TAI at the Athletic Club of Bend

What is the X-Factor?

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Article originally from The Bulletin in Bend OR with contribution from Chris Cooper PT, DPT of TAI at the Athletic Club of Bend: http://www.bendbulletin.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120308/NEWS01/203080311/1051/FEAT03 By Anne Aurand An overweight man, burdened with luggage, sprints through the airport to avoid missing a flight. An out-of-shape woman frantically shovels snow piled between her home and her car, rushing to get to work. These everyday scenarios require bursts of extreme exertion that humans should be appropriately conditioned to withstand. Many are not. “That's high intensity. That's when you have a heart attack,” said Chris Cooper, a local physical therapist with Therapeutic Associates Physical Therapy at the Athletic ... read more »

Do you have good separation between your hips and torso at the top of your backswing? Can you increase your X-Factor “stretch” during transition? Learn about what these terms mean and its effects on a golfer’s performance at our upcoming educational seminar on February 23rd. Lead by Physical Therapist and certified Titleist Performance Institute Fitness and Medical Professional, Chris Cooper PT, DPT, CSCS, and PGA Professional, Tim Fraley, you will learn what a golfer’s X-Factor is, how it can impact their swing and performance, as well as information on how to have your X-Factor assessed using the 3D motion analysis K-Vest ... read more »

What is the X-Factor?