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A note from Karen: I am thinking about my family and friends in the Northeast this morning.  I am praying that they are all safe.  My family weathered Hurricane Katrina a few years ago, so I know the feeling of hopelessness.  I will say prayers for all. Karen  

Missing short putts are frustrating because those little putts are so close, it seems like they should be easy. They are easy when there is no pressure. You can just go up and stroke the ball in the hole without even thinking about it, but that is not the case when there is something on the line. Then these putts … Read More

If you have ever been told that you sway or slide on your backswing and downswing, then you be rolling on the outside of your back ankle on the backswing.  This move is bad because when you roll your weight on the outside of your back ankle, you lose your power base and you won’t be able to shift your … Read More

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If you want to create clubhead speed in your swing, you need to have balance.   When you finish your shot and find yourself leaning back or falling forward, you are out of balance. You have a major power leak and you need to fix your balance issue first before making any mechanical swing changes. Functional strength requires balance. No one is … Read More

If you are looking to get more serious about getting into shape, you will want to check out WeightTraining.com, a fantastic site to help you get into the best shape of your life. WeightTraining.com’s #1 goal is to help you accomplish your fitness goals with a fitness community that makes working out fun! New to fitness?  WeightTraining.com can give you a plan to … Read More

Cardiogolf is a golf-­specific program designed by LPGA Teacher of the Year and AFAA Certified Personal Trainer Karen Palacios-Jansen. Participants learn exercises to promote better swing mechanics, flexibility, strength and balance throughout the golf swing. The routine is a combination of swing drills and golf­‐specific exercises. It accommodates every golfer regardless of gender, age and skill level or fitness level. … Read More

A note from Karen: First of all, I want to thank all my readers for their support with my golf instruction and golf fitness system Cardiogolf.  Over the next few months, I will be revamping and upgrading my website and blog to be able to offer more information. Please let me know if you have any ideas or suggestions for … Read More