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Instantly slash your golf score by creating perfect impact!
Tips To Improve Your Golf Game
by Lee MacRae
Here are some great tips to help improve the various aspects of your golf game.
Many golfers lift their front foot on their backswing. This can lead to a reverse weight shift, where weight is actually shifted to the front side on the backswing. This can result in a hook or shank shot. Keep your front foot planted on the ground on your backswing, which will promote a proper hip and shoulder turn and get you into a "coil" position setting you up for increased power. Just don't forget to shift your weight to your back side.
One way to hit the ball higher when driving [an especially useful strategy when the wind is behind you] is to make sure you hit the lower half of the ball. You can do this by teeing the ball at the normal height [half the ball lies above the top of the face club] then concentrating on hitting the ball out of the ground. You won't miss the ball, because there is just not enough room for the driver to pass through underneath it. And you shouldn't hit the ground either, because the only way you can knock the tee out of the ground is to hit the top of it.
Teeing the ball higher will aid in hitting the ball farther. By teeing the ball higher, it will help achieve better launch angle and reduce backspin at impact. This will allow the ball to be hit on the up-swing - producing more carry and distance.
Remember that your golf eqiupment is not the whole story. Techinique plays a large part in how long and straight you drive the ball. Diligently practice using tips like these and your will see a great deal of improvement in your teee shots.
To get a great golf training aid to improve your game go to golf training aids online!
Some Quick Golf Information
Projecting to the target during the swing will not only help create accuracy, but encourage the body motions to swing the clubhead to and through the ball towards the target.
...Learn About Golf
Concentration
Sometimes it's hard to stop your mind playing tricks during a round of golf. You think, "If I make this shot I've only got an easy putt to make a birdie". That's when things go wrong. You need to stay in the present. I do this by focusing on something like a red shirt in the crowd or a really beautiful tree. That might sound funny but it makes you think what is happening right now. Not what went before or what is going to happen.
...BBC golf
To learn how variations of the grip affect ball flight. Experiment with slight variations of your grip. Observe how the changes affect the flight of the ball. A weak grip encourages a slice or fade. A strong grip encourages a hook or a draw. The V.s formed by the index finger and thumbs on both hands should point between the chin and right shoulder.
...PGA of America
Posture Not Perfect
Unless you're young or unusually flexible, you're not going to look like Tiger Woods at address. Stay relaxed rather than forcing your back straight.
...Golf Tips magazine
Today's Golf News
Ben Curtis Trusts Titleist From Tee-to-Green For Second Win of the Year
Mon, 18 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT
Leads Four-Win Week for Titleist Golf Ball Players
Train with PGA TOUR Star Camilo Villegas on “Golf Fitness Academy Presented by Titleist”
Mon, 16 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT
Demonstrates the importance of stretching as part of his total body workout routine
Kirk Hanefeld: Diary of a Champions Tour Rookie #3
Fri, 08 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT
Kirk Hanefeld, Director of Golf Operations at The International in Bolton, Massachusetts and a Titleist Staff Member for 25 years, secured his Champions Tour card for 2006 with an impressive runner-up finish at Qualifying School in November. This is the third installment of what will be a periodic feature on titleist.com chronicling Kirk's rookie season on the Champions Tour as he now attempts to secure his card for 2007.
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Our Featured Golf Article
Instantly slash your golf score by creating perfect impact!
Tips To Improve Your Golf Game
by Lee MacRae
Here are some great tips to help improve the various aspects of your golf game.
Many golfers lift their front foot on their backswing. This can lead to a reverse weight shift, where weight is actually shifted to the front side on the backswing. This can result in a hook or shank shot. Keep your front foot planted on the ground on your backswing, which will promote a proper hip and shoulder turn and get you into a "coil" position setting you up for increased power. Just don't forget to shift your weight to your back side.
One way to hit the ball higher when driving [an especially useful strategy when the wind is behind you] is to make sure you hit the lower half of the ball. You can do this by teeing the ball at the normal height [half the ball lies above the top of the face club] then concentrating on hitting the ball out of the ground. You won't miss the ball, because there is just not enough room for the driver to pass through underneath it. And you shouldn't hit the ground either, because the only way you can knock the tee out of the ground is to hit the top of it.
Teeing the ball higher will aid in hitting the ball farther. By teeing the ball higher, it will help achieve better launch angle and reduce backspin at impact. This will allow the ball to be hit on the up-swing - producing more carry and distance.
Remember that your golf eqiupment is not the whole story. Techinique plays a large part in how long and straight you drive the ball. Diligently practice using tips like these and your will see a great deal of improvement in your teee shots.
To get a great golf training aid to improve your game go to golf training aids online!
Some Quick Golf Information
Projecting to the target during the swing will not only help create accuracy, but encourage the body motions to swing the clubhead to and through the ball towards the target.
...Learn About Golf
Concentration
Sometimes it's hard to stop your mind playing tricks during a round of golf. You think, "If I make this shot I've only got an easy putt to make a birdie". That's when things go wrong. You need to stay in the present. I do this by focusing on something like a red shirt in the crowd or a really beautiful tree. That might sound funny but it makes you think what is happening right now. Not what went before or what is going to happen.
...BBC golf
To learn how variations of the grip affect ball flight. Experiment with slight variations of your grip. Observe how the changes affect the flight of the ball. A weak grip encourages a slice or fade. A strong grip encourages a hook or a draw. The V.s formed by the index finger and thumbs on both hands should point between the chin and right shoulder.
...PGA of America
Posture Not Perfect
Unless you're young or unusually flexible, you're not going to look like Tiger Woods at address. Stay relaxed rather than forcing your back straight.
...Golf Tips magazine
Today's Golf News
Ben Curtis Trusts Titleist From Tee-to-Green For Second Win of the Year
Mon, 18 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT
Leads Four-Win Week for Titleist Golf Ball Players
Train with PGA TOUR Star Camilo Villegas on “Golf Fitness Academy Presented by Titleist”
Mon, 16 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT
Demonstrates the importance of stretching as part of his total body workout routine
Kirk Hanefeld: Diary of a Champions Tour Rookie #3
Fri, 08 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT
Kirk Hanefeld, Director of Golf Operations at The International in Bolton, Massachusetts and a Titleist Staff Member for 25 years, secured his Champions Tour card for 2006 with an impressive runner-up finish at Qualifying School in November. This is the third installment of what will be a periodic feature on titleist.com chronicling Kirk's rookie season on the Champions Tour as he now attempts to secure his card for 2007.
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Our Featured Golf Writer
Destroy your golf slice in a matter of minutes using this revolutionary new system!
Golf Equipment: Digital Scorekeeper To Golf Driver
By: Clinton Maxwell
Thanks to the popularity of golf, there are many golf gadgets available today. As more people want to play the game, more ways are sought to improve their game. The once steady golf industry has now expanded to a much larger industry. Some companies are built around only one piece of golf equipment. Golf gadgets available range from some incredibly useful golf aids to some slightly more ridiculous items. Here are some of the options.
If you can�t seem to find the time to spend at the driving range and your backyard is too small to practice your golf swing, all hope is not lost thanks to virtual golf. Of course, this is not quite as satisfying as feeling the club strike the ball, but it may be a good solution between trips to the course. As the name suggests, you place a ball on the tee just like you would otherwise, but the ball will not travel outside a certain area. Or, you can opt for a net in which you can hit the ball except you will, obviously, have to hit the net each and every time.
Now, putting pads and various practice aids have been around for a very long time. You can choose from kits ranging from a simple pad and a cup or those offering such tools as ball return. Regardless of your selection, you can get that extra advantage of some practice time right in your living room or office.
If you like technology, you may enjoy a digital scorekeeper providing an instant way to track your score and save it for future preference. Digital scorekeepers allow you to recall scores from previous games to help you monitor your game and ongoing improvement.
Most avid golfers have probably received some of the silly golf gifts, since there is quite a selection available. Let�s turn to golf clubs and covers, for instance. You can find golf covers ranging from cute cartoon characters to handmade crochet and a wide choice of covers somewhere in between. In fact, there are probably very few covers for golf clubs that haven�t had a time on the market at some point. Golf covers tend to be a universal gift for golfers. Fortunately, they do serve a purpose as they protect the clubs from wear and tear and, considering the high cost of some clubs, this is always a good idea.
If you are struggling with lining up your ball to the spot you should aim, you may benefit from a stencil. You can use the stencil to mark the ball, after which you simply place the ball on the tee and swing with a clear target.
If you are looking to improve your golf swing, a metronome may be a good investment and a great way to improve the rhythm of your swing.
As you see, there are many golf gadgets from which a golfer can choose. The wide selection of golf equipment, golf drivers and accessories are appreciated by each golfer differently. Some may be wasted on one golfer while exactly what another golfer needs.
Clinton Maxwell publishes especially for www.alicante-spain.com , an internet site with topics around directions to golf courses in spain and golf property costa blanca.
More Thoughts On Golf
Don't worry that once you set the driver down it doesn't align with the ball. The ball isn't on the ground - it's three inches above the ground!
...PGA Tour
The simple way to learn the proper feel of your swing center is to place a golf ball on the ground and, with sun to your back, take your stance in a position whereby the shadow of your head covers the ball. As you swing, keep your eyes on the shadow. During the swing the shadow will move slightly, however if it moves off the ball you have lost the correct swing center. If the shadow remains on the ball you have kept the swing in the correct position. Repeat this excellent drill daily so as to reinforce good habits that will yield the reults you seek.
...PGA
Many swing faults occur from an improper setup. This can cause unnecessary adjustments during the swing. Taking care to position the ball, feet, hips and shoulders properly ensures building a good swing foundation. Testing has shown golfers with open stances show no more tendency to slice than golfers with closed stances. The open stance may give the golfers a little more opportunity to slice, because it allows a little more freedom in the downswing and follow-though. The square stance is used by most successful golfers. Beginners should start with a square stance. As you advance, you can experiment with the advantages of other stances. Avoid extreme stances. Experiment to find the stance that works best for you. Take care to set up consistently on all normal shots.
...PGA of America
Neutral = Straight
There are two key alignments to strive for at the top of the swing that will make hitting fairways much easier. The most important of the two is the clubface position, which should be square (the leading edge basically is parallel to the left arm). Learning this position will remove the need to compensate on the downswing with the hands. Positioning the club parallel to the target line is also extremely important.
...Golf Tips magazine
Assisted Training Schemes
In terms of lessons, the financial aspect again can be a constraining factor. However, it is worth approaching the council about assisted training schemes, some of which are run in conjunction with golfing associations. For example, the English Golf Union (www.englishgolfunion.org), the national amateur governing body, launched a Get Into Golf initiative aimed at introducing more people to the sport regardless of age, background or gender, and together with the English Ladies' Golf Association organised a programme of free taster sessions, including hire of clubs, at participating venues across the country to do just that. Such initiatives mean that even if an individual does not have the money, they are still capable of participating and enjoying the game by making a much more important investment, namely the time to develop their skills and hopefully spread the word about the benefits of taking up the game.
...mastering golf UK
Headline News About Golf
Tour Players Discuss the New Titleist PT 585.H Utility Metal
Thu, 31 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT
Tour players, including Lucas Glover, Arron Oberholser and Davis Love III talk about the new <a span style="font-family: Arial, Verdana, Helvetica; font-size: 11
px; font-weight:none; color:#A40101;"href="/golfclubs/utilities/585h.asp">Titleist PT 585.H</a>, that blends the distance and playability of fairway metals with the shot and trajectory control of an iron for greater versatility from the tee, fairway and rough. <a span style="font-family: Arial, Verdana, Helvetica; font-size: 11
px; font-weight:none; color:#A40101;"href="/contests/585.asp">Enter Sweepstakes</a> to win your own PT 585.H
Iron Fitting: Dave Patton
Tue, 10 Jan 2006 00:00:00 GMT
Titleist believes that each and every player should be well-fit for the clubs they play. This is the story of how Dave Patton, a competitive golfer with a near-scratch handicap, was fit for new irons by Jerry Smith, a head pro in Pennsylvania.
Tour Players Talk About the New 905R Driver
Thu, 02 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT
See what Titleist staff players Davis Love III, Adam Scott and Zach Johnson are saying about the New Pro Titanium 905R driver.
Tour Report - Mercedes Championships
Mon, 09 Jan 2006 00:00:00 GMT
Vijay Singh fired a tournament best 7-under par 66 to force a playoff at the season-opening Mercedes Championships where Titleist was the most played golf ball.
Titleist Introduces 755 As New Flagship Iron Model
Fri, 11 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT
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Our Featured Golf Writer
Destroy your golf slice in a matter of minutes using this revolutionary new system!
Golf Equipment: Digital Scorekeeper To Golf Driver
By: Clinton Maxwell
Thanks to the popularity of golf, there are many golf gadgets available today. As more people want to play the game, more ways are sought to improve their game. The once steady golf industry has now expanded to a much larger industry. Some companies are built around only one piece of golf equipment. Golf gadgets available range from some incredibly useful golf aids to some slightly more ridiculous items. Here are some of the options.
If you can�t seem to find the time to spend at the driving range and your backyard is too small to practice your golf swing, all hope is not lost thanks to virtual golf. Of course, this is not quite as satisfying as feeling the club strike the ball, but it may be a good solution between trips to the course. As the name suggests, you place a ball on the tee just like you would otherwise, but the ball will not travel outside a certain area. Or, you can opt for a net in which you can hit the ball except you will, obviously, have to hit the net each and every time.
Now, putting pads and various practice aids have been around for a very long time. You can choose from kits ranging from a simple pad and a cup or those offering such tools as ball return. Regardless of your selection, you can get that extra advantage of some practice time right in your living room or office.
If you like technology, you may enjoy a digital scorekeeper providing an instant way to track your score and save it for future preference. Digital scorekeepers allow you to recall scores from previous games to help you monitor your game and ongoing improvement.
Most avid golfers have probably received some of the silly golf gifts, since there is quite a selection available. Let�s turn to golf clubs and covers, for instance. You can find golf covers ranging from cute cartoon characters to handmade crochet and a wide choice of covers somewhere in between. In fact, there are probably very few covers for golf clubs that haven�t had a time on the market at some point. Golf covers tend to be a universal gift for golfers. Fortunately, they do serve a purpose as they protect the clubs from wear and tear and, considering the high cost of some clubs, this is always a good idea.
If you are struggling with lining up your ball to the spot you should aim, you may benefit from a stencil. You can use the stencil to mark the ball, after which you simply place the ball on the tee and swing with a clear target.
If you are looking to improve your golf swing, a metronome may be a good investment and a great way to improve the rhythm of your swing.
As you see, there are many golf gadgets from which a golfer can choose. The wide selection of golf equipment, golf drivers and accessories are appreciated by each golfer differently. Some may be wasted on one golfer while exactly what another golfer needs.
Clinton Maxwell publishes especially for www.alicante-spain.com , an internet site with topics around directions to golf courses in spain and golf property costa blanca.
More Thoughts On Golf
Don't worry that once you set the driver down it doesn't align with the ball. The ball isn't on the ground - it's three inches above the ground!
...PGA Tour
The simple way to learn the proper feel of your swing center is to place a golf ball on the ground and, with sun to your back, take your stance in a position whereby the shadow of your head covers the ball. As you swing, keep your eyes on the shadow. During the swing the shadow will move slightly, however if it moves off the ball you have lost the correct swing center. If the shadow remains on the ball you have kept the swing in the correct position. Repeat this excellent drill daily so as to reinforce good habits that will yield the reults you seek.
...PGA
Many swing faults occur from an improper setup. This can cause unnecessary adjustments during the swing. Taking care to position the ball, feet, hips and shoulders properly ensures building a good swing foundation. Testing has shown golfers with open stances show no more tendency to slice than golfers with closed stances. The open stance may give the golfers a little more opportunity to slice, because it allows a little more freedom in the downswing and follow-though. The square stance is used by most successful golfers. Beginners should start with a square stance. As you advance, you can experiment with the advantages of other stances. Avoid extreme stances. Experiment to find the stance that works best for you. Take care to set up consistently on all normal shots.
...PGA of America
Neutral = Straight
There are two key alignments to strive for at the top of the swing that will make hitting fairways much easier. The most important of the two is the clubface position, which should be square (the leading edge basically is parallel to the left arm). Learning this position will remove the need to compensate on the downswing with the hands. Positioning the club parallel to the target line is also extremely important.
...Golf Tips magazine
Assisted Training Schemes
In terms of lessons, the financial aspect again can be a constraining factor. However, it is worth approaching the council about assisted training schemes, some of which are run in conjunction with golfing associations. For example, the English Golf Union (www.englishgolfunion.org), the national amateur governing body, launched a Get Into Golf initiative aimed at introducing more people to the sport regardless of age, background or gender, and together with the English Ladies' Golf Association organised a programme of free taster sessions, including hire of clubs, at participating venues across the country to do just that. Such initiatives mean that even if an individual does not have the money, they are still capable of participating and enjoying the game by making a much more important investment, namely the time to develop their skills and hopefully spread the word about the benefits of taking up the game.
...mastering golf UK
Headline News About Golf
Tour Players Discuss the New Titleist PT 585.H Utility Metal
Thu, 31 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT
Tour players, including Lucas Glover, Arron Oberholser and Davis Love III talk about the new <a span style="font-family: Arial, Verdana, Helvetica; font-size: 11
px; font-weight:none; color:#A40101;"href="/golfclubs/utilities/585h.asp">Titleist PT 585.H</a>, that blends the distance and playability of fairway metals with the shot and trajectory control of an iron for greater versatility from the tee, fairway and rough. <a span style="font-family: Arial, Verdana, Helvetica; font-size: 11
px; font-weight:none; color:#A40101;"href="/contests/585.asp">Enter Sweepstakes</a> to win your own PT 585.H
Iron Fitting: Dave Patton
Tue, 10 Jan 2006 00:00:00 GMT
Titleist believes that each and every player should be well-fit for the clubs they play. This is the story of how Dave Patton, a competitive golfer with a near-scratch handicap, was fit for new irons by Jerry Smith, a head pro in Pennsylvania.
Tour Players Talk About the New 905R Driver
Thu, 02 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT
See what Titleist staff players Davis Love III, Adam Scott and Zach Johnson are saying about the New Pro Titanium 905R driver.
Tour Report - Mercedes Championships
Mon, 09 Jan 2006 00:00:00 GMT
Vijay Singh fired a tournament best 7-under par 66 to force a playoff at the season-opening Mercedes Championships where Titleist was the most played golf ball.
Titleist Introduces 755 As New Flagship Iron Model
Fri, 11 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT
golf equipment
golf irons
golf training aid
custom golf balls | clone golf clubs
