Golfing

A good sports specific exercise, especially for people who participate in the sports of Golf - Cricket - Tennis and Baseball.

Unlike the action played in all of these sports, the movement for this exercise needs to be smooth and under control throughout.

Begin with either a weighted medicine ball, or small Dumbbell held in both hands on one side of your body, keeping your arms fully extended. Your initial starting phase will have your body rotated to the side of the weight.

Exhale and slowly rotate around whilst lifting your straight arms, from their low point, to a high point above your head, however out to the opposite side.

Inhale slowly and reverse the complete movement, prior to commencing the exercise again.

Aim to begin the movement from both sides of your body; alternatively you may want to commence the action with the weight in your middle.

All levels should aim to perform a comfortable amount of reps on each side, for 2 - 3 sets. Always keep the movement smooth and slow, focusing on feeling the muscles doing the work.

Avoid using excessive weights, as these may feel light at the beginning of the movement, however they soon become heavy when needing to be lifted and twisted around to your side. Start with a lightweight, and progress slowly and positively.