Who Cares if Tiger is a Golfer?

Backlash againsts Woods' Selection as "Fittest"

© Alan L. Hammond

May 22, 2008

This week, Tiger Woods was chosen by Men's Fitness Magazine as #1 on their list of the 25 Fittest Guys in America.


Not quite on par with a major championship, but recognition of his obvious dedication to becoming and remaining fit. If more pro and amateur golfers would do the same, they would, no doubt, enjoy more success.

There's no denying Tiger's level of fitness. Just take a look at him a few years back; fit, but nothing like today. Given his current "buffness," why would anyone take issue with his Fittest Guy in America selection? That's exactly what many in the blogosphere, online magazines and traditional media have done.

It's most likely due to his being a golfer. Even Men's Fitness, the magazine that gave him the honor, slighted golfers everywhere, possibly unknowingly (but probably not), by stating they didn't care about golf before Tiger.

It shouldn't matter whether or not he's a golfer, boxer or olympic athlete. Fitness is fitness and Tiger's the picture of it. There may be a legitimate argument of whether he's as fit as some olympic athletes, but don't base the disagreement on disdain for golf.


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