351: Alex Bennett – Inside the PGA Tour Performance Center (TPC Sawgrass)

Guest: Alex Bennett; Fitness Specialist PGA Tour Performance Center (TPC Sawgrass)
Host: Jeff Pelizzaro
Episode Number: 351
Podcast: The 18STRONG Podcast Summary In this compelling discussion, we’re joined by Alex Bennett, a renowned fitness specialist at the PGA Tour Performance Center. Alex shares his journey from playing professional golf to becoming a fitness specialist, discussing the importance of golf-specific training. He also gives us a peek into his experiences working with tour players like Billy Horschel and Sam Ryder, helping them maximize their physical potential on the golf course. You’ll be captivated by Alex’s insights on golf and fitness, from his unique assessments for mobility, strength, power, and endurance, to his creative use of technology and equipment to improve golf swings. Moving forward, we shift our focus to the extensive facilities at the PGA Tour Performance Center and the essential role they play in enhancing players’ performance. Alex offers a detailed view of his day-to-day interaction with the tour players and other fitness trainers. From discussions about how he’s worked with retired golfers and juniors to his approach towards individual goal setting and conditioning, it’s an enriching conversation that will leave you with a better understanding of golf fitness. Wrapping up, we chat about the application of biomechanics in golf and the importance of creating speed and power efficiently. Alex shares how he uses cues and activations to connect players’ learning to their golf swings, helping them stay injury-free and perform at their highest level. He also reveals his book recommendations and recounts his memorable experiences at TPC Sawgrass. Listen in for a wealth of knowledge and expertise from a top PGA Tour fitness specialist. Whether you’re a tour player, an avid golfer, or just a fitness enthusiast, this is an episode you won’t want to miss! Main Topics (0:00:03) – Golf and Fitness With PGA Specialist
Alex Bennett shares assessments and recommendations for golfers to improve mobility, strength, power, fitness, and endurance. (0:07:57) – PGA Tour Fitness and Facilities
Alex Bennett discusses the PGA Tour Performance Center, its facilities, staff, and how he works with tour players, retired golfers, and juniors. (0:12:14) – Improving Golf Performance and Preventing Injuries
Alex Bennett explains the importance of assessment, corrective-based warm-up routine, consistency, and professional-quality website. (0:16:40) – Golf Conditioning and Individual Goal Setting
Alex works with golfers to improve conditioning, emphasizing injury prevention and shorter rest times with specific goals. (0: