed opportunities to improve distance potential, but identified one of the most common misconceptions we see in short game technique.

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