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Physical conditioning, including core strength and flexibility, significantly correlates with elite golf performance. These physiological factors are crucial for improving golf skills and should be integrated into training programs for better results.

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Area of Science:

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Biomechanics

Background:

Physical training is essential for elite golfers to maintain high performance and prevent injuries.
Previous research has not extensively reported on the specific relationships between physical conditioning and golf performance metrics.

Purpose of the Study:

To identify physiological correlates of golf performance in elite golfers.
To examine associations under both laboratory and tournament conditions.

Main Methods:

Correlation analysis was used to assess relationships between various physical measures and golf performance indicators.
Physical assessments included body composition, muscle endurance, flexibility, and predicted maximal oxygen uptake (Vo2max).
Golf performance was evaluated through laboratory measures (ball speed, distance) and tournament statistics (score, greens in regulation, putting accuracy).

Main Results:

Significant correlations were found between body mass, height, body mass index, sit height, arm length, and predicted Vo2max with golf measures.
Abdominal muscle endurance showed significant correlations with driver carry distance and putting accuracy after chip shots.
Flexibility (sit and reach) correlated with driver carry distance, 5-iron ball speed and carry distance, and overall score.

Conclusions:

Core strength and stability, flexibility, balance, and peripheral muscle strength are significantly associated with golf performance.
These findings support the inclusion of specific physical training components in golf development and talent identification programs.
Physiological data can inform evidence-based training strategies for elite golfers.