Is hitting more back friendly?

[ColtsFan]

Hello guys,

Does anyone know if hitting tends to be a little esier on the back than swinging?

Thanks

[brownman]

Colts,Iwent to hitters pattern for that very reason,I have a back problem but since I changed to a hitter I have been able to even practice longer and harder without pain,works for me....hope this helps you...cheers

[elygc1]

I think it is. Plus you will hit more fairways and greens. The only downside is you will probably hit it shorter than with swinging.

I lost some d when I was experimenting with hitting for a summer.

[brownman]

I found the opposite,but my swingers P was probably off the mark,but what you lose in distance is made up for in accuracy IMO

[ColtsFan]

Thanks guys, thats kind of what I thought might be the concensus. Ive been on the shelf w/ spasms and in slowly getting back Ive found that a short rt arm thrust (basic pattern) has been easier than pulling the left side through.

[purehitter]

It really depends on what causes the back problems. I have degeneration in L4-L5. I have sciatica pain with just a few swings. I have developed a swing pattern that I use now that allows me to play golf most of the time with little sciatica pain. I would suggest trying different swinging and hitting patterns and I am sure you will find one that works for you without back problems.

[Daryl]

Hello guys,

Does anyone know if hitting tends to be a little esier on the back than swinging?

Thanks

I think Hitting is easier on the back because hitters are always teeing up last so they have more time to rest.

[ColtsFan]

ouch....Ted may have something to say about that

[KAPLOWD]

Isn't there less hip hula hula (rotation) in the hitting procedure ? If yes, then the result should be less strain on the back.

[ColtsFan]

K,
thats what I was thinking too. Been using VJ Trolio's rendition of Hogan's pivot and its very rotational.(after the slide) Cant do it right now becasue of the back.