Improving Your Balance When Playing Golf

1. Having optimum balance depends on three things:
   
   
2. How you see things
   
   
3. Inner ear signals

• When your head position changes, your balance can be thrown off. Of course,this is a wonderful reason for you to keep your head still when you are swinging.
  
  
• If you suffer from migraines, this can add to balance problems. If you have chronic migraines then you need to consult your physician. Migraines can cause difficulties to your golf game that you have never thought of.
  
  
• You should also review any medications that you are taking to see if any of them have side-effects which may affect your balance. Common side-effects of medicines are usually listed in the package, and you will probably also wish to discuss the issue with your doctor or pharmacist.
  
  
• If you start to feel dizzy, then it is best to consult a physician immediately. Dizziness can sometimes become a lifelong problem, so you need to get help as soon as possible.

• Kick a ball around your backyard with your kids.
  
  
• Set up an obstacle course to weave in and out of or have your kids set one up for you!
  
  
• A balance board can also help you improve your sense of balance. Affordable boards can be found on eBay! or other auction sites. Once you get one, you might be surprised at how fun and challenging using a balance board can be!
  
  
• Flexibility training can also help increase your balance by releasing muscle tension also. Simple yoga stretches to loosen up tight muscles are also a good thing to try.
  
  
• A yoga ball or exercise ball is another great tool to try. Sitting on the ball takes balance and concentration. Try one for part of the day and then work up gradually until you can sit on it for 30 minutes. Ball exercises are great for developing proper posture, back mobility, and body core strength.