Band Golf Swing

An excellent exercise for developing power for sports such as golf, baseball, cricket and tennis.

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

Fix 1 end of a suitable resistance band to a secure object on the floor, keeping your arms fully extended, your initial starting phase will have your body rotated to the side of the fixed point for the resistance.

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 your hands 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 resistance, as this may feel light at the beginning of the movement, however as you rotate, you will find it difficult to work all your muscles through their complete range of movement. Start with a light resistance, and progress slowly and positively.