yoga and golf
Yoga 4 Better Golf produces near immediate results by incorporating the alignment principles of yoga with the bio-mechanics of the golf swing for a golf-specific sequence of yoga poses, tailored to your particular swing flaw, including modifications to accommodate varying levels of fitness and golf ability.
Improved Flexibility and Strength - Practicing yoga dramatically increases flexibility, enabling the body to move through a full range of motion. Holding the poses while fully extending and contracting the muscles is a form of isometric strength training. Increasing distance and accuracy off the tee are a direct correlation to flexibility and strength.And, as the golf swing is very one sided, straining many joints and muscles, the practice of yoga not only lengthens your muscles but also strengthens joints and ligaments, enabling you to consistently drive longer and with more  power.             
  • Enhanced Breathing Awareness - Guiding the breath and being aware of your breathing pattern has a direct effect on relieving tension in the golf swing and also improves your rhythm and tempo. Clear decision-making in golf, the composure that enables your body to move with fluidity and ease, and the harmonious syncing of your mind, club and the ball are all enhanced by your breath.
  • Sharpened Focus - Moving mindfully in your yoga practice develops focus and the ability to concentrate, moving the mind into a "zone-like" state while maintaining full awareness. Developing a quiet mind will increase the ability to visualize your desired outcome and create the power to manifest your intention. The purpose of centering is to bring your mind and emotions to a calm and quiet place, blocking out internal and external distractions, and bringing the present moment into focus, allowing you to forget about the score and leave your past shot behind (especially if it was a poor one) to concentrate on the next one. Understanding that if you don't, your frustrations and anger will continue to give you negative results. 
    Improved Overall Fitness -Strength, flexibility and balance are key components in a healthy, fit body, translating into reduced risk of injury, increased endurance, and less recovery time.  Specifically created sequences of pre-round, on-the-course, and post-golf stretches, movements and breathing techniques are practiced and geared specifically for the muscles used in playing golf,helping to lubricate your body to release tension, eliminate a stiff back and loosen your hamstrings, hips and shoulders.
  • Increased Sense of Balance - Balance affects spinal movement in the swing, club control and weight distribution. By holding poses longer on the less used side of the body, the muscles are strengthened and lengthened to create more balance and symmetry overall.

Visualization and Meditative Capabilities - Golf pros tell us that golf is 90% mental. If that is true, one of the best ways to improve your game is by accessing your powerful subconscious mind using visualization, the process of using images as a mental guide.  By imagining the best outcome (like letting previous good shots come through in the present) golfers can develop greater confidence and realize better results.  With more mental focus, golfers can replace self-limiting beliefs with positive self-talk and affirmations. With practice, the lessons of yoga, learning to let go of the outcome and acceptance of what is, gradually seeps into your golf game,  helping you to realize greater joy in the game of golf and life.