Golfstretch Blog

Addressing Knee Pain With Myofascial Release

April 7, 2016 by Adam

Blog Breakdown: Knee pain is a common health concern for many people, and according to the American Osteopathic Association, more than one-third of Americans report having some type of knee pain. While knee pain can cause a great deal of discomfort, the underlying issue is usually something minor, like tight muscles, which can be mitigated through various myofascial release techniques. In this blog, Golfstretch Therapies CEO Adam Swanson provides different stretches to address and effectively alleviate knee pain.

Stir The Pot! Core Exercises To Support The Spine

March 18, 2016 by Adam

Core exercises are an integral part of your workout routine. Working on your core strength is important - not just for a flat stomach, but also for balance and stability, and even to help support the spine and prevent injuries. In this day and age, more and more people are finding themselves sitting all day.

stretching for performance and preventing golf injuries

Stretching for Performance and Injury Prevention

March 8, 2016 by Adam

Ok, so I’m sure you’ve heard it all before; stretching before any kind of physical activity will help boost your performance and help prevent injuries. Or, maybe you’ve never stretched a single muscle fiber in your body before your round of golf and you feel great, but your buddy who stretches before every round doesn't feel so great.

Free Up Your Joints With These Golf Swing Tips

February 29, 2016 by Adam

Blog Breakdown: The sharp, repetitive twisting motions required for the perfect golf swing can put a great deal of stress on your spine and joints. By adjusting your stance and parts of your rotation, you may reduce your risk of developing stiff or painful joints. In this blog, Golfstretch Therapies CEO Adam Swanson shares swing tips to help improve efficiency and take unnecessary stress off the body.

Simple Stretches To Ease Lower Back Pain

February 4, 2016 by Adam

Blog Breakdown: The Waste Management Phoenix Open is finally here, which means it’s time to celebrate “The Greatest Show on Grass!” Like many spectators, you may spend a large portion of your day walking on uneven terrain following your favorite golfer. All of this walking can lead to back pain and other health issues. Fortunately, Golfstretch Therapies CEO Adam Swanson is here to show you three simple exercises to ease lower back pain during the WM Open.

Golf After 50

January 24, 2016 by Adam

People often think getting older changes their flexibility, and that hitting the ball farther is impossible... Wrong!

How Can I "Loosen" Tight Muscles?

October 15, 2014 by Adam

During the past decade the use of self-induced Myofascial release techniques has become a common flexibility and pain relief technique used in the health and fitness world.

Why should I Stretch?

September 24, 2014 by Adam

Why should I stretch? Is it really that important? These are a some of the questions I hear from people . Or when I ask them how much stretching they do on a daily or weekly basis I usually hear "I don't have time" or "it hurts too much".