Darren's Golf Fitness

04/09/2022

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04/09/2022

Golf is a game that is constantly evolving. The players are getting stronger, faster, and hitting the ball farther than ever before. This has been greatly influenced by golf-specific training.

DarrenSmithGSF offers bespoke coaching programmes to golfers of all levels and abilities. It doesn't matter whether you want to gain distance, reduce on-course fatigue, or eliminate lower back pain. Our plans are tailored for you.

In order to create our plans, we follow a 4 step process, which begins with our screening process. In this way, we will be able to determine what step to take to start your golf fitness journey based on your golf body type.

11/07/2022

02/05/2022

𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴

As golfer you would need to address all aspects of the kinetic chain required of the golf swing. 🏌️‍♂️

This type of training program incorporates a template with segments addressing each aspect of the kinetic chain required in the ex*****on of the golf swing. 🏌️‍♀️

They are as followed:

1) Mobility/ Flexibility,
2) Corrective Exercise/Dynamic Warm Up,
3) Balance Training,
4) Core Stabilization,
5) Power Development,
6) Functional Strength/Endurance Training.

If you require any help with the above please DM I'm here to help improve you golf fitness ⛳

25/04/2022

𝗖𝗢𝗥𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗘𝗫𝗘𝗥𝗖𝗜𝗦𝗘 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚:

TOTAL BODY

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝗹:

The total body corrective exercise program is designed to improve range of motion, stability, and control of all major regions that are associated with the golf swing to decrease the risk of injury and improve overall performance.

22/04/2022

𝗖𝗢𝗥𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗘𝗫𝗘𝗥𝗖𝗜𝗦𝗘 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚:

𝗨𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗥 𝗕𝗢𝗗𝗬

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝗹:

The upper body corrective exercise program is designed to improve range of motion, stability, and control of the shoulder complex and cervical spine to assist in overall swing mechanics as well as decrease shoulder, elbow, and cervical spine injuries.

20/04/2022

𝗖𝗢𝗥𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗘𝗫𝗘𝗥𝗖𝗜𝗦𝗘 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚:

𝗛𝗜𝗣𝗦/𝗟𝗢𝗪 𝗕𝗔𝗖𝗞

The hips and low-back corrective exercise program is designed to improve joint range of motion through the hips and low-back as well as strengthen the core region to decrease the risk of low-back pain and improve drive performance.

19/04/2022

𝗖𝗢𝗥𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗘𝗫𝗘𝗥𝗖𝗜𝗦𝗘 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚: 𝗟𝗢𝗪𝗘𝗥 𝗕𝗢𝗗𝗬
Program Goal:

The lower-body corrective exercise program is designed to
👍 eliminate muscle imbalances,
👍 improve arthrokinematics,
👍 improve control of the foot, ankle, and knee
👍 improve overall mechanics of the golf swing.

13/04/2022

BASIC HYDRATION GUIDELINES:

- Drink 170 to 340 Milllilitres of water for every 15 to 20 minutes of a round of golf.

- Due to the length of a round of golf, a sport drink may be the preferred source of hydration to ensure optimal glycogen stores and electrolyte balance are maintained.

- Limit consumption of alcohol and caffeinated beverages (tea, coffee) as this can further contribute to dehydration.

- Drink 450 to 600 Milllilitres of water first thing in the morning and again an hour before tee time to make ensure adequate hydration before playing.

BASIC PRE-ROUND NUTRITION GUIDELINES:

- Ingest a low-glycemic carbohydrate snack prior to playing, as these forms of carbohydrates take longer to absorb and will help keep blood sugar levels balanced.

- Eat apre-round meal approximately 90 to120 minutes before around. If playing early in the morning, try toeat at least 60 minutes before tee time. Keep the meal small, but try to include a small amount of protein to help slow absorption.

BASIC MID-ROUND NUTRITION GUIDELINES:

- Every 90 minutes, eat a low-calorie snack that has a good balance of carbohydrates, protein, and fat and is low on the glycemic index. A good example includes some cheese and an apple. Meal replacement bars are another good source for a mid-round snack.

- If snacks are not available, sports drinks may be a good source to help replenish fluids, carbohydrates, and electrolytes. Choose a sport drink with 4 to 8% carbohydrates (such as Lucozade Sport ) to enhance absorption and decrease the risk of hypoglycemia.

BASIC POST-ROUND NUTRITION GUIDELINES:

- Drink at least 300 millilitres of fluids (water, sport drinks, etc.)to help rehydrateimmediately after finishing the last hole.

- Consume alow- to moderate-calorie meal (200-550 calories) that contains a good balance of protein,
carbohydrates, and fats to help restore muscle glycogen. Examples include a turkey sandwich on wheat bread or wheat pasta with chicken and vegetables. Meal replacement bars also are a good, quick resource for post-round and post-training nutrition due to their balance of protein, carbohydrates and fats, as well as for quick absorption to help replace muscle glycogen stores.