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Jason Glass Discusses Glute Activation and Training on Unstable Surfaces

By Jason Glass

Jason responds to questions on Twitter about glute activation and training on unstable surfaces. Great discussion about the importance of progression and regression, two topics discussed in-depth in Fitness Level 2.

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Four Exercises for Stronger, More Powerful Glutes

By Dr. Ben Langdown and Jennifer Fleischer

Whether you’re looking to improve your golf game, or help prevent injuries and low back pain, focusing on glute strength is one of the most important things you can do in the gym.

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The Importance of Process-Related Assessment of Golf Skills in Early Stage Junior Development

By Dr. Jean-François Richard

The development of physical literacy during childhood and adolescence has been shown to be of critical importance in children’s attitudes and motivation towards future participation in physical activity and sport.

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When to Shut it Down?

By Dr. Peter Mackay

The medical and coaching personnel working with professional golfers are often called upon to make judgments with respect to a player being fit to play or to continue to play in a specific event.

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Why do some players get worse and others get better...

By Dave Phillips

This article highlights some mistakes that players make trying to get better.

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How Important is Lower Body Power in Golf?

By Dr. Greg Rose

What is the most important area of the body to develop power in for long drives? Most experts would say one thing - the lower body!

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Understanding Strength Qualities in Golf and How to Develop Them

By Lee Eldridge

Once we identify the strength qualities golfer needs to excel, we can build a training program and progression to get them there.

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Five Observations From Watching TOUR Players Train

By Neal Hausch

Neal Hausch shares what he's learned from watching PGA TOUR players work out at his facility in Akron during the Bridgestone Invitational.

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Solving the Middle Man

By Max Prokopy

Why the Thoracic Spine is So Important

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The Benefits of Single Leg Training for Golfers

By Jamie Greaves

TPI Certified strength coach Jamie Greaves outlines 5 reasons why single leg work should be a part of your lower body strength building program.

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Cupping Therapy on the PGA TOUR: Considerations and Concerns

By Marc Wahl

A few reflections and considerations on the cupping demonstrations provided during the 2016 World Golf Fitness Summit.

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The Science Behind a Golf Warm Up

By Ben Langdown

Ben Langdown and Jack Wells studied the effect that a proper warm up had on golf performance. The results were astounding.

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How Fast Eddie Generates 150 mph Clubhead Speed over the age of 50

By TPI

We had the opportunity to evaluate one of the fastest golfers in the world ahead of his Masters division victory at the PLDA World Championship.

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Considerations for LTAD of an Elite, Early Specialized Golfer

By Liesbeth Pauwels

Sharing a few of the lessons learned from working with a future Division 1 golfer.

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Why Neck Mobility May Be Limiting Your Backswing

By Paul Gozbekian

When considering what might cause limitations in the backswing, neck mobility is commonly overlooked.

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Why to Choose Cable Press over Bench Press

By Lance Gill

Some think it's blasphemous to suggest that the bench press wouldn't be THE foundational exercise in your workout program, but Lance Gill shares why/when you should program cable exercises instead.

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Training The Queen Of The Swing

By Lance Gill

Lance Gill offers a sampling of exercises that will help develop your core for golf. Sorry, no crunches.

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When to Come Back?

By Dr. Peter Mackay

To get back in the game, ramp it up slowly!

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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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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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