Golf may be a mental game. But physical fitness is critical to staying injury-free and improving your swing.

With that in mind, give your game a tune-up with these fitness tips from the Ontario Kinesiology Association (OKA) and OKA board member Fabian Rayne:

Stretching/Flexibility

• Your body should be stretched and relaxed to achieve maximum power for your swing. Stretching increases your body’s potential for free active movements, helping you achieve a full and easy follow-through.

Strength Training

• A high-powered golf swing can also be derived through effective strength training. Power is gained through built muscle, which helps to increase your club speed.

Cardiovascular

• Cardio exercises provide golfers with higher levels of energy and endurance. It also helps increase stamina and swing consistency.

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