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DRILL OVERVIEW
Finger Stretch Golf Warm-Up Drill: Link, Reach and Release
Your drill at a glance
This drill is from the Golf Practice Made Fun App.
Step 1. Watch the linked-hand reach
The demonstration starts at 1:32. Watch how the fingers link in front of the body before the hands rise overhead.
Step 2. Link gently and reach comfortably
Stand with your feet comfortably apart. Interlock the fingers loosely with the hands in front and palms facing down, as shown. Keep your grip light rather than pressing the fingers together.
Raise your hands slowly, allowing the palms to turn upwards as you reach. Keep your head upright and your back comfortable. Stop at a height you can manage without forcing the shoulders or fingers.
Pause briefly, then lower the hands smoothly to the starting position and release the fingers. Let the hands relax before linking them again. One reach-and-return cycle is one repetition.
| Movement | What to do |
|---|---|
| 1. Link lightly | Join the fingers in front without squeezing or forcing the hands. |
| 2. Reach slowly | Raise the hands only as high as comfortable, keeping the head upright. |
| 3. Lower and release | Return smoothly and let the fingers relax before repeating. |
What to watch for
| What you notice | What to try |
|---|---|
| Squeezing the linked fingers | Loosen the connection and keep the movement gentle. |
| Leaning backwards to reach higher | Reduce the height and return to an easy upright stance. |
| Shoulders or hands feel uncomfortable | Lower the reach or release the hands. Do not force an overhead position. |
Keep breathing comfortably and avoid bouncing. Stop if the movement causes pain.
Step 3. Complete your round
What to do
Complete 18 gentle reach-and-return repetitions. Link the fingers, reach comfortably, lower the hands and release. That whole cycle earns one tick, rather than one for each hand or finger.
Use three sets of six, resting briefly between sets if needed. Keep the same easy range from the first repetition to the last. A long hold or a higher reach is not needed to earn a tick.
| Score | When to award it |
|---|---|
| 1 point | You complete the shot, routine or movement described above. |
| 0 points | You do not complete the attempt. |
George’s Conclusion
I like a warm-up that starts with a light touch rather than a tight grip. Link the fingers gently, choose an easy reach and release between repetitions. Keep all 18 as comfortable as the first.
Try the Triceps Stretch Golf Warm-Up Drill or the Wrist Strengthening Drill for another movement to explore. Browse more golf fitness drills.
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