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3 stretching exercises to help you make a better shoulder turn

If you struggle to get a a full shoulder turn in your backswing, you’re not alone.

Two of the biggest mistakes most golfers make when they take the club back are tilting or leaning, according to Mike Hansen of Hansen Fitness for Golf in Irvine.

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“If you can’t turn those shoulders, something bad is going to happen in your golf swing,” he says.

You can say that again.

But if you want to swing more like a Tour pro, watch the video above. Hansen will help you assess your ability to make a full shoulder turn and then provide you with three stretching exercises to help increase your flexibility.

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You can do the exercises at home, at the course or even during your round.

–– Mike Hansen is recognized as one of the original golf fitness coaches. Mike owns and operates Hansen Fitness for Golf, which he founded in 2001. Hansen Fitness for Golf specializes in training golfers of all abilities, from beginners to seasoned professional tour players. For more information, call (949) 251-0533.

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