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I use dumbells and simulate the disc golf stroke - 3 consecutive sets of big hyzers, straight across flat shots, and then big anhyzers (roller motion). This is surprisingly great for not only your shoulders and forearms, but especially the core and hips, as well as the legs.

daniel wrote:I use dumbells and simulate the disc golf stroke - 3 consecutive sets of big hyzers, straight across flat shots, and then big anhyzers (roller motion). This is surprisingly great for not only your shoulders and forearms, but especially the core and hips, as well as the legs.

I do a similar DG stroke workout with a 5lb free weight........... lay on your side (on a couch or bench) with your throwing arm up and pull the weight off the ground with the same throwing motion. Works the shoulder, forearm and the grip too.

Gary Cyr wrote:also, I don't want to discourage anybody that believe's in stretching. However, there is lots of recent literature that shows stretching provides little value in preventing injuries.

Do as you wish though.

Is there a source for some of the more prevalent literature on this subject Gary?...I'd be interested in reading it Thanks

ekap wrote: I also hate to say it but the opposite sex treats you very different once you get in shape, even if it's your spouse. Believe me.

Ekap gets it innnnnnnn. True statement though. Probably why I do so well in the summer and then fall off once winter comes around. Next year I'm doing sit-ups in the snow. fugggiit.

Andrew McManus wrote:

Gary Cyr wrote:also, I don't want to discourage anybody that believe's in stretching. However, there is lots of recent literature that shows stretching provides little value in preventing injuries.

Do as you wish though.

Is there a source for some of the more prevalent literature on this subject Gary?...I'd be interested in reading it Thanks

I was given some literature to read by both my PCP and Chiro. I also saw a news story on Channel 6 Fox News about a month ago which talked about this. I have never goggled this subject to find more info but I'm sure it would turn up something readable.

The top article from a google search "Is Strecting Beneficial"

http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/11/2 ... tretching/

If no one's said it try yoga....I lost 27 pounds and flexability isn't an issue anymore....and I'm 45...

Bill Bureau wrote:If no one's said it try yoga....I lost 27 pounds and flexability isn't an issue anymore....and I'm 45...

Beat me to this! Vinyasa flow style yoga will work you out (core and all major muscles) plus help with balance, flexibility, and hip opening. Yin yoga, a more meditative style, helps with joints and ligaments. Add this to your other routine(s) and you will be well rounded.

A simple exercise I've been doing is holding a 5lb or more dumbell and slowly bringing it horizontally across the chest, just as you would throw a backhand and then flicking your wrist at the end. Just don't throw it through your windows! After a few reps, I reach back further and start twisting my body also.

good stuff here. especially going in to the winter. anyone have thoughts on the hand grip things you squeeze? figured they would help my snap by strengthening the wrist ...

reverse flies is a great one to add to the above list. Just bend over 90 degree's (okok i see the joke coming), start the dumbells with your arms hanging and lift to each side until level with your torso. Keep knees slightly bent. This works like the back of the shoulder. Ive heard Cable work is great for dg also if you have the machines available.

and yoga. +1.