Improving Your Golf

Golf is no longer just the gentleman’s game, golf is enjoyed by men, women and children alike, an increasingly popular sport enjoyed by all ages.
Are you an existing Golf fanatic or you maybe you are new to the sport? Which ever category you fall into we have collated some tips that are guaranteed to improve your performance on any level.

Practice
First of all you need to practice! yes it’s stating the obvious, but practice makes perfect, you can not run before you can walk! A few hours down at the driving range or practicing your putting and chipping in the garden will set you up in good stead for the real thing on the course! It is also important to remember that quality not quantity is key!

Attitude
Maintain a positive mental attitude for the entire round of golf. Stay confident, believe in your abilities, and if you do drop a shot or two, move on from it, don’t loose your cool, stay focused and move on positively. Become angry will cloud your focus and will negatively effect the rest of your round! Remember concentration and composure is essential for success!


Getting a Grip
The size of your hands, the strength and length of your forearms, and the actual grip on your club are a few factors that can affect your golf grip.
Choose a grip for your club with suitable thicknesses for your hands, look for a comfortable and secure grip that you can really hold on tight to. You can do some lightweight exercises to improve the strength of your arms. The size of your hands can’t be modified, but you can choose a grip style better suited to the size of your hands. Grip styles to try out include the Vardon Overlap Grip, Interlocking Grip and the Ten Finger Grip.

The Backswing
Getting the Backswing correct sets the golfer in good stead for the rest of the swing, you are looking to keep your left arm straight (for those of us who are right handed, vice versa if you are a lefty) taking it as far back past your shoulder as you can without it bending or feeling uncomfortable.

Downswing
It is important to not rush your down swing, as your shot will be sloppy and weak. It is proper practice to gradually increase the speed of your swing from start to the end of your follow through. Good posture and balance will add to the power of your shot, so remember to position your feet more than waist distance apart!
By taking these tips into consideration you will be tipped for success! Good Luck, enjoy your round!

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