Deadlifting is simple but probably most effective way to get your “gym game” back on track, and is probably the best golf exercise to get you super strong too!

Deadlifts are ideal for proper spring time Strength Training Phase; low repetitions (8-10) and heavier weights. We have all seen the various tweets, stories and pictures of Rory McIlroy lifting heavy weights, and that’s what you eventually want.

But words of wisdom first before you hit the gym: cutting the corners and lifting heavier weights without proper base training and other types of golf exercise that build your stability up first you are in danger of injuring yourself and in worst case ruining your whole golf season. So if you haven’t done proper training for a long time, start with easier golf exercises and proceed with small steps into your deadlift routine!

Deadlift, this multitasking master of movement will strengthen your legs, glutes, back, arms, it will also increase your gripping power and it’s amazing exercise for your core as well when performed correctly! Start slowly with your strength training routine with 10-12 repetitions of deadlifts using only the bar to warm up.

Once you are familiar with the movement you can then start adding weight on to the bar for the next 3 sets and lowering the repetitions to 8-10, but only to the point that you are able to comfortably handle the weight with good technique! I can promise you that you will see results on the course and will feel strong too just by adding deadlifts to your golf exercise routine!

Have fun with your deadlifting!

Riikka