U.S. Open - Play Golf Like a Pro

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There's only one Tiger Woods, and the odds are you're not him. But even if you haven't won oodles of tourneys and bazillions of dollars, you still have hope! The U.S. Open begins on Thursday, June 18 in Bethpage, N.Y. With a well-rounded training routine, you might just be able to improve your golf game enough to score some endorsement deals, or at least a few more birdies, in no time at all.

Having a great swing is clearly a top goal when you hit the green, but you'll also want to spend some time working on your body to make it capable of improvement. Strength is vital, but more important is flexibility. A mobile back, flexible hips and limbs are goals you should strive for to create a more fluid swing and prevent injuries. Taking preventative measures to avoid sprains and strains will allow you to spend your time on improvement instead of in recovery.

Click here to view a superb golf stretching guide published by the Mayo Clinic. Every athlete has a certain amount of sports-specific training he must endure to excel at his game, and adding these moves to your routine has the potential to take yours to the next level. So as our elite golfers show off their best, let them inspire you to be your best as well.