The Golf Swing Tip Blog

1. Hubris Said,

   Glutes and abs-

   I believe that there was a recent article in Golf magazine regarding a kinesiology study done of pros' swing movements- the glutes and abs were 60-70% of the primary muscle groups used in both the backswng and downswing.
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2. pinkcowsis Said,

   There are 22 primary muscles used in the golf swing. The forward swing begins with your hips rotating laterally from right to left for the right handed golfer (just the opposite for the left handed golfer). This is the main function of the lateral rotators of the hips. Therefore you use the Gluteus Maximus, Gluteus Medius, Quadratus Femoris,
   Pyriformis, Superior Gemellus, Inferior Gemellus, Obturator Internus, Obturator Externus and the Gluteus Minimus. The forward swing continues next with lateral rotation of the spine, therefore one will use their External Abdominal Obliques, Multifidus, and Rotatores. Once the spine has rotated, the shoulders also begin to rotate and a downward pulling motion of both arms takes place from right to left (for the right handed golfer), beginning over the right shoulder and passing in an arc-like fashion downward through the point of contact with the ball where both forearms end up in full extension. This is the main function of the primary movers of the arms and extensors of the forearms. Through this stage of the forward golf swing, a golfer will use his/her Pectoralis Major, Posterior Deltoid, Teres Major, Latissimus Dorsi, Triceps brachii, and Anconeus. The final muscle groups is activated during the downsing, and those are the primary movers of the wrists or wrist flexors and extensors. For right handed golfer, he/she would used the Right flexor carpi radialis, Right flexor carpi ulnaris, Left extensor carpi radialis, and Left extensor carpi ulnaris opposites used for a left handed golfer).

   Below is outlined for a right-handed golfer

   Address position –Lower abdominals and trapeziums/rhomboids (upper back) provide support and stabilization to your starting position.

   Backswing – Right Side – Hip and thigh muscles provide support for weight transfer and stabilization for axis of rotation. Biceps and forearms control club position at the top of the swing.
   Center – Lower/upper abdominals and obliques are engaged to maintain neutral pelvis and stabilize spine for added support to lower back.
   Left Side – Triceps, rotator cuff and shoulder blade are contracting to control the golf club.

   Downswing –Right Side – Trapeziums, rhomboids and lats contract for downward force.
   Center – Glutes, hamstrings, inner/outer thighs and hip flexors are all engaged to come down toward the ball and shift weight from right side to left.
   Left Side – Shoulder, wrist extensors (forearm), bicep, and tricep contract to increase downward force.

   Contact — Right Side – Strong rotator cuff encourages a more powerful turn, generating more clubhead speed. Wrist flexors stabilize the clubhead at impact. Calve muscle assists in weight shift.
   Center – Lower abdominals, again, stabilize the low back and pelvis during increased force. Glutes increase power and stabilize hips and pelvis for added control at impact.
   Left Side – Triceps and wrist extensors stabilize club head at impact.

   Follow through — Right Side – Trapeziums provides support and stabilization.
   Center – Lower abdominals control over extension and/or bending to right side.
   Left Side – Strong glutes are needed for stabilizing hip and pelvis to have a powerful finish. Hamstrings, quads and calves need to be strong to handle the weight shift with control.
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3. Scott Said,

   In a properly executed golf swing, you use a lot of muscle groups. Your shoulders and upper arms are used in the backswing and swing. Your wrists, fingers and lower arms are used for the grip. To generate club head speed you need to "coil" and uncoil your torso which uses muscles in your shoulders, back, buttocks and legs. The weight transfer involved in a good golf swing, again, uses muscles in your buttocks, legs and feet.
   After you connect with the ball will determine which facial muscles you use > or 8(

   Scott
   http://www.BetterGolfSpot.com
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