A Review of HIFEM-Induced Core Muscle Strengthening and its Effects on Golf Driving Distance

Author(s): Takahiro Fujimoto

Maximizing golf driving distance relies on clubhead speed, efficient rotational mechanics, and optimal energy transfer. Core strength plays a critical role in these factors, making targeted muscle training essential for performance enhancement. HIFEM technology has emerged as a noninvasive method for inducing supramaximal muscle contractions, leading to significant improvements in core strength, neuromuscular activation, and mobility. This review examines the biomechanical principles of the golf swing and explores HIFEM’s mechanisms of action. While HIFEM has demonstrated effectiveness in increasing muscle hypertrophy and explosive strength, its potential role in golf-specific performance optimization remains an area for further investigation. Integrating HIFEM with traditional resistance training, mobility exercises, and swing practice may offer a comprehensive approach to improving golf performance and injury prevention.