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Its Not About The Bicep Curl When It Comes To Golf Fitness Training
How many of you have read, "It's Not About The Bike" by Lance Armstrong? What we learned about Lance's life is that his mission is all about survival, digging deep from within, honoring your goals and commitments, and following your dreams in spite of the often difficult road to the top. Following an interview I did recently with Annika Sorenstam's trainer, he made me think about golf fitness training at the elite level and what it was really about. That is when it hit me, "it's not about the bicep curl". You see the bicep curl is one of many vehicles to display strength to a specific part of the front of your arm. It is a vehicle in the same way that the bike was the vehicle for Lance Armstrong to show his dedication, intensity, desire to win, and tremendous fortitude. So, if it is not about the bicep curl, then what is it about? It is about setting up to perform the exercise. It is about feeling the ground beneath you providing a solid base of support, as in golf. It's about making sure that your posture is correct so you don't place stress on your body unnecessarily. It's about engaging your abdominal muscles so that your low back is protected when your body begins to move. It's about knowing which part of your body has responsibility for stability while the other body parts are producing force. The bicep curl is also about understanding that strength not only comes from those body parts, but a much deeper resource like your brain sending positive thoughts and messages throughout the movement like "I know you can do two more and feel the strength from within" instead of "I've never liked this exercise, I feel weak when I lift". Are you with me? The bicep curl like every other exercise we do is about all of the elements that come together to develop true strength. These same elements are used when we set up for our golf swing knowing which part of our body is taking care of stability while the other parts are producing movement. You see, in the end, the golf swing is not about the swing anymore than the bicep curl is about growing that popular section of the arm. Golf is about learning what to feel with your body and mind and letting the swing happen as a result. Next time you go to the gym or perform those exercises at home, remember this. It's not about the equipment. Fully engage your mind, your body and your attention to all of the details that come along with it. This should make a big difference in your results! Susan Hill is a CHEK Golf Biomechanic, golf fitness columnist for Golf Illustrated and President of Fitness for Golf. For exercises targeted to lower your handicap and give you a competitive edge every time you play, then visit http://www.fitnessforgolf.com
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Real Estate Oklahoma City Ok
There are many reasons to move to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Oklahoma City has the excitement of being the capital of the state of Oklahoma but yet can give you the hometown feel family members crave on some of their quieter residential streets. The city has so much to offer visitors and residents including political events, downtown activities including those of the Bricktown Entertainment district and the Myriad Botanical Gardens located in downtown Oklahoma City.
Should You Use a Property Management Company or Manage Your Real Estate Investment in Florida?
When considering investment properties, first of all, it must be determined that it is profitable and a good idea to purchase rental properties. Let's talk about this aspect.
Real estate management firms making life easier
Real estate investment can happen for various reasons. You could invest in real estate because you need a house for yourself (that house of your dreams that you so badly want). You could use real estate as a means for supplementing your income either by buying at a lower price and selling at a higher price or by letting it out. Sometimes you might buy a property for the purpose of resale but might want to wait for a few years before you actually sell it. In such a case, again it would make sense to rent out the property and earn some money till you actually decide to sell it off.
Seasoned Real Estate Investor Offers New Year's Gift to Help Beginning Investors
Glen Gallucci, an expert real estate investor and educator, is offering a New Year's gift designed to help less experienced investors achieve success. He is troubled by the number of times he is contacted by panicking new investors who have made fundamental and often costly mistakes in their investing decisions. Peter Fogel, founder of "Mentoring with the Masters", interviewed Glen about his accomplished 30-year career in real estate investing and construction. Glen's gift is the audio CD recording "Analyzing Rehab Properties" (http://www.analyzingrehabproperties.com) that resulted from the 60-minute session and is full of practical advice th...
Orlando Florida Fishing - Redfish Capital of the World
When visitors think of Orlando and Central Florida, they imagine the
exciting attractions, breath-taking roller coasters, and swimming with the
dolphins. What many people don't know is that fishing in the Orlando,
Florida area is just as exciting.
Florida A&M University Retires #78 Jersey of Henry "Killer Lawrence," FAMU's Greatest Football Player (1971-73), Former Oakland Raider, 3-time SuperB
On September 15, 2007 at 7:00pm Eastern in Tallahassee, Nelson Townsend FAMU Director of Athletics said the number #78 worn by Henry "Killer" Lawrence (1972-1973) will not be worn by another FAMU football player again, as they retire Henry "Killer" Lawrence jersey. Henry Lawrence retires his jersey as the greatest football player to play the game for the FAMU Rattlers. Henry joins the family of the deceased Tyrone McGriff (1976-1979) and Ulysses Curtis (1945-48) as the FAMU 2007 Jersey Retirement Honorees.
SMITH-TRG Introduces 'HAVS', Helps Commercial Real-Estate Industry
SMITH-TRG launches 'Hidden-Asset Value Solutions' a new business advisory service designed to help commercial real-estate owners identify and exploit the business value potential of underperforming portfolio assets.
The OSMOMOND Family 2nd Generation at Autism Event March 24, Orlando, FL; BAAM Blast! (Books, Autism Advocacy & MOTIVATiON) with Les Brown!
Entertainers, motivational speakers, singers and authors will fill the night with entertainment, fellowship and all proceeds benefit autism charities. Tickets: $20 purchase online at: www.AmySellers.com info: 407-814-7373
New Interactive Golf Course Homes Map - Easily Locate Golf Communities In The US And Mexico
Fairway Living announces a new way to search for upscale golf course communities and golf real estate developments on the web. The interactive map is the result of months of planning, and development. Sign up now for a complimentary subscription to Fairway Living Magazine, supplies are limited!
Ruggie Wealth Management Ranks On Orlando Business Journal?s List
Ruggie Wealth Management was honored in the June 29-July 5 edition of the Orlando Business Journal (OBJ), a popular Central Florida publication with a large readership circulation.
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