Trunk rotation and weight transfer patterns between skilled and low skilled golfers

(Muster der Oberkörperrotation und Gewichtsverlagerung bei Golfspielern mit unterschiedlichem Fertigkeitsniveau)

The purpose of this study was to examine trunk rotational patterns and weight transfer patterns that may differentiate swing skill level in golfers. Thirteen skilled golfers (mean handicap = 0.8 ± 2.6) and seventeen low skilled golfers (mean handicap = 30.8 ± 5.5) participated in this study. Kinematic and kinetic data were obtained through high-speed 3-D videography and force plates while the participant performed a full shot golf swing with a driver. Data at six temporal events during the swing were selected for the analysis. The results indicated that significant differences existed between the groups in the multiple events, as the skilled golfers showed the following motion patterns when compared to the low skilled golfers; 1) An earlier trunk horizontal rotation with a rapid weight transfer to the trail foot during the backswing; 2) An earlier pelvic horizontal rotation accompanied with an earlier weight transfer to the lead foot during the downswing motion; and 3) Less upper trunk horizontal rotation and more posterior pelvic rotation at the follow through. Collectively, these finding may be useful for instruction of golfers to improve their swing mechanics on a full shot golf swing.
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Schlagworte: Golf Technik Analyse Biomechanik Bewegungskoordination Bewegungsgenauigkeit Bewegungsfertigkeit
Notationen: Trainingswissenschaft technische Sportarten
Veröffentlicht in: Journal of Sports Science & Medicine
Veröffentlicht: 2010
Jahrgang: 9
Heft: 1
Seiten: 127-133
Dokumentenarten: Artikel
Sprache: Englisch
Level: hoch