Why Your Golf Game Suffers Without Hip Mobility

abeskaw5
Apr 15
2 min read

Hint: It’s not just about your swing — it’s about how your body moves.

Struggling with consistency in your golf game?

Whether it’s a slice off the tee, low back tightness by hole 9, or a swing that just doesn’t feel smooth…There’s a good chance your hips are holding you back.

At Chippewa Valley Movement, we help golfers fix performance-limiting issues at the source — and hip mobility is one of the most overlooked pieces of the puzzle.

Why Hip Mobility Matters for Golf

Golf is a rotational sport. That rotation should come primarily from your hips and thoracic spine — not your low back. When your hips are stiff or restricted, your body compensates.

Here’s what that looks like in real life:

You swing with your low back instead of your hips
You lose power through your transition
You feel tight, sore, or fatigued after a round
Your follow-through feels cut short or awkward

Over time, this doesn’t just impact your performance — it leads to chronic strain, overuse injuries, and lost distance on the course.

Common Signs of Poor Hip Mobility in Golfers

✅ Limited follow-through

✅ Low back or hamstring tightness after playing

✅ Difficulty loading into your trail hip

✅ Feeling “stuck” or stiff during your swing

✅ Compensation in knees or spine

If that sounds familiar — your hips might be the hidden problem.

How We Assess and Fix Hip Mobility (The Right Way)

At Chippewa Valley Movement, we don’t just hand you stretches and hope for the best.We use movement assessments, strength testing, and DNS-based rehab to figure out why your hips aren’t doing their job.

Here’s what we look at:

🔍 1. Joint & Soft Tissue Restriction

Is the hip capsule or surrounding tissue limiting mobility? We use manual therapy, soft tissue work, and specific mobility drills to address restrictions.

🔍 2. Core & Pelvic Control

Your hips can’t move freely if your core is unstable. We train core control, breathing mechanics, and pelvic alignment to unlock better movement.

🔍 3. Movement Pattern Retraining

Once we improve mobility, we train you to use it properly during golf-specific movement — rotation, weight shift, power generation.

You Don’t Need to Live with Golf-Related Pain or Limitations

Whether you’re a competitive golfer, a weekend warrior, or someone who just wants to enjoy 18 holes without pain, hip mobility is key. It’s not about being more flexible — it’s about moving better, performing better, and staying injury-free.

Ready to Take Your Swing to the Next Level?

We help golfers in Eau Claire, Altoona, Chippewa Falls, and all over the Chippewa Valley move better, feel stronger, and enjoy the game longer.

👉 Click here to request a Free Discovery Visit. Let’s assess your hips, break down your movement, and build a plan to help you play your best golf — without pain holding you back.