Dr. Michael Bender

Dr. Bender received his Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology from California State University Long Beach. He earned a Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree in 2007 from Mount Saint Mary's College. Dr. Bender is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association Sports and Orthopeadics Section and a Titleist Performance Institute Certified Medical Professional & Golf Fitness Instructor. He has served as clinical instructor for several physical therapy universities, and is currently a lab assistant for the Doctorate of Physical Therapy program at Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona. Dr. Bender’s research, " The Effects of Thoracic Manipulation on Lower Extremity Mobility " has recently been accepted for publication in The International Journal of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation. Dr. Bender is dedicated to utilizing his knowledge and experience as well as the latest evidence based research to facilitate a quick and complete recovery for each and every patient.

Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) is without question the world leader in Golf fitness and Golf instruction. I am a Titleist Performance Institute Certified Medical Professional & Golf Fitness Instructor. Let me evaluate your physical ability and design a customized Golf Fitness program to address your individual needs.

The physical condition of a golfer is paramount if they wish to take their game to the next level. A professionally designed Golf Fitness program is essential for decreasing your risk for potential injury while maximizing flexibility, power, and endurance. It is fundamentally important that your fitness program incorporate the unique movements that are necessary to facilitate the perfect golf swing.

TPI has equipped me with the knowledge and the tools to perform the screening process which will identify and isolate any limitations that may be present in your body. With this assessment and information an individualized set of golf related drills and specific exercises will be prescribed in order to overcome these your personal limitations. This will ensure that you get the maximum efficiency from your body and in turn your game of golf, as well as every day life.

Not only am I a Titleist Performance Institute Certified Medical Professional & Golf Fitness Instructor, I am a Doctor of Physical Therapy. I specialize in the rehabilitation, recovery and the return to sport after an injury as well as an expertise in injury prevention.

With your personalized Golf Fitness program you can increase power, decrease fatigue, and enhance your physical ability to perform your perfect golf swing.