Get fit with a round of golf
Golf is often perceived as a hobby more widely associated with men, but taking this approach could mean that women are missing out on a great way to get fit.
According to the English Golf Union, some 78 per cent of golf clubs are actively seeking new adult female members, so now could be a good time to pick up some clubs and head to the fairway.
Golf in general is gaining popularity thanks to the fact that a range of competitions are now televised, encouraging armchair fans to give it a go!
What's more, it could be easier to get into than a lot of other sports, as golf does not involve a lot of training once the basics are mastered - players can practice on their own to improve their swing.
And if you don't fancy walking around an entire golf course or just want to give golf a go, your local driving range is a great, cheaper way to hit a few balls. You can easily find your nearest driving range at Golfrangefinder.co.uk
So, why is golf so good for improving fitness levels? For a start, if you do play on an 18-hole course, you'll be walking between six and seven kilometres. This means you can achieve similar results in terms of cardio-vascular activity as you would on a country walk.
However, there is also all that swinging to think about too. Professional golfer James Day recently told the Telegraph that golf can strengthen your core and give you more power in your upper and lower body without making you too muscly.
“Golf is all about balance and flexibility. Plus it's good to work on your back, hips and hamstrings in any case, as it will stop you having problems later,” he explained.
To get started, you'll just need to master the few basic rules of the sport, including what to do when the ball is in motion and when it's in a water hazard. You can find these on GetintoGolf.com, along with plenty of other useful tips to read over. If you don’t already have access to equipment you can always pick up a bargain online or why not try your local car boot sale?
The scoring system is also worth a look - remember you'll be trying to get your numbers lower rather than higher!
Once you've done all this, all you have to consider is which local course you want to play at and you can be away. Of course, you may wish to consider treating yourself to a few new outfits too, as golf fashions are getting really quite stylish these days!
According to the English Golf Union, some 78 per cent of golf clubs are actively seeking new adult female members, so now could be a good time to pick up some clubs and head to the fairway.
Golf in general is gaining popularity thanks to the fact that a range of competitions are now televised, encouraging armchair fans to give it a go!
What's more, it could be easier to get into than a lot of other sports, as golf does not involve a lot of training once the basics are mastered - players can practice on their own to improve their swing.
And if you don't fancy walking around an entire golf course or just want to give golf a go, your local driving range is a great, cheaper way to hit a few balls. You can easily find your nearest driving range at Golfrangefinder.co.uk
So, why is golf so good for improving fitness levels? For a start, if you do play on an 18-hole course, you'll be walking between six and seven kilometres. This means you can achieve similar results in terms of cardio-vascular activity as you would on a country walk.
However, there is also all that swinging to think about too. Professional golfer James Day recently told the Telegraph that golf can strengthen your core and give you more power in your upper and lower body without making you too muscly.
“Golf is all about balance and flexibility. Plus it's good to work on your back, hips and hamstrings in any case, as it will stop you having problems later,” he explained.
To get started, you'll just need to master the few basic rules of the sport, including what to do when the ball is in motion and when it's in a water hazard. You can find these on GetintoGolf.com, along with plenty of other useful tips to read over. If you don’t already have access to equipment you can always pick up a bargain online or why not try your local car boot sale?
The scoring system is also worth a look - remember you'll be trying to get your numbers lower rather than higher!
Once you've done all this, all you have to consider is which local course you want to play at and you can be away. Of course, you may wish to consider treating yourself to a few new outfits too, as golf fashions are getting really quite stylish these days!
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