Westwood Positioned to Win U.S. Open Title; Improved Fitness Plays Role in Recent Wins

Irvine, Calif. (June 17, 2010) – Lee Westwood is in his “Power Phase” – he is ranked number three in the world and placed in the top three in his last three majors.  Expectations are high for this power player, fresh off a win at the St. Jude Classic he is competing to be the first European in 40 years to win the U.S. Open.  To give himself the competitive edge, Westwood, like many pro-athletes, integrates Power Plate exercise into his training regimen to increase strength, stability and power.

“I was introduced to the Power Plate machine and was immediately impressed with the versatility and applications specific to golf conditioning including hamstring stretch, massage (for recovery/relaxation) and for developing my core stability,” says Westwood.  “I have now progressed [my fitness regimen] to the Power Plate pro5Air™ to further develop stability and power in my golf swing.”

Westwood has been applauded by the golf community for increasing his lean muscle mass and reducing body fat through diligent training, including Power Plate exercise, and he has reaped the benefits from a healthier physique on the course.

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Attributes New Technology as “Secret Weapon” in Success at Golf’s Most Prestigious Event

Irvine, Calif. (April 12, 2010) – Lee Westwood, 2009 European Tour Player of the Year and number 4 ranked player in the world used more than his strong driving, superb iron play and targeted short gain to finish second at this weekend’s 2010 Masters Tournament.  Like many of the sport’s elite, Westwood has turned to Acceleration Training on a Power Plate machine to give him the extra edge.

“I was introduced to the Power Plate machine in 2005 and was immediately impressed with the versatility and applications specific to golf conditioning including hamstring stretch, massage (for recovery/relaxation) and for developing my core stability,”  said Westwood.  “I have now progressed to the Power Plate pro5Air™ to further develop stability and power in my golf swing.”

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