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Mobility
Spinal Release
Relaxed spinal release position that lets the back muscles let go, restoring easy motion after loading or long sitting.
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Why it matters for golf
A spine that holds tension rotates poorly. This release position gives the spinal muscles time to relax and let the segments settle. Use it after heavy loading, long car rides, or a full day standing over the ball.
Coaching cues
- Settle into the position and let everything go heavy.
- Breathe slow and low. Long exhales.
- Stay at least thirty seconds to a minute.
- Come out slow.
Common faults
- Holding tension and calling it a stretch.
- Shallow chest breathing.
- Leaving before the muscles actually release.