There are several different exercises used to stretch the shoulders. This is a great stretch golfers can use to open up the shoulders and improve range of motion in the shoulder joint. It is a great stretch for any athlete whose sport focuses on the upper body, arms and shoulders, but golfers should consider this a core stretch before and after every tee shot.
Shoulder Stretch for Golfers
- Begin standing up straight with shoulders relaxed and back.
- Hold your golf club in front of you with one hand gripping each end of the club in an overhand grip.
- Lift the club forward and up over you head with elbows straight.
- Slowly stretch your shoulders and move your hands back as far as possible until you feel tension across the front of your shoulders.
- Hold for 10 to 20 seconds and release.
- Repeat 2 to 3 times.
- To increase the stretch you can grip the club with hands closer together or continue to move your hands farther and gain a larger range of motion.
- Be careful not to go beyond your limits. Increase your range of motion slowly.
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