Tip #7: Motor Learning

Motor learning is simply teaching the neuromuscular system to perform a specific task in a consistent, reproducible fashion. Because the golf swing requires communication among all body segments, motor learning or muscle memory might be a key factor for further improvement.

Several motor learning adaptations must occur for your body to become more functionally efficient, therefore enhancing your golf performance and reducing injury risk. You must teach your body parts to work correctly and sequentially, within the available range of motion for your golf swing.

The goal of motor learning, or computer-like programming of the neuromuscular system, is to develop the least stressful and most productive movement patterns for a successful golf swing. Remember that movement can be defined as a series of muscular contractions, controlled by the nervous system and conditioned through the process of motor learning.

Nutrition

Although most people do not consider golf to be an activity that requires power eating or a special diet, proper nutrition is certainly an important component of a golf conditioning program. After all, appropriate eating patterns are necessary to maintain high energy levels throughout a four-hour athletic event. In addition, golfers involved in physical conditioning activities require better nutrition to maximize their fitness development:

Eating for good health is step one because it applies to all areas of life. Eating for improved golf performance is step two, because sustained energy levels can make a big difference in your playing ability, especially on the back nine.

Our recommended nutrition program is sound and sensible, and completely consistent with the United States Department of Agriculture Food Guide Pyramid. We do emphasize eating appropriate carbohydrate foods for supplying and sustaining elevated energy levels through-out your golf game.