What kind of distance are we talking about?
I understand the recovery issue, but let's talk about golf for a minute.
Lynn is in the same age group and Vickie can probably affirm that he isn't doing the same kind of strength workouts you are.
Is the disc limiting distance?
I think Bagger may be on to something with the disc. I think it is harder to push up out of the ground with the feet, with the disc problem. This is going to cost you some distance.
Also, strength, at least a certain kind of strength does not always equate to distance. The kind of strength that goes along with speed is the one that has to do with distance.
Tom Kite is a good example of a guy that is around your age, but is hitting the ball long, probably longer than when he won the U.S. Open(some due to technology). It would be interesting to find out what kind of workout he does.
Bagger,
I'm probably 5 yds. shorter with my driver in carry distance over the last two years. Two years ago, a good solid hit would carry about 245...now it is probably 240... irons are probably down about 5 yds. too. The disk isn't the problem, I think some of it is speed... some of it is changing to hitting, adn some of it is getting too damn old, although that is better than the alternative. My index was between 1.2 and 3 in '04 with my fairly crummy swing... I went to see Ted in 2/05 and I switched to hitting and I've naturally had some issues making a big change. This year my index was 2.4 at the low (and that was March )and 4.9 now....but that isn't going to stay like that. I'm committed.. and I expect to do better in '06 I'm going to see Ted in a few weeks ago to work out some bumps..
Lagster,
If I had Kite's talent I wouldn't be complaining about getting old.
There is nothing to add to Baggers post. It was devine. The only contribution I can make is that even though the disc problem may seem not to be a problem, the depression of the vertebrae is. As the disc deteriorates you loose the space between the vertebrae which means you loose mobility in every direction. The only way to decompress your vertebrae is to have proper and significant muscle tensions that allow for your body to turn and bend and twist in full range of motion. Pain is not the only deterrant to function so get your strength program sound. Pay more attention to re-learning an ability to move your extremities without impacting the core. This strengthens the core muscles ability to maintain a neutral spine with maximal capability. This is often counterintuitive for many people. Make sure you have the same function on your left as your right even though your game will require a one sided preference. This allows your body to recover to neutrality between shots instead of permeating your tension to an imbalanced posture.
Alignment is the secret to a free flowing body in life and in golf. Don't let your age determine your expectations of your body.Let your health and your function determine the work you need to accomplish your goals.
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