Jon Rahm Rotational Power Gym Work

A 50 minute strength and mobility session based on Jon Rahm's gym routine, focusing on ankle mobility, ground force, and rotational power.

6 time blocks, 50 minutes in total.

Time blocks

Ankle and Lower Body Mobility: 8 min
Ankle dorsiflexion and hip joint opening drills
Thoracic Spine and Core Priming: 7 min
T-spine rotations and anti-rotational core holds
Trap Bar Deadlift Force Production: 12 min
Heavy trap bar deadlifts to generate vertical ground power
Explosive Medicine Ball Throws: 10 min
Rotational wall slams mimicking torso turn and release
Cable Chops and Upper Back Rows: 8 min
Controlled diagonal pulls and scapular stability work
Lower Body Deceleration Cool Down: 5 min
Static hip stretches and lower leg recovery

About this routine

Jon Rahm's gym routine was developed alongside strength coach Spencer Tatum to fit Rahm's specific physical mechanics. Rahm was born with a clubfoot, which left his right leg slightly shorter and limited his right ankle mobility. Rather than attempting to force a traditional long backswing, his strength program focuses on generating high speed from a compact motion.

The workout prioritizes ankle dorsiflexion and thoracic spine rotation before moving into heavy ground force movements like trap bar deadlifts. Explosive medicine ball wall throws teach the body to transfer energy quickly through the torso, building power for the golf swing without overloading the spine.

Golfers can follow this sequence step by step using a visual schedule to keep their training structured and efficient.

Why this routine works

Increases torso rotation speed without compromising spinal alignment.
Improves ankle and hip mobility for rotational athletic movements.
Builds lower body ground force output for maximum power.

FAQ

What is Jon Rahm's gym routine?

Jon Rahm's gym routine focuses on ankle mobility, thoracic spine movement, trap bar deadlifts, and rotational medicine ball throws to build swing speed.

Why does Jon Rahm focus on ankle mobility in the gym?

Jon Rahm was born with a clubfoot, which restricted his right ankle mobility. Specialized mobility work allows him to rotate effectively despite a shorter backswing.

How long does Jon Rahm's gym session take?

This targeted strength and rotational power gym session takes 50 minutes to complete.

Sources

Golf Digest: How Jon Rahm built his power output with Spencer Tatum
Titleist Performance Institute: Jon Rahm Physical Profile and Swing Mechanics