How to Find The Right Golf Swing Technique
14. November 2009 by Tee It Up Pro Shop.
There are some games which are rewarding yet frustrating at the same time; and golf is definitely one of these. Building your skills as a golfer is mostly about improving your golf swing technique. Most people will tell you that you can never actually have a perfect swing but it is instead a process of continual improvement. If you’ve been frustrated by seeing your drives go slightly awry, only to wonder why you can’t hit them like that all the time when you do manage to get a satisfying swing off, this article may be able to help.
It is your Golf Swing Technique which makes all the difference in how your drives go. As in bowling or baseball, there is something of a science to a good swing; it’s all a matter of learning what works best for you. Naturally, it’s harder than it looks on paper, but the following tips may help you to find the golf swing technique which best suits your game.
The 3 Parts Of The Swing
A golf swing has three parts: backswing, downswing and follow through. All three of these elements have to flow into one fluid motion and all three must be worked on in order to achieve this. Many golfers find it easiest to practice each component of their swing on its own.
Stance
Unless you are already a more or less expert golfer, then you will usually do best using the same stance for every swing. Stand with your feet apart just enough to form a straight line with your shoulders and bend your knees just enough to remain balanced while you shift your weight moving through the backswing.
The Grip
Your grip should also be the same for every shot. If you’re still learning the game or you’ve been having trouble with your scores, then a simple interlock grip is probably the best way to go. Remember that your grip should be neither too loose nor too tight. You need to keep control of your club while making sure that your wrists have just enough range of motion to move through your swing.
Practice As You Play
While working on your golf swing technique, you should take every opportunity available to you to practice. Even when you’re on the green playing a game of golf this is a chance to work on your swing. Remember not to get in the way of other golfers, but use this opportunity to get in some practice.
Get Fit
Being in good shape and flexible isn’t just good for your health, but also for your game. When you’ve built up more strength and flexibility, you’ll have better balance and more control over your shots. If you’re all about the long drives, this will also help you with that.
Many different aspects make for better golf swing technique. The tips in this article are not everything you need to know, but they are a good start. With diligent practice, your game will improve over time.
The Mental Keys To Great Golf
14. November 2009 by Tee It Up Pro Shop.
I’ve had the privilege of giving many people a golf lesson. There is nothing that brings more satisfaction to my work than helping someone play better or reach their particular golf goals. For many years, I must admit though that I focused primarily on the golf swing and the physical techniques surrounding the game of golf. In the end, this may have shortchanged my students somewhat because I was guilty, like so many instructors, for leaving out the most important part of the game.
Afterall, we cannot play our best golf without a clear and directed mind.
If you’ve ever felt nervous on the golf course, or found any part of the game frustrating then it’s pretty obvious that this is an issue of the mindset. So why do we spend so much on the physical golf swing?
I think it’s more out of habit for one thing and for another we all have to admit that it can be a lot more fun hitting balls on the range or playing around on the course. Nevertheless, the most powerful work and practice will end up happening in your head…so maybe it would be a good idea to learn to like this type of training.
In this article I want to share with you several things that will make this work more enjoyable just as it has for many of my students. Afterall, the cold hard truth is, if it isn’t fun, it won’t get done.
So let’s make a game of it. In my training I like to help students learn to visualize better. I use techniques that help a player reach into their subconscious mind and make changes where they really matter the most. I could go on about all the tools we have at our disposal but more importantly I think it would be best if you and I sat down and really thought about what we want out of our golf game. This is where the whole process starts.
Decide what it is you really want out of your golf game. It could be anything. A lower score, longer drives, making more putts. I don’t really care what it is, but I do care about the why behind the want. Can you tell me why you want this goal?
Get out a sheet of paper and grab a pencil. I want you to write down no less than 50 reasons and or benefits to achieving this goal that you have made. Nothing is out of line here…write down anything and everything that comes to mind.
When you’re done, look this list over closely. Did you get 50 things? I hope so, because if you did, there’s a good chance your goal will become reality simply because you have enough why’s stacked up behind it. This gives it and you a source of power that’s really the driving force behind creating the end result you want. Review this list and your goal every day. Make a plan on how you might reach this objective and keep it at the forefront of your mind. With this approach, many of your ambitions in golf will become reality and no matter what, you and your game will grow!
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About the Author: Mark Washburn has taught golf professionally for over a decade and helps golfers play better through combining conventional golf instruction with cutting edge mental techniques.
