When golfers buy new equipment, often times not a lot of thought goes into exactly what they are buying. Sometimes the decision making process is based on how the clubs look visually as opposed to their performance aspects. A lot of people would benefit from a custom fitting session so that they can have a set of clubs that are perfect for their specific body and swing type. However, this is not practical for most golfers. [Read more…]
3 Drivers That Claim To Give You More Distance
Golf is a fickle game. There are so many different variables that go into it that it can be hard to just focus on one area without worrying about another. There’s one aspect of the game that many players, amateurs and professionals alike are constantly tinkering with: equipment. Whether it is the clubs, balls or shoes, golfers are always trying out new products, going back to tried and tested clubs or researching the latest releases in the market. [Read more…]
Try This Pre-Round Routine Now To Improve Your Play
The steps you take and your mindset before a round have a massive influence on your golf game. Having a pre-round routine can help you get into the right frame of mind before you play. So we’ve put together a list of eight pre-round exercises to help you get in the right mental state. You don’t need to do every suggested step, just pick what suits you and make sure you can repeat it before every round. [Read more…]
3 Things To Practice On The Course
When it comes to playing golf, many people find that what they practice on the range does not translate onto the course very well. Some people can look like professionals when they are hitting balls on the range, but when they get onto the course they are hooking and slicing the ball every other shot. [Read more…]
5 Golf Movies Every Golfer Should See
The winter is long, which means there are only so many daylight hours to spend out on the course this weekend. And what happens when it’s raining or snowing? You may not be able to spend your every free moment actually golfing this winter, but that doesn’t mean you can’t think about golf 24/7. [Read more…]
5 Stretches To Do Before Every Round
In years past, tour professionals would roll out of bed before their round and go to the range to hit a few balls before going to the first tee. Nowadays, you won’t see a tour professional who does not do an extended warm up routine before they’ve hit a ball. [Read more…]
Tiger Woods Plays With This Golf Ball
Pro athletes are paid millions of dollars in brand endorsement deals for a very good reason. When we average Joes and amateur players see a popular top athlete using a particular brand, we automatically ascribe some of the player’s success to the equipment. This may be something of a logical fallacy — we’re pretty sure Michael Jordan would have dominated the 90s basketball field even without his Nikes. Still, there is an element of truth to this way of thinking. [Read more…]
6 Ways To Boost Your Muscle Recovery
Do you ever have muscle soreness after a day out on the course? Golf is an athletic venture, even if you do not need to be able to bench press your own body weight or run ten miles a day. Pro golfers are definitely athletes. They follow strict exercise, nutrition and recovery programs. And if you would like to see results like the pros, then you should too. [Read more…]
3 Tips To Get Out Of A Greenside Bunker In 1 Shot
The bane of many amateur golfers is a greenside bunker shot. They require a delicate touch to keep the ball on the green. You also need to be bold enough to strike the ball and sand confidently so that the ball escapes the bunker first time of asking. [Read more…]
6 Things To Use Your Rangefinder For — Other Than Shooting The Flag
Rangefinders are great, they give a golfer more information about the course. Knowing the yardages between you and the flag immediately makes the game that little bit easier. It’s sure to boost your confidence with the club you’ve chosen for your next shot. However, a rangefinder can be used to help your golf game in more ways than just letting you know how far the flag is away from you. [Read more…]