Golf/Rules

Training Rules

7 rules (0 hard, 7 soft)

Evidence-based constraints that guide workout generation. Hard rules are never broken; soft rules can be adjusted for experienced athletes.

Training

Soft

Include bilateral rotation work to balance swing asymmetry

Thousands of swings in one direction creates muscular imbalances and injury risk

Soft

Include mobility work in every training week

Mobility is the foundation - can't strengthen ranges you can't access

Soft

Include anti-rotation core work alongside rotational power

Power without control increases injury risk and reduces consistency

Soft

Include hip mobility and glute activation in every training week

Hips are the primary power source - restricted hips = compensatory back stress

Soft

Include thoracic spine mobility work weekly

T-spine rotation enables X-factor and protects lower back

Soft

Include forearm and wrist work for grip health

Prevents golfer's elbow and maintains grip endurance

Scheduling

Soft

No heavy strength training within 48 hours of competitive round

Fatigue affects feel, timing, and clubhead speed