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<\/p>\nDr. Troy Van Biezen Shows You How to Start 2026 with Better Balance, Mobility, Stability, Strength, and Power<\/p>\n
In the evolving world of golf, physical preparation has become as crucial as the swing itself. Yet, for many, the path to improved golf fitness is riddled with misconceptions. Dr. Troy Van Biezen, Performance Coach to World No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler and GolfForever Director of Performance, emphasizes that a truly effective program goes beyond simply hitting the gym or endless stretching. It\u2019s about achieving a dynamic balance of mobility, stability, strength, and power, tailored to the individual.<\/p>\n
\u201cA comprehensive approach to golf fitness, focusing on mobility, stability, strength, and power development, rather than solely emphasizing flexibility or weight training\u201d is Van Biezen\u2019s mantra. He cautions against common pitfalls, such as \u201covertraining certain muscle groups or neglecting essential movement patterns, which can lead to imbalances and increased injury risk.\u201d The golf swing, by its very nature, is a one-sided, repetitive movement that can create significant asymmetries in the body. Ignoring these imbalances is a direct invitation to injury.<\/p>\n
When he first begins working with clients he initiates them with a \u201cmobility-stability foundation,\u201d ensuring they\u2019re able to properly execute new ranges of motion before progressing to strength and power. This foundation, he stresses, \u201cdoes not go away, that stays with you the entire time.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
A prime example of imbalance is seen in many female golfers. Van Biezen observes, \u201cThey\u2019re very flexible, but not very stable.\u201d For these athletes, his training programs prioritize stability. Conversely, \u201cThe male side of it is, it\u2019s the complete opposite. Most guys are pretty stable, but don\u2019t have a lot of flexibility.\u201d This highlights the critical need for personalized programs, which is the philosophy behind the GolfForever app. The app uses an AI-fueled assessment module designed to meet golfers wherever they are in their physical capabilities and develop a simple-to-follow individualized workout plan that tracks each user\u2019s progress and employs motivational tools to keep them on the path to more free and intentional movement that will make them feel better and, ultimately, play better golf.<\/p>\n
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Anyone can visit GolfForever\u2019s website and take the initial assessment:<\/p>\n
https:\/\/golfforever.com\/assessment<\/a><\/p>\n \u201cWe want to know, what are your imbalances? What are your weaknesses? What are your limitations? What are your power leaks?\u201d he explains. Just as a technician diagnoses an engine problem before fixing it, Van Biezen believes in a thorough assessment of the human body. This diagnostic approach prevents the \u201cone-size-fits-all\u201d trap that can actually exacerbate problems, as he vividly illustrated with the case of a top collegiate female golfer.\u00a0<\/p>\n This athlete, experiencing debilitating hip pain, was relentlessly stretched by her college program. Van Biezen\u2019s assessment revealed her left hip had an astounding 78 degrees of internal rotation (normal is 45), indicating excessive flexibility and zero stability. \u201cHer career, if she didn\u2019t come to my office, would have been over,\u201d he states, underscoring the dangers of misdirected training.<\/p>\n For elite golfers like Scottie Scheffler, the focus shifts more towards strength and power, aligning with the modern game\u2019s emphasis on speed, noting balance work is always imperative. However, he skips heavylifting movements like the bench press to prioritize rotational movements that engage the entire kinetic chain and generate speed.\u00a0<\/p>\n Here\u2019s a WORKOUT VIDEO<\/a> featured on the GolfForever app that helps promote better rotation throughout the golf swing<\/a>.<\/p>\n Van Biezen also expresses concern over the trend of \u201cintense Olympic lifting\u201d seen on social media among college and even professional golfers. \u201cThat\u2019s what keeps my sports clinic in business,\u201d he quips, indicating the injury potential.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n For older golfers, particularly those eyeing retirement and a more active golf life, the emphasis shifts back to restoring fundamental movement patterns and flexibility. Many in this demographic have spent decades in sedentary jobs, leading to poor posture and restricted movement. \u201cNow you can\u2019t even swing a club. You can\u2019t play nine holes because you\u2019re in so much pain,\u201d he observes. Simple stretches targeting the shoulders, mid-back, and hips are crucial to keeping one\u2019s body in optimal golfing condition.<\/p>\n
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