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• Questions & Answers
• Info on Dr. Reichardt and Golf Health
• Review Staff and Advisors
• Golf Health Press Kit
• Testimonials from Tour Players and Amateurs

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"I drive it farther than ever. And I used to be the longest driver in the world. I used to have to kill it to carry 275. Now I carry it 300 with slower club speed."

1. How can Golf-Health help me lower my scores?
2. I feel mentally and physically tired after two hours of golf especially when I walk the course! What can I do to increase my endurance?
3. “Golf-Painfree” Recommends stretching and exercises for golfers. Why is that?
4. Why is it important to do on course stretching?
5. Why is tension so bad for golf?

1. How can Golf-Health help me lower my scores? I am not in a lot of pain.
   
   Health is not merely the absence of pain, rather it is the feeling of well being: physically, mentally, and emotionally. Going out on the course, feeling good, strong, and balanced does wonders for your confidence. Just knowing that you will play well will make you more relaxed and let you enjoy your day more.
   
   
2. I feel mentally and physically tired after two hours of golf especially when I walk the course! What can I do to increase my endurance?
   
   Most golfers don’t think about stamina. But when you get tired and weak you will not be able to swing the same way you did two hours earlier. Start a walking, cycling, yoga, tai chi or other exercise program that gets your heart rate up for at least twenty minutes. This will increase your endurance. Also look at your food intake on and off the course – are you perhaps running out of "juice?" When and what did you eat or drink last? Check out the Nutrition segment of this web site.
   
   
3. “Pain-Free Golf” Recommends stretching and exercises for golfers. Why is that?
   
   During the golf swing our body moves at a speed of up to 100 mph. This fast, explosive motion on a repetitive basis, say around 160-200 times (striking the balls 90 times plus practice swings) over a four-hour period of time needs pliable, resilient muscle and ligaments. Some of the excercise tools in the BODY section will be the right ones for you.
   
   
4. Why is it important to do on-course stretching?
   
   In Golf, muscles work in quick short bursts of long-range motion at high speeds. The perfect scenario to get hurt. Stretching during a game keeps them warm and supple for your next shot.
   
   Our 5 Minutes to Better Golf Cards is the perfect reminder that fits neatly into your golf bag.
   
   
5. Why is tension so bad for golf?
   
   The old golf expression “tight is right” about a chronic “slice” still holds true. Tension adversely effects free movement. When you hit golf balls with a relaxed swing the movement just flows. When you try to muscle it or are tight, you get in the way of your own golf swing. A smooth, tension free golf swing helps to bring the club head square at the time of impact, with less effort and less pain.

For information about your Golf Health, e-mail:
drreichardt@golf-health.com

Christian H. Reichardt, DC, CCSP, has been a practicing doctor of chiropractic since 1983. He was a disability evaluator for the State of California, but then turned his attention from work-related injuries to sports injuries due to his own involvement in sports.

He became one of the first Certified Chiropractic Sports Physicians in the U.S.A. in 1986, as well as a Diplomat of the American Academy of Pain Management.

His practice in Santa Monica, California draws a large clientele of Hollywood celebrities, as well as professional and amateur athletes. He has worked with a number of US Olympic Team members and Golf professionals. In addition, he served as a staff- doctor for the 3 on 3 “Hoop It Up” basketball series. Working with this caliber of athletes for over 18 years, Dr. Reichardt is uniquely positioned to understand the golfer's needs and athletic requirements.

Certification

American Chiropractic Association
California Chiropractic Association
Council of Sports Injuries and Physical Fitness
Member, Golf 20/20
Member, International Network of Golf, ING
President Advisory Board, Sportscare International
Board Member of the Urban Youth Golf Program
Member USGFA, Instructor
PGA Tour Partners Club
Advisory Board, International ClubFitters Association
Advisory Board, Golf Fitness Magazine

In alphabetical order:

• Amy Alcott, LPGA
• Keith Randall Ball
• Dr. Charles Ball
• Jim Dunn, PGA
• Dr. Christian Reichardt
• Dr. David Wurzer, PGA

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Testimonials of Professionals

"After playing the LPGA tour for 10 years and living what I thought was a healthy lifestyle that included working out, eating right, etc., I was still forced to leave due to serious injury. I struggled for the next few years looking for ways to regain my health so I could live a normal lifestyle without pain. Thanks to Dr. Christian Reichardt, who gave me a great evaluation with specific exercises to do, I now not only live a pain-free lifestyle but I play golf, something which I thought I would never do again. I only wish I would have found him sooner."
– Deborah Vidal, Former LPGA player

"Dr. Reichardt's program provided me with priceless information."
– Jeff Anderson, Golden State Tour (1989-1993), Southern California Open (1992), Sierra Nevada Open (1992)

Testimonials of School Participants

"I felt great after the exercises. After the exercises you taught me, I felt a lot more relaxed and a lot more fluid."
– Michael Faye, April 1, 2001

"It seemed that the exercises elongate my body all over and they stretched me all out. I could really feel what you talked about the X-factor."
– Carol Schmidt, April 1, 2001

"I have a lower back problem and the exercises helped a lot. I had a much more fluid swing after the exercises."
– Dave Gonzales, April 1, 2001

"After the exercise program I had a better range of motion and better twisting in my upper body."
– Max Liphart, April 1, 2001

"The exercises loosened me up and made me feel lot more relaxed and not as ridged as before. The golf swing felt more natural and easier without even thinking about it after the program."
– Ben Davis, April 1, 2001, Former professional basketball player Walsh University in Kent, Ohio and London, England

"Christian, thanks to your "Pain-Free Golf" and my daughter (Kirsten Getchell), who referred me to you, I am pain free on the golf course (as long as I continue my stretching). Thanks again, your book continues to be within reach at all times."
– Jim Getchell, June, 2004

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