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Platinum_Shafts · 10-04-2007, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by bjterry62

The strength will not help if it costs you quickness. Research weight training techniques that build strength AND quickness targeting the legs and torso and you should be on the right track. You don't need bulk.

BT

BJ, hey bro, I agree, you don't need bulk. I am 5'11" (early thirties) 165-168 lbs and I am 'cut to the nines' regarding my muscle tonality, and I work out 3-5 times a week.... weight training doesn't always mean "Bulk" or "Body Mass" I work out for muscle shape and definition, though it also has the benifit of increased strength, though I'm not huge like a body builder (have no desire to be, plus my metabolism would not allow it -lol.), but I do have a cut body and it has not only given me increased drive distance, but also helps by not fatiguing me as much physically as play a round of golf. Plus I carry my bag ...who else carries their bag, by the way?

USMCGolfer · 10-15-2007, 05:32 PM

There are many different kinds of strength training, and physical training you can do that is beneficial to a golf swing and there are other kinds that are not. However overall, there aren't many exercises that aren't beneficial. In fact I can't think of one weight training move that couldn't help you, so its all a matter of degree to which you train. Those guys on the cover of flex magazine aren't going to hit the ball further than some small guy who can swing a club gracefully, but that doesn't mean weight training has a negative affect on your swing. People always have this assumption that lifting weights means you will end up looking like those guys on those magazines. To even sniff that level of muscularity you need to dedicate yourself wholly to it at the exclusion of any other sport, and considering this is a golfing forum, I'd imagine that it won't be the case.

Core strength and flexibility are probably the most important aspects for a golfer to train IMO, along with cardio. Granted walking 18 holes and carrying a golf bag doesn't bother me in the least(and I walk all over the course, trust me.) because of the endurance training I received in the Corps, but I know it wipes out some of the guys I play with. I would suggest that if someone is going to get into golf "shape" they need to run, do yoga (yes I said yoga, did I stutter???), and core training. Mix in light weight training as well, with high reps lower weights and you will build the endurance you need to take on golf for 18 holes a day.

timberland · 10-24-2007, 04:52 PM

[quote=Platinum_Shafts]BJ, I am 5'11" (early thirties) 165-168 lbs and I am 'cut to the nines' regarding my muscle tonality, and I work out 3-5 times a week.... QUOTE]

15 6ft 2 in tall 175lbs skinny as a rail

I weight lift but dont gain much mass?

TGOH · 10-24-2007, 08:17 PM

[quote=timberland]

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Originally Posted by Platinum_Shafts

BJ, I am 5'11" (early thirties) 165-168 lbs and I am 'cut to the nines' regarding my muscle tonality, and I work out 3-5 times a week.... QUOTE]

15 6ft 2 in tall 175lbs skinny as a rail

I weight lift but dont gain much mass?

That all depends on your diet and routine.

Platinum_Shafts · 10-25-2007, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by timberland

15 6ft 2 in tall 175lbs skinny as a rail

I weight lift but dont gain much mass?

Timb,
unless you really wanna gain mass, then you should be doing alright. You'll definitely gain definition, and more importantly, you'll increase strength wise, regardless of mass. If you're trying to gain mass and have a high metabolism like me, then weight gainers are probably in the the mix for you, or talk to a local trainer (who actually knows what he or she is talking about) and get a weight gaining diet set up for you. (lots of chicken and starches)

Gibby · 11-17-2007, 03:01 AM

I will start Weight Training for my golf now because I do regular excercise (Sit-ups etc.) but now I want to especially stretch and work the muscles for golf.