Kettlebells For Golf Fitness

The type of strength and endurance that is necessary to be a good golfer is very unique in the sports world

. Golfers need to be able to rotate their body in such a way that places a great deal of torque on their legs and core muscles. Additionally, the golf swing requires strong and supple wrists that can deal with the impact of the golf club into various levels of thickness of earth. Golfers also need a level of golf fitness that will allow them to be as effective, both mentally and physically, on the last hole as they are on the first. Here are some exercises that golfers can use to build up their bodies in a manner fitting each of these needs.

Kettlebell Swing

Kettlebells look like cannonballs with handles on them. They have been used for centuries to build strength endurance in all types of athletes. The kettlebell swing is the granddaddy of kettlebell exercises and can be a huge benefit for golfers. To do a kettlebell swing, use a light kettlebell of 15-20 pounds and stand with feet squared and shoulder-width apart with the kettlebell hanging at arm's length in front of the hips. Bend the legs and rock the hips back slightly. Push the hips forward so that the kettlebell is rocked up to eye level. Use the arms to control the bell without actually lifting it. Let the bell fall back down to hip level and repeat. The core muscles should do all of the work.

Kettlebell Curls

Kettlebell curls are a great exercise for developing wrist strength. Stand with the feet squared and shoulder-width apart. Hold the bell at arm's length and to the side of the body. Slowly curl the bell up so that the bottom of the bell is pointing up. Lower the bell back down to the starting point and repeat. Be sure to control the bell throughout the movement to gain the maximum benefit from the exercise.

Woodchoppers

Woodchoppers are a great way to mimic the down and up portions of the golf swing. To perform a woodchopper, stand with the feet shoulder-width apart. Hold the kettlebell at arm's length and to one side of the body so that the bell is on the outside of the waist. Pivot the feet to the side away from the bell and raise the arms nice and high on the other side of the body. Slowly lower the bell back to the starting position. Be sure to perform the same number of repetitions of the exercise on both sides of the body.

by: Alex Fortey

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