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3 Ways to Stay Ready For Golf in the Offseason

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The winter can be a difficult time for golfers, especially for those in the midwest and out east. 
Once the snow hits, we know we won’t be playing golf for a while. But I want to encourage you to stay active in the offseason to be ready once the weather improves. Here are three things you can do during the cold months to make sure that your body and mind are ready for spring.
1) Improve Your Physical Fitness
  • I recently went through a TPI assessment and it helped me understand my body’s flexibility, mobility and strength. It gave me a road map of what exercises to do this winter to be more prepared for when I can play golf again. 
2) Continue to Make Improvements to Your Swing & Mind
  • This is as simple as reading a book on golf philosophy and the mental side of golf or getting instruction during the offseason. There are plenty of PGA Professionals like myself who continue to give instruction indoors when the bad weather hits. Indoor teaching is a great way for you to continue the momentum and not skip a beat. 
  • Online virtual golf instruction is also a great way to improve your game from the comfort of your own home. 
3) Stay Active
  • Go for a walk, play golf at a simulator or enjoy some outdoor winter activities like snowshoeing or skiing. Anything that gets your body active and keeps you in a routine will strengthen your body for golf’s return.

Andre R. Pillow

Blythefield Country Club

Belmont, MI

Andre R. Pillow is the founder of DNA Golf Instruction, and the Director of Instruction at Blythefield Country Club. He’s been a Class A PGA Professional since 2014, and has over 20 years for experience in the golf industry. His philosophy