Fitness – BackNine https://www.espnbacknine.com Covering the great game of golf Tue, 03 Jun 2014 19:49:01 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Sun Protection is Much More Than Sunscreen https://www.espnbacknine.com/2014/06/03/sun-protection-is-much-more-than-sunscreen/ Tue, 03 Jun 2014 19:49:01 +0000 https://www.espnbacknine.com/?p=2051 When most people think of sun protection, their first and sometimes only thought is of sunscreen.  While sunscreen is an important part of a sun protection strategy, it is not the only component and may not be the best one. At Sun SafeTee we promote a comprehensive approach to sun protection for golfers.  We feel [&hellip]]>

When most people think of sun protection, their first and sometimes only thought is of sunscreen.  While sunscreen is an important part of a sun protection strategy, it is not the only component and may not be the best one.

At Sun SafeTee we promote a comprehensive approach to sun protection for golfers.  We feel that the first line of defense is sun protective clothing.  Clothing that has an Ultraviolet Protection Factor Rating (UPF) affords the opportunity to protect your skin actually better than sunscreen!   UPF clothing provides a non-chemical physical barrier to the sun.  UPF rated garments block both UVA and UVB rays.  When compared to sunscreen, they eliminate the concern of when to apply or reapply sunscreen to those areas and won’t wear off with perspiration or when they get wet.  New UPF moisture wicking fabrics can help keep you cooler as well.

Of course sunscreen is an important part of that comprehensive sun protection strategy for areas that you cannot cover with UPF garments.  When choosing a sunscreen, look for one with a SPF of 30+, that protects against UVA and UVB rays (or says Broad Spectrum Coverage) and is water resistant.  Remember sunscreen needs to be applied 20-30 minutes BEFORE you go in the sun and should be reapplied every two hours.  That’s why we say  “Don’t Burn…Reapply at the Turn ©“.

Most golfers wear a traditional golf (baseball style) cap which unfortunately does not offer any protection for your ears and little protection for your face.  It is best to wear a wide brim hat with a 3 inch brim.  Despite what many people think, a wide brim hat will not interfere with your golf swing and offers significantly more protection than a standard hat or visor.

Long term exposure to UV rays can damage not only the area around your eyes but also the surface of the eye as well as internal structures. Wearing wrap around sunglasses that offer 99-100% UV blockage can reduce your risk of sun damage to those areas.

Finally, comprehensive sun protection includes staying hydrated.  This means starting to hydrate before you get to the golf course and continue hydrating during your round.  While playing, take regular sips of water or sports drinks rather than taking a big drink infrequently.  If you wait until you are thirsty to start hydrating, it is too late.

At Sun SafeTee we like to say “Cover Up Before You Tee It Up”.  This means Cover Up with a wide brim hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and UPF rated clothing.  All of those things will give you more sun protection on the golf course and combined with good hydration, might even help you score better!

Visit the website for more information on sun protection for golfers including “How To” videos.

 

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]]> Audio – Why is change so difficult with Elevated Performance Co-Founder, Jeff Pelizzaro https://www.espnbacknine.com/2013/09/24/audio-why-is-change-so-difficult-with-elevated-performance-co-founder-jeff-pelizzaro/ Tue, 24 Sep 2013 21:18:50 +0000 https://www.espnbacknine.com/?p=1463 Why is change so difficult, especially making a change in your golf swing?  Jeff Pelizzaro of Elevated Performance joins the discussion on The Back Nine Radio Show. LISTEN HERE &nbsp]]>

Why is change so difficult, especially making a change in your golf swing?  Jeff Pelizzaro of Elevated Performance joins the discussion on The Back Nine Radio Show.

LISTEN HERE

 

]]> Comfort in your home thanks to RF Meeh Heating and Cooling https://www.espnbacknine.com/2013/06/24/comfort-in-your-home-thanks-to-rf-meeh-heating-and-cooling/ Mon, 24 Jun 2013 19:04:07 +0000 https://www.espnbacknine.com/?p=1075 Summer has officially arrived in St. Louis and so have the hot days and warm nights. I used to dread summer and not because of the heat on the golf course. It was the nights that were uncomfortable for me. I live in a two story house and struggle to regulate the temperature throughout my [&hellip]]>

Summer has officially arrived in St. Louis and so have the hot days and warm nights. I used to dread summer and not because of the heat on the golf course. It was the nights that were uncomfortable for me.

I live in a two story house and struggle to regulate the temperature throughout my house. Like many families, we live most of the day on the main floor and then move upstairs as the evening unfolds. Unfortunately, I struggled to keep the upstairs of my house at a comfortable temperature and as a result sleeping was a challenge.

All that being said, the summer of 2013 marks a new beginning for me and my family. Thanks to RF Meeh Heating and Cooling, I can now maintain the desired temperature upstairs and down and I’ve never slept better.

Bob Meeh of RF Meeh Heating and Cooling remains one of the top amateur golfers in the area. Thankfully, he’s even better when it comes to solving a heating and cooling issue.

Bob recommended we install an Arzel Zoning System in our house. Even though we only have one air conditioning unit supplying our home, the Arzel Zoning System Technology would allow for us to regulate our home as if we had multiple units. Best yet, it cost half as much as installing a second air conditioning system.

If you are like me and struggle to control temperatures throughout the rooms in your home, I highly recommend giving Bob Meeh a call at 636-349-4990 and ask for a free quote or more information on the Wireless Arzel Zoning System. It’s changed the way I look at summers in St. Louis.

WATCH THIS VIDEO to learn more about the features and benefits of an Arzel Zoning System provided by RF Meeh Heating and Cooling.

 

]]> Golfersskin Sunscreen a Hit with Tour Players https://www.espnbacknine.com/2013/06/11/golfersskin-sunscreen-a-hit-with-tour-players/ Tue, 11 Jun 2013 13:59:19 +0000 https://www.espnbacknine.com/?p=965 Ben Steward decided to get into the sunscreen business not long after a good friend died of skin cancer, at the tragically young age of 33. And in fairly short order, the New Zealand native created Golfersskin, which is now being used by more than 200 players on the top professional tours. Golfersskin is made in [&hellip]]>

Ben Steward decided to get into the sunscreen business not long after a good friend died of skin cancer, at the tragically young age of 33. And in fairly short order, the New Zealand native created Golfersskin, which is now being used by more than 200 players on the top professional tours.

Golfersskin_SunscreenGolfersskin is made in New Zealand, which Steward said has much stricter regulations in regard to sunscreen than most other countries due to the very quick burn rate there. And he asserts that his product offers total UVA/UVB broad-spectrum protection with an SPF of 30.

“That in and of itself is very important,” he says. “But what makes Golfersskin really good is the way we have removed all non-essential oils from the formula. It’s free of all the nasties, which means it is not greasy and won’t run into your eyes, no matter how much you sweat. Nor will it interfere with your grip.”

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]]> Healthy Water Seminar https://www.espnbacknine.com/2013/05/11/healthy-water-seminar/ https://www.espnbacknine.com/2013/05/11/healthy-water-seminar/#respond Sat, 11 May 2013 19:17:31 +0000 https://www.espnbacknine.com/?p=647 Stu Sweeney, a Certified Natural Health Professional, joined the Back Nine Radio Show to discuss the benefits of healthy water. Sweeney will be in St. Louis conducting a seminar at Tapawingo National Golf Club. The general public is encouraged to attend. May 19th – 2pm to 4pm (Dinner served complimentary immediately after compliments of Joe [&hellip]]>

Stu Sweeney, a Certified Natural Health Professional, joined the Back Nine Radio Show to discuss the benefits of healthy water. Sweeney will be in St. Louis conducting a seminar at Tapawingo National Golf Club. The general public is encouraged to attend.

May 19th – 2pm to 4pm (Dinner served complimentary immediately after compliments of Joe Boccardi’s)

May 20th – 7pm to 9pm (Dinner served complimentary immediately before compliments of Joe Boccardi’s)

For more information visit www.theultimatehealthywater.com or call 949-494-0609.

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Stu Sweeney, a Certified Natural Heatlh Specialist, joined The Back Nine Radio Show to discuss the importance of drinking the right kind of water. Sweeney will be hosting two seminars in the Greater St. Louis area with the first being on May 19th, 2-4pm and the second on May 20th, 7-9pm.  The location has yet to be announced, but as soon as it is confirmed we will have the information on The Back Nine website.

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