Product Review: Hole in One Pilates DVD

"We use Pilates techniques when we tee off, walk up to our ball, putt, or drink a beer afterwards," according to Sarah Christensen, inventor of the Hole in One Pilates program. "That's really what makes Hole in One Pilates different from other golf conditioning programs."

Pilates is a technique for moving in a way that is natural, efficient and pain-free. More than exercises you do at home or at the studio, Pilates can be a way of playing golf. The Hole is One DVD shows you how you can hit the ball farther and straighter, with reduced risk of injury and back pain.

What's on the Hole in One, Pilates for Golf DVD:

- Golf day exercises incorporating the golf cart and club.

- Warm-ups which can be done every day, to prevent injuries.

- Exercises to help you hit the ball farther.

- Moves to allow you to hit the ball straighter.

I've taught many a golfer, and these are the moves that they need to build the necessary strength and flexibility for a solid golf game.

My Favorite Exercise on the Hole in One, Pilates for Golf DVD:

The Seated Rotation with Golf Club exercise sounds deceptively simple. It helps to increase your rotation ability; more rotation means faster club head speed, and a farther drive.

Sit at the edge of a stool or in your golf cart, holding your golf club behind your shoulders, with your feet flat on the ground. Relax the shoulders.

1. As you inhale, draw your navel up and in, and twist to the right. The belt buckle stays pointed forward.

2. As you exhale, return to center, keeping your abs engaged.

3. Repeat 8 times to each side. Be careful to keep your body seated, without lifting either hip. Leaning forward or backward is cheating; simply rotate the ribcage around the spine, just like in your golf swing.

Once you're sure your hips are staying still as you rotate your upper body, you can move on to doing this exercise standing,

Price:

The retail price of $24.95 for the Hole in One DVD is far cheaper than a lesson with a golf pro. Plus, you can order it online, exercise at night, and hit the links while there's daylight.

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