Exercise gear: Start training

Momentus Strength Trainer

Many golfers have their favorite exercise devices. Often the most useful and effective golf fitness and strength-training aids are the simplest. Here is a collection of golf warm-up equipment, training tools or exercise gear for the home or course, each costing less than $100.

Fit for Golf Training Ball

The skinny: This is a 6-pound medicine ball with eight golf fitness exercises clearly illustrated on the ball’s cover. The exercises focus primarily on the back, legs and core.

Cost: $39.95

Available: Immediate

Web site: www.fitforgolfshop.com

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Izzo Golf Resistance Cords

The skinny: Intended to strengthen hips, torso, back, rotator cuffs, shoulders and chest. These portable stretching cords pack easily for travel.

Cost: $24.99

Available: Immediate

Web site: www.izzo.com

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Medicus PowerMaximus L Wedge

The skinny: This weighted lob wedge is designed for hitting practice shots. It teaches timing and tempo, along with a proper swing plane. Weighs 2 pounds.

Cost: $99.85

Available: Immediate

Web site: www.medicus.com

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Momentus Strength Trainer

The skinny: Targets golf-specific muscles and synchronizes hand, arm and body movements. It is designed to increase strength and flexibility with its counterbalanced weights.

Cost: $99.99

Available: Immediate

Web site: www.momentusgolf.com

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The StretchTowel

The skinny: This towel is made of a stretchable material and easily accommodates a five-minute stretching routine before golf. It holds hot and cold packs, and it can store a wallet or cell phone.

Cost: $34.99

Available: Immediate

Web site: www.golffitnessproducts.net