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Why Stretching Isn't Enough for Golfers

Yoga for Golf® Podcast

Release Date: 01/15/2026

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Yoga for Golf® Podcast

Previously, we talked about why flexibility alone isn’t enough for golfers. In this episode, we take the next step and break down one of the most misunderstood concepts in golf fitness: mobility vs stability. You’ll learn what mobility and stability actually mean, how they show up in your golf swing, and why having more range of motion doesn’t automatically lead to better performance—or fewer injuries. We’ll also connect the dots to strength and balance, and explain why these elements are essential for controlling movement, generating power, and swinging more consistently. Inside...

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Yoga for Golf® Podcast

Stretching is often the go-to for golfers looking to warm up, loosen tight muscles, or prevent injuries—but stretching alone isn’t enough to support a strong, consistent golf swing. In this episode of the Yoga for Golf® Podcast, we break down why passive stretching falls short and what your body actually needs to move better on the course. We talk about the difference between stretching and mobility, how strength and control through range of motion matter, and why golfers need more than just flexibility to improve performance and longevity. If your pre-round routine is mostly...

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Welcome to the Yoga for Golf® Podcast! In this first episode, we discuss why yoga and Pilates are so good for golfers—and why you should forget anything you've previously thought about them. We break down some common myths and misconceptions, address common reasons golfers hesitate to try them, and look at why it's about so much more than flexibility. Whether you’re brand new to yoga and Pilates or still on the fence, this episode will help you understand how they fit into your golf training—and why it’s about improving how you move, not becoming the most flexible person in the room....

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Welcome to the Yoga for Golf® Podcast! In this short trailer, host Lauren McMillin—founder of YoGolf Performance—shares what this podcast is all about, who it’s for, and how yoga and Pilates can support better movement, performance, and longevity for golfers. This show is designed for golfers who want to: Move better and feel better in their bodies Improve flexibility, balance, rotation, and strength Reduce aches, pain, and stiffness that interfere with their swing Support their golf game with smarter, more intentional movement Whether you’re brand new to yoga or Pilates or...

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Stretching is often the go-to for golfers looking to warm up, loosen tight muscles, or prevent injuries—but stretching alone isn’t enough to support a strong, consistent golf swing.

In this episode of the Yoga for Golf® Podcast, we break down why passive stretching falls short and what your body actually needs to move better on the course. We talk about the difference between stretching and mobility, how strength and control through range of motion matter, and why golfers need more than just flexibility to improve performance and longevity.

If your pre-round routine is mostly stretching—or if you feel “loose” but still unstable, restricted, or inconsistent—this episode will help you rethink how you prepare your body for golf and what to add to your routine for better results.

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