357. Dr. Zac Cutler: Stronger Body – Stronger Game, Playing the US Am, Eliminate Low Back Pain

Guest: Dr. Zac Cutler (Sports Performance Chiropracter, FGLC Performance/Golf and Training Institute)Host: Jeff PelizzaroEpisode Number: 357Podcast: The 18STRONG PodcastPartners: Linksoul, 1stPhorm

Summary

Imagine having the secret to improving your golf game right at your fingertips. The key could be as simple as understanding your body mechanics better. That’s right, we’ve got Dr Zach Cutler, the lead chiropractor at Golf and Training Institute (formerly FGL Performance), spilling the beans on how body mechanics can be a game-changer for your golfing skills. Dr Zach will talk about his thrilling experience at the 2016 US Amateur and how his golf background is instrumental in assisting his patients.

Fancy knowing more? We’ll walk you through the world of sports chiropractic and its impact on a golfer’s performance with the experts from the Family Golf and Learning Center. They cater to different age groups, building strength for kids, considering past medical history for adults, and helping everyone step up their game. We’ll shine a light on common golf-related injuries, specifically low back and SI joint issues, the importance of core stabilization, and breathing techniques to prevent these problems. You’ll also get to hear about the role of T-spine and hips in back pain, and tips to improve swing speed and distance.

If you think that’s all, well, we’ve got more. We’ll be sharing our personal experiences, discussing the mental aspect of golf and how it influences other life areas, not to mention, announcing our partnership with First Form, a nutritional company committed to helping customers achieve real results. Hear the stories of overspeed training, postural exercises, and the challenges of finding time to practice and train. Lastly, a professional golfer will share his best round on the course, his favorite golf movie, book, and his dream foursome. So, put your golf caps on and let’s head on to this enlightening journey. Tune in and get ready to swing your way to success!

Main Topics

(00:03) Improve Golf Game Through Body Mechanics

Dr Zach Cutler shares his golf background and how he helps patients improve their game through body care.

(10:01) Chiropractic for Golfers at Learning Center

Sports chiropractic improves golf game by incorporating physical health and wellness for kids and adults at Family Golf and Learning Center.

(23:45) Golf and Fitness

Chiropractor and physical therapist discuss combining manual therapy and exercise for golfers, and addressing posture..

(31:28) SI Joint Dysfunction and Golf Core Strength

Nature’s injuries in golfers’ low back and SI joint, core stabilization, breathing techniques, T-spine and hip involvement, and overspeed training for swing speed.

(39:55) Golf Training and Personal Experiences

Over speed training in golf can improve performance by understanding body movements, but finding time to practice can be challenging for busy professionals.

(47:58) Memorable Rounds and Golf Dreams

A professional golfer shares his best round, mental game, favorite movie and book, dream foursome, and advice.