For nearly two decades, I was a competitive runner from all distances -- the 5K to the marathon. Toward the last few years as a runner, I really got into golf. With age, increased mileage, and a number of other factors, my back was severely damaged and required two epidurals to treat herniated discs.
Every time I would return to running, I would end up getting re-injured when I reached a certain mileage. I started going to the gym and became hooked on weightlifting and bodybuilding.
I have gone from 145/150 pounds when marathoning to 210 when weight training. The change in my body and overall size has really affected my golf game -- both in positive and negative ways. I've lost a lot of flexibility, and I find that I'm struggling with my woods and driver, but absolutely nailing my irons and wedges.
I posted a topic about the right elbow in another discussion, but I'm finding that with my change in body type that I'm going to have to make some adjustments to my game.
I was just wondering if any of you have experienced the same (or similar) thing when incorporating weight training into your wellness routine.
Thanks.
