Most people that play golf are unaware that the average man's handicap is sixteen and the average woman's handicap is twenty eight. Given the improvements made in golf technology over that last couple of decades, it's amazing these statistics have not changed in twenty years. Although golf technology has had an impact on the game at the professional level, statistics prove technology is a red herring for amateur golfing enthusiasts.
Fitness in golf is the reason handicaps haven't changed in twenty years for both sexes, technology notwithstanding. Just as in any sport, fitness is the key to success with golf. Reducing handicaps to single digits will not happen by purchasing the latest golf technology with improvements happening only by concentrating on increasing levels of fitness and improving skill levels. Once golfers begin becoming more fit, not only do they see the results in their bodies helping to improve their game, they also increase their metal awareness of the game.
Extreme mobility through increased flexibility can have a major impact on a golfers swing. The golf swing is a wide ranging motion that requires a certain level of flexibility and by concentrating on flexibility, lower handicaps can be attained. Hip rotation is another very important part of the golf swing which can also be improved through a golf fitness program.
A lean and fit golfer will perform better than a overweight out of shape golfer on any given day. They have more strength and higher energy levels since they have conditioned themselves for the game of golf. Most golfers would love to increase their drive by twenty to thirty yards with most spending money on the latest golf technology. However, they already have the tools to increase their drive and improve their overall game by utilizing the one resource they were born with - their body!