{"id":73551,"date":"2021-05-27T01:42:21","date_gmt":"2021-05-27T01:42:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.soothe.com\/?p=73551"},"modified":"2024-07-15T15:35:10","modified_gmt":"2024-07-15T15:35:10","slug":"golf-and-massage-the-ultimate-fathers-day-duo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.soothe.com\/articles\/golf-and-massage-the-ultimate-fathers-day-duo\/","title":{"rendered":"Golf and Massage: The Ultimate Father’s Day Duo"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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A relaxing day of golf \u2014 what could be better? Warmer weather means people are ready to get back on the green. And many dads, grads, and families will be spending Father’s Day on their favorite golf course. But after a long hiatus from the sport, you may be feeling more sore than usual. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

After taking a break from practicing golf, there’s always an increased risk of injury, too. We’re here to help you (and Dad) get back into the swing of things with tips on how to avoid common golf injuries, and why massage for golfers is the perfect follow-up to playing a round of 18.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Massage for golfers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Should golfers get massages? The short answer: yes! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Massage<\/a> is an excellent addition to any physical activity or workout routine. Even though golf is generally a low-impact sport, it requires strength, flexibility, and stamina to swing heavy clubs for 18 holes! Plus, the repetitive swinging motions can put added strain on back and shoulder muscles. Most golfers also tend to favor one side of the body, which can lead to overexertion and overcompensation in specific muscle areas. Most styles of massage are excellent for golf players whether you’re a competitive golfer or more of a weekend warrior on the green. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What kind of massage is best for golfers? <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Most massage techniques are good for golfers, and even the PGA has recognized the importance of massage for a better golf game<\/a>. When choosing the best massage for golfers, you’ll want to get a full-body treatment that focuses on the most-used muscles for the sport. A massage that targets the upper and lower back, shoulders, and legs is a great place to start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A sports massage is excellent for anyone looking to hit the course with more frequency, or trying to prevent golf-related injury. This type of massage includes assisted stretching and can help reduce joint pain and increase flexibility and range of motion. You can even book an assisted stretching session before a round of golf to maximize the benefits, and help prevent golf-related injuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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