A balance exercise I find very beneficial to the golfer is the Single Leg Cone Reach. Here's how to do it:
(Be sure you are in good health and cleared by your physician before beginning any type of exercise program.)
Single Leg Cone Reach
1. Start by placing a towel, cone, or other object two to three feet in front of your feet. Place your feet together, hands on hips, and your torso upright.
2. Lift your right foot off the floor and balance on your left leg. Attempt to keep the right foot off the floor throughout the exercise.
3. Begin reaching your right hand forward toward the object in front of you, allowing your left knee to bend. Continue reaching until your hand is a couple inches above the object on the floor. Pause for one second at this point.
4. Return to an upright position, maintaining your balance on the left leg.
5. Perform 10-15 repetitions of this golf balance exercise, then switch to your opposite leg and repeat the process.
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Sean Cochran is a well-known golf fitness instructor who travels the PGA Tour regularly working with, among others, Phil Mickelson. To learn more about Sean and his golf fitness programs visit his Web site at www.seancochran.com.
