Effects of Whole-Body Electromyostimulation on Golf Performance

Effects of 16 Weeks of Whole-Body Electromyostimulation on Stability, Strength and Golf Performance in Amateur Golfers - A Randomized Controlled Study

Golf is becoming increasingly popular in Germany. However, the biomechanical and motor challenge of golf should not be underestimated. Nevertheless, only very few amateur golfers carry out serious preparation and conditioning as part of a strength/stabilization program. The main argument for this limitation is the aspect of "limited time resources". A solution to this problem could therefore be the time-effective and highly individualizable whole-body electromyostimulation (WB-EMS) technology. The aim of the present study is to evaluate the effectiveness of 16 weeks of WB-EMSapplication on maximum strength of the lower extremities, trunk stability and (golf) handicap in male amateur golfers in a (randomized) controlled setting.

Inclusion Criteria:

• golf amateurs with a history if golf > 2 years
• no WB-EMS application during the last 12 months

Exclusion Criteria:

• contraindications for WB-EMS (in doubt assessment by study physician)
• contraindications for MRI (in doubt assessment by study physician)
• resistance exercise training for more one 60 min/week during the last 12 months
• expected absence of more than one week during the intervention period (WB-EMS)