Overtraining, S&C, Recovery and Monitoring your Capacity

Key Points

• • Golfers already train a lot: Golf alone places high stress on the body—adding S&C without tracking total load can easily lead to overtraining.
• • Track training + golf load: Use apps and tools (e.g. WHOOP, Garmin, Apple Watch, Oura Ring) to monitor gym load, time on course, recovery, stress, and sleep.
• • Individual responses vary: Travel, heat, and shot type (e.g. driver vs. chip) all affect fatigue differently—load must be individualized.
• • Coach-player communication is key: Even with data, nothing beats simply asking how a player feels and adjusting sessions accordingly.
• • Big blocks of recovery: Prioritize enough food (especially carbs + protein) and 7–9 hours of sleep—these matter more than recovery “extras” like saunas or massage guns.
• • 36-hole days = extreme demand: Proper fueling before, during, and after these days is essential for next-day performance and injury prevention.
• • Nutrition and S&C go together: Speak with a qualified nutritionist to tailor calorie intake and nutrient timing to individual needs—especially important for junior athletes.