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This weekend Nick Dougherty claimed his first European Tour title in two years and described it as ?probably my best win? after beating Rafa Echenique at the BMW International Open, by one shot. Dougherty started the day three shots behind Retief Goosen but nine birdies and one solitary bogey added up to an eight under round of 64 and a -22 under total. And what has become part of Nick's training routine?

People from all sports are now seeking the very best in conditioning and golf is up there with them all in a proliferation of techniques and methods, seeking strength with flexibility and changing body shape seems to happen as much as colour in sponsor's shirts. A bit or a lot of new physique often produces quick results.

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Every sport has its season - if you play football, rugby or hockey, you are mid way through your annual leagues. Athletes will be stocking up on endurance with cross-country, ready for more speed and longer distances next year. Summer games such as cricket, tennis and golf don't pack away their bats, rackets and clubs anymore. If you are any standard you will be putting in hours in the gym to be better next year.

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Paul Broadhurst admits he is not the fittest player on the European Tour. Now in his 40s he is happy to let the young bucks lead the way in the gym. While other players are pumping iron, or pounding out miles on the treadmill, Broadhurst, who is 42 this year, prefers to be tucked up in bed.