2nd October 2011
If your husband spends his weekends watching tournaments on his direct tv and can’t seem to get out there and hit himself he may just need a little encouragement. Here are a few simple gifts you can give him to really ignite his love for the game
New Shoes – They’re just expensive enough that he won’t want to buy them for himself but they’re great for you to give as a gift. Simply find out what kind he likes by asking sneaky questions and Read the rest of this entry »
18th November 2011
What should golfers do and consider before buying clubs? That is a very important question. It is always good to come up with a list of boxes that need to be ticked and sorted out before you buy your golf clubs. The first, and most important, question is how often are you going to play. If you are someone who is going to play every few months, or a couple of times a year, then you probably do not need to be getting a super fancy 300 set of clubs. Getting a slightly Read the rest of this entry »
14th November 2011
Golf, like other sports played with a stick and ball or puck have a unique fundamental in that these sports are “side on games”, because the player stands to the side of the object they are attempting to hit. So what exactly does that mean for the golfer? It means, of course, that, since the golfer stands to the side of golf ball, the ball is hit at an angle. This angle is created because as the golf club is moved into the backswing the Read the rest of this entry »
14th October 2011
When amateur golfers take to the course after a day at work, a few warmups and some stretching can help prevent injuries.
Golf is a low-impact sport with none of the collisions of contact sports, but players face a high risk of muscle pulls and repetitive motion injuries at the beginning of a round when their muscles are tight from the work week.
When a player is ready to begin a round, they should always take the time to stretch their arms and back. For example, Read the rest of this entry »
16th July 2011
Golf is an excellent sport which can be played by people of all ages and skill levels. While playing golf can be fun, it can be extremely frustrating if you are not playing well one day. One of the largest problems that amateur golfers have is playing with clubs that are not properly designed for their height and arm length.
For anyone looking to play golf on a regular basis, it would be a good idea to Read the rest of this entry »
14th July 2011
When considering different athletes, and the various sports they play, sports fans always try to mimic their games, and try to become as accurate in the game as their favorite athletes are. Depending on the game being played, the accuracy level of a player will depend on the kind of practice put in, their natual fitness abilities, and the determination and amount of time which professionals put into the game.
When practicing on accuracy and precision in all sports, the only Read the rest of this entry »
12th July 2011
When it comes to golf, there is actually a specific way for the player to strike the ball. However, the proper ball striking technique is not something that requires a ton of experience. In fact, having a good setup and posture will almost guarantee the player a chance to properly strike the golf ball.
When players are hitting a shot with irons or even fairway woods they will want to hit the ball with a descending blow. This is commonly referred to as “hitting down Read the rest of this entry »
8th July 2011
Have you ever wondered why professional golf players hit the ball so far? The keyword to this question is the word professional. These players play golf for a living. If they are not playing on the weekend, they are practicing during the week. You must practice at anything before you can expect to become good at it. Of course there are other factors at play as well.
Consider the equipment. This is quality, top of Read the rest of this entry »