The Sudbury and District Chiropractic Society and Laurentian Chrysler are hosting "Come Swing Fore the Cause Charity Golf Classic."  This is a four person best ball with proceeds going to the Ontario March of Dimes. The event happens on Saturday, June 17 at the Forest Ridge Golf Club.  Call 521-1301 for registration information.
"It's great to get together for a good cause," said
co-organizer Randy Koski, a local chiropractor. "Everyone has a
great time and it's a lot of fun. There's nothing better than
helping out others. It's a really fun event with good people
involved."
The tournament starts at 11 am.
Koski has also supplied some health tips for golfers to better
enjoy their game.
Many golf related pains can be traced to swing mechanics that
place undue stress on the body, or that are inappropriate for
an individual's strength and flexibility.  For example,
the average player should no more attempt to do a tri-athalon
after watching an "Iron Man" than swing like Tiger Woods
without proper strength and flexibility training.  You
must take your own strength and flexibility into account before
setting unrealistic expectations for yourself.
The following simple tips can also improve your golf score
while keeping you injury free.
1. When lifting your bag, bend your knees and lift using your
legs not your back.
2. Always warm up with a few minutes of aerobic activity, such
as brisk walking.
3.  Stretch the muscles in your back, abdomen and
shoulders before your game.
4. Use clubs that are the correct length, so you don't have to
bend or overextend your back.
5.  Occasionally practice swinging in the opposite
direction to balance the stress on the muscles in your back.
6. Bend your knees and use a golf club for support when
stooping to retrieve your ball.
7. Always stretch to cool down after finishing a game.
8. Wear soft spikes on your shoes for greater comfort and shock
absorption.
9.  Consult a golf professional to help you with proper
swing mechanics.
10.  Consult a chiropractor for a proper evaluation of
your spine, pelvis, and muscles that are important to your
game.
