Showing posts with label golf clubs. Show all posts
Showing posts with label golf clubs. Show all posts
Thursday, May 7, 2015
Golf Carts
While many people think that golf isn’t really golf unless you walk the course, the reality is that some people just can’t do that. That’s where golf carts come in handy.
The new golf carts that are out today really can make golf a little more enjoyable. Besides not having to haul your golf bag around with you, the golf cart can also help you avoid fatigue and carry along a cooler of snacks, soda, or beer along with you if that’s what you like to do when you golf. You can also get a good rest on a hot day when you use a golf cart to navigate the course.
There are basically three big golf cart manufacturers that dominate the golf cart market:
* Yamaha
* EZ Go
* Club Car
Some golf carts are powered with small gas engines while others are electrically powered. The electric golf carts were the first mass-produced electric vehicles for private consumer use. Modern golf carts may have car-like styling despite being no bigger than a traditional golf cart. Accessories such as audio entertainment systems, custom wheels, and custom body panels in an assortment of colors are now being offered as choices for the personal golf cart.
Golf carts aren’t just used on the golf course. Some small communities or neighborhoods will use a golf cart where their lack of pollutants, lack of noise, and safety for pedestrians and other cars are beneficial. While purpose-built for general transportation, these are called Neighborhood Electric Vehicles and they have various operating limitations such as top speed and heavy regulation on street use. They do resemble traditional golf carts in style, but some are enclosed to accommodate for use in all types of weather.
There is a huge market for aftermarket parts on golf carts. Each major manufacturing company has their own line of aftermarket parts to enhance off-road capabilities. Because golf carts can have a long life, people often buy used golf carts making these aftermarket parts very valuable to people who need to fix broken parts of their golf cart.
Golf carts are considered by many golfers to be an essential part of the golf game. Others just think the golf cart make a golf course more dangerous. Either way, the truth is golf carts can really help make the game more enjoyable by leaps and bounds.
To your golfing success...cart or no cart
Fran Watson
Monday, September 29, 2014
Golf Secrets Revealed
People from various walks of life have
played golf, for many years. Initially golf was known as a game of the male elite.
Today many tournaments are held to attract and encourage more people to join
the game. Not only men, but women too take equal pride in swinging their clubs
to hit the ball and display a great performance. If you look around, you will
see golf clubs emerging in all the nooks and corners of the globe, proving the
love for the game is increasing day by day.
Many golfers constantly keep working
to better their performance. You would find them practicing hard and playing
the game with complete dedication to come out as a star performer.
There are also many who keep looking for
ways to improve their game, but fail to get the desired result. Though these
golfers may have been playing for years, they have failed to understand the
real secret of golf that can make them a champion.
Golf is all about having the correct
posture and swinging the club accurately. You need to position your body
properly in order to swing the club well. Hence, it is important to tone your
body and keep it flexible to be able to let you swing well.
It is important to tone your muscles
to avoid straining during the various swings and moves. Remember playing golf
needs lot of patience and practice. Nobody has learned to play this special
game well completely on his/her own.
You need to help your body get used to
the correct positions. Your body acquires the correct position by constantly
following the instructions from the very beginning. Thus, it is very important
that even your first position is perfect. A good instructor will always take
care that you place every bit of your body well in position. You need to get so
used to the right position that even by mistake if you have taken a wrong posture,
you should instantly realize it.
Always exercise with warm-up sessions
before you play golf. Let your body get stretched and flexible, before you take
the actual swings. Do some stretching exercises and let your body realize that
it needs to get ready for the game. Warming up will also help the body temperature
to rise and help to avoid any injury to the body. Many golfers face injuries,
as they never warm up their bodies before they get onto the course.
As your arms are important in the game
of golf, you need to stretch them well in order to let your shoulder joints get
flexible. Do not forget to concentrate on your muscles. Your muscles should be
able to take the strain, so that you do not feel tired during the course of the
game and can put all your energy in every swing.
By understanding this simple warm up secret,
you can transform your game to a much higher level and keep performing well.
So, do not ignore your body, since it is very important to maintain stability
in your game. Take the time to stretch and walk a bit before every game.
Yours to a successful game
Fran Watson
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Thursday, May 9, 2013
Putting is about Feeling
Getting the Right Feel for Putting
Putting is all about 'feel' and there is no better way to get the feel of your putter than by blocking out all other outside distracting factors.
You are probably wondering how you might be able to do this.
Try closing your eyes for a moment and see how you can focus more easily something. Just the action of closing your eyes will eliminate more than half of the distraction that we encounter constantly throughout the day.
So this is a lesson in playing golf with your eyes closed. Seriously - this is a great way to perfect your putting by getting the right 'feel'. You won't need the ball initially - just the putter and you standing on the green.
Get into your normal putting stance and visualize a ball on the ground and line it up with the hole.
Swing your putter, as you would do if you were to hit a ball. Now do it again with your eyes closed and become aware of the pressure of your hands on the grip.
Feel the lightness of your grip and the weight of the putter hanging in your hands. As you swing gently, be aware of the club as it grazes the grass on the green. You should be able to feel the pressure of the grass dragging lightly on your club.
You can continue to swing backwards and forwards in a fluid motion making slight adjustments to eliminate the drag on your putter and more importantly you will be able to focus on the lightness of touch you have on the grip of your club. This is the important part of this exercise.
This will allow you to swing your putter while retaining the same light grip throughout the movement not squeezing tighter on the club at any point through your swing. Once you have done this a few times with and without your eyes closed, place a ball on the ground and concentrate more on the 'feel' of the club in your hands than the ball you are hitting.
This is also excellent training for getting the right distance on the green, as you will begin to have a better feel for what your putter will do
To your putting success
Fran Watson
Putting is all about 'feel' and there is no better way to get the feel of your putter than by blocking out all other outside distracting factors.
You are probably wondering how you might be able to do this.
Try closing your eyes for a moment and see how you can focus more easily something. Just the action of closing your eyes will eliminate more than half of the distraction that we encounter constantly throughout the day.
So this is a lesson in playing golf with your eyes closed. Seriously - this is a great way to perfect your putting by getting the right 'feel'. You won't need the ball initially - just the putter and you standing on the green.
Get into your normal putting stance and visualize a ball on the ground and line it up with the hole.
Swing your putter, as you would do if you were to hit a ball. Now do it again with your eyes closed and become aware of the pressure of your hands on the grip.
Feel the lightness of your grip and the weight of the putter hanging in your hands. As you swing gently, be aware of the club as it grazes the grass on the green. You should be able to feel the pressure of the grass dragging lightly on your club.
You can continue to swing backwards and forwards in a fluid motion making slight adjustments to eliminate the drag on your putter and more importantly you will be able to focus on the lightness of touch you have on the grip of your club. This is the important part of this exercise.
This will allow you to swing your putter while retaining the same light grip throughout the movement not squeezing tighter on the club at any point through your swing. Once you have done this a few times with and without your eyes closed, place a ball on the ground and concentrate more on the 'feel' of the club in your hands than the ball you are hitting.
This is also excellent training for getting the right distance on the green, as you will begin to have a better feel for what your putter will do
To your putting success
Fran Watson
Tuesday, April 2, 2013
Spring is Coming
Well, at least that's what the calendar says. For many people in the northern hemisphere the golf courses are still covered with snow or water. So what to do to get ready for the golf season?
There are now many indoor practice centres where you can practice your swing, your putting, where you can evaluate what you are doing right and/or incorrectly before you step onto the golf course.
Many courses are offering special deals if you sign up now, so it's a good time to take advantage of these opportunities. You might also want to think about taking some lessons to improve your game.
Getting the Most from Golf Lessons
It’s never easy asking for help, but in golf, it is almost a necessity. Unfortunately, we often ask our buddies and partners, when in reality we should take a lesson or two.
We think that a Pro would critique harshly, but they are honest, positive and very helpful. Lessons at the local course aren’t as expensive as you might think and they are worth it because your game will improve rapidly and cause you less frustration, making the game much more enjoyable for you.
Of utmost importance, is being honest about your game. The Pro will ask you what you want to start with; driving, chipping, putting or whatever you feel you need help with. Listen carefully and follow the instructions. You may have doubts if the Pro changes your stance, your grip or your swing; but remember - the Pro knows best.
Don’t hesitate to ask questions. Don’t worry about if the question or concern in stupid-they’ve heard it all before and will not make you feel like an idiot for asking. If you don’t "get it", tell him/her that you’re not getting it. You should never walk away from a lesson with unanswered questions.
You can concentrate on one thing during a lesson, or several. You might start with a lesson in driving; get the right grip, the right stance, the right swing, the right follow-through in one lesson, and then practice it. Next time, you might work on your short game, or putting.
You’ve invested in the equipment, doesn’t it make sense to learn how to use them to their advantage and improve your abilities?
To your golfing success
Fran
There are now many indoor practice centres where you can practice your swing, your putting, where you can evaluate what you are doing right and/or incorrectly before you step onto the golf course.
Many courses are offering special deals if you sign up now, so it's a good time to take advantage of these opportunities. You might also want to think about taking some lessons to improve your game.
Getting the Most from Golf Lessons
It’s never easy asking for help, but in golf, it is almost a necessity. Unfortunately, we often ask our buddies and partners, when in reality we should take a lesson or two.
We think that a Pro would critique harshly, but they are honest, positive and very helpful. Lessons at the local course aren’t as expensive as you might think and they are worth it because your game will improve rapidly and cause you less frustration, making the game much more enjoyable for you.
Of utmost importance, is being honest about your game. The Pro will ask you what you want to start with; driving, chipping, putting or whatever you feel you need help with. Listen carefully and follow the instructions. You may have doubts if the Pro changes your stance, your grip or your swing; but remember - the Pro knows best.
Don’t hesitate to ask questions. Don’t worry about if the question or concern in stupid-they’ve heard it all before and will not make you feel like an idiot for asking. If you don’t "get it", tell him/her that you’re not getting it. You should never walk away from a lesson with unanswered questions.
You can concentrate on one thing during a lesson, or several. You might start with a lesson in driving; get the right grip, the right stance, the right swing, the right follow-through in one lesson, and then practice it. Next time, you might work on your short game, or putting.
You’ve invested in the equipment, doesn’t it make sense to learn how to use them to their advantage and improve your abilities?
To your golfing success
Fran
Sunday, January 13, 2013
Left Handed Golfer?
Golf Tips For Left Handed Golfers
Most golfers are right handed, so it is difficult to find tips that can help left handed golfers to improve their game. If you are a left handed golfer in need of tips to improve your game, here are some tips that can help you put your game back on track and lower your scores.
The first thing for a left handed golfer is to get his/her club fitted. This will improve swing as fitting takes care of the various adjustments required to give effect to better swinging. Fitting your golf club will include adjustments to the shaft length, its flex and the size of the grip. In fact your grip on the club is the only way, in which you control your club. Your grip pressure should be firm, but not rigid and should allow the club to rotate as you swing to make a hit.
Many left handed golfers make a mistake of attempting to play right handed golf. Why is this? Although it sounds confusing, it is really easy to understand. In the beginning everyone plays with borrowed clubs (unless they can afford to buy their own set of expensive clubs). Since most players are right handed, a beginner 'lefty' usually borrows clubs that are unsuitable for his individual game. This leads to a bad situation, which does not allow a left-handed player to learn to play properly. So, always make sure that you play with clubs meant for left handed players.
Many left handed players continue to play with right handed clubs, even when they learn that those clubs are not right for them, for the simple reason that they have been playing with them for a long time. Thus they have difficulty improving their game. The best thing to do is to switch over to golf equipment specifically designed for left handed golfers to suit their natural swing.
When choosing golf clubs a left handed golfer should be cautious and make a careful selection as the options in left handed clubs are not as wide as they are in clubs designed for right handed players. If the right equipment is not readily available at a local store, it is better to wait for some time till it becomes available or try to visit a professional shop or a big retail outlet dealing in golfing equipment to make your purchase.
If you are unable to buy the right equipment for left handed golfers directly from stores, you can always use mail order catalogue services to place your order. The Internet is an excellent resource to locate companies, which sell the right stuff that fits the needs of left-handed golfers.
Most importantly, left handed golfers should endeavor to seek good quality professional instruction. It is an undisputable fact that a good pro can greatly help you to learn and play successful golf. You receive invaluable tips to correct your swing and tailored instructions to fit your individual style and game. The trick here is to choose the right pro. You need to inquire, whether the instructor is qualified to teach left handed golfers. You must note that most right handed instructors face a difficult time teaching golfers, who are left handed.
To your golfing success
Fran
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Friday, December 21, 2012
Beginning Golfer?
Golf-Beginner Basics I
The popularity of golf has increased tremendously over the past forty five years, giving us champions like Arnold Palmer, Greg Norman, and Tiger Woods, and world-renowned courses like Pinehurst, Augusta National and the Blue Monster at Doral.
Why has golf become so popular? It’s the opportunity to be outside, to get a good whole body workout, network with friends or business colleagues at a leisurely pace, and to play a game that you can never perfect.
Your scorecard, over time, shows your improvement, which keeps you playing again and again.
Here is a very basic lesson in golf for the person who has no clue about the game.
Golf is played on an eighteen-hole course; each hole has its "par", which is the number of tee shots (drives), fairway shots, chips (short hits as you approach the green), and putts.
The par number is based on the length and difficulty of the hole. Pars range from 3 to 6. If you get the ball in the hole in five shots on a par five hole, you "made par." If it took you six shots, it’s called a bogie, if you made it in four, it’s a birdie.
There are usually "hazards" of some sort on all the holes. Bodies of water, sand traps, and trees are strategically placed to make the hole more challenging. Beginner golfers should seek to find courses to play that are easier to play, with fewer hazards.
Each player keeps their own score, marking the number of total number of shots for each hole. At the end, each person adds their scores-the lowest number is the winner.
It is important for beginner golfers to not take themselves too seriously. It takes a long time to get good at this game; even though the professionals make it look so easy.
Take a lesson or two at the onset; it will help you develop a proper swing and help you get off to a good start.
Remember that it’s just a game. Have fun and look at the big picture-you’re outside and you’re not at work!
To your successful golfing!
Fran
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Friday, October 19, 2012
Common Golf Problems
The Most Common Golf Problem Is?
The most common problem beginners have playing golf would surely be the slice shot. This is where the ball curves through the air from left to right assuming the player is right-handed.
The flight of the golf ball is determined by the spin of the ball and a slice is caused by the ball spinning clockwise thereby causing it to travel in a clockwise arch.
The most common reason why this happens is people tend to lift their head when they strike the ball. The action of lifting the head causes the face of the club to hit across the ball and not through it. By hitting across the ball, you are essentially hitting the ball from the outside in and this is the action that causes the ball to spin clockwise.
If you tend to slice the ball try to keep your head down until after you have hit the ball. By keeping your head down, and your eye on the ball to the point of contact you will play through the ball and your swing will remain straight, which will cause the ball to follow a straight path. Keep your head down until after the ball has taken flight keeping your head and shoulders solid.
Another reason why you will get slice shots is by trying to hit the ball too hard. In doing so you could be using your arms to pull the club in and this will also cause it to spin. By hitting for less distance you can concentrate on getting the correct swing and playing for accuracy rather than length. Try reducing your swing with these smaller shots to see if this starts to correct the problem.
As you begin to hit straighter you can begin to increase the length of your back swing and go for more distance. Concentrate on accuracy first and distance follows. That is a good rule to always play by.
To successful shots
Fran
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The most common problem beginners have playing golf would surely be the slice shot. This is where the ball curves through the air from left to right assuming the player is right-handed.
The flight of the golf ball is determined by the spin of the ball and a slice is caused by the ball spinning clockwise thereby causing it to travel in a clockwise arch.
The most common reason why this happens is people tend to lift their head when they strike the ball. The action of lifting the head causes the face of the club to hit across the ball and not through it. By hitting across the ball, you are essentially hitting the ball from the outside in and this is the action that causes the ball to spin clockwise.
If you tend to slice the ball try to keep your head down until after you have hit the ball. By keeping your head down, and your eye on the ball to the point of contact you will play through the ball and your swing will remain straight, which will cause the ball to follow a straight path. Keep your head down until after the ball has taken flight keeping your head and shoulders solid.
Another reason why you will get slice shots is by trying to hit the ball too hard. In doing so you could be using your arms to pull the club in and this will also cause it to spin. By hitting for less distance you can concentrate on getting the correct swing and playing for accuracy rather than length. Try reducing your swing with these smaller shots to see if this starts to correct the problem.
As you begin to hit straighter you can begin to increase the length of your back swing and go for more distance. Concentrate on accuracy first and distance follows. That is a good rule to always play by.
To successful shots
Fran
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Friday, September 21, 2012
Golf Tips
Golf is good for you!
There’s no doubt about it that the game of golf is one that is massively popular all over the world. Golf is a low-impact sport that can provide participants of all ages not only a fun recreational activity but also some type of exercise. Golf is good for the body, it’s good for the mind, it’s good for social activities, and it’s good for business.
There has been a renewed interest in golf lately among the younger generations with the rise in popularity of golf phenomenon Tiger Woods. These days, golf is enjoyed by young and old alike. It gives fathers time to spend with sons and daughters, brothers with sisters, and friends with other friends.
The game of golf is played on both the amateur and professional levels with notoriety coming to good players locally and nationally. The professional golfers who are most famous are well-known world-wide, and often people strive to emulate them and their amazing play styles.
Of course, golf isn’t without its stressors. It’s nice to be out on the course when it’s a sunny spring day with a mild breeze, but it can be spoiled by bad shots, horrible lies, water hazards, and missed putts. You see, golf isn’t an exact science. There are many variables that go into a good golf swing, and it’s nearly impossible to perfect them all – all at the same time.
Even so, golf can become an obsession with some people as they strive to lower their scores and beat their friends. Millions of dollars is spent every year on golf lessons, magazines, how-to videos, and programs that purport to improve your golf swing and lower your score.
Golf equipment is also big business as clubs are always evolving with new technologies and equipment to build them. Big head drivers, graphite shafts, and other equipment advancements are touted as being the new best things in golf. They are advertised heavily and make claims that you just have to have these products if you want to play good golf.
If you’re not a golfer, you might wonder what’s so wonderful about this game. After all, taking a stick and hitting a little ball into a hole doesn’t sound like very much fun. But golf is challenging and involves much more than just physical ability. It requires thinking skills, deduction skills, and mental clarity. Because it’s nearly impossible to perfect a golf game, it’s a great way to challenge yourself as well as others.
We highly suggest you take up golf if you want a ways to meet new people, connect with old friends, and enjoy a fun, challenging activity. The golf course is also a great place to conduct business. There’s so much we can say about golf, but nothing extols the virtues of this sport like getting out on the links and just doing it! Happy golfing Fran
Sunday, September 16, 2012
Add Variety To Your Practice
Many golfers practicing the same shots over and over again. That's Ok if it is an area that needs concentrated attention, and the more you practice a shot the better you will become at it. If you practice a shot enough you will virtually do it on autopilot when you get to the course, but you must also remember that variety will make you a better all round golfer.
The more techniques that you can master, the better you will be on competition day. You can do this by trying new techniques when you practice.
Observe the results you get when you use different clubs or try different techniques. Try adding some spin to the ball and see how this affects the flight. Use different types of golf balls to see whether your level of expertise has changed and allowed you to get more benefit from the different ball compressions.
You may even want to consider testing new golf clubs. As your game progresses, so will your need to change equipment accordingly. You won't want to be using the same clubs you had when you started playing and you will probably not want to be using the same golf balls either. Better equipment will allow you to make shots that weren't possible before, and practice will help get you to the next level where you can take advantage of this equipment.
Try adding more backspin to your shots and see if this helps position the ball better for the next shot and offer more control on faster courses. Your practice time should also be a time where you allow yourself the opportunity to experiment and try to broaden your game. Having the ability to add spin to the ball might be the difference between hitting a tree and landing on the green.
You can never learn too much in the game of golf.
To your golfing success
Fran
Monday, January 2, 2012
Training Aids
Finding The Best Golf Trainer
It is an unending cycle for golfers to constantly try new training aids in a bid to improve their swing and putting skills. There are innumerable trainers available and advertised in golfing magazines and on the Internet. But, the key is to find the best golf trainer that can actually help you to improve your game and hence your scores.
One of the simplest trainers is the weighted golf club. The additional weight of the club not only provides additional exercise to the shoulders and other related muscles, but also provides increased momentum during the strike. You can also improve your swing technique, including your back-swing and your downswing. The weighted club will also enable you to hit the ball farther without straining your back. Once your muscles get accustomed to the additional weight, then you will be able to work the same wonders with your regular club.
Another trainer that could specifically help your swing is the golf swing plane trainer. This is a large contraption that is usually circular and is made of round PVC pipes. These pipes are assembled at an angle to your body and help you by guiding your club along its swing path. Many golf ranges have also installed these trainers to guide their members. The golf swing plane trainer is specifically used to improve your swing plane and path. Some golf swing plane trainers are also available with rubber bands that provide resistance, when hooked up with your arms. These bands provide the vital exercise that is needed to improve your shoulder, back and arm muscles.
A golf club with a hinge near the head or the grip is another trainer that can help in improving your swing. This club will teach you, on how to maintain a fluid motion and also on the correct angle, when you swing. You can also hit the balls with this club and the beauty of this invention is that it provides you with instant feedback every time you take a swing. These clubs are sold with an accompanying instructional video, in order for you to correctly use the club.
Along with the mechanical trainers, the market is also awash with hi-tech laser trainers that use one or two lasers to guide you on the correct plane of your club and the path that needs to be followed for that perfect swing. A training video and a training mat that can be used for putting and even for long shots too accompany these. These lasers are fitted near the grip of your club, in order to track your swing motion.
A costlier hi-tech trainer uses the combination of a high-speed camera linked with a computer. In this method, you will need to hook up the camera with your computer and load the software. The camera will follow your entire swing action, feed the photos or video to the computer, which will then analyze your action and display the errors that you have committed along with the right method that you need, in order to improve. Even though this method is quite costly, it can provide you with visual proof and also guide you visually, in order to improve.
The best way to find the best golf trainer that could suit your playing style is to first try them out. If you plan to order it through the Internet, then try the product at a friend's place or a golf range first, if that is possible. These golf trainers can thus help you to improve your swing and your putting techniques and this could translate into improved scores.
To your success on the golf course!!
Fran
It is an unending cycle for golfers to constantly try new training aids in a bid to improve their swing and putting skills. There are innumerable trainers available and advertised in golfing magazines and on the Internet. But, the key is to find the best golf trainer that can actually help you to improve your game and hence your scores.
One of the simplest trainers is the weighted golf club. The additional weight of the club not only provides additional exercise to the shoulders and other related muscles, but also provides increased momentum during the strike. You can also improve your swing technique, including your back-swing and your downswing. The weighted club will also enable you to hit the ball farther without straining your back. Once your muscles get accustomed to the additional weight, then you will be able to work the same wonders with your regular club.
Another trainer that could specifically help your swing is the golf swing plane trainer. This is a large contraption that is usually circular and is made of round PVC pipes. These pipes are assembled at an angle to your body and help you by guiding your club along its swing path. Many golf ranges have also installed these trainers to guide their members. The golf swing plane trainer is specifically used to improve your swing plane and path. Some golf swing plane trainers are also available with rubber bands that provide resistance, when hooked up with your arms. These bands provide the vital exercise that is needed to improve your shoulder, back and arm muscles.
A golf club with a hinge near the head or the grip is another trainer that can help in improving your swing. This club will teach you, on how to maintain a fluid motion and also on the correct angle, when you swing. You can also hit the balls with this club and the beauty of this invention is that it provides you with instant feedback every time you take a swing. These clubs are sold with an accompanying instructional video, in order for you to correctly use the club.
Along with the mechanical trainers, the market is also awash with hi-tech laser trainers that use one or two lasers to guide you on the correct plane of your club and the path that needs to be followed for that perfect swing. A training video and a training mat that can be used for putting and even for long shots too accompany these. These lasers are fitted near the grip of your club, in order to track your swing motion.
A costlier hi-tech trainer uses the combination of a high-speed camera linked with a computer. In this method, you will need to hook up the camera with your computer and load the software. The camera will follow your entire swing action, feed the photos or video to the computer, which will then analyze your action and display the errors that you have committed along with the right method that you need, in order to improve. Even though this method is quite costly, it can provide you with visual proof and also guide you visually, in order to improve.
The best way to find the best golf trainer that could suit your playing style is to first try them out. If you plan to order it through the Internet, then try the product at a friend's place or a golf range first, if that is possible. These golf trainers can thus help you to improve your swing and your putting techniques and this could translate into improved scores.
To your success on the golf course!!
Fran
Saturday, November 12, 2011
Get a Grip On Your Game
Perhaps the title of this should be "get the 'Right Grip' and that means get one that is specifically correct for you.
You can't expect the grip on your golf club to be the optimum size for both you and someone else with bigger or smaller hands.
How can the grip on the golf clubs of a large man be the right size for both him and that tiny lady playing alongside him?
What is right for her will probably be too small for him and a grip that is too small will make him tend to hold the club too tightly. This can create a problem with the swing. Just changing the grip to a bigger one can alter a game dramatically.
Your hands are your link to the golf clubs and everything that goes on below that point. Your contact point with the clubs needs to be correct if you expect to play well.
Manufacturers offer a standard size to suit the majority of buyers, however, you need to go one step further and find a grip that will allow you to control the club comfortably without having to hold it so hard that your game suffers.
Get grips for your clubs that are not only suited in size but also in the type of materials used as this can determine how tightly you will hold them.
In addition to this, you need to warm up your wrists before play to ensure they are relaxed and ready for action. Performing a few simple warm up exercises of rolling your wrist while holding your club lightly will help to reduce the possibility of injury.
Get a grip - and have fun on the golf course.
Fran
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Perhaps the title of this should be "get the 'Right Grip' and that means get one that is specifically correct for you.
You can't expect the grip on your golf club to be the optimum size for both you and someone else with bigger or smaller hands.
How can the grip on the golf clubs of a large man be the right size for both him and that tiny lady playing alongside him?
What is right for her will probably be too small for him and a grip that is too small will make him tend to hold the club too tightly. This can create a problem with the swing. Just changing the grip to a bigger one can alter a game dramatically.
Your hands are your link to the golf clubs and everything that goes on below that point. Your contact point with the clubs needs to be correct if you expect to play well.
Manufacturers offer a standard size to suit the majority of buyers, however, you need to go one step further and find a grip that will allow you to control the club comfortably without having to hold it so hard that your game suffers.
Get grips for your clubs that are not only suited in size but also in the type of materials used as this can determine how tightly you will hold them.
In addition to this, you need to warm up your wrists before play to ensure they are relaxed and ready for action. Performing a few simple warm up exercises of rolling your wrist while holding your club lightly will help to reduce the possibility of injury.
Get a grip - and have fun on the golf course.
Fran
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Friday, October 14, 2011
Improve Your Golf Game
Constant Small Improvements for Long-term Success
You should analyze your game after the shot. Look where the ball went and question what you did to get that result.
Information and education will assist in improving your game. Get that information from recommended books and videos. Get it from golf professionals who know what they are talking about, but always be wary of getting advice from friends and playing partners. There are always people willing to give you advice but bad advice is often worse than no advice at all.
If the ball has gone somewhere other than the right direction, check your alignment and see if your final stance is correct. You can find a lot of information as to why your shot has gone astray. You can look at the ground and observe the path of your club. You can look at the position of your feet after the shot. Maybe your shoes are letting you down by allowing too much movement in the conditions you are playing in. Look at the final position of your golf club. Consider how you were holding the club and whether you were gripping it too hard.
You shouldn't over analyze during the course of a game but making small improvements throughout play, when you notice areas that need adjustment, can pay dividends at the end of play.
By constantly chipping away at all aspects of your game you will see noticeable improvements that can take your handicap to the next level and that is why practice is so important.
And the practice that is most important are in the areas that you find you have the biggest weaknesses.
While it might be more fun to go to the driving range and hit the ball as far as possible, you will probably see better results from practicing improving your short game or getting better at getting your distance right on the putting green.
To your golfing success
Fran Watson
P.S. For more information on improving your golf game, click here.
You should analyze your game after the shot. Look where the ball went and question what you did to get that result.
Information and education will assist in improving your game. Get that information from recommended books and videos. Get it from golf professionals who know what they are talking about, but always be wary of getting advice from friends and playing partners. There are always people willing to give you advice but bad advice is often worse than no advice at all.
If the ball has gone somewhere other than the right direction, check your alignment and see if your final stance is correct. You can find a lot of information as to why your shot has gone astray. You can look at the ground and observe the path of your club. You can look at the position of your feet after the shot. Maybe your shoes are letting you down by allowing too much movement in the conditions you are playing in. Look at the final position of your golf club. Consider how you were holding the club and whether you were gripping it too hard.
You shouldn't over analyze during the course of a game but making small improvements throughout play, when you notice areas that need adjustment, can pay dividends at the end of play.
By constantly chipping away at all aspects of your game you will see noticeable improvements that can take your handicap to the next level and that is why practice is so important.
And the practice that is most important are in the areas that you find you have the biggest weaknesses.
While it might be more fun to go to the driving range and hit the ball as far as possible, you will probably see better results from practicing improving your short game or getting better at getting your distance right on the putting green.
To your golfing success
Fran Watson
P.S. For more information on improving your golf game, click here.
Monday, September 12, 2011
Golf Tips
Variety is the Spice of Life and It Helps Your Golf Game
I see many golfers practicing the same shots over and over again.
That's Ok if it is an area that needs concentrated attention, and the more you practice a shot the better you will become at it. If you practice a shot enough you will virtually do it on autopilot when you get to the course, but you must also remember that variety will make you a better all round golfer.
The more techniques that you can master the better you will be on competition day. You can do this by trying new techniques when you practice.
Observe the results you get when you use different clubs or try different techniques.
Try adding some spin to the ball and see how this affects the flight.
Use different types of golf balls to see whether your level of expertise has changed and allowed you to get more benefit from the different ball compressions.
Even consider testing new golf clubs.
As your game progresses, so will your need to change equipment accordingly.
You won't want to be using the same clubs you had when you started playing and you will probably not want to be using the same golf balls either.
Better equipment will allow you to make shots that weren't possible before, and practice will help get you to the next level where you can take advantage of this equipment.
Try adding more backspin to your shots and see if this helps position the ball better for the next shot and offer more control on faster courses.
Your practice time should also be a time where you allow yourself the opportunity to experiment and try to broaden your game.
Having the ability to add spin to the ball might be the difference between hitting a tree and landing on the green.
You can never learn too much in the game of golf.
Remember practice makes perfect, but only when you practice the right things...
Fran
P.S. Check out Mike Pederson's Power Golf Program Click Here!
I see many golfers practicing the same shots over and over again.
That's Ok if it is an area that needs concentrated attention, and the more you practice a shot the better you will become at it. If you practice a shot enough you will virtually do it on autopilot when you get to the course, but you must also remember that variety will make you a better all round golfer.
The more techniques that you can master the better you will be on competition day. You can do this by trying new techniques when you practice.
Observe the results you get when you use different clubs or try different techniques.
Try adding some spin to the ball and see how this affects the flight.
Use different types of golf balls to see whether your level of expertise has changed and allowed you to get more benefit from the different ball compressions.
Even consider testing new golf clubs.
As your game progresses, so will your need to change equipment accordingly.
You won't want to be using the same clubs you had when you started playing and you will probably not want to be using the same golf balls either.
Better equipment will allow you to make shots that weren't possible before, and practice will help get you to the next level where you can take advantage of this equipment.
Try adding more backspin to your shots and see if this helps position the ball better for the next shot and offer more control on faster courses.
Your practice time should also be a time where you allow yourself the opportunity to experiment and try to broaden your game.
Having the ability to add spin to the ball might be the difference between hitting a tree and landing on the green.
You can never learn too much in the game of golf.
Remember practice makes perfect, but only when you practice the right things...
Fran
P.S. Check out Mike Pederson's Power Golf Program Click Here!
Monday, September 5, 2011
Improve Your Golf Game by Improving Your Balance
A Balanced Approach
Golf is all about balance.
You need to get the right balance on your feet, in the movement of your body, in the swing of the clubs and so on.
Balance goes further than just the body however. You need a balanced approach to the game with your mind in sync with your body.
You need to only consider the one stroke that you are playing and not let other holes impact on your balance.
When we get golf lessons we're taught about the distribution of weight on our feet and the weight distribution when we swing to strike the ball.
Many of the techniques seem foreign to the beginner but it is all about training the player to find balance in their game so the actions are effortless and natural.
Our balance should flow through with the movement of the swing in one fluid action to the striking of the ball and even after the ball has been hit with a balanced follow through.
It is a natural feeling that will become second nature with practice.
It is through finding balance in your mind and body that you will start hitting consistently good shots. Without this it will be very difficult to find any consistency in your game.
Once you get your upper body correctly positioned behind the ball, you will find that you are naturally placing more weight on the back foot.
Try it next time you have a practice swing. Stand balanced on your feet with no more pressure on the front of the foot than the back. Position yourself behind the ball and gently swing through without making any effort to concentrate on the distribution of the weight on you feet.
You will find that this will come naturally with no effort at all and that is precisely how you should feel when you are striking the ball.
Different strokes for different folks - have a great game!!
Fran
Golf is all about balance.
You need to get the right balance on your feet, in the movement of your body, in the swing of the clubs and so on.
Balance goes further than just the body however. You need a balanced approach to the game with your mind in sync with your body.
You need to only consider the one stroke that you are playing and not let other holes impact on your balance.
When we get golf lessons we're taught about the distribution of weight on our feet and the weight distribution when we swing to strike the ball.
Many of the techniques seem foreign to the beginner but it is all about training the player to find balance in their game so the actions are effortless and natural.
Our balance should flow through with the movement of the swing in one fluid action to the striking of the ball and even after the ball has been hit with a balanced follow through.
It is a natural feeling that will become second nature with practice.
It is through finding balance in your mind and body that you will start hitting consistently good shots. Without this it will be very difficult to find any consistency in your game.
Once you get your upper body correctly positioned behind the ball, you will find that you are naturally placing more weight on the back foot.
Try it next time you have a practice swing. Stand balanced on your feet with no more pressure on the front of the foot than the back. Position yourself behind the ball and gently swing through without making any effort to concentrate on the distribution of the weight on you feet.
You will find that this will come naturally with no effort at all and that is precisely how you should feel when you are striking the ball.
Different strokes for different folks - have a great game!!
Fran
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Improve Your Golf Game
A Powerful New Way To Improve Your Golf Game!
http://www.trianglecustomclubs.com/powermindgolf.php
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You have probably heard this advice before, but it is worth repeating:
Every shot you hit a golf should have a goal behind it.
Your scorecard can only be improved by increasing your skills and
having an understanding of just how to properly prepare and push
yourself on every shot you make. You should be asking yourself:
What do I expect from this shot? What is a reasonable result?
Reasonable Goals To Better Your Score
The key to becoming a better golf player and lowering your score
is to totally avoid taking too many putt shots on the green.
Regardless of how well you can skyrocket the ball from your tee shot
and landing it on the green within regulations, if you take an
unacceptable amount of strokes to get the ball into the hole,
the opportunity to better your score has been wasted.
There is no excuse for this.
The Initial Goal
Do not confuse goals with expectations. An expectation is an
action that is reasonable and one that should happen every time
you decide on the outcome. A goal, on the other hand, is something
in which you are reaching high for, but may take a little time
to reach. Once reached, the goal can then become an expectation
through repetition.
The initial goal you should have in golf is to send the ball
into the hole within 36 putts or fewer, on an 18 hole course.
This means that you must hit two putts or less on every green.
This goal obviously becomes easier to achieve the closer you can
hit the ball to the green, but those times where it lands 30 to
50 feet away from the hole, you've got yourself a major feat to
accomplish. It's going to take extreme focus to make long putt
shots successful.
Make Every Putt Count
By accepting the challenge of this article to play every golf
game with the goal of 36 or fewer putts, you've taken a big
step towards improving yourself and your skill. However, do not
let this challenge get in the way of your confidence.
When facing a long putt, you may have the tendency to get lazy
and lose confidence in knowing that you could make the shot.
This may cause you to swing at the ball in a halfhearted matter
and quit your goal before even trying.
Too Much Confidence Can Hurt
Even if the shot appears to be too easy, the same negative outcome
may happen as well. You may have been very successful in getting
the ball close to the hole, but feel overly confident and attack
the ball with too much aggressiveness. Instead of staying focused,
your overconfidence and lack of concentration may cause an easy 2'
foot putt to completely miss the hole.
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Hit 'em straight
Ben
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PO Box 99742
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info@trianglecustomclubs.com
888-278-3631
*****************************
Yours for a better golf game!!!
Fran Watson
P.S. Check out more tips here: http://www.tips-on-golfing.com
http://www.trianglecustomclubs.com/powermindgolf.php
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You have probably heard this advice before, but it is worth repeating:
Every shot you hit a golf should have a goal behind it.
Your scorecard can only be improved by increasing your skills and
having an understanding of just how to properly prepare and push
yourself on every shot you make. You should be asking yourself:
What do I expect from this shot? What is a reasonable result?
Reasonable Goals To Better Your Score
The key to becoming a better golf player and lowering your score
is to totally avoid taking too many putt shots on the green.
Regardless of how well you can skyrocket the ball from your tee shot
and landing it on the green within regulations, if you take an
unacceptable amount of strokes to get the ball into the hole,
the opportunity to better your score has been wasted.
There is no excuse for this.
The Initial Goal
Do not confuse goals with expectations. An expectation is an
action that is reasonable and one that should happen every time
you decide on the outcome. A goal, on the other hand, is something
in which you are reaching high for, but may take a little time
to reach. Once reached, the goal can then become an expectation
through repetition.
The initial goal you should have in golf is to send the ball
into the hole within 36 putts or fewer, on an 18 hole course.
This means that you must hit two putts or less on every green.
This goal obviously becomes easier to achieve the closer you can
hit the ball to the green, but those times where it lands 30 to
50 feet away from the hole, you've got yourself a major feat to
accomplish. It's going to take extreme focus to make long putt
shots successful.
Make Every Putt Count
By accepting the challenge of this article to play every golf
game with the goal of 36 or fewer putts, you've taken a big
step towards improving yourself and your skill. However, do not
let this challenge get in the way of your confidence.
When facing a long putt, you may have the tendency to get lazy
and lose confidence in knowing that you could make the shot.
This may cause you to swing at the ball in a halfhearted matter
and quit your goal before even trying.
Too Much Confidence Can Hurt
Even if the shot appears to be too easy, the same negative outcome
may happen as well. You may have been very successful in getting
the ball close to the hole, but feel overly confident and attack
the ball with too much aggressiveness. Instead of staying focused,
your overconfidence and lack of concentration may cause an easy 2'
foot putt to completely miss the hole.
============================================
Hit 'em straight
Ben
MORE GOLF TIPS:
http://www.trianglecustomclubs.com/freeonlinegolftips
http://www.trianglecustomclubs.com/golf-tips
http://www.trianglecustomclubs.com/putting-tips
http://www.trianglecustomclubs.com/greatgolftips
Golf Products:
http://www.trianglecustomclubs.com
http://www.howtobuildgolfclubs.com
http://www.trianglecustomclubs.com/golfcarts
http://www.trianglecustomclubs.com/golfclubs
Golf Humor
http://www.trianglecustomclubs.com/Funny
Triangle Custom Clubs
PO Box 99742
Raleigh NC 27615
info@trianglecustomclubs.com
888-278-3631
*****************************
Yours for a better golf game!!!
Fran Watson
P.S. Check out more tips here: http://www.tips-on-golfing.com
Thursday, March 5, 2009
Accuracy First
Accuracy First and Distance Will Follow
Most beginners have one thing in mind, and that is to hit the ball as far as possible.
Many golfers never quite get out of this mindset and this is one of the reasons why they will never get the distance that they are capable of hitting the ball.
The wise golfer will practice for accuracy first and concentrate on the distance once they have mastered the art of control.
It's not much point hitting the big yards off the tee if the ball is going to end up on another fairway or in the rough. All you will succeed in doing is make the following shots all the more difficult.
A drive down the center of the fairway, albeit a few meters shorter, will set you up for a better approach shot and a lower round score.
By playing with smaller, more controlled swings, you will gain control of your shots sooner and you will progress to the longer distances faster. You will be learning correct techniques that will hold you in good steed for the rest of your playing career.
By developing accuracy first, you will also be lengthening the distance of your drives and will in fact hit the ball further.
By starting with smaller swings it will be easier to train your body to develop the correct actions, and these actions will always be needed when you progress to the longer drives.
As you master your swing, you can progress to a full swing knowing that you will have the control to hit the ball in the right direction. This combination of correct action and a full swing will ensure you will hit the ball further than would be possible if you had only aimed for the big shots from the outset.
If you find that your drives are going wayward, then it would be wise to focus on control, even if that means limiting your swing until you are hitting the ball straight.
To accuracy and success
Fran
http://www.tips-on-golfing.com/
Most beginners have one thing in mind, and that is to hit the ball as far as possible.
Many golfers never quite get out of this mindset and this is one of the reasons why they will never get the distance that they are capable of hitting the ball.
The wise golfer will practice for accuracy first and concentrate on the distance once they have mastered the art of control.
It's not much point hitting the big yards off the tee if the ball is going to end up on another fairway or in the rough. All you will succeed in doing is make the following shots all the more difficult.
A drive down the center of the fairway, albeit a few meters shorter, will set you up for a better approach shot and a lower round score.
By playing with smaller, more controlled swings, you will gain control of your shots sooner and you will progress to the longer distances faster. You will be learning correct techniques that will hold you in good steed for the rest of your playing career.
By developing accuracy first, you will also be lengthening the distance of your drives and will in fact hit the ball further.
By starting with smaller swings it will be easier to train your body to develop the correct actions, and these actions will always be needed when you progress to the longer drives.
As you master your swing, you can progress to a full swing knowing that you will have the control to hit the ball in the right direction. This combination of correct action and a full swing will ensure you will hit the ball further than would be possible if you had only aimed for the big shots from the outset.
If you find that your drives are going wayward, then it would be wise to focus on control, even if that means limiting your swing until you are hitting the ball straight.
To accuracy and success
Fran
http://www.tips-on-golfing.com/
Sunday, February 22, 2009
How To Correct A Golf Slice
Most beginning and more experienced amateur golfers need to know how to correct a golf slice from time to time. It is a common mistake in the swing and even after correction, it can reappear with frustrating frequency.
Many problems like this would be avoided if everybody took professional lessons right at the beginning of their golfing career, but of course most of us didn't do that. Most golfers start out playing in a casual way and only take lessons after they find that they enjoy the game. By that time, many bad habits have already developed.
Slicing the ball creates a side spin that sends the ball away from the intended direction of the shot. It is a very common mistake because it is difficult to correct.
It is possible to buy a wrist band or elbow strap that will restrain the arm so that it follows a more correct path during the swing. This will often help and it may be worth trying these restraints, which you can easily find online.
You can also practice some drills for the swing which have been developed by researchers at the University of Southern Carolina. These exercises divide the swing into a number of different sections which are practiced separately. After the body has learned the correct movement for each part, they are put together to form a full swing. The theory is that the brain learns the individual actions more easily this way, and will co-ordinate them better.
Often a golfer will find that they have particular trouble with just one part of the swing. In that case, the drill for that section can be worked on by itself. Many golfers know from friends or a coach that they have a particular swing fault. There is the 'toe-in' drill that affects the position of the body during the swing. The 'split hand' drill allows the golfer to correct the release by becoming aware of the path of the swing.
Seeing the path of the swing can be very effective as a corrective measure, especially if you swing from outside in. Here is how to do it. Stand in front of a mirror so that you can clearly see, without being so close that you risk breaking it in the follow-through. Take a club - but not a ball - and swing very slowly as if you wanted to drive a ball through the center of the mirror. Stop at the half way point of the follow through. Without moving your head, look to see if you can see your nose. You should not be able to see it, because the head of the club should cover your view of it in the mirror.
Another drill involves looking at the mirror right through the swing. You should see the image of the club going through the line of your eyes in the mirror, on both the swing and the follow-through. Practice your swing until this happens consistently.
Maintaining good flexibility in your body can have a very beneficial effect on the swing. The back, hips and shoulders are particularly important. If you are stiff or have restricted movement in any joints, your game will suffer. Yoga exercises are very good for improving flexibility, or ask your coach to suggest some exercises to help you loosen up and correct your golf slice.
To overcoming your slice!
Fran Watson
http://www.tips-on-golfing.com/
Many problems like this would be avoided if everybody took professional lessons right at the beginning of their golfing career, but of course most of us didn't do that. Most golfers start out playing in a casual way and only take lessons after they find that they enjoy the game. By that time, many bad habits have already developed.
Slicing the ball creates a side spin that sends the ball away from the intended direction of the shot. It is a very common mistake because it is difficult to correct.
It is possible to buy a wrist band or elbow strap that will restrain the arm so that it follows a more correct path during the swing. This will often help and it may be worth trying these restraints, which you can easily find online.
You can also practice some drills for the swing which have been developed by researchers at the University of Southern Carolina. These exercises divide the swing into a number of different sections which are practiced separately. After the body has learned the correct movement for each part, they are put together to form a full swing. The theory is that the brain learns the individual actions more easily this way, and will co-ordinate them better.
Often a golfer will find that they have particular trouble with just one part of the swing. In that case, the drill for that section can be worked on by itself. Many golfers know from friends or a coach that they have a particular swing fault. There is the 'toe-in' drill that affects the position of the body during the swing. The 'split hand' drill allows the golfer to correct the release by becoming aware of the path of the swing.
Seeing the path of the swing can be very effective as a corrective measure, especially if you swing from outside in. Here is how to do it. Stand in front of a mirror so that you can clearly see, without being so close that you risk breaking it in the follow-through. Take a club - but not a ball - and swing very slowly as if you wanted to drive a ball through the center of the mirror. Stop at the half way point of the follow through. Without moving your head, look to see if you can see your nose. You should not be able to see it, because the head of the club should cover your view of it in the mirror.
Another drill involves looking at the mirror right through the swing. You should see the image of the club going through the line of your eyes in the mirror, on both the swing and the follow-through. Practice your swing until this happens consistently.
Maintaining good flexibility in your body can have a very beneficial effect on the swing. The back, hips and shoulders are particularly important. If you are stiff or have restricted movement in any joints, your game will suffer. Yoga exercises are very good for improving flexibility, or ask your coach to suggest some exercises to help you loosen up and correct your golf slice.
To overcoming your slice!
Fran Watson
http://www.tips-on-golfing.com/
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Christmas Gifts for Golfers
Wondering what to buy that golfer in your life? Check out the specials available here at Kkylara's Korner.
The Best Golf Cart Accessories To Customize Your Cart
Golf cart accessories are the way to go if you own a golf cart and want it to look a little different from the standard carts that can be rented at most courses. As the proud owner of a golf cart you are probably willing to spend a little money to have it look unique and be the way that you want. Golf carts that are left exactly as they were shipped from the manufacturer often seem a little lacking. There is a lot that can be done to upgrade them both for their appearance and their practical use.
A golf cart contains many components that can easily be upgraded individually, either to make it a better ride, or just to make it look cool. For example you could have leather seat covers fitted and have the wheel leather-covered to match. You can paint or replace shocks and wheel rims. You can choose an overall look to your cart that could be a certain color or a larger amount of chrome.
If you want your cart to look very different from the mass-produced vehicles that you see everywhere, you could go ahead and rebuild large parts of the body, but this is usually expensive. A quicker way is to order a body kit that can be fitted to your cart in a few hours. This will be much cheaper, too. Or you may prefer to use a decal and paint kit that was designed for automobiles. This would be easy to adapt to your golf cart.
Some people prefer to make smaller changes to their carts over a period of time so that they can see what looks best as they work on customizing their cart. Others like to do everything at the same time and have it looking perfect right away. If you do a reasonable job of making your cart individual, you will find that you receive a lot of compliments about it. It can break the ice with golfers that you do not know, as you explain what you did and how you did it.
You can also buy many accessories to add to the usefulness of your cart. For example you can find all-weather protection that covers the cart all around if you like to play in any kind of weather. For sunny days, you can have a removable windshield so that you do not have to peer through the glass or plastic shield when you could be enjoying warm fresh air on your face and an unobstructed view.
You may like to have a radio in your cart, a cooler or four-cup drinks holder, or an item more related to the golf course such as a divot repair kit. All of these and more golf cart accessories can be ordered online.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
Fran Watson
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Here's an Extra Tip for you
Correcting A Slice
Most beginning and more experienced amateur golfers need to know how to correct golf slice from time to time. It is the most common mistake in the swing and even after correction, can reappear with frustrating frequency.
Many problems like this would be avoided if everybody took professional lessons right at the beginning of their golfing, but of course most of us didn't do that. Most golfers start out playing in a casual way and only take lessons after they find that they enjoy the game. At that time, many bad habits have already developed.
Slicing the ball creates a side spin that sends the ball away from the intended direction of the shot. It is a very common mistake because it is difficult to correct.
It is possible to buy a wrist band or elbow strap that will restrain the arm so that it follows a more correct path during the swing. This will often help and it is worth trying these restraints, which you can easily find online.
You can also practice some drills for the swing which have been developed by researchers at the University of Southern Carolina. These exercises divide the swing into a number of different sections which are practiced separately. After the body has learnt the correct movement for each part, they are put together to form a full swing. The theory is that the brain learns the individual actions more easily this way, and will co-ordinate them better.
Often a golfer will find that they have particular trouble with just one part of the swing. In that case, the drill for that section can be worked on by itself. Many golfers know from friends or a coach that they have a particular swing fault. There is the 'toe-in' drill that affects the position of the body during the swing. The 'split hand' drill allows the golfer to correct the release by becoming aware of the path of the swing.
Seeing the path of the swing can be very effective as a corrective measure, especially if you swing from outside in. Here is how to do it. Stand in front of a mirror so that you can clearly see, without being so close that you risk breaking it in the follow-through. Take a club - but not a ball - and swing very slowly as if you wanted to drive a ball through the center of the mirror. Stop at the half way point of the follow through. Without moving your head, look to see if you can see your nose. You should not be able to see it, because the head of the club should cover your view of it in the mirror.
Another drill involves looking at the mirror right through the swing. You should see the image of the club going through the line of your eyes in the mirror, on both the swing and the follow-through. Practice your swing until this happens consistently.
Maintaining good flexibility in your body can have a very beneficial effect on the swing. The back, hips and shoulders are particularly important. If you are stiff or have restricted movement in any joints, your game will suffer. Yoga exercises are very good for improving flexibility, or ask your coach to suggest some exercises to help you loosen up and correct golf slice.
Happy Golfing
Fran
http://www.tips-on-golfing.com/
The Best Golf Cart Accessories To Customize Your Cart
Golf cart accessories are the way to go if you own a golf cart and want it to look a little different from the standard carts that can be rented at most courses. As the proud owner of a golf cart you are probably willing to spend a little money to have it look unique and be the way that you want. Golf carts that are left exactly as they were shipped from the manufacturer often seem a little lacking. There is a lot that can be done to upgrade them both for their appearance and their practical use.
A golf cart contains many components that can easily be upgraded individually, either to make it a better ride, or just to make it look cool. For example you could have leather seat covers fitted and have the wheel leather-covered to match. You can paint or replace shocks and wheel rims. You can choose an overall look to your cart that could be a certain color or a larger amount of chrome.
If you want your cart to look very different from the mass-produced vehicles that you see everywhere, you could go ahead and rebuild large parts of the body, but this is usually expensive. A quicker way is to order a body kit that can be fitted to your cart in a few hours. This will be much cheaper, too. Or you may prefer to use a decal and paint kit that was designed for automobiles. This would be easy to adapt to your golf cart.
Some people prefer to make smaller changes to their carts over a period of time so that they can see what looks best as they work on customizing their cart. Others like to do everything at the same time and have it looking perfect right away. If you do a reasonable job of making your cart individual, you will find that you receive a lot of compliments about it. It can break the ice with golfers that you do not know, as you explain what you did and how you did it.
You can also buy many accessories to add to the usefulness of your cart. For example you can find all-weather protection that covers the cart all around if you like to play in any kind of weather. For sunny days, you can have a removable windshield so that you do not have to peer through the glass or plastic shield when you could be enjoying warm fresh air on your face and an unobstructed view.
You may like to have a radio in your cart, a cooler or four-cup drinks holder, or an item more related to the golf course such as a divot repair kit. All of these and more golf cart accessories can be ordered online.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
Fran Watson
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Here's an Extra Tip for you
Correcting A Slice
Most beginning and more experienced amateur golfers need to know how to correct golf slice from time to time. It is the most common mistake in the swing and even after correction, can reappear with frustrating frequency.
Many problems like this would be avoided if everybody took professional lessons right at the beginning of their golfing, but of course most of us didn't do that. Most golfers start out playing in a casual way and only take lessons after they find that they enjoy the game. At that time, many bad habits have already developed.
Slicing the ball creates a side spin that sends the ball away from the intended direction of the shot. It is a very common mistake because it is difficult to correct.
It is possible to buy a wrist band or elbow strap that will restrain the arm so that it follows a more correct path during the swing. This will often help and it is worth trying these restraints, which you can easily find online.
You can also practice some drills for the swing which have been developed by researchers at the University of Southern Carolina. These exercises divide the swing into a number of different sections which are practiced separately. After the body has learnt the correct movement for each part, they are put together to form a full swing. The theory is that the brain learns the individual actions more easily this way, and will co-ordinate them better.
Often a golfer will find that they have particular trouble with just one part of the swing. In that case, the drill for that section can be worked on by itself. Many golfers know from friends or a coach that they have a particular swing fault. There is the 'toe-in' drill that affects the position of the body during the swing. The 'split hand' drill allows the golfer to correct the release by becoming aware of the path of the swing.
Seeing the path of the swing can be very effective as a corrective measure, especially if you swing from outside in. Here is how to do it. Stand in front of a mirror so that you can clearly see, without being so close that you risk breaking it in the follow-through. Take a club - but not a ball - and swing very slowly as if you wanted to drive a ball through the center of the mirror. Stop at the half way point of the follow through. Without moving your head, look to see if you can see your nose. You should not be able to see it, because the head of the club should cover your view of it in the mirror.
Another drill involves looking at the mirror right through the swing. You should see the image of the club going through the line of your eyes in the mirror, on both the swing and the follow-through. Practice your swing until this happens consistently.
Maintaining good flexibility in your body can have a very beneficial effect on the swing. The back, hips and shoulders are particularly important. If you are stiff or have restricted movement in any joints, your game will suffer. Yoga exercises are very good for improving flexibility, or ask your coach to suggest some exercises to help you loosen up and correct golf slice.
Happy Golfing
Fran
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Wednesday, August 6, 2008
Accuracy Is Important
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Often beginning golfers think that the most important thing is to hit the ball as far as possible. Many golfers never quite get out of this mindset and this is one of the reasons why they will never get the distance that they are capable of hitting the ball.
The wise golfer will practice for accuracy first and concentrate on the distance once they have mastered the art of control.
There is no point hitting for distance off the tee if the ball is going to end up on another fairway or in the rough. All you will succeed in doing is make your following shots all the more difficult.
A shorter drive down the center of the fairway, can often set you up for a better approach shot and a lower round score.
As you practice smaller, more controlled swings, you will gain control of your shots sooner and you will progress to the longer distances faster. You will be learning correct techniques that will hold you in good stead for the rest of your playing career.
By developing accuracy first, and then lengthening the distance of your drives you will in fact hit the ball further.
It will be easier to train your body to develop the correct actions, if you start slowly with less distance, and these actions will always be needed when you progress to the longer drives.
After you master your swing, you can progress to a full swing knowing that you will have the control to hit the ball in the right direction. This combination of correct action and a full swing will ensure you will hit the ball further than would be possible if you had only aimed for the big shots from the outset.
If you find that your drives are going wayward, then it would be wise to focus on control, even if that means limiting your swing until you are hitting the ball straight.
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4 Steps To The Perfect Golf Swing
Before you make your swing to hit the ball, it is best to have a routine that you can quickly go through in order to bring together your focus and mental energy.
Every player has their own way of approaching the ball before they take their swing.
Below is an example of a typical pre-shot routine that you can use for your personal use:
Step 1: Take one practice swing.
Many players, especially beginners, tend to overdo this first step by taking too many practice swings. Unfortunately, taking too many practice swings can make a person more nervous and less confident about the shot.
All you need is one decent practice swing before hitting the ball.
Keep it simple and try to keep your mind off of the swing as much as possible. Your goal is to simply limber up your arms and shoulders, not over-stressing the play.
Step 2: Visualize the outcome of the shot you wish to see.
Once you have loosened up with a practice swing, take a few steps back and mentally visualize the clubhead hitting the ball in perfect harmony with your desired aim.
Picture the ball flying through the air, with a perfect arc, and then landing exactly where you want it to go. Literally pretend that you are making a real shot, then step up to the ball for the real thing.
Step 3: Get your aim dialed in.
Now it is time to get your aim set up so that you can hit the ball directly to your desired landing spot. You must align yourself with the clubhead in accordance with the turf and the distance you need to reach your goal.
Once you are ready, select a second target that is a few feet in front of you, one that is in the direct line of fire. This second target makes it easier to hit the ball towards your destination.
Step 4: Fire!
At this point, you have taken one practice swing, visualized the entire shot in your mind, and have dialed in perfectly with your aim. It is now time to swing your club. Before you make your shot, however,be sure to stay limber by wiggling the clubhead a bit.
Once you're ready, it is time to get your backswing in motion and go
for the gold!
Happy Swinging
Fran
P.S. Don't Forget Your FREE REPORT Click Here!
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More Tips
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Often beginning golfers think that the most important thing is to hit the ball as far as possible. Many golfers never quite get out of this mindset and this is one of the reasons why they will never get the distance that they are capable of hitting the ball.
The wise golfer will practice for accuracy first and concentrate on the distance once they have mastered the art of control.
There is no point hitting for distance off the tee if the ball is going to end up on another fairway or in the rough. All you will succeed in doing is make your following shots all the more difficult.
A shorter drive down the center of the fairway, can often set you up for a better approach shot and a lower round score.
As you practice smaller, more controlled swings, you will gain control of your shots sooner and you will progress to the longer distances faster. You will be learning correct techniques that will hold you in good stead for the rest of your playing career.
By developing accuracy first, and then lengthening the distance of your drives you will in fact hit the ball further.
It will be easier to train your body to develop the correct actions, if you start slowly with less distance, and these actions will always be needed when you progress to the longer drives.
After you master your swing, you can progress to a full swing knowing that you will have the control to hit the ball in the right direction. This combination of correct action and a full swing will ensure you will hit the ball further than would be possible if you had only aimed for the big shots from the outset.
If you find that your drives are going wayward, then it would be wise to focus on control, even if that means limiting your swing until you are hitting the ball straight.
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4 Steps To The Perfect Golf Swing
Before you make your swing to hit the ball, it is best to have a routine that you can quickly go through in order to bring together your focus and mental energy.
Every player has their own way of approaching the ball before they take their swing.
Below is an example of a typical pre-shot routine that you can use for your personal use:
Step 1: Take one practice swing.
Many players, especially beginners, tend to overdo this first step by taking too many practice swings. Unfortunately, taking too many practice swings can make a person more nervous and less confident about the shot.
All you need is one decent practice swing before hitting the ball.
Keep it simple and try to keep your mind off of the swing as much as possible. Your goal is to simply limber up your arms and shoulders, not over-stressing the play.
Step 2: Visualize the outcome of the shot you wish to see.
Once you have loosened up with a practice swing, take a few steps back and mentally visualize the clubhead hitting the ball in perfect harmony with your desired aim.
Picture the ball flying through the air, with a perfect arc, and then landing exactly where you want it to go. Literally pretend that you are making a real shot, then step up to the ball for the real thing.
Step 3: Get your aim dialed in.
Now it is time to get your aim set up so that you can hit the ball directly to your desired landing spot. You must align yourself with the clubhead in accordance with the turf and the distance you need to reach your goal.
Once you are ready, select a second target that is a few feet in front of you, one that is in the direct line of fire. This second target makes it easier to hit the ball towards your destination.
Step 4: Fire!
At this point, you have taken one practice swing, visualized the entire shot in your mind, and have dialed in perfectly with your aim. It is now time to swing your club. Before you make your shot, however,be sure to stay limber by wiggling the clubhead a bit.
Once you're ready, it is time to get your backswing in motion and go
for the gold!
Happy Swinging
Fran
P.S. Don't Forget Your FREE REPORT Click Here!
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Sunday, August 3, 2008
Your Personal Golf Pro
Your Own Personal Golf Pro at Every Game
Have you ever considered what the source of your problems might have been when you just finished a poor round of golf?
Many people will be surprised to know that most of their problems stemmed from the way they were holding their clubs.
You probably already know the situation I am about to describe. You hit a bad shot and then you tell yourself that the next shot has to be better to compensate and the pressure begins to grow.
Along with the increasing pressure is a tendency to grip the clubs too hard.
Tension has a tendency to make us do that. And then along with this tight grip we have on the club goes a corresponding loss of control.
The ball starts flying in all directions, and the tension builds ever more, until you look at your knuckles and they are white from the pressure. If your clubs had to breathe you would have choked them by now.
I had a playing partner who had a simple list of instructions that he would read when his game started to fall apart and at the top of that list was 'don't strangle the clubs'
It's simple and we all know about it, but this visual reminder was all that it would take to get his game back on course and ensure that the tension wasn't there in the rest of his game.
This technique of having written guidelines was so powerful that several other people started using it. It was like having your own personal golf pro walking with you and giving you the necessary instructions when things started to go wrong.
Those words would allow him to focus on the next shot and release all the tension that would have otherwise crept into his game.
Try carrying your own list of 'game savers' around with you next time and don't hesitate to read them at the first sign your game might be falling apart.
It is an incredibly powerful technique.
Here's to keeping things under control!
Fran
Have you ever considered what the source of your problems might have been when you just finished a poor round of golf?
Many people will be surprised to know that most of their problems stemmed from the way they were holding their clubs.
You probably already know the situation I am about to describe. You hit a bad shot and then you tell yourself that the next shot has to be better to compensate and the pressure begins to grow.
Along with the increasing pressure is a tendency to grip the clubs too hard.
Tension has a tendency to make us do that. And then along with this tight grip we have on the club goes a corresponding loss of control.
The ball starts flying in all directions, and the tension builds ever more, until you look at your knuckles and they are white from the pressure. If your clubs had to breathe you would have choked them by now.
I had a playing partner who had a simple list of instructions that he would read when his game started to fall apart and at the top of that list was 'don't strangle the clubs'
It's simple and we all know about it, but this visual reminder was all that it would take to get his game back on course and ensure that the tension wasn't there in the rest of his game.
This technique of having written guidelines was so powerful that several other people started using it. It was like having your own personal golf pro walking with you and giving you the necessary instructions when things started to go wrong.
Those words would allow him to focus on the next shot and release all the tension that would have otherwise crept into his game.
Try carrying your own list of 'game savers' around with you next time and don't hesitate to read them at the first sign your game might be falling apart.
It is an incredibly powerful technique.
Here's to keeping things under control!
Fran
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