The CSGA Links Volume 4 Issue 5 September, 2016 | Page 10

Get Golf Fit! - By Kevin Dishon, PT, DPT, TPI Watch Your Posture! - By Kevin Dishon, PT, DPT, TPI level 2 Medical and Fitness Professional T he average American works 40 hours a week, which is nearly 25% of his or her hours in a week. With computer work becoming more the norm, people are developing a posture with excessive thoracic kyphosis, also known as a hunched back. Hours upon hours of sitting in front of a computer may seem harmless, however it does alter your posture. With increased thoracic kyphosis, you may notice that the turn in the backswing and follow through will be significantly reduced, compromising distance. Ultimately, you can see that these changes in posture will negatively impact your golf game. Although it is tough to reconcile years of poor posture, here are exercises you can do during your long hours at the office to help reduce your risk of developing postural deficits. If you have any further questions, a full demonstration of the exercises will be posted on my instagram account @Dr._Kevin_golf_PT. Please contact me for more information about golf fitness, golf rehabilitation, or any golf specific exercise programs. You can reach me via email at [email protected]. @Dr._Kevin_Golf_PT 10 | CSGA Links // September, 2016 [email protected] www.csgalinks.org