What are your golfing resolutions for 2025? Common ones – the most obvious ones, in fact – include playing and practising more, both of which we’re not going to knock. However, if you’re determined to play better golf in 2025 and you want to commit to something that can make a real difference, we do recommend a few simple exercises.
Don’t be turned off by the ‘E word’. What we’re about to share doesn’t require you to spend money on a gym membership or turn your working week upside down to accommodate a rigorous workout schedule.
These short and simple exercises can be done in the comfort of your own home and can help you hit your longest drive, increase your flexibility and more.
Up for it? Good, because these five moves won’t just help you improve your golf and shoot lower scores – they’ll make you feel fitter and stronger every single day.
Jamie Greaves
Jamie Greaves is a strength and conditioning coach and an avid golfer. He played college golf in America, where he reached a handicap of +2. Whilst playing in the States, Jamie discovered a love for fitness and how proper training can positively influence your golf game. Now TPI Fitness Level 3 Certified, Jamie has his own studio at Northampton Golf Club.
1 ‘WALL REACH’
The ‘wall reach’ will help you make a bigger turn in the swing
This is a good exercise to start with. Begin with one hand pressed up against the wall (as above). Ideally, you want this hand to be nice and high so you can make a good stretch through your side.
With your other arm, reach through and up as much as you can. It’s important that you hold this position for a good few seconds before releasing and returning to the start position. Make sure that you keep your hips stable; they are going to rotate a touch but the intent should be to create that rotation from the upper body.
Try to reach through and up as much as you can
As you do this you’re going to get some good rotation through your spine, as well as extension and side bend. In addition, this exercise works the shoulders, which is all good for the golf swing.
If you’re someone who spends a lot of time sitting at a desk, make sure you incorporate this move into your daily exercise routine as it’s going to help you open up the upper…
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