The number of girls and women participating in all levels of sports has risen greatly in recent years, and the way they play has changed, too. Women’s sports, once dominated by a slow, defensive style, are now played with speed, precision, and power. But with these changes have come increased injuries, and female athletes have… Continue reading Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injuries In Female Athletes
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Women Are Making A Stronger Case
The chilling frost of 6 a.m. on a December morning in Oklahoma doesn`t stir thoughts of golf, or anything other than crawling under the sheets for a few weeks until it warms up. But inside a gym in Norman, Okla., Isabelle Beisiegel is already pushing up 700 pounds on the leg press, just part of… Continue reading Women Are Making A Stronger Case
Top Pros Provide Tips For Women Golfers
1. Marlene Hagge, charter member of the LPGA and 25 time Tour winner “I feel very strongly that women don’t do what men do to create power. Women don’t know how to use their legs. They aren’t used to using their legs in the same way men do. If you just watch a woman stand,… Continue reading Top Pros Provide Tips For Women Golfers
What’s In Her Golf Bag? You May Be Surprised
Here’s a great opportunity to view the clubs and ball selections of the top touring women golf professionals. Is there anything missing in your bag? Annika Sorenstam – LPGA Tour, Ladies European Tour 2004 Safeway International Presented by Coca-Cola Driver: Callaway ERC Fusion 8.5° 4 Wood plus: Callaway Big Bertha 7 Wood: Callaway Big Bertha… Continue reading What’s In Her Golf Bag? You May Be Surprised
Female Factors For Golfers
Each golf athlete brings their own unique qualities to the table, and it’s my job to enhance those qualities that tend to limit their performance. While there are no clear-cut absolutes when it comes to the differences between training guys and gals, there are some pretty strong trends that require some special attention when working… Continue reading Female Factors For Golfers
Common Misconceptions Of Strength Training For Women
Recent studies counter several widely held beliefs that may limit the physiologic and psychological benefits of weight training for women. Myth 1: Strength training causes women to become larger and heavier The truth is, strength training helps reduce body fat and increase lean weight. It also increases your metabolism and allows you to burn calories… Continue reading Common Misconceptions Of Strength Training For Women
Ten Reasons Women Should Lift Weights
Women Do Need Strength Over the last decade, researchers have made extremely compelling arguments for the benefits of weight training for women and those over the age of fifty. Still, the number of women who take this recommendation to heart is still quite low. Most women who exercise are spending most of their gym time… Continue reading Ten Reasons Women Should Lift Weights
Business Women And Golf
Why is golf a good sport for today`s businesswoman? Women often find it difficult to participate in sports due to the demands of a job, family, and the fact that sport activities often require multiple participants. Therefore, a smart woman should select an activity she can do on her own time as well as with… Continue reading Business Women And Golf