For performing these core exercises, one would need a Swiss Ball. The Swiss Ball holds all the smaller stabilized muscles in the body and helps to develop muscles like never before. Below are some of the important core exercises one can perform to better one’s game of Golf.
1. Swiss Ball Mountain Climber: Support yourself with your hands on the sides, assuming a pushup posture on the Swiss ball. After getting into the right position, lower yourself halfway down towards the ball. Next, just lift your left knee up towards your chest and keep your back straight. Hold this posture for half a second when you reach your chest. Perform this with the right leg and try to do this exercise for 20 times repetitively.
2. Swiss Ball Isometric Bridge: Start this exercise similar to the first one, only difference is that you keep your hands slightly outwards. Then, lower yourself halfway towards the ball and hold this posture for 20 seconds. If in case, you cannot perform this exercise with your arms then try it with your forearms. This will enable to build your muscle strength and endurance.
3. Swiss Ball Crunch: Lay back on the ball with your whole body supported. Place your hands behind your head touching your fingertips. Raise your shoulders halfway and hold this position for just one second. Release yourself by lowering your back to the straight posture. Take just around 4 seconds to lower yourself, because the slow motion will reduce any enticement and will let you use force to your advantage.
4. Triceps Pullover: Lie with your back on the ball with light dumbbells in your hands behind your head. Your feet should be stable on the ground and arms slightly bent while performing this exercise. Try to pull the dumbbell from behind the head and raise it over your chest. Next, lower the dumbbell back to the same position slowly. Perform this for 8 to 10 reps.
Try doing these core exercises for three times a week and you will find yourself much more stable for that perfect golf swing.