Dr. Troy Van Biezen: How Amateurs Can Train Like Scottie Scheffler (Fitness Friday)

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Jan 30, 2026

Dr. Troy Van Beesen, sports chiropractor and performance coach for elite players like Scottie Scheffler and Tiger Woods, shares training and recovery secrets. He discusses managing mid-tournament back issues, periodized strength and mobility plans, the cardio golfers skip, and practical pre/post-round routines. He also covers hydration, nutrition, and tools that keep pros fresh on championship weeks.

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ANECDOTE

How A Drive To The Clinic Changed Scotty's Career

Troy Van Beesen recounts how Scotty's father drove him to Troy when back pain forced him to pull out of a college event.
That visit started a long-term program of movement, rehab, and training that enabled Scotty's elite career.

ADVICE

Test, Then Build Mobility Before Strength

Test and assess movement limitations before planning training to identify weak links and imbalances.
Fix mobility and stability first, then layer strength work that supports golf-specific movement.

ADVICE

Get Big Legs And Real Cardio

Prioritize leg strength and cardiovascular conditioning to stay fresh across four competitive rounds.
Use watt-bike and zone training to measure cardio and prevent late-round fatigue.

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Dr. Troy Van Biezen is a world-renowned sports chiropractor who has spent over 21 years on the PGA Tour, working with legends like Tiger Woods, Jordan Spieth, Zach Johnson, Justin Thomas, and most recently, 2025 PGA Champion Scottie Scheffler.

He's a Titleist Performance Institute Medical Level 2 professional, a trusted advisor for elite-level athletes, and the co-founder of LivPur, a hydration brand helping players stay sharp and recover faster.

When you listen to this episode, you will learn:

What he learned working with Tiger Woods
Why cardio is the missing ingredient for most golfers
The biggest misconceptions around recovery, mobility, and performance
The importance of sleep, nutrition, and energy management
How GolfForever can help amateur golfers avoid injury and build a better swing
How he helped Scottie Scheffler during his PGA Championship victory

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