SynthesisSports medicine (Auckland, N.Z.)2024
Associations Between Physical Characteristics and Golf Clubhead Speed: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis.
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8 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.
- Effects of Physical Training Interventions on Golf Shot Performance: A Systematic Review with Meta-analysis.Sports medicine (Auckland, N.Z.) · 2026Pooled it
- Correlates of Maximal Driver Club Head Speed in Elite Male and Female Golfers: The Role of Maximal Muscle Strength, Power, and Anthropometry.Scandinavian journal of medicine & science in sports · 2026Article
- Foot-ground interaction and clubhead speed: impulse-based energy transfer as the key mechanism in the golf swing.Frontiers in sports and active living · 2026Article
- Training the proprioceptive and propulsive function of the foot for improved technique and enhanced performance of the golf swing: a pilot study.Frontiers in sports and active living · 2026Article
- The Use of Golf Carts as On-Course Transportation During Competitive Golf Events: A Scoping Review.Sports medicine (Auckland, N.Z.) · 2026Article
- Recovery for Professional and Elite Amateur Golfers: A Scoping Review of Evidence-Based Methods.Sports medicine (Auckland, N.Z.) · 2025Article
- Impact of Four Weeks of TOGU Training on Neuromuscular Control and Golf Swing Performance.Journal of functional morphology and kinesiology · 2024Article
- Relationships and Within-Group Differences in Physical Attributes and Golf Performance in Elite Amateur Female Players.Life (Basel, Switzerland) · 2024Article
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Abstract
backgroundHistorically, golf does not have a strong tradition of fitness testing and physical training. However, in recent years, both players and practitioners have started to recognise the value of a fitter and healthier body, owing to its potential positive impacts on performance, namely clubhead speed (CHS).
objectiveThe aim of this meta-analysis was to examine the associations between CHS (as measured using a driver) and a variety of physical characteristics.
methodsA systematic literature search with meta-analysis was conducted using Medline, SPORTDiscus, CINAHL and PubMed databases. Inclusion criteria required studies to have (1) determined the association between physical characteristics assessed in at least one physical test and CHS, (2) included golfers of any skill level but they had to be free from injury and (3) been peer-reviewed and published in the English language. Methodological quality was assessed using a modified version of the Downs and Black Quality Index tool and heterogeneity assessed via the Q statistic and I
resultsOf the 3039 studies initially identified, 20 were included in the final analysis. CHS was significantly associated with lower body strength (z
conclusionsThe findings from this meta-analysis highlight a range of physical characteristics are associated with CHS. Whilst significant associations ranged from trivial to large, noteworthy information is that jump impulse produced the strongest association, upper body explosive strength showed noticeably larger associations than upper body strength, and flexibility was not significant. These findings can be used to ensure practitioners prioritise appropriate fitness testing protocols for golfers.
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