Preface
Foreword (s)
1. Exercise Physiologist
2. Physical Therapist
3. PGA Golf Professional
Introduction—How to Use the PPES© Book
Chapter One 1
THE SEVEN ASPECTS OF A GOLFER’S ATHLETICISM
Introduction to the Seven Aspects of a Golfer’s Athleticism
Aspect #1 Lower Back Strength & Integrity
- Foundation of the Golf Swing—Structural and Muscular
- Connective Tissues
- Tensile Force
- Strength Training
- Sacroiliac Joint
- Hamstring Flexibility (Importance of)
- Important Points
- Golf Specific Fitness Components that Affect Aspect #1
- Aspect Influence Chart
Aspect #2 Joint Integrity
- Ligaments and Tendons
- Pain
- Strength Training and Joint Integrity
- Important Points
- Golf Specific Fitness Components that Affect Aspect #2
- Aspect Influence Chart
Aspect #3 Strength/Flexibility Axis
- Balancing Theory-Something to Consider
- Range of Motion (ROM)
- Elasticity
- False Flexibility
- Excessive Flexibility
- Excessive Strength
- The Master Controller
- Important Points
- Golf Specific Fitness Components that Affect Aspect #3
- Aspect Influence Chart
Aspect #4 Kinesthetic Awareness
- Gauging KA
- KA and Coordination
- Important Points
- Golf Specific Fitness Components that Affect Aspect #4
- Interdependency Chart
Aspect #5 Coordination
- Dependency on KA
- Important Points
- Golf Specific Fitness Components that Affect Aspect #5
- Interdependency Chart
Aspect #6 Tempo/Timing Axis
- Kinesthetic Personality
- Swing Tempo and Personality
- Important Points
- Golf Specific Fitness Components that Affect Aspect #6
- Interdependency Chart
Aspect #7 Endurance/Recoverability Axis
- Endurance
- Recoverability
- Endurance/Recoverability Chart
- Important Points
- Golf Specific Fitness Components that Affect Aspect #7
- Interdependency Chart
Aspects of a Golfer’s Athleticism Summary
Chapter Two
THE SIX COMPONENTS OF A GOLF SPECIFIC FITNESS PROGRAM
Introduction to the Six Components of a Golf Specific Fitness Program
Component #1 Anatomy, Biomechanics & Kinesiology
- Lower Back & Posture
- Anatomical Angles
- Range of Motion
- Important Points
- Targeted Aspects Chart
Component #2 Weight/Repetition Range
- Maximum Perfect Repetition Range (MPRR)
- Benefits of MPRR
- Targeted Aspects Chart
Component #3 Point of Focus
- Visualization Concept
- Disassociation
- Eyes Closed Technique—Lights Out
- Important Points
- Targeted Aspects Chart
Component #4 Mode of Execution
- Explosive Movements
- Patient Movements
- Exercise Movement Tempo and Visualization
- Important Points
- Targeted Aspects Chart
Component #5 Anaerobic/Aerobic Axis
- Anaerobic Exercise and the Muscles
- Aerobic Exercise and the Body
- Fuel Sources
- Anaerobic Exercise—Volume & Intensity
- Balancing Aerobic Exercise with Anaerobic Exercise
- Important Points
- Targeted Aspects Chart
Component #6 Sports Nutrition
- Macro Nutrient Ratios
- Physiological Responses to Carbohydrates—Insulin
- Physiological Responses to Different Types of Carbohydrates
- The Glycemic Index
- Carbohydrate Choices
- Blood Sugar Management Strategy
- Important Points
- Targeted Aspects Chart
Sports Psychology-The Seventh Component
- Important Points
- Targeted Aspects Chart
Non-Conforming Fitness Components
Golf Specific Fitness Components Summary
A Final Note Regarding Stretching
