golf swing; pelvis lateral tilt; thorax displacement; gender differences

This study compared thorax and pelvis biomechanics in male and female golfers using aniron club, analysing eight skilled golfers (4 female, 4 male) with over 10 years of experienceand a handicap below 10. The aim was to compare the biomechanics and movementvariability in thorax and pelvis motion during the golf swing between genders.Biomechanical analysis was conducted using a combination of marker-based andmarkerless motion capture systems, focusing on the downswing. Results showed sex-based differences in 3D angular displacement, with significant movement variability inpelvic lateral tilt across all downswing phases (top of backswing, mid-downswing, and ballcontact). Female golfers showed greater pelvis variability, especially in tilt and rotation,reflecting diverse motor strategies, while males prioritized stability with less deviation.

This study compared thorax and pelvis biomechanics in male and female golfers using aniron club, analysing eight skilled golfers (4 female, 4 male) with over 10 years of experienceand a handicap below 10. The aim was to compare the biomechanics and movementvariability in thorax and pelvis motion during the golf swing between genders.Biomechanical analysis was conducted using a combination of marker-based andmarkerless motion capture systems, focusing on the downswing. Results showed sex-based differences in 3D angular displacement, with significant movement variability inpelvic lateral tilt across all downswing phases (top of backswing, mid-downswing, and ballcontact). Female golfers showed greater pelvis variability, especially in tilt and rotation,reflecting diverse motor strategies, while males prioritized stability with less deviation.