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Ever watch golf on TV -- or perhaps a tourney in person? You see crowds of people watching the game, but very few actually playing. And even if you look at those playing the game, most would admit they would like to improve their game.
But they don't improve. Why? Because improvement comes with a price: a sizeable commitment in time and effort. Most players are not willing to make that sacrifice. If you are, then here are some recommendations on how you can improve your game.
First of all, as a beginner you need to concentrate on the fundamentals of the game -- your putting, your stance and posture, your backswing and downswing. You need to master these FIRST - so forget about everything else, and especially all the golfing hype that floats around the clubhouse.
In your quest to become a better golfer, another recommendation is that you hold off in buying video or audio training courses. If you feel you need instruction, seek it in person from a qualified golf pro. You will pay a good bit for these lessons, but you will be receiving your training where you need it most: on the course, not in your study or den at home.
But if you DO get the itch to buy something, there is one thing that will do you a world of good: a training aid. These are devices that will strap around your hands, feet, legs -- and they will restrict and direct your body movements as you swing and put. Put one of them on and just start practicing. After a while you will forget that you have it on. And long after you have taken it off, your body will remember what you have taught it, and will respond the correct way. A good training aid can become your secret weapon.
As you expand your abilities, you will need another round of training again. So what should you do? You guessed it -- head back for some lessons from your local pro. Why? Because you may have forgotten what you were previously taught -- and will need new lessons on topics such as: putting into the wind, getting out of sand traps, playing in the rough, distance putting, etc. No pro can teach you everything you need to know in one or two lessons.
Golf equipment -- big bucks for little return. That's true in most cases -- especially for the beginner and intermediate golfer. So when you are just getting started you can simply rent a set of clubs for your first couple of times out. For your first purchase I would recommend you buy a set of USED clubs. You'll save yourself a ton of money -- and you can put the money you save into lessons with your pro.
My final recommendation is this: Keep the game FUN. Don't get too serious about all of this. Learn to laugh at your mistakes and bad days -- and all of those hilarious shots. If you are busy having fun you will want to play again. And playing again and again is what will help you become good at the game. Trust me - I've lived to tell the tail. Here's to your success!
Ken Blaylock
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But they don't improve. Why? Because improvement comes with a price: a sizeable commitment in time and effort. Most players are not willing to make that sacrifice. If you are, then here are some recommendations on how you can improve your game.
First of all, as a beginner you need to concentrate on the fundamentals of the game -- your putting, your stance and posture, your backswing and downswing. You need to master these FIRST - so forget about everything else, and especially all the golfing hype that floats around the clubhouse.
In your quest to become a better golfer, another recommendation is that you hold off in buying video or audio training courses. If you feel you need instruction, seek it in person from a qualified golf pro. You will pay a good bit for these lessons, but you will be receiving your training where you need it most: on the course, not in your study or den at home.
But if you DO get the itch to buy something, there is one thing that will do you a world of good: a training aid. These are devices that will strap around your hands, feet, legs -- and they will restrict and direct your body movements as you swing and put. Put one of them on and just start practicing. After a while you will forget that you have it on. And long after you have taken it off, your body will remember what you have taught it, and will respond the correct way. A good training aid can become your secret weapon.
As you expand your abilities, you will need another round of training again. So what should you do? You guessed it -- head back for some lessons from your local pro. Why? Because you may have forgotten what you were previously taught -- and will need new lessons on topics such as: putting into the wind, getting out of sand traps, playing in the rough, distance putting, etc. No pro can teach you everything you need to know in one or two lessons.
Golf equipment -- big bucks for little return. That's true in most cases -- especially for the beginner and intermediate golfer. So when you are just getting started you can simply rent a set of clubs for your first couple of times out. For your first purchase I would recommend you buy a set of USED clubs. You'll save yourself a ton of money -- and you can put the money you save into lessons with your pro.
My final recommendation is this: Keep the game FUN. Don't get too serious about all of this. Learn to laugh at your mistakes and bad days -- and all of those hilarious shots. If you are busy having fun you will want to play again. And playing again and again is what will help you become good at the game. Trust me - I've lived to tell the tail. Here's to your success!
Ken Blaylock
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