Power is the most important thing, and that's a combination of strength and speed with freedom of movement. The Physical Therapy Association is using this PGA season to emphasize that a health-conscious approach is just as important to amateur golfers as it is to the pros. Bending the knees before swinging, rotating the hips and spine during the golf swing and using proper range of motion techniques throughout the swing play a large role in preventing injuries. Kleven works with golfers on proper exercise and progression in their personal fitness programs. The most important thing is to help them maintain and increase the balance between different muscles and bodily structures.
Flexibility is as important as form.
Injuries in golf are not usually the result of acute trauma from direct contact or any outside influences, but rather from not having the body conditioned to avoid the consequences of stress and overuse, repetitive motions that cause trauma over a period of time. And, it doesn't have to be every day. Weekend golfers have a tendency to swing with the speed and force of a professional, often without warming up, and often after sitting at a desk all week. When the weekend comes, they hit the links and blast the golf balls as far as possible. With this kind of force, it is easy to damage discs and strain muscles.