THE GOLFER’S LEXICON: Speak the Game
pointing to specific “hours” on a clock face (e.g., 8 o’clock, 9 o’clock, 10 o’clock).
• Backswing: The initial part of the swing where the club moves away from the target, setting up the downswing. In pitching, its length is crucial for distance control. • Target: The specific spot on the green or near the hole where you intend for your ball to land. • Control: The ability to consistently hit the ball with the desired trajectory, distance, and direction, especially important in pitching. • Distance: How far the ball travels from impact to its final resting place. In pitching, this is precisely controlled by swing length. • Airtime: The duration the golf ball spends in the air during its flight. Pitches typically have more airtime than chips. • Roll: The distance the ball travels on the ground after landing. Pitches are designed to have less roll than chips. • Lead Arm: For a right-handed golfer, this is the left arm; for a left-handed golfer, it’s the right arm. Its position in the backswing is key to the Clock System. • Impact: The precise moment the clubface makes contact with the golf ball. Consistent impact is vital for predictable pitch shots.
circles or leg swings, that increase your joints’ range of motion and warm up muscles, essential for a fluid and powerful golf swing. • Thoracic Twist: The rotational movement capacity of your upper back (thoracic spine), which is a key component for achieving a full and efficient golf swing turn. • Hip Power: The ability of your hips to generate
force and rotate effectively, providing the foundational power for your golf swing and contributing to overall stability.
• Swing Tempo: The rhythm and pacing of your golf swing, from the takeaway to the finish, which can be improved through controlled and consistent practice movements during fitness sessions. • Mind-Body Connection: The coordinated relationship between your thoughts, emotions, and physical actions, crucial for maintaining focus, managing pressure, and executing shots effectively on the golf course. • Injury Prevention: Proactive measures and exercises aimed at strengthening and increasing the flexibility of muscles and joints, thereby reducing the likelihood of golf-related strains or injuries.
Fitness & Wellness Terminology
• Body Readiness: The state of preparing your body through gentle movements and warm-ups to optimize performance and reduce injury risk before a golf swing or any physical activity. • Dynamic Mobility: Active movements, like arm
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