On this weeks episode I dive into 3 reason I wholeheartedly believe every golfer should be working on their body and fitness before diving headlong into making any swing changes or investing heavily in swing coaching.


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Whether you're just starting out on your golf fitness journey or looking to refine your approach, this episode offers essential insights into certain elements to include in your training program. 

From rest and recovery to nutrition and workout intensity, I cover the key components that will set you up for success on and off the course.

1. Rest Intervals:
   • Understand why your breaks between sets of squats and deadlifts should be longer and how they're crucial for muscle recovery and growth
   • Discover the science behind rest intervals and their impact on your strength training outcomes
2. Nutrition for Golfers:
   • Explore the foundational elements of nutrition like protein intake and hydration so you can recover well and perform well on the course
3. Finding Your Training Intensity:
   • Learn how to assess and adjust the intensity of your workouts 
   • Tips on knowing whether what you're doing is challenging enough to make progress

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Unlock the secrets to saving time, money, and effort in your golf training journey. This episode dives deep into why a customized golf fitness program isn't just a luxury—it's a smart, long-term investment in your game.

• Tailored to Your Unique Swing:
  • Discover how personalized programs account for your specific goals, challenges, and physical condition, ensuring every minute of training is optimized for maximum improvement.
• Fast-Track Your Progress:
  • Learn how a custom program compacts years of trial and error into a concise, targeted plan. Benefit from the lessons learned by others and skip the common pitfalls most golfers face.
• Knowledge That Lasts a Lifetime:
  • Understand the lasting value of the insights gained from a tailored program. Achieving results quicker means enjoying those benefits for longer, transforming your game and enjoyment of golf.

Takeaway:

• A custom golf fitness program offers more than just immediate performance improvements; it equips you with a deeper understanding of your body and game, setting you up for years of rewarding play.

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Explore the critical connection between physical limitations and golf swing faults, unraveling how the body's restrictions impact your game.

Key Points:

• The Kinetic Chain in Golf:
  • Unpack the concept of the kinetic chain and its pivotal role in crafting an efficient swing.
• Linking Physical Limitations to Swing Faults:
  • Loss of posture: and how this leads to certain shot characteristics and misses
  • Early Extension: What it is and what causes it!

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In this weeks episode I talk about programming and length of backswing. Here's a few key points you can takeaway from tuning in...

• The fundamentals of structuring a workout for golf, the role of sets, reps, and weights.
• Why different goals (e.g., strength, endurance, power) require different approaches to sets and reps.
• General recommendations for beginners versus more advanced golfers, with examples of exercises and how to adjust the variables for specific needs.
• The anatomy and mechanics of the golf swing, particularly focusing on what limits backswing length (flexibility, strength, etc.).
• Specific exercises targeting flexibility, core strength, and shoulder mobility to help increase backswing length.
• A simple way you can assess which area of the body is limiting your backswing

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This week I discuss 3 things I have spoken with current clients or prospects about which are leading to them not getting the results they would like out on the course to reward them for the work they're putting into their training.  

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Im back! The Podcast returns this week after my hiatus and move across to the other side of the planet!

This week I put it out there to you the listeners and Instagram audience so I could answer more of your questions to get us back into it!

Here's the questions which I answered:

Speed plateaued. How do I break through?

What exercises should I do every day?

How often should you train off season VS in season?

What are the top 3 core exercises golf should work on?

Best way to improve consistency as I want to drop from a 25 handicap to a 15?

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In this episode, I dive into 10 questions I was asked on my most recent Instagram poll. Ranging from swing speed, training as you age, lower back issues, mobility programs and much more.

Keep an eye out for the next poll so you can ask a question by following me on Instagram @shaun.diachkoff 

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In this episode, I dive into the essential yet often overlooked aspect of golf fitness – balance and stability. Join me as I explore how these key elements can transform your golf swing.

What You'll Learn:

• The Foundation of Balance: Discover why balance is crucial for every golfer and how it impacts your swing, accuracy, and power.
• Stability in the Swing: How enhancing your stability can lead to a more consistent and controlled golf swing.
• Top Balance Exercises: I share my top picks for balance and stability exercises that are specifically beneficial for golfers. These will include bodyweight workouts, coordination drills and more, and more.
• Integrating into Routine: Practical tips for incorporating these exercises into your regular gym routine without overwhelming your schedule.

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Hear Adam Young talk about the low point in the swing in episode #13 of the Podcast. Click here

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Feeling like there's never enough time to get to the gym and train for a better golf game? 

Struggle to sift through the sea of golf fitness advice without feeling overwhelmed?

Seeking a strategy to stay on track with your training? 

Tune into this episode where I address these common hurdles head-on:

• Time-Savvy Training: Learn how to identify the exercises that yield the most benefit for your game so every drop of sweat is going towards building a better game! 
• Simplifying Strategies: Cut through the clutter of golf fitness advice and find a starting point that’s effective and straightforward. It doesn't have to be complicated. 
• Accountability in Action: Discover actionable steps to maintain consistency in your workouts and why accountability could be your secret weapon in golf fitness.

Join us as I break down these barriers and provide practical tips and inspiring stories to help you make a start or continue on your golf fitness journey.

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