The Best Golf Flexibility Exercises To Relieve Stiffness

Golf stretches are just as important as any other aspect of golf. If you are stiff you won’t be able to perform your best and could end up getting injured. Continue reading to learn about the best golf stretches. 

Back Stretch With Chair

Your back muscles are used a lot in golf. This golf stretch will relieve the strain that gets put on your back while golfing. Here’s how to perform this golf flexibility exercise: 

• Place a chair in front of you with the back facing you. With your legs shoulder width apart grab the back of the chair and step back until your arms are fully extended. 
• While keeping your back straight, lower your upper body and hold the stretch for about 30 seconds. 
• Repeat 2-5 times.

Side Stretch

This golf flexibility exercise is great for the opening of the chest and diagram muscles, and also lessens tightness in the back. Here’s how to perform this golf stretch: 

• Take your golf club and plant it firmly on the ground. 
• Standing straight up, cross your left leg over your right and lift your left arm over the club.
• Open your chest and look up, while allowing your hips to angle towards the left to get an extra stretch. 
• Hold the golf stretch for 3-5 breaths then switch to the other side. 

Hip Stretch While Sitting

The seated hip stretch is fantastic because you don’t have to have any equipment for it. This golf flexibility exercise stretches the hips, thighs, and back. Here’s how to perform it: 

• In a seated position, place your left ankle on your right thigh with your right foot planted on the floor. You should be sitting up straight.
• Bring your torso towards your leg, bending at the waist. When you feel a good stretch hold it for 30 seconds. 
• Repeat this golf flexibility exercise 2-5 times on each leg.

Wrist Stretch 

Don’t forget your wrists! Your firm grip on the club can create stiffness in your wrist and you don’t want that. The prayer stretch can help relieve carpal tunnel syndrome. Here’s how you perform this golf stretch: 

• Press your palms together in front of your chest.
• Keeping your palms firmly pressed together, move them downward.
• Hold this golf stretch for 30 seconds and repeat 2-5 times.

Knee Hug Stretch 

This is another great flexibility exercise that doesn’t require equipment to perform it. This golf stretch is for your lower back and hip muscles and can relieve pressure on your spinal nerves. Here’s how to perform it: 

• While lying on your back, carefully bring your right knee towards your chest. 
• Hold this position for 30 seconds. 
• Lower your right leg to the floor and bring your left leg up towards your chest. 
• Hold this position for 30 seconds. 
• Repeat as necessary. 

The best golf stretches are waiting for you to perform them. Remember to listen to your body so you don’t injure yourself and consider getting a personal trainer to meet your specific needs.