By Penny McGuire
You can do these in the car to relieve neck/shoulder tension and headaches and improve focus. Sitting as straight as possible, press the back of your head into the head bolster. Hold for one full breath and on the second exhale gently release. Use your neck muscles only - not your shoulders/chest and abdominals. Slowly move your right ear towards your right shoulder as you move your right shoulder down towards your right hip, while still looking straight ahead out the windscreen. Hold for one full inhale, exhale, inhale and release on the second exhale and repeat on the other side. Do as often as necessary at every stop light!
Something to remember when you play your next game...
It's all about confidence. Have you ever noticed how on the days you're feeling on top of the world you have a great game? Next time, before you go out to play, do a 'confidence check'. Ask yourself: "How am I feeling right now?" and "Do I want to take this attitude onto the course?" Just the recognition and the intention to change your mood is enough to begin a great game!
The Brent Morrison Golf Academy is located at Pheasant Glen Golf Resort, 1025 Qualicum Road, Qualicum Beach, B.C. V9K 1M5. (250) 752-8786. For more information on instruction programs for adults and juniors, contact the Academy office.
