Core and Movement Program
(Emphasizing golf)
Absolute Athlete provides core and movement training designed to produce greater swing power and reduce injuries through increased neuromuscular integration. Our personalized approach starts with the identification and correction of underactive and overactive muscles resulting in the body not being able to support itself appropriately, such as tightness in hips/low back/hamstrings/ shoulders/neck/chest etc. that inhibits the natural golf swing. In this class, athletes learn specialized routines that train the mind and body to react and seek balance for optimal leverage and body position. Our dynamic warm-up increases efficiency of movement to eliminate wasted energy and maximize technique.
Our golf program is focused on core control – the body’s ability to control the core muscles that enable greater range of motion and power throughout the golf swing. Lengthening, activation, and integration of the neuromuscular system establishes proper swing sequence and allows for greater range of motion and enhanced strength in elongation.
Regular Attendees of the Core and Movement Program:
- Jason Schmuhl, 2015 NCPGA Player of the Year, PGA Head Professional Windsor Golf Club
- John Groth, Golfing Amateur, Winner of the San Francisco City Golf Championship
Basic Details/Logistics
Before starting program, golfers must have ‘Initial Assessment and Introduction to Training Techniques’
(free with three- and six-month contracts)
Initial Assessment and Introduction to Training Techniques
Three-hour initial assessment and introduction
($150; free with three- and six-month contracts)
Initial assessment – 90 minutes
Injury trends and biomechanics
Where most likely to be injured
Susceptibility to back problems
Identification of muscle tightness
Identification of hypermobility
Identification of asymmetry in the body
Walking gait mechanics
Performance trends
Woodway treadmill assessment for motor control, endurance, and heart-rate
Biolever Assessment for advantage and strength ranges
Private Introductory Session - 90 minutes
Learn Dynamic Warm-Up
Woodway treadmill workout
Mobility and movement training - learn how to use stick, ball, and foam roller
Learn biomechanics
Athletic Testing
Testing will be documented in personal 'athletic intelligence profile' binder for each athlete
Identifying weak and underperforming muscles that produce problems in swing
Identifying problems in muscle fascia that can inhibit muscles, causing tightness and lack of range of motion
Flexibility and strength tests:
Pelvic tilt test
Pelvic rotation test
Torso rotation test
Overhead squat test
Toe touch test
90-90 test
Single leg balance test
Lat length test
Lower quarter rotation test
Seated trunk rotation test
Bridge with leg rotation
Cervical rotation test
Forearm rotation test
Wrist hinge test
Wrist flexion/extension test
Reach/roll and lift test
Every athlete's story is unique. Your training program should be too.
(Emphasizing golf)
Absolute Athlete provides core and movement training designed to produce greater swing power and reduce injuries through increased neuromuscular integration. Our personalized approach starts with the identification and correction of underactive and overactive muscles resulting in the body not being able to support itself appropriately, such as tightness in hips/low back/hamstrings/ shoulders/neck/chest etc. that inhibits the natural golf swing. In this class, athletes learn specialized routines that train the mind and body to react and seek balance for optimal leverage and body position. Our dynamic warm-up increases efficiency of movement to eliminate wasted energy and maximize technique.
Our golf program is focused on core control – the body’s ability to control the core muscles that enable greater range of motion and power throughout the golf swing. Lengthening, activation, and integration of the neuromuscular system establishes proper swing sequence and allows for greater range of motion and enhanced strength in elongation.
Regular Attendees of the Core and Movement Program:
- Jason Schmuhl, 2015 NCPGA Player of the Year, PGA Head Professional Windsor Golf Club
- John Groth, Golfing Amateur, Winner of the San Francisco City Golf Championship
Basic Details/Logistics
Before starting program, golfers must have ‘Initial Assessment and Introduction to Training Techniques’
(free with three- and six-month contracts)
Initial Assessment and Introduction to Training Techniques
Three-hour initial assessment and introduction
($150; free with three- and six-month contracts)
Initial assessment – 90 minutes
Injury trends and biomechanics
Where most likely to be injured
Susceptibility to back problems
Identification of muscle tightness
Identification of hypermobility
Identification of asymmetry in the body
Walking gait mechanics
Performance trends
Woodway treadmill assessment for motor control, endurance, and heart-rate
Biolever Assessment for advantage and strength ranges
Private Introductory Session - 90 minutes
Learn Dynamic Warm-Up
Woodway treadmill workout
Mobility and movement training - learn how to use stick, ball, and foam roller
Learn biomechanics
Athletic Testing
Testing will be documented in personal 'athletic intelligence profile' binder for each athlete
Identifying weak and underperforming muscles that produce problems in swing
Identifying problems in muscle fascia that can inhibit muscles, causing tightness and lack of range of motion
Flexibility and strength tests:
Pelvic tilt test
Pelvic rotation test
Torso rotation test
Overhead squat test
Toe touch test
90-90 test
Single leg balance test
Lat length test
Lower quarter rotation test
Seated trunk rotation test
Bridge with leg rotation
Cervical rotation test
Forearm rotation test
Wrist hinge test
Wrist flexion/extension test
Reach/roll and lift test
Every athlete's story is unique. Your training program should be too.