Heath 101: Fit at 50

It's time to break out of that old shell and get on the road to a better body and swing 

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Medicine ball

This six-pounder from First Place Elite is $40.
 
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Stretching pole

Randy Myers' versatile stretcher is $50.
 
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Physio ball

A 55-centimeter ball from Perform Better is $25.
 
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TEST YOURSELF: CAN YOU DO THIS?


Illustrations By Jason Lee
The supine lat test checks your shoulder flexibility. You should be able to lie flat on your back, feet elevated and flat against a wall, and then bring your arms down behind your head and rest them on the ground. If you can't, then you likely have trouble staying in your address posture as you swing.
 
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OR ANY OF THESE?

PELVIC ROTATION
Tests if you can move the lower body independently of the upper body, a key for a proper downswing. While keeping your upper body still, try to turn your hips from side to side like you're doing the twist.
 

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November 21, 2009

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