In Minnesota, it’s the “off-season.” I guess there’s an off-season for most of us at some time or another, a time when we put the clubs aside and focus on other activities. But for some of us, the off-season is way too long.When the restlessness begins to set in, we start planning a golf get-away, or we hunker down in front of the TV to watch a golf tournament, or we bring out the putter and start practicing on the carpet.
This is all well and good, but there are some other ways you can keep your spirits up and actually prepare yourself for the upcoming season.
- Engage in a golf-specific fitness program. Strengthening your core is one of the best things you can do for your swing. Balance and endurance exercises are also very good.
- Clean and renew your equipment. Maybe this is a good time to find that specific club you’ve been looking for. Maybe you need new grips or a new bag or new spikes in your shoes.
- Take a lesson or two. There are indoor facilities everywhere and pros who will be happy to help you. The off-season is a great time to make a swing change.
- Set some goals for yourself. Make them realistic and achievable. Then use them as motivation for exercising.
Have a great off-season!
