What are the best Pilates exercises for golfers?
Because men and women generally differ in strength and flexibility, we’ll present some Pilates matwork exercises for each that address those differences along with step-by-step instructions on how to perform the exercise. Before beginning the exercises it is important to talk about breathing and how it should be done; breath will facilitate and enhance the movements. In the Stott Pilates instructor training manual, breath is explained as follows: “A relaxed and full breath pattern focuses the mind and allows concentration on each task. Exhaling deeply can also help activate the deep abdominal muscles. In all exercises the breath and awareness of stabilization should occur before the actual movement.” How to Breathe: Lay on your back with your hands around your ribcage, knees bent with feet flat on the floor. Inhale deeply through the nose and try to expand the ribcage laterally. You should feel the spaces between the ribs open and the back ribs expand toward the floor. The chest should
