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Golfers need to learn Ball Flight Laws for maximum swing self-correction
To improve your swing, you must know why the ball does what it does in flight. That way you at least know what really caused the errant shot and perhaps can make the correct fix. You must understand the simple Ball Flight Laws.
... full article »Pay close attention to those practice swings
Students ask all the time if they should take a practice swing or not. In response, I ask if they do in fact partake in this all important facet of the game. The answer usually comes back "sometimes." That's like admitting we would "sometimes" like to hit a good shot.
... full article »What the PGA Tour pros know: The importance of having an effective pre-shot routine
Watch your favorite PGA Tour player prepare for hitting any shot, and you will observe a systematic approach to hitting each and everything. You may not have thought about it before, but your routine can have a very positive affect on the numbers on your scorecard, so let's look at why. By creating an effective pre-shot routine, not only can you access concentration but also the ability to relax, breathe, visualize and then distract the conscious mind to allow the subconscious mind to actually execute the shot required.
... full article »Get the message: Hit the golf ball farther by 'TEXTing'
In an age where everything is done quickly, if you could get more distance with your golf clubs by texting, would you do it? Who wouldn't? B.J. Hathaway, one of the leading junior golf instructors in the Southeast and one of the top mental game coaches in the country, explains a version of "TEXTing" that will improve your distance.
... full article »For better results, bring feel to the golf course, not thoughts
Golfers often say that their practice swing is perfect but they can't seem to hit the ball when it comes time, or they hit it well on the practice range but can't seem to bring it to the golf course. PGA Master Professional Steve Whidden has a two-part solution that will help golfers perform better on the course.
... full article »An 'onplane swing' will increase distance on your golf shot
Looking for more distance on your golf shots? Hate the fact that you're always first to play your second shot to the green on a golf hole? Well, I have a guaranteed way to increase the power of your golf swing. If your swing shape improves, your distance will increase. Also, work toward an onplane swing, which has a club that will either point at the target line or be parallel to it at any point of the swing. This is a great check point for your golf swing.
... full article »Want to create distance on your golf swing? Improve clubface control
Without being able to "catch the ball squarely" on the clubface, one has little chance of maximizing distance. A key to controlling the clubface and generating efficient power is found in rotating the lead forearm properly. Noted instructor Mike Malaska offers a drill to help you combine a square face at impact with a proper swing path and controlled clubhead speed.
... full article »The truth behind creating greater distance
There is one question that comes up in most golf discussions: "How can I hit the ball further?" Well, as much as the golf industry and those on the instruction side of the game want you to believe, it is very simple. There are two important aspects in creating efficient distance – with control. Controlling the club face is one. The second is proper forearm rotation.
... full article »Five easy steps for fixing your slice
There is nothing golfers fear more than the dreaded slice. With the proper technique, however, your slice can be a thing of the past. Les Miller helps identify easy fixes you can implement in the different stages of your golf swing, from address position to follow-through.
... full article »Practice drill: Fixing the hook or slice could be as easy as switching hands
If you hook or slice the ball it's probably because you are using the wrong hand to control club-face rotation through the impact zone. Your left hand (for right-handed golfers) should be responsible for controlling the club face as you strike the ball. Hooking or slicing it means you're swinging too much with the right hand. By practicing using your left hand, you'll be able to control club-face rotation, eliminating those ugly hooks and slices.
... full article »Getting back to basics: Five steps to building a better golf swing
No matter how good your golf swing is, it can always be better. A solid, repeatable golf swing requires a series of chain reactions. Les Miller offers five check-points to help you develop an easier approach to your golf swing, which will likely lead to lower scores.
... full article »Keep on plane while driving and hit longer, more accurate tee shots
If the golf club gets a little under or above the plane line as it approaches impact - without being excessive - that is acceptable, writes instructor Andrew Rice. But if you are under the plane line approaching impact, you will be hitting pushes and hooks; too far above the line and you will be hitting pulls and slices.
... full article »Want to lower your score? Don't try hitting the golf ball straight, master the fade and draw
The most difficult shot in golf is a straight shot; even a tour pro rarely tries to hit it. They hit draws and fades because it's a lot easier to produce a good result. The key to mastering these shots is to use the proper mechanics, which will have you hitting more fairways and greens. Practice these tips, and see your scores come tumbling down.
... full article »Finding your correct ball position at address
Some instructors say you should make the same swing with every club by playing the ball in the same spot for every shot. I believe position should change depending on which club you use and what type of shot you are attempting. The key is to make the proper adjustment with every golf club in your bag. The following tips will help get you on the right path.
... full article »Learn to improve your scores by watching Tiger, not Phil
Tiger Woods uses strategy as much as skill to outplay other champions. If your goal is to shoot lower scores, then course management should be at the top of your list, as it's the primary reason Tiger is the greatest golfer of all time. Here are a few thoughts you should keep in the forefront of your mind during a round of golf.
... full article »Power upgrade: Tips on hitting the golf ball with more authority
The ultimate goal for most golfers is to drive the ball longer and straighter. Although it's the short game that will allow them to improve their scores, most golfers are driven by hitting drives longer than their playing partners. That's what keeps golf manufactures in business, selling golfers the hope of longer and straighter drives. Well, here are a few tips that will help in your quest to drive the ball with added power off the tee.
... full article »Curve your ball, control your golf game
During a round of golf, most golfers experience a number of shots where they need to be able to curve the ball. The ability to "work" the ball is much easier than you think, but most golfers have no idea how to perfect this part of their game. The following tips will teach you how to work the ball "on demand" by simply changing your grip and setup.
... full article »Tips and drills to improve your ball striking
Achieving solid contact tends to be difficult for many golfers; it's what separates the pros and better players from average to higher-handicap golfers. The good news is that, if you experiment with the accompanying tips and drills, you too can learn how to hit solid and pure golf shots more often.
... full article »Proper weight distribution creates solid shots
One of the most overlooked parts of the golf swing is proper weight placement - starting from the address position and continuing through the entire swing. The number one sign that you're addressing the ball improperly? Losing your weight through the hitting area of your golf swing.
... full article »Improve your golf swing, not your clubs
Many golfers think the magic answer to a better golf game is a new set of clubs, Les Miller writes. But if you want to cure that slice, hit more greens in regulation or improve your short game, it all starts by improving your golf swing, not by trying to buy a better game.
... full article »- Suffering from a fade or slice? Here's why (plus, a tip that can help)
- To hit longer, straighter drives, keep it short, wide and tight
- Five tips for increasing your power off the tee
- Want to improve your golf swing? Square up before impact
- Three tips to increase your distance
- Stability of the body cuts back on instability of the golf swing
- Improve your body position, improve your golf swing
- Practice the "Line Drill" for better ball contact
- Instructor Charlie King adds 'swing' to your golf swing
- Harnessing the power core for a better golf swing
- The importance of correct setup posture for a successful golf swing
- Looking to improve your golf swing? Remember: It's all about impact
- Brad Redding on staying on the proper plane
- Jim McLean's drag drill will help you drive the ball straight and long
- Improve your fundamentals, improve your golf game
- David Leadbetter on achieving a flowing movement in your golf swing for greater consistency
- Tim Cooke on the importance of a solid pre-shot routine
- A good golf swing has three parts: the backswing, impact position and follow through
- Super golf swing drills for consistent, solid ball striking
- Frank Nobilo teaches how to get a good grip
- Finish the golf swing for improved ball striking and power
- Frank Nobilo on improving your aim
- Michael Breed on getting the proper plane in your backswing
- Practice on the range, think about course management on the golf course
- Instructor Michael Breed shows how to get rid of your slice, hit straighter drives
- Chuck Winstead shows how to get more power in your golf swing
- Kevin Compare on maintaining the angle of your spine for an improved swing
- Laird Small on how to find the right grip pressure for your golf swing
- A three-step plan for curing your slice
- Matt Malario shows you how to stop an over-the-top chop
- PGA Professional Rick Smith on how to turn your slice into a draw
- Michael Breed on how to shift your weight smoothly for a better swing
- Mike Hebron shows you how rhythm and timing can affect your golf swing
- Pete Cowan on getting the correct rotation for a better golf swing
- How to avoid the unwanted overswing
- Hey, hot shot, don't try to swing like a PGA Tour pro
- Peter Krause on squaring the clubface at impact for straighter golf shots
- Think positive for lower scores
- Create lag, fix those clubs and improve your backswing
- Improving your ball striking will increase your distance
- Golf swing tip: Train your core for PGA Tour power, distance
- Sound swing fundamentals the key to solid iron play
- Get more distance off the tee the Byron Nelson way
- Proper swing mechanics start with proper alignment and ball position
- Tip: For a proper follow-through, allow the head to watch the ball after contact
- Want to improve your golf swing? Point your chin at the ball
- Curing your slice may take nothing more than a Band-Aid
- End confusion about body movement through the impact zone
- Try a bucket of water to improve your weight shift
- Get rid of that slice! Work the club from the inside
- Front to back: The backswing is the start of a good golf swing
- Going Deep! The Ultimate In Golf Confidence - Part 2
- Dr. Al's prescription for better golf: Get an emotional caddie
- Going Deep! The Ultimate In Golf Confidence - Part 1
- Watching the pros can help you learn to play golf in the wind
- Keeping your head down doesn't mean golfers should not 'load their back leg'
- Make the most of your practice time
- Golf lesson: Overcoming fairway wood phobia is easy with practice
- Unlock these three keys to develop more power in your golf swing
- How to develop more consistency in your golf swing
- Trust and commitment essential to success for golfers of every level
- Want to play golf like you practice? Then practice like you play
- The tall and short of it: It's your swing - not body type - that counts in golf
- The long and short of it: Two golf swings are all you need
- Stenzel advises to be more consistent, have more fun
- Getting a slow rhythm is more than just slowing down your swing
- Structure your golf practice to create habit
- A poor set-up and grip can throw off your direction
- Having problem on the golf course? Might be time to check your grip fundamentals
- What does the average golfer need most? A slice buster!
- Groove Your Practice Routine For the Course
- Move your head for more power in your golf swing
- Turn and leverage are key to kenerating power in the golf swing
- Posture the Overlooked Key to a Balanced Golf Swing
- The Forgotten Fundamental
- Get A Better Start To Your Golf Swing
- Go the distance with your drives!
- How do the little guys hit the golf ball so far? Hip rotation
- For greater distance off the tee, fire the hips
- Maximize hand sway to gain distance and straighten your shots
