Fitness & Warm-Up · Tip
Warm Up in the Right Order
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Good players warm up in a set order. Body first, then short clubs, then long ones, then the short game. You can copy that even with less time. Move your body first. Start with wedges so you warm up slowly. Build up through the bag. Hit a few with the club you'll use on the first tee. Save time for chipping and putting. End with short putts so you walk to the tee confident.
Step by step
- Start with mobility moves.
- Wedges first, then longer clubs.
- Hit your first-tee club.
- Chip and putt to feel the greens.
- Finish with short putts.
Why it works
Your muscles and joints need to move through a fuller range before you swing hard. Short clubs have a shorter swing and lower speed, so they let you build tempo and rhythm before you add speed. Working up through the bag keeps each step a small increase in effort and length. Chipping and putting last gives you a feel for the greens that is fresh when you reach the first tee.
Common mistakes
- You start by hitting driver with a cold body.Spend the first few minutes on mobility moves, then hit wedges at a smooth pace.
- You use every ball on full swings and run out of time for the short game.Set a limit on full swings first, and keep time for chipping and putting.
- You skip the first-tee club and the short putts.Hit a few shots with the club you will use on the first tee, and finish with short putts you can make.
How you'll know it's working
- Your first few wedge shots feel smooth and your contact is solid, not thin or heavy.
- Your tempo stays the same as you move to longer clubs.
- You walk to the first tee with a clear shot in mind and no rushed feeling.
Make it easier or harder
Easier: Shorten the routine to a few mobility moves, a handful of wedges, your first-tee club, and a few short putts.
Harder: Add a specific target for each club and play a few practice holes in your head, picking a shot and a target for each one.
Common questions
How long should a golf warm-up take?
With 30 minutes or more you can cover every step in order. With less time, shorten each step but keep the same order.
Should I hit driver on the range before a round?
Yes, if you plan to use it on the first tee. Hit it after you have warmed up with wedges and mid-irons, and only a few times.
