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Get Moving and Save Strokes

Whether you walk the course or ride a cart, a round of golf can leave the aerobically unfit golfer dragging by the late holes. Aerobic training improves lung capacity, circulation, and muscular endurance and leads to better performance and better overall health. The benefits of being aerobically fit aren’t limited to physical performance; studies have shown aerobic exercise to improve resistance to mental stress (a major plus for the golfer).... 

How Playing Short will Save You Strokes

It’s a pretty simple tip really, but it will help you to lower your scores. What you should get out of this lesson is that short is usually better regarding approach shots, and I’m going to explain a few reasons why I believe this to be true. Let’s set the scene. We’ll use the same example throughout. Let’s say that you usually hit your 8 iron around 150 yards, and you are 160 out. Now, most golfers would probably grab... 

Approach Shots: What It Takes to Master Them

Basically, your approach shot is your shot onto the green. One of the things I like to say is this, “You know your game is improving when you start fixing more ball marks on the green”. To fix a ball mark on the green most likely means that you hit it on your approach, which is a good thing. Here are a few tips to keep in mind, and then we’ll get to the heart of this article. Aim for the middle of the green, not the flag. Pin placements... 

Recreation & Sports

6 Winning Strategies Guaranteed to Improve Your Coaching

6 Winning Strategies Guaranteed to Improve Your Coaching  by: David Huizar & Matt Zavadil Are you sure you’re doing everything you can to be the best coach possible? Absolutely sure? I’ve been a coach and I’ve had a lot of coaches. You know what I’ve found? Some coaches put all the pieces together and some just don’t invest time developing the coaching skills that make a difference. I can’t turn you... 

Golf Equipment Isn’t Working

Golf Equipment Isn’t Working  by: Mike Pedersen Golf equipment doesn’t work? Did that catch your attention? I hope so. Now keep reading. Just the other day I was watching the Golf Channel and they were talking yet again about the latest and greatest drives and irons. This golf equipment (new technology) that has gotten totally out of hand, is making these companies a ton of money. Why? Because they prey on vulnerable, frustrated... 

Golf Etiquette Tips For The Beginner

Golf Etiquette Tips For The Beginner  by: George Gabriel I’ve played with a lot of golfers who truly take the game of golf seriously and a lot of golfers who don’t. It’s okay to have fun out there, keeping in mind respect for other players who do take it serious. The tee box Think of the tee box as a stage with a spotlight. Everybody gets his or her turn to shine. Try to remain quiet and out of the golfer’s view, including...