Chasing Scratch: A Golf Podcast S8 Ep 2: The Warning
Mar 14, 2025
Greg Rose, an expert from the Titleist Performance Institute, assesses Eli's physical condition, emphasizing the critical link between mind and body when returning from injury. They share humorous tales from a recent golf outing, including the struggles of post-game soreness. The conversation explores the psychology of pain in sports, touching on how past injuries can shape current perceptions. They reflect on their growth in golf, celebrating improvements and the excitement of returning to the course, all while enjoying lighthearted banter about animals and golf gear.
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Recovery Time
- Take enough time off after an injury to fully recover, ensuring no recurring pain.
- Rushing back can lead to the brain associating the activity with pain, hindering future progress.
Eli's Groin Soreness
- Eli played 18 holes of golf for the first time since his hip replacement surgery and experienced groin soreness.
- He attributed the soreness to recent moving activities rather than the golf itself.
Addressing Motor Patterns
- Address motor patterns developed around limitations, even after the limitation is gone.
- The brain may still exhibit protective behavior, so gradual reintroduction of activity is crucial.