Core training
Common Core Training Mistakes Golfers Make
Avoid the exercises and habits that tire your body without helping your swing.
Harder isn’t always better
Golfers often turn core training into random exhaustion: endless crunches, rushed planks, and heavy twists that look powerful but don’t transfer. The swing needs control at speed, not just fatigue.
Mistakes to avoid
| Mistake | Why it hurts golf | Better choice |
|---|---|---|
| Rushing reps | Teaches sloppy control | Slow tempo |
| Only crunching | Ignores rotation and bracing | Anti-rotation holds |
| Training through pain | Changes movement patterns | Modify or stop |
If your back feels worse after core work, something needs changing.
Keep it golf-specific
Add positions you recognize: half-kneeling, split stance, standing rotation, and bracing while the arms move.