Practice Exam

1. Shear refers to the downward force between segments.

2. The difference between a 45 degree hip turn and 90 degree shoulder turn is called what?

3. In the downswing, the ideal sequence for injury prevention is to start with what area of your body?

4. The back muscles are most active during what part of the swing?

5. An excessive C or S shape of the spine will restrict motion.

6. In the backswing, which muscles are most active in controlling this movement?

7. Which phase of the golf swing is most stressful to the body?

8. The lumbar spine has the most vertebrae.

9. What is the role of the shoulder muscles in the swing?

10. What is the role of the abdominal muscles in the swing?

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