Mastering the Game: 7 Steps to Feeling and Playing Your Best Golf for Years to Come

If you’re reading this, chances are you’re a golfer who wants to shoot lower scores. I will also guess that you’ve bought new clubs with the hopes that they’ll be the missing link that will lead to lower scores.

But guess what? We both know new clubs are shiny and fun, but they’re not the magic answer we want them to be. 

If you’re serious about getting better, you need to take a holistic approach. At Full Swing PT and Golf, we believe in addressing every aspect of your game to ensure you not only feel your best but play at the top of your game. Here are the seven crucial steps to help you achieve that winning combination. 

1.  **Get Pain Free (Physical Therapy):** Pain, or even old injuries/surgeries you don’t think about anymore, lead to compensations in your swing that cost you distance, accuracy, consistency, and strokes. The foundation of peak performance starts with being pain-free. Our golf physical therapists specialize in golf-related injuries, tailoring rehabilitation programs to address specific concerns. By resolving pain, you lay the groundwork for a more enjoyable and sustainable golf experience. You can also expect to gain 10 yards, just by not having pain!

 2. **Move Better (Physical Therapy and Personal Training):** Optimal movement patterns are key to a successful golf swing, especially learning how to rotate, maintain proper posture, shift your weight left to start your downswing, and stay down and through the shot. Our team combines physical therapy and personalized training to enhance your flexibility, joint mobility, and overall body mechanics. Improved movement translates to a smoother, more efficient swing. 

 3. **Get Stronger (Personal Training):** Strength is the engine that drives power and stability on the golf course. Our certified personal trainers design strength programs tailored to golfers, focusing on core strength, balance, and muscle endurance. A stronger body not only aids performance but also helps prevent injuries. 

 4. **Get Faster (Speed Training):** In golf, speed can be a game-changer. Our specialized speed training programs target key muscle groups involved in the golf swing, helping you generate more clubhead speed. Increased velocity can lead to longer drives and improved overall performance. 

 5. **Dial in Your Swing (Lessons):** Mastering the technical aspects of your swing is essential. Our skilled instructors offer personalized lessons to analyze and refine your technique. From grip adjustments to perfecting your follow-through, we’re here to elevate your skills and boost your confidence on the course. 

 6. **Focus on the Right Things (Mental Game Coaching):** Golf is as much a mental game as it is physical. Our mental game coaches work with you to develop focus, concentration, and resilience on the course. Overcoming mental obstacles can be the key to unlocking your full potential. 

 7. **Feel Your Best and Play Your Best:** The culmination of these steps is achieving a state where you not only feel your best physically but are mentally prepared to play your best golf. By addressing pain, movement, strength, speed, technique, and mindset, you’ll find yourself stepping onto the course with newfound confidence and a winning edge.