Should You Try a Golf Weight Training Program?

Golf isn't a very controversial sport. There isn't too much to be debated, and most everything about golf is generally accepted. While most of this is true, I did stumble upon one of the more controversial concepts of golf the other day- Weight Training. Should you take up a weight training program for golf?

Much of this depends on what you want to do. Are you just playing for fun, or are you playing competitively? How bad do you want to win? Is a weight training program worth your time? For professionals, a weight training program is obviously worth their time, since it can translate into more winnings for them.

Although professionals now take full advantage of the benefits of golf weight training programs, many amateur golfers look at these programs with fear. Why? Simply because of a lack of knowledge. Most amateurs have little basis or knowledge for their fears and have no real reason to be afraid of a golf weight training program.

Many people believe that programs designed to build strength for golf are extremely hard and strenuous. This is not always the case. While professionals likely do this, you don't need to push yourself to the brink of exhaustion just to become a better golfer. In fact, you could probably lift weights for 30 minutes, 3 nights a week and still improve as a golfer.

Many people also believe that they are too old or out of shape to complete the workouts. This is also very rarely the case. There are golfers that are 80 years old or older that are taking part in a golf weight training program. You can weight train for golf at any age, just make sure you take into account your level of strength and fitness when creating your weight training program.

When you start your weight training program, you should remember that your goal is to become a better golfer, not get a big, muscular body. The exercises involved in weight training for golf will make you a better golf player, and make you stronger, but don't expect to become ripped after doing them. Being more fit and strong is definitely an added benefit, but remember that your goal is to become a better golfer.

Make sure that you stretch before and after every workout, as this will help prevent you from injuring yourself.

Don't be afraid of a golf weight training program- take advantage of it.