When golfers walk through our doors—whether they’re in pain, stuck in their game, or chasing more distance—they almost always ask the same thing:
“When can I start training for power again?”
We get it. Every golfer wants more clubhead speed, more ball speed, and more distance. But here’s the truth: power training doesn’t come first—it comes last.
And that’s actually a good thing. This step-by-step process is what sets you up to succeed.
As SFMA (Selective Functional Movement Assessment) and Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) medical providers, we take a unique approach to helping golfers.
We don’t just look at where your pain is or how your swing looks—we figure out why your body is moving that way.
That’s how we connect the dots between rehab and performance—so you don’t just feel better… you play better.
Phase 1: Repair
If you’re in pain—maybe it’s low back tightness after a round, elbow pain on your downswing, or hip stiffness at your finish—this is the time to fix how your body moves.
Golf needs a balance of mobility, control, and sequencing. Pain is your body’s way of saying something isn’t working right.
We start by helping your body move better. This means focusing on quality over quantity—things like thoracic (mid-back) mobility, glute activation, core stability, and breathing mechanics.
The goal here is simple: get you out of pain and into stronger, safer positions to set the stage for what’s next.
Phase 2: Restore
Once you’re pain-free and moving well, we start building strength.
But this isn’t about generic gym exercises—it’s strength that’s specific to golf.
We work on how your spine stabilizes, how your hips fire in the downswing, and how your body transfers energy from the ground up to the clubhead.
This stage includes squats, hinges, pulls, rotary strength drills, and single-leg work to mimic golf movements. Now that you’re moving better, we can safely add load to these patterns with a clear purpose.
We’ll also start testing your capacity:
- Can you keep good form when you’re tired?
- Can your body stay connected under load?
This is the groundwork for building real power.
Phase 3: Reclaim
This is the stage you’ve been waiting for—power training!
But here’s the thing: power isn’t about throwing in random explosive moves. Power is Strength x Speed. Now that we’ve built both separately, we can safely combine them.
As TPI Medical providers, we understand that powerful swings start from the ground up. We’ll make sure your body transfers energy smoothly through the whole chain—from your feet and hips, to your trunk, to your hands.
If there’s a “leak” in that chain—like poor hip rotation or weak core control—you’re leaving distance on the table.
This phase includes:
- Medicine ball throws
- Speed training
- Advanced rotary drills
We’ll train your explosiveness, coordination, and nervous system while keeping movements clean and pain-free. The goal isn’t justto swing harder—it’s to swing smarter and faster, with less effort and more carry distance.
Final Thoughts
Power training isn’t a shortcut. It’s the destination.
When you take the time to move through each phase—Repair, Restore, and Reclaim—you don’t just get more speed. You build a body that’s strong, athletic, and confident.
That’s why our mission is to help golfers move freely and unlock their untapped potential. We don’t just rehab golfers—we help them evolve. Because at the end of the day, we’re here to show you what your body is truly capable of—on and off the course.
Dr. Ryan A. DiPrimo
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