The weekend recreational golfer might not think about maintaining proper posture, but for the serious player, learning the proper posture and how to achieve it can change the game. Proper golf posture helps achieve a proper ball address and follow-through. Executing stability, strength, flexibility and balance exercises can develop a golfer's posture and improve his swing.
Recumbent Chest-and-Spine Stretch
Perform this stretch for at least five to 10 days to relieve the tightness in your chest, shoulders and lower back that interferes with proper golf posture. Lie on the floor with your legs raised and your knees bent at a 90-degree angle, the For Dummies website instructs. Place your lower legs on a chair or over the side of a bed. Stretch your arms straight out from your sides and bend them 90 degrees at your elbows, lying your arms flat on the floor about even with your head. Relax in this position for three to five minutes as you let your back, spine and shoulders touch the floor.
Cats Down and Up
Repeat this stretch five to 10 times, holding each position for five seconds to increase your hip flexibility and allow for an unencumbered swing from your golf posture. Position yourself on your hands and knees with your spine straight and your eyes facing the ground, trainer Sean Cochran instructs on his website. Arch your back toward the ceiling, then return to your starting position. Arch your back toward the floor while lifting your head toward the ceiling, then return to your starting position.
Bent Knee Hip Extension
Repeat this exercise eight to 15 times to increase the stability and strength of your lower back for proper posture through your golf swing. Lie on the floor, raise your legs, bend your knees 90 degrees, and place both heels onto a chair or bench, the PGA Tour's website instructs. Move your arms out from your sides to support your body while you squeeze your stomach muscles and raise your hips toward the ceiling. Continue raising your hips until they line up with your knees and shoulders. Squeeze your butt muscles and hold for one second before returning to the starting position.
Forearm Push-Up
Repeat this exercise eight to 10 times to increase the strength and stability of your upper back for proper posture during your golf swing, the PGA Tour recommends. Lie on your stomach with your body straight. Place your forearms on the floor with your elbows positioned directly beneath your shoulders. Push your body from the floor, supporting yourself on your elbows and your forearms, without bending your body at the hips or waist.
Address Position Single-Leg Rotations
Perform the following exercise to obtain a properly balanced posture in your golf stance. Stand as though addressing the ball and preparing for the backswing, Cochran instructs. Cross your arms over your chest and raise your right foot behind you while holding your address position. Rotate your right shoulder toward the floor then return to your starting address position. Repeat 10 to 15 time on each foot. When standing on your right foot, rotate the left shoulder toward the floor.
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