Tuesday, October 18, 2011

How to Make Your Golf Game Better

By Athena Hunter


Golf is a very difficult game and playing it the right way means getting a few things right. But this does not mean that it will stop you from becoming a good golf player if you are just starting out. As long as you understand that it will involve plenty of practice and that you shouldn't expect to learn everything all at one time, nothing should stop you from turning into a great player. Continue reading for information that can make your golf game better.

The first thing that everybody wants to do when they first start golfing is to run out and purchase an expensive set of golf clubs. Although golf clubs are a very essential component of golfing, you should ask yourself if you know a good golf club when your see it. If you are wondering if you will ask the golfing salesman, then you are crazy if you think he will make a recommendation that would be in your best interest. The key is to first take the time to try out a number of clubs by either renting them out or borrowing them until you find the ones that best fit your golfing disposition. Even the way that the golf head is shaped will determine how you play, which is why only practice will help you to locate the best clubs for you.

You might not understand it in the beginning, but being in good physical shape is extremely important if you want to be a good golfer. There are five aspects that will have an impact on your game and they are balance, control, posture, strength and flexibility. Balance, for example, is critical to your swing. Strength is also vital because it will help you to create the power that is needed to get the ball to go where you want it to go. Before you begin an exercise routine, make sure that you begin the ones that are specific for golfing. By becoming physically fit, you will not only become a better golfer, you will decrease your chances of getting injured. This will make golfing more enjoyable and reduce the chances of your giving up.

A good grip is crucial for a good game of golf. If you do not learn how to do it perfectly in the very beginning, it will be a lot harder to fix in the later years. You might not even notice that you have an improper grip. You will become frustrated when your game does not appear to improve, even when you practice a lot. One thing to keep in mind is that you should never over grip the club. In fact, you should do the opposite and grip the club very lightly. The Vardon grip, which is used by over ninety percent of golfers, is preferred the most. With this grip, your pinkie should extend beyond the left index finger. You will see that a good grip can totally modify your game.

When you decide at first to play golf, you have a lot of things to choose from. You can learn things from your friends, which is how a majority of people first learn. However, a problem might exist if you learn bad habits that will have a negative impact on your swing, because although your friends might have a good golf game, this does not mean they can teach you properly. You can also learn simply by going out on the range and hitting balls until you are able to figure out how each swing affects the ball's trajectory and distance. This strategy for learning golf can take a lot o time because it is based upon trial and error. The less difficult way to learn golf is to take lessons from a professional, which is also considered to be the fastest way. You will not develop bad habits in the long run, which will help you to get around being disappointed as well. The instructor will make sure to correct your technique. So, as you have seen, turning into a good golf player is just as essential as playing the game itself. However, no matter what anyone tells you, it is vital that you believe in yourself because with practice and hard work, anyone can play a great game of golf.




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