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The Big Break Theory

By Dr. Greg Rose

This article discusses the power advantages to developing speed in the non-dominant direction.

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The Overhead Deep Squat Test

By Greg Rose

Through research here at the Titleist Performance Institute we have found several correlations between this test and the golf swing.

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Kinematic Sequence Basics

By Greg Rose

The kinematic sequence is probably the number one most important piece of information that we use in assessing a new golfer.

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A New Motor Control Theory

By Phil Cheetham

The Leading Joint Hypothesis and how it applies to the Golf Swing

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How Wide Should My Stance Be?

By Dave Phillips

“How wide should my stance be,?” or “Should my stance width vary with driver vs. iron?”

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Playing golf in the wind

By Dave Phillips

Obviously the golf ball is affected by wind. How much it is affected varies depending on a variety of factors.

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The King

By Lance Gill

This is a great workout for the Glutes!

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What You Can Learn From No Laying Up's Visit to TPI

By TPI

We recently had the opportunity to evaluate DJ, Cody and Casey from No Laying Up and wanted to highlight a few insights from their assessment that might be instructive to you or your golfers.

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How 43 Year Old Berry Henson Increased His Max Ball Speed By 15 MPH

By TPI

We had the opportunity to work with Berry and his longtime strength coach Anthony Spain a few weeks before US Open qualifying and wanted to highlight some of the improvements they had made over the last several years, most notably how they were able to improve his maximum ball speed by over 15 mph.

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The Importance of Process-Related Assessment of Golf Skills in Early Stage Junior Development

By Dr. Jean-François Richard

The development of physical literacy during childhood and adolescence has been shown to be of critical importance in children’s attitudes and motivation towards future participation in physical activity and sport.

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So You Want To Play College Golf? What to Expect at the Next Level

By TPI

As the profile of college golf continues to grow, opportunities to play will become increasingly limited.

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How Addressing The Function Of Deep Stabilizers Can Improve Movement Quality In Your Golf Swing

By Dr. Josh Nelson

When a joint becomes restricted either through injury or prolonged postural distortions this leads to a decreased firing of the deep stabilising muscles (e.g. Multifidus, Rotatores etc.) and an over activity of the compensatory global muscles such as the Erector Spinae, Quadratus Lumborum and Iliopsoas.

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Why Sprinting is a Key Developmental Exercise for Young Golfers

By Coach Milo

Want to create a better athlete? Create a better sprinter.

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Say the Magic Words: Internal vs External Coaching Cues

By Tim Neumann

TPI Certified trainer Tim Neumann discusses the use of internal and external cues in training and golf instruction

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Our Most Popular Articles of 2016

By TPI

Topics include how Ryder Cup competitors work out, our response to media-criticism of golfers in the weight room, the scientific golf warmup, player features, training myths and more.

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How the Ryder Cup Competitors Work on Their Game in the Gym

By TPI

Many of the athletes at the 2016 Ryder Cup embody the importance of golf fitness.

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Four Exercises for Stronger, More Powerful Glutes

By Dr. Ben Langdown and Jennifer Fleischer

Whether you’re looking to improve your golf game, or help prevent injuries and low back pain, focusing on glute strength is one of the most important things you can do in the gym.

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X-Factor Essentials: What it is and How to Train it

By Mike Carroll

TPI Certified fitness professional Michael Carroll (attended Level 1 in the UK in June) examines the relationship between x-factor and ball-striking performance in addition to discussing strength and conditioning strategies for golf.

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Is Your Golf Swing Putting Your Shoulder At Risk?

By Bobby Dattero

According to numerous research studies, the shoulder is one of the most oft-injured areas of the body for a golfer. As with many golf injuries, the site of the pain is often the victim of limitations in other areas of the body. TPI Certified trainer Bobby Dattero discusses how limitations in your hips and thoracic spine might be putting your shoulder at risk.

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An Osteopathic Approach to Performance

By Jelle Zandveld

An overview of Osteopathic principles and how they can be used to help your athlete’s performance.

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