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How To Win A Golf Tournement

2009-01-30T03:01:00.000-08:00

Author: Frederick Palmer

Planning a golf tournament? Here are some tips to help you.

1. Select a good golf course and facilities that can accommodate all the needs that you have and make sure that their staff employees are likewise accommodating. Check with the employees and ensure that you tell them what you need and what you want to happen, especially if you plan on having an awards or some sort of ceremonies after the tournament. This is also the time you should think of the number of golfers that you would allow to compete. You may want to check the staff recommendations, especially if they have a record of golf tournaments in their place.

2. It might be great if you make an information brochure explaining and advertising the tournament in a clear and concise manner, with a format that is easy and relaxing to read. Put in a concise registration form along with the brochure.

3. You should not forget about getting tournament sponsors. Order early the course signage. It might take some time in getting all the logos you need for printing. Be sure that the tournament sponsors you got have first approved the publication materials before taking them for printing. Many tournament sponsors have very strict specifications about the use of their logos and expect you to follow the guidelines that they have.

4. Consider the goodie bags or giveaways in the tournament. You could give shirts, tees, hats, balls, among others. You could also keep a supply of sunscreen packets and bottled water. If you are giving awards, you should order the trophies early.

5. You can buy a database (or design if you can do one) for the registration process in helping you track the players you have as well as the team pairings.

6. Make sure that the golf staff is recognized easily. They should be easily distinguished with a special hat or golf shirt.

7. Do a short checklist of the things you need to finish or accomplish in preparation for your tournament. Try to do everything as early as possible.

8. Inform the players of the rules and requirements of the system. Make sure that they do have the necessary equipment or tools for play, such as score cards, balls, tees, among others.

9. Make sure that there is proper and enough nourishment at the tournament. There should be enough food and drinks available in the various points around and on the course.

10. Prepare for worst-case scenarios like course problems, injuries, etc.

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Now Everyone can Afford to Buy New Golf Clubs

2009-01-29T03:00:00.000-08:00

Author: David Laible

The high price of golf clubs has kept many weekend hackers from taking advantage of the new technologies in golf equipment. TourGolfClubs has changed that with the introduction of a line of golf clubs that rivals the name brands in features and performance, but at a fraction of the price.

In the past the introductions of the golf clubs with new game improving technologies have been left to the wealthy. Most golfers can't afford to spend hundreds and even thousands of dollars to upgrade their old equipment. The technological advancement of new metals has allowed many golf club manufacturers to improve club performance by a creating a thinner club face and redistributing the weight of the golf club. The repositioning of the weight lowers the center of gravity of the golf club which provides lower spin rates and greater distance. These new designs have also allowed golf club manufacturers to increase the sweet spot of the clubs providing a more forgiving and consistent golf shot.

The top golf club manufacturers, like Ping, Taylormade, Callaway and Titliest have all recently retooled their entire line of clubs to take advantage of these new technologies. Golfers that purchased golf clubs 4 plus years ago are finding that they are at a disadvantage compared to many golfers using these newer golf clubs.

TourGolfClubs.com has provided hope to many of these golfers by offering an inexpensive line of golf clubs that uses these new technologies. Most golf clubs offered by TourGolfClubs are more the seventy five percent less expensive then the comparable name brand club. Every product TourGolfClubs makes feature the game improvement technologies and design concepts which will make you a better golfer - cavity back irons, perimeter weighting, low center of gravity. The only difference many of you will see in their golf clubs and the name brand ones are the price.

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Simple Golf Tip To Help You Become A Better Putter

2009-01-28T03:00:00.000-08:00

Author: Stan Thomas

This putting tip was recommended to me not to long ago, and I wanted to pass it along. It should help you develop a sense of 'feel' with your putts.

Find a level practice green. Line up several golf balls about twenty feet or so from the fringe of the green.

Line up over the first ball and take your regular putting stroke, putting toward the fringe. Do not look up at your shot immediately after impact. Instead keep your head down and guess where the putt will stop. Will it be long? Short? Perfect?

After you've made your guess based on what you 'feel', look up and watch exactly where the golf ball comes to a stop compared to your estimate. Putt through all your practice balls in the same manner.

This exercise separates your sense of sight from your sense of touch. Therefore, you can understand why it's important to make your guess of where the ball will land before you look up and get the feedback of your sight.

After making your guess look up and follow the path of your putt, watching it come to a complete stop. This will give your brain added feedback and accelerate the process of developing the proper 'feel' to putting. See how quickly your guesses become accurate and all your putts begin finishing in the same position, close to the fringe of the green.

A additional benefit to this simple drill is that will teach you to keep your head down and still while putting. As fundamental as it sounds, keeping a still head is imperative to mastering your putting stroke.

I also like this drill because you aren't putting to a specific target - a golf hole. Instead, you're putting to a general area. This is a great muscle memory technique that will allow your putting stroke to become a lot smoother and more consistent. Shooting to an area rather than a target should allow you to learn to putt from a more relaxed position, ridding tension from your putts. Tension is, of course, the death nil to any putt.

Once you've experimented with this exercise on a flat surface, try it on others as well: downhill, uphill, and undulating. It shouldn't take you long to develop a feel for whatever putting situation that presents itself on the golf course.

About the author: Stan Thomas has been playing golf since before dirt covered the earth. He knows he'll never master the game, but he can't deny the quest.

He invites you to visit his websites:

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How to maintain your golf cart's batteries

2009-01-27T03:00:00.000-08:00

Author: Ken MacKenzie

Serious, even dangerous threats can eventuate by improperly maintaining your golf cart's batteries. A lack of knowledge about basic golf cart battery maintenance can lead to all kinds of problems. Some users assume that the batteries that operate their golf carts are maintenance-free.

However, the key to achieving optimum performance and long life is a solid golf cart battery maintenance program.It is recommended that you obtain the following equipment for use in a Golf Cart Battery Maintenance Program

A wrench; distilled water; a voltmeter (an instrument used for measuring the voltage between two points in an electric circuit); a hydrometer (a tool used to measure the specific gravity of the electrolyte solution); a post cleaner; some baking soda; petroleum jelly and possibly the most of all - goggles and gloves.Always wear protective clothing, acid proof gloves and goggles when handling lead acid batteries and remove all jewellery. It's important to have lots of water and baking soda nearby as this will neutralise any acid spills from battery refilling and prevent further corrosive damage. Remember, the electrolyte is a solution of acid and water, so skin contact should be avoided and, do not smoke near batteries and never add acid to a battery.

Golf carts are typically powered by six lead-acid batteries mounted beneath the front seat.

First of all, examine the outside appearance of the batteries. You should look for cracks in the container and the top of the battery. Posts and connections should be free of dirt, fluids and corrosion. You should replace any damaged batteries. Check that all vent caps are tight. Then clean the battery top with a cloth or brush and a solution of baking soda and water ensuring that any cleaning solution or any other foreign matter does not get inside the battery. Then rinse with clean water and dry with a clean cloth. Solvents or spray cleaners should not be used. Then clean the battery terminals and the inside of the cable clamps with a post and clamp cleaner. Reconnect the clamps to the terminals and thinly coat them with petroleum jelly. Always keep the area around the batteries clean and dry.Water should only be added after fully

charging the golf cart battery Prior to charging, there should be enough water to cover the plates.

If the battery has been discharged (partially or fully), the water level should be above the plates. Some important things to remember are: Do not allow plates to be exposed to air and do not fill the water all the way up to the cap. Do not use water with a high mineral content. You should use only distilled or deionised water. Check water levels in each cell of each battery weekly to ensure that the leaded plates in the battery are submerged in liquid. Don't fill the cell all the way up -- add just enough water to cover the plates.

Lastly, please follow the manufacturer's instructions for maintaining your golf cart's batteries

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A Whiter Shade Of Playing Bad Golf | When The Golf Swing No Longer Matters

2009-01-26T03:01:00.000-08:00

Author: Stan Thomas

Don't let a bad start to a round of golf define your whole day on the course.

Too often when we get off to a rocky start the rest of our round is shot. We become our own worst enemy and create a doomful sense of self-fulfilling prophecy.

But does one hole define another? If one hole didn't go as planned, does that necessarily mean more will follow?

Chances are there will a domino effect, and the whole round will come cascading down. But, does it have to be that way?

Have you struggled through a round, determined to get control of all that's gone bad, and then suddenly at some point said, ""Ah, to hell with it. I'm just going to shoot my shots and have some fun.""

If you're like me, letting go of this attempted form of control can have a liberating effect on your round of golf. Not only are you enjoying yourself more, but you play better golf as well. Odd, isn't it? But it happens.

We are so result driven that we often forget to learn. We have in our minds the perfect golf swing and an idea of the perfect result it should achieve. When that doesn't happen the negative inner dialogue begins. With that comes a lot of trouble.

Personally speaking, I used to one of those golfers that was score and result driven. That was my priority while playing golf. And, I was miserable playing, but I was also determined I was going to better. I was going to achieve that place in my mind of being a 'good' golfer. That's how I was defining my time on the course.

Once after a particularly rotten day on the course I came home cursing and throwing my equipment into the garage.

My son was almost four years old at the time was playing in the yard and rushed to see what all the commotion was about.

""Are you mad, Daddy?"" he asked.

""Yeah, I played golf today, and I didn't do very well.""

He looked at me quizzically.

""Did you have fun?""

I laughed.

""Nope. Not today, I sure didn't.""

More quizzical looks came my way.

""Daddy, if you don't fun, why do you play?""

That simple question from a four-year-old boy stuck with me a long time.

Why was I playing? I had reached a plateau, and I wasn't getting any better. Playing golf and become a practice in frustration.

It was then I made a commitment to attempt to enjoy my time on the course more or to quit and do something else with my time.

If you find yourself in a similar situation, I'd strongly recommend you do the same. Stop worrying so much about your score or the result you want. Make it your goal to enjoy your time on the course more, to learn no matter what transpires.

You just might be surprised at all that begins to unfold, both on the golf course and inside of you.---

Stan Thomas has been playing golf since before dirt covered the earth. He knows he'll never master the game, but he can't deny the quest.

He invites you to visit his websites:

http://www.golfimproveswing.com/

http://www.squidoo.com/golfimproveswing/

About the author: Stan Thomas has been playing golf since before dirt covered the earth. He knows he'll never master the game, but he can't deny the quest.

He invites you to visit his websites:

http://www.golfimproveswing.com/

http://www.squidoo.com/golfimproveswing/

Callaway FTI - Probably the Best Golf Driver in the World

2009-01-25T03:01:00.000-08:00

Author: alan payne

The Callaway FTI can be used to a great advantage if you finally want to beat your golfing partners out on the fairway.

So What makes the Callaway FTI so special?

Firstly the Callaway FTI is made from a carbon composite which is extremely light weight but also extremely strong. This weight advantage has been used in production and testing to overall enhance the Callaway FTI's performance.

The Callaway FTI has been proven to hit balls further than any other driver on the market today which makes this driver your new best friend.

Callaway FTI includes a titanium cup face which helps the user increase golf ball speed from contact shots from the face of head.

To no surprise the Callaway FTI has been banned in use by professional golfers throughout the world at various golfing tournaments as using this driver gives the pro an unfair advantage against their competition.

Callaway featured heavily in the PGA tours in 1995 and Callaway golf drivers were No.1 in the tournament. This shot Callaway to become the largest manufacturer of golf clubs outselling its nearest rivals with 2003 became number one in the golf club market.

The Callaway FTI is a massive leap in golf club technology and redesign favoring any golfer. With the Callaway FTI promotions launched, record levels of pre orders were placed before the official launch date.

The Callaway FTI has been redesigned using a different shaped, square driver head which proven in testing to be a breakthrough in golf club performance. This Callaway FTI is weighted differently from all other clubs which distributes the weight to the outside edges of the head which helps prevent the club head to twist during shots. Any golfer will know that this is extremely important to prevent this if possible so the ball can be hit cleanly and on target.

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Can Simple Breathing Improve Your Golf Swing?

2009-01-24T03:00:00.000-08:00

Author: Stan Thomas

This may sound like the most basic golf tip of all, but when you want to improve your golf swing, don't forget to breathe.

Don't run off. I'll explain.

Think of the last time you were in trouble on the golf course. Remember what it was like. This most likely is going to cause tension in your body. And, with that tension your breathing is going to be restricted.

Take a few quick deep breaths right now. Come on. Just do it, for crying out loud.

Now think back to that tension-filled moment on the golf course I asked you to remember above. Does it feel different? When I do this simple exercise, it does. Simply because tension and breathing properly are not compatible partners.

Let's take the exercise a step further. Stand up in your golfing stance; legs spread shoulder width a part. Breathe in through your nose, evenly and fully. Breathe the air all the way in and down, fully expanding your lungs until you comfortably can't handle anymore. Hold it there momentarily and easily. Now, exhale, gently blowing the air out through the mouth.

You should feel your upper torso expand and relax; your arms should hang down now a bit more freely than before. You think this might be good for your golf swing?

I strongly recommend making deep breathing a part of your routine before every golf shot you attempt. This is should be the starting point for any action you have on the golf course.

Do this before every golf swing you attempt:

1) Position yourself behind the golf ball a comfortable distance; ten feet should suffice.

2) See your target line clearly and see, in the mind, your golf shot perfectly executed.

3) Comfortably take a full and deep breath, having the air gently fill your lungs. Hold it for a moment and then gently blow it out through the mouth. I find pursing my lips on the exhale helps with a full exhalation.

4) When this simple routine is accomplished, you are then ready to approach your golf ball. Do this and notice how relaxed you are as you stand over your shot.

In essence you're playing a little trick on the unconscious mind. Whereas the body and mind was once filled with tension and the breathing was restricted, now the breathing is full and the new message to all points of your being is ""no more trouble here"".

I can't stress how much I recommend this simple exercise. Put it in your golf bag and use it like you would any other golfing tool. You won't be disappointed.

At first I applied this technique when faced with any situation that I felt was stressful while playing golf. Later I began using it before every golf swing I was attempting. Now, it has spilled over, and I use in my daily routine away from golf. I hope you'll try it as well.---

Stan Thomas has been playing golf since before dirt covered the earth. He knows he'll never master the game, but he can't deny the quest.

He invites you to visit his website:

http://www.golfimproveswing.com http://www.squidoo.com/golfimproveswing/

About the author: Stan Thomas has been playing golf since before dirt covered the earth. He knows he'll never master the game, but he can't deny the quest.

He invites you to visit his website:

http://www.golfimproveswing.com http://www.squidoo.com/golfimproveswing/

Buying A Golf Swing Meter To Help Your Game

2009-01-23T03:00:00.000-08:00

Author: Wade Robins

A golf swing meter can help you keep your swing consistent and increase your distance. It takes the guesswork out of measuring your swing speed. It's not always easy to tell by just eyeballing your swing whether you're hitting it the same each time or not.

If you're looking to buy a golf swing meter, there are several out there to choose from. You can get a swing meter that either attaches to your club, or sits in front of the ball and measures ball speed by radar.

If you are getting one that attaches to the club, make sure that it is light and not in your way. Different models attach in different ways. Try a few swings in the shop to see how it feels before you take it home.

The radar swing meters are usually a little pricier, but they may be better for you if you don't want to deal with having it attached to your club.

Here are some of the most popular golf swing meter devices on the market.

- Golf Hook/Slice Talking Swing Meter

Yes, this one talks to you. It attaches to your golf club and has a little speaker on the top that says, ""Hook"", ""Slice,"" or if you hit a good one, ""Nice Shot!""

The Golf Hook/Slice Talking Swing Meter is light and compact, and attaches easily to your club. It sits right above the club, and is a little bit smaller than the club itself. It takes 3-Button Cell Batteries.

The talking meter is no gimmick. It's fun to hear the voice call your shot, but the real reason for it is that it gives you instant feedback. You don't have to stop and check the little display. Right after your shot, the Meter lets you know how you did.

The Golf Hook/Slice Talking Swing Meter costs around $20 new.

- The Dyna Flex Digital Speed Meter

This speed meter is one of the most accurate and complex, offering various features for users, but it must be used with the Dyna Flex Powerball Wrist Exerciser. The Dyna Flex Powerball attaches to your club, and the tiny meter is easily attachable to the Powerball.

This device gives you an accurate reading of the speed of your swings, and it also keeps track of your highest speed. It measures the gyro speed, so it gives you an accurate reading. It can also calculate the maximum RPM for your gyro speed.

The Dyna Flex Digital Speed Meter sells for about $15, but you also have to buy the Dyna Flex Powerball Wrist Exerciser separately.

- Swing Mate Speedmeter

The Swing Mate Speedmeter is nice because you don't have to attach it to your golf club. It uses a radar to measure your club speed without having to be attached. It's small and takes a simple 9-vold battery.

This device shows you your speed on a big, easy-to-read display screen. It also has a memory function that allows you to keep track of your last ten swings, your average speed and which clubs you've been using.

Some swing meters can be pretty clumsy with their club attachments, and that might keep you from getting an accurate reading. Because the Swing Mate Speedmeter uses radar technology, you don't have to attach it to your club.

The Swing Mate Speedmeter retails for about $110.

A golf swing meter is an important training tool, helping golfers to determine and assess their swing speed. A good look at your swing speed can help you build accuracy and consistency, and improve your game.

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The Anatomy of Golf

2009-01-22T03:00:00.000-08:00

Author: Steven Cancel

Have you ever been invited to play a round of golf, and realized when you got there, you have no idea what you are suppose to do? Well, this will help you know your surroundings when you get to the course so you aren't in the dark about you situation.

The game is played on what is a course, of which I previously said. It consists of 9 or 18 holes. Each hole is the target of your ball and you want to get your ball there in the fewest shots as possible. Each time you hit the golf ball this is called a ""Stroke.""

Teeing Ground

When you get on the course with your clubs, you start on the first hole at a place called the Tee. Officially it is called the ""Teeing Ground,"" but you are trying to fit in and everyone just uses the shortended version of it. This is the beginning of each hole. It is where you hit the golf ball off a short wooden or plastic peg for a better first shot.

Fairway

The fairway is generally where a player would want to hit on to from their tee shot. If the ball goes off the point of where you wanted it, it could land in a place called the ""Rough,"" which is basically grass that is much higher than that of the fairway. It is much harder to hit out of which is why you would aim for the fairway.

Hazard

Other than the Rough, there are much worse things on a golf course that can cause trouble to the score you are aiming at. These golf course hazards include water hazards like lakes, and rivers. If you hot your ball in to one of those, you will get charged a one stroke penalty. A different hazard is called a bunker or a sand trap. A bunker or a sand trap is exactly what it sounds like. It is a big whole of sand that traps the ball and makes it harder to hit out of. You would generally want to just hit the ball and try not to hit the sand at all. Other hazards include trees, denser vegetation, and bushes.

Putting Green

After getting through the most part of the hole, you come to the nearest part near the actual hole called the ""Putting Green."" The Putting Green will have the shortest grass on the course and consist of an area where you line up your ball with the hole. But that isn't as easy as it sounds. Each Putting Green is unique with small hills and slopes that can change the direction your ball goes. This is why you must study the hole a bit before attempting to put the all in. Your club, called a putter, will be different from the other clubs. It is a flat faced club which makes the ball roll along the ground towards the hole until the ball comes to rest in the cup.

Scoring

When you play a hole, you want to have your strokes under a certain level depending on the length of the hole. Having an even amount of stoke with out going over is called ""Par"".

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History of Golf

2009-01-21T03:01:00.000-08:00

Author: Jonathon Blocker

There are many types of enjoyable exercise, but one that comes to the top of the list is the game of golf . There are golf courses in nearly every community in the United States and beyond, and all offer tee times that are available when you make golf course reservations. How golf got its start is a fascinating topic that all golfers want to know more about, and the game has a history rich in culture and lore.

There is much lively discussion over the origins of the game of golf. Many different cultures have laid claims to being the first one to have invented the game. For instance, an eleventh century Chinese book talks about a game that sounds like golf. In the Netherlands' city of Loenen aan de Vecht the game was said to be mentioned as having been played in 1297. Some scholars believe that the Vikings invented the game of golf in the middle of the thirteenth century. Scotland has long been believed to be the location where golfing was invented as well. Golf was played at the famous Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews, and this led to a law being put in place by King James the Second in 1457. The king's soldiers were spending too much time playing the game and not practicing their archery, so he outlawed the game at St. Andrews. Early accounts of the game are also seen in depictions inside England's Gloucester Cathedral dating back to 1340.

The word ""golf"" is based on the Dutch word ""kolf,"" which refers to a ""bat, club or stick,"" and thus may lend credence to the idea that golf began in the Netherlands. Apparently there was a game where you place an object in a hole in the ice, and this was called ""ice kolf,"" which might be seen as how the land-based form of the game started. More recently, a German scholar has found early depictions of the game of ""Kolven,"" which was a game about putting a ball into a hole, and this supposedly helps to set the sport's origins in the Netherlands.

A couple of the oldest golf courses are St. Andrews and the Old Links at Musselburgh, both in Scotland. It is believed that Mary, Queen of Scots, played golf at Musselburgh in 1567. The Old Links had only seven holes originally, but eventually it grew to nine. St. Andrews started out with eleven holes that were played twice, for a total of twenty-two. In time, some of the links were shortened and combined, so that it played out at eighteen holes.

This ancient game can still be enjoyed worldwide today, and its history simply adds to its popularity.

About the author: Jonathan Blocker is an avid golfer and pro golf instructor, he travels all over the world to many golf courses all over the world and participates in golf tournaments

A Golf Tip To Help With The Chip Shot

2009-01-20T03:02:00.000-08:00

Author: Stan Thomas

When looking to improve your golf swing in the area of chipping, it is best to think of it as an extension of your putting stroke.

When you are roughly six yards from the green and conditions allow for a low shot trajectory with a short ball flight and a good amount of roll, use your chip shot.

You want your chip shots to be similar to your putting shot as much as possible. Grip the club as you would the putter, and your stroke should be that same pendulous motion as when putting.

As you will be putting the ball in flight for a short distance, there are differences between the two shots, however.

When chipping use and iron, but adjust it by raising it on its toe (the furthest tip on the clubface), making the club more upright like a putter. This will allow for the straight back and pendulous motion of the putting stroke.

Grip the club down until it is similar to the length of your putter. Your shoulders should control the motion of your stroke: no wrist movement and very little movement of your lower body.

Your stance should be more narrow than usual, thus allowing for very little weight transfer. Remember, this stroke is as refined as the putting stroke. Any transfer of weight will be counter-productive to what you're trying to accomplish.

Open your stance slightly and drop your left foot back of the line of your target line. This will ensure your lower body stays properly planted. This will also encourage your weight to stay anchored on your left side, where you want it while chipping.

You'll want the golf ball positioned on the inside of your right foot (if you are right handed). You'll want to angle the club toward the target so that your hands are directly opposite your left thigh.

This will produce an angle of descent in your swing motion that will naturally give the golf ball some air underneath it. Have your shoulders square to the line of your target. This controls the path your stroke will follow. Make absolutely certain you do not use your wrists while executing this stroke.

Chipping isn't a glamorous part of playing golf. But when you get proficient at it, it will cut strokes off your golf score. Don't forget if you want to improve your golf swing in this area, it takes practice; another area that isn't so glamorous, but that's a topic for another day.---

Stan Thomas has been playing golf since before dirt covered the earth. He knows he'll never master the game, but he can't deny the quest.

He invites you to visit his websites:

http://www.golfimproveswing.com/

http://www.squidoo.com/golfimproveswing/

About the author: Stan Thomas has been playing golf since before dirt covered the earth. He knows he'll never master the game, but he can't deny the quest.

He invites you to visit his websites:

http://www.golfimproveswing.com/

http://www.squidoo.com/golfimproveswing/

Finding Golf Instructions

2009-01-19T03:01:00.000-08:00

Author: Frederick Palmer

Like any sports, golf entails some fundamental instructions on rules, method, customs, and equipment. These golf instructions, aside from practices, are important in order to become an expert golfer.

Hence, in the United States, any golfer can gain the same knowledge that most professional golfers have obtained by enrolling in golf schools or training centers that are duly licensed by the U.S. Golf Teacherís Federation or the Professional Golfers Association.

For those who would like to know more about golf instructions, here is a list of some facts that they can use in gaining more information about golf and golf instructions:

1. Golf Instructions started in the ìmedieval era"".

As early as the 1350's, golf instructions had already dominated the society. Back then, golfers were already incorporating the basic concept of golf instructions by letting each group of golfers to strike the next unbroken shot.

2. Expensive state of golf instructions

Before the gutta percha ball was created, golf instructions were very costly then. It was even considered as a very expensive set of abilities wherein only a few people from Edinburgh could play the game.

3. ìShow-and-tellî type of golf instruction

It was in 1848 when the ìshow-and-tellî type of golf instructions was first introduced. It was also during this year that the ìguttieî ball was invented.

Because of these, golf eventually became an affordable sport. It also became an easy export item wherein golf was gradually introduced to the rest of the world.

4. First golf instructional book

It was in 1857 that the first golf instructional book was published. The book, entitled ìA Keen Handî, written by H.B. Farnie was all about golf instructions on techniques and strategies in playing golf.

5. The important part of golf instructions

In golf instructions, the most essential things that a golfer must learn are alignment, proper posture, golf swing, and grip. These things are the primary concern of the golf instructions because these are vital to every golf playerís shot in the game.

6. Golf instructions and shots

Through golf instructions, every golfer wannabe is able to learn the different traditional shots like fairway shots, chipping, approaches, putting, sand-shots, and driving.

For higher level of golf instructions, players are taught with methods that are more intricate like controlling the loft, trouble shots, and controlling the shape of the shot.

Indeed, there are no better ways to learn golf than through golf instructions. Everythingís already included and taught in golf instructions.

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Golf Playing Tips: Learn How to Play Golf in 5 Easy Ways

2009-01-18T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Frederick Palmer

For people who are into playing golf, nothing matters most for them than to have a better score when playing the game. This is because most golfers usually take their gratifications in the scores that they make.

Therefore, for people who want to increase their playing skill, here is a list of some tips that they can use to improve their gaming performance.

1. Pump up before the game starts

Every golfer must first learn the things they have to do before they play the game. The problem with most players is that they tend to think that since golf is not a very strenuous sport like basketball, they donít have to do some warm up exercises.

This should not be the case because golfers need to warm up and stretch those muscles before they start making double bogeys.

2. Swinging is a perfect exercise

In golf, the most pressured and the most exerted part of the body are the hands. Hence, it is important to exercise them before playing the game.

Swinging can effectively pull out any stressed or rigid muscle in the hand. Itís best to keep on practicing swinging. Experts say that almost 50% of a golferís ability is based on swinging.

3. Consider the size of the club

In order to play the best golf game, it is important for a player to choose the right golf club that he or she will use. The first to consider when choosing a golf club is its length. The length should be proportionate and suitable to the player so that he or she will be comfortable when playing.

4. Familiarize the six parts of golf swings

In order to play best in golf, it is important for a player to familiarize himself or herself on the six parts of the golf swing technique. The six parts of the swing are the proper alignment of the golf club; proper setup of the golferís posture and position; back swing; ìtake-awayî; impact; and the ìfollow-throughî.

5. Know the course

A good golfer should know his or her terrain. Hence, it is important for a golfer to note the so-called ìtrouble areasî. This is where some imminent problems are present like a sloping part of the fairway or hanging branch of a tree.

These are just some of the basic tips that one could use in playing golf. However, the most important thing a golfer should remember is to keep his or her body healthy before the competition. Itís where they generate their power for that beautiful back swing.

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How To Find The Golf Shoe That Is Right For You

2009-01-17T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Frederick Palmer

It all depends on your feet. Basically, golf shoe or not, shoes must be comfortable to wear and should fit good. Also, the shoes should fit your budget as well as your lifestyle.

Out with the old

Old golf shoes have those spikes that are made out of metal. These types of foot wear are no longer allowed on the golf greens. Throw them out and get a new pair of great golf shoes. Current makers of golf shoes use spikes that are soft and made of plastic.

Brand it or not

The brand is not as important compared to fit, comfort and style. You may have the shoes that Tiger Woods wears but that does not mean you will play like him if you wear the brand of shoes he wears. Be realistic. If you prefer the slip-on golf shoes rather than the ones that you have to tie, go and get those. It is your opinion and preference that counts more than anything else. Listen to what your feet are telling you.

Why are they on sale?

Golf shoes are different and unique. Though you could simply settle for any shoe that fits or any shoe that looks good because they fit your budget, this should not be the only consideration. Take this as an example, a golfer once bought a pair of golf shoes simply because they were on sale. Lo and behold when the golfer tried it on the actual greens, he found out that it was a pain to the feet and very difficult to keep on as well as to tie.

So please do not forget to try it out first. Your feet would know better and then let your wallet speak after your feet have decided on the shoes. Walk around the store with the shoes you are intent to purchase. Make sure though that you also try on other pairs.

Know your real golf self

However, if you do not play golf very much, it is best that you purchase the kind of shoes that just as well do not cost as much. But if you are a devoted golfer, shoes that are waterproof is the best option. These shoes are good for walking as well as sloshing along the greens. But if you are a golfer that is not so serious in playing and you enjoy the walking over the hills, around trees and tees more than playing or putting, then going waterproof may not be an option for you.

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Find A Good Online Golf Store

2009-01-16T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Frederick Palmer

Did you ever get the feeling that it is better to stay home than go out to shop for that golf equipment? Thank goodness there is such a thing as a website to cater to the wants, needs and preferences of online shoppers who prefer to go online shopping than the actual one.

CaddyDaddygolf.com is one such golf store. They have been touted as the leading designer of golf equipment for those enthusiasts of golf.

This shop started as a producer of custom made golf coolers. These innovative golf coolers are able to keep drinks or any beverage that is brought on the golf course cool. This store also has a travel bag that is fit to do some heavy duty loading. The materials used for these items are of excellent quality. They continually release new products and any updates they have could be seen and accessed in their caddydaddygolf.com website.

One of the other products that caddydaddygolf.com produces are options for customized embroidery as well as silk screen. The products found in this golf store could be customized to have your company logos on them or any personal feature you want placed. For corporate logo customizations, a minimum of a dozen pieces could be produced in as short a time as fourteen days, or less.

This golf store could also serve anyoneís need for golf tournaments and prizes. They are also able to create a unique combination of packages for tournaments for various golf needs or golf business events.

If it is not that obvious yet, this golf store has the most discerning golf player and enthusiast in mind. This shop is not just for the serious golfer, it also serves the needs of the recreational golf players. And their sales increase for the past years have proved that their business strategy of offering quality items and products is well worth it.

Believe it or not, the caddydaddygolf.com products are also available in golf retail stores as well across the United States, and they are continuously growing. Their products could also be availed in wholesale price. Visiting the caddydaddygolf.com website is a more efficient way to check out any of their latest products and services.

So if you are looking to purchase products from the caddydaddygolf.com store in order to re-sell them or if you are simply looking for that all elusive golf travel bag or golf gift for that golf buddy of a boss of yours, this golf store is one of the best to look into.

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Tips on Choosing Golf Gift Ideas

2009-01-15T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Frederick Palmer

Choosing gifts can be very tedious, especially if you do not have any idea what the other person would like to receive.

One of the secrets of giving gifts is to know the personality of the person who will receive the gift. In this way, the giver will be able to think of some gift ideas that will suit the personality of the person who will receive the gift.

However, if a person is planning to give a gift to a golfer or to a golf enthusiast, choosing a golf gift idea is relatively easy to do. This is because the only happiness of a person who is into golf is to have golf things.

Here is a list of some golf gift ideas and some factors that a gift-giver should consider before choosing a gift:

1. Movies

If the person who will receive the gift is a movie buff aside from being a golf enthusiast, then, it is best to give movies about golf or has some stories about golf. In this way, the person who will receive the gift will enjoy both worlds ó movies and golf.

2. Instructional videos

Golfers and golf fanatics would love to learn golf the fun way. Hence, it is best to give them golf instructional videos that they can enjoy watching as a recreation or as a learning material.

3. Books

For golfers who love to read books, it is also best to give them golf books. The variety can either be instructional or a feature-type of story.

4. Video games

Golfers would also love to receive golf video games. In this way, they can enjoy playing golf even if they are indoors. With golf video games, they can still feel the heat of live action even if they are comfortably sitting on their couch.

5. Miscellaneous

The anything-can-do items are also remarkable gift ideas for golf lovers and players. With these miscellaneous items, they can enjoy golf whether they are in the office or at home.

Some examples of these golf miscellaneous items are golf paintings, could either be abstract or a portrait of their favorite player; beer glasses that have golf designs embedded on it; golf shoes; etc.

6. Golf equipment

These are the best golf gifts golfers and golf enthusiast could ever receive. There is no better item to make them happy than what golf equipment can do. It could be a golf ball, a club, a golf bag, or anything that can be used when playing the game.

Indeed, golf gifts are the best items a golfer could ever have.

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Tips on How to Lower your Golf Score

2009-01-14T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Frederick Palmer

There is a way to lower your golf score, and the most efficient and quick way to do so is by putting. Although there are those golfers who put the blame on the putter thus the reason for their bad putt, it also helps if the grip of the putter is on a surface that is flat.

Shaft Length

It is advisable for the shaft to be at the appropriate length for the golfer to have a posture that allows the arms to hang down straight from the shoulders to ease the swing of the arm.

The head of the putter should as much as possible be heavy especially if the golfer plays on slow-greens. But if the golfer plays on fast-greens, the putter should be light.

Grip it good

When engaging in an actual play, the putter should be gripped in a way that is comfortable to the golfer. The thumbs must be on a surface of the putter grip that is flat.

The face of the putter should be perpendicular to the line of the target. You would be able to know if the putter is correctly aimed if you look at the direction of the ball from behind. You can try this exercise: on your ball, make a distinguishing mark. Then, pick up the ball and replace the ball. Point the writing you made on the ball towards the line of the target.

After which, place the head of the putter behind the golf ball and put the head of the putter in a direction perpendicular to the mark put on the ball. By doing so, you were able to aim the face of the putter towards the line of the target.

Wasnít it easy? Now you can stand in a relaxed manner as you direct your eyes over the golf ball. Your shoulders should be in a position that is parallel to the line of the target. Notice that if your shoulders are correctly aimed, it is sure that the golf ball is on the correct path.

Distance and direction

A good golf putter must be able to have a sense of direction as well as distance.

If you have a sense of direction, chances are you will have a great putting set-up. As much as possible, try to use the method of the Triangle. This method makes use of your shoulders and both your right and left arms. These three parts must work together as a single component especially when the putter is moved back and moved forth with a pressure grip that is light. Doing so enables you a chance to sense the correct distance.

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Buying Golf Equipment - Top Tips

2009-01-13T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Frederick Palmer

Getting the right equipment to play the game of golf is not that difficult. All it takes is for the person to look at the right place and getting value for oneís money. One can check the local directory or ask someone for directions on how to get there. Here are some tips buying golf gear:

1. Before one starts buying, it is best to first check if that person has the budget for it. There are many brands available and this is sometimes the determining factor which will make a person do well in the green or not.

2. How often will the person use it is another factor. It doesnít take that much to maintain golf equipment since all a person needs is a roller brush or a small towel. If the person is just starting out in golf, the brand does not matter but it will later on as the person decides to invest more in the sport.

3. Most golf shops sell brand new and second hand equipment. If that person can't afford a new set, it is advisable to first start with a used one then save up for a brand new one later on.

4. Some people canít tell the difference how one brand is better than another. If that person has that problem, one should ask the sales person for help since that individual is more familiar with what is there available in the shop.

5. Buying golf equipment can be challenging. By looking in more than one store, a person can probably get a good deal or find an item that is cheaper in one store than the one down the street.

6. Golf specialty stores are just one place where one can get good merchandise. The other is via the internet. There area many websites that also specialize in selling brand new and second hand equipment. One can order it online and have it delivered to one's doorstep. Another way of doing, which may not carry a whole line of things for golf, are auction sites where a person can bid on a certain item and if one is the winning bidder, one will also be able to get it in a few days.

7. Some experts who have played the game for quite some time prefer to sell the old equipment to someone which saves money in paying for a new one. If the person asks around, there is a chance that individual will be lucky to get it at a good price which is a far better deal then getting it from any golf shop.

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Pointers for a Good Choice of Golf School

2009-01-12T03:00:00.000-08:00

Author: Frederick Palmer

According to GOLF Magazine, the Phil Ritson - Mel Sole Golf School is included among the top five good ñ if not best ñ golf schools in the United States. Every year since 1999, this school appears and is included among the ten best golf academies.

The Basis of the Rankings

These were according to a variety of reasons which includes the teaching quality of the golf professors, the school program and facilities, as well as the hundreds if not thousands of golf graduates that were surveyed and asked to rate the experiences they had from attending the school.

According to this particular school, they help students achieve his or her personal best, always.

Teaching Principle

The teaching principle in this golf school was formulated by Phil Ritson - he used to be a coach to Gary Player as well as other stars in the PGA ñ and Mel Sole, who is a veteran of the PGA Tour in South Africa.

Good golf schools such as this cater to a host of golfers in different levels of skill, knowledge and expertise. They should also be open to anyone from the golf beginner and the advanced. Also, a low student to teacher ratio is best so that ample time and attention is given to teaching and learning golf without it being too expensive and unaffordable.

Visual Aids

The selection of the good golf schools as according to GOLF Magazine depended also on the various aids used in teaching the game. However, though computer generated golf swing models are used to illustrate a good golf swing, up to video analysis software that consists of four cameras to capture that perfect or imperfect shot with hopes of further improving on it, and acres upon acres of land range all help in making it conducive to study golf. Still, nothing beats a schoolís quality teaching instructions and curriculum.

Instructor's Credentials

The golf instructorís teaching credentials is one of the basis in the selection of good golf schools. How many years have they been teaching? How many of these teachers actually are professionals that are included in the PGA, are Class A or belong to LPGA?

In GOLF Magazineís selection, price was not included. They considered this factor as very little in the overall golf school selection since they consider that the primary reason for attending a golf school is for one to better his or her game, regardless of the price it would take for anyone to do so.

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Guides to Golf Lesson Hunting

2009-01-11T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Frederick Palmer

Golf.

Before, it has been acclaimed as a game for those who can afford to buy the equipment needed. But as time goes by, golf has gradually gained mass recognition, as it becomes an affordable sport.

However, golf lessons remain to be very expensive. Thatís why it is important to take into considerations the different factors that need to be mulled over before obtaining golf lessons.

Therefore, for those who would like to know how to shop for golf lessons in the market, here is a list of some tips that can be used:

1. Budget

Before a Tiger Wood wannabe enrolls into some golf lessons, he or she must first learn how to stick to the budget.

Golf lessonsí prices may vary and there are instances where other institutions price their golf lessons really high. So itís better for a beginner to conform to his budget so that he will not be compelled to take the best and the most expensive golf lessons.

2. Know the preferences

It is important to consider oneís preference for golf lessons. For example, if an individual is very particular with the instructors, then, he or she should be prepared to prepare a bigger budget for it because skilled instructors usually offer expensive golf lessons.

3. Consider oneís goals and dedication to learn the game

Expensive golf lessons can really do amazement with oneís performance in the game. However, these things will only be put to waste if the concerned individual is not dedicated to do the lessons.

The important thing in golf lessons is to have oneís goals and dedication meet at a certain point.

4. Types of golf lessons

Golf lessons can either be private or those that are taught in golf schools. Both are advantageous to a golf wannabe. The only difference they make is with the length of time required to finish the lessons.

Private golf lessons entail a longer period than golf lessons taught in schools.

5. Shop around

Not all golf lesson providers are created equal. Hence, it is important for a person who wants to learn golf lessons to shop around first so that he will be able to compare one item from another.

Indeed, golf lessons can be very expensive. Thatís why it is important to consider these factors so as to avoid any additional expenses.

Nevertheless, golf lessons can definitely help a person harness his or her skills when playing golf.

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Finding A Good Golf Shop

2009-01-10T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Frederick Palmer

Golf is a game that one can learn easily if one has enough determination and can invest in the right equipment. Beginners or professionals in the sport of golf should always use the best that is available which can be purchased from a reputable store and the best place to get it is in golf specialty shop. Places like these have everything from golf clubs, to balls, to shoes and clothes which are the essentials when one is an enthusiast of walking the green.

If one is not sure where to find one, that person can check the local directory or go online since there are many websites that offer brand new and second equipment that a person who is just a beginner or an expert can choose from and buy. All it takes is putting it in ones shopping basket, giving some credit card details then after a few days, it will be delivered so the person can bring it to the club and start having fun.

Should the person still have a hard time in looking for a specialty shop, one can ask people for directions on how to get there. Some of these places can be a bit more expensive than others so before buying anything, one should check out the other stores and look for bargains before making any decisions.

There are many brands in the sport of golf and if the person has a hard time picking a certain item, one can ask the assistance of the sales person who will be able to tell which are the best selling items and the benefits and features of each.

Having the right set of clubs is the determining factor which will tell whether a person will do well in a tournament or not. Since this is very important, one should take the time to feel the grip of each model available first in the store so one will be able to choose the right set that the person can use and will feel comfortable with when playing in the green.

Playing golf is being with nature. It makes one get up early in the morning while the sun isnít out yet and enjoying the game in the company of people from work or with friends. By having the right equipment on hand, it will make the person enjoy the game which provides a great escape from the pressures of the city.

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Simple Instruction For Hitting Your Golf Driver

2009-01-09T03:00:00.001-08:00

Author: Mike Pedersen

Simple instruction is the key to hitting your golf driver. Every golfer wants to hit the long ball...but very few every do. Why? Because they ""over-analyze"" their swing and get ""locked-up"" when the get on the tee box.

How many times have you yearned to hit it longer...swung harder...and it didn't happen? Every golfer on the planet can say this. I know I've done it more times than I can count! Swinging harder isn't the answer! In fact...it's death to your dreams of longer drives.

Golfers are so infatuated with the LONG ball. So much that they will spend $500 on a new driver in hopes for more yards off the tee. The problem with this approach is the cause of your lack of distance. It's not your club, it's how you swing the club that's the problem!

Getting the proper instruction for your driver is critical to achieving your goals of more yards. There is so much junk, bad tips, and advice out there...you can be deluged with these inadequate thoughts, resulting in driving distances below your norm. Not what you want if you want more yards!

You need help from someone whose been there. Not the Harmons, Leadbetter's and the Rick Smith's of the world, but average golfers who have found a method that works! A method that can add up to 30 yards to your drives with minimal effort or change in your golf swing.

This type of instruction is out there, but finding it might be another issue. The Net is polluted with hundreds, if not thousands of websites, pages and articles that won't help. I don't mean to get you feeling like you can't find help, but you need some resources you can turn to you trust. And that will get you the results you're looking for.

You need simple instruction for hitting your golf driver! Nothing too complicated or confusing. No ""62-point"" checklist or redoing of your golf swing. If an instructor tells you that...run!

As an amatuer golfer, we don't have the time nor the money to be our absolute best. We all want to be, but it's not realistic. We don't do this for a living! I think a lot of the time we do it for the challenge to beat our previous score; hit our drives longer than before; make fewer putts in a round; or maybe just for the enjoyment of getting outside, away from the hassles and responsibilities of life for 4 and a half hours.

Either way, hitting your golf driver longer than you have before is a lot of fun! With a little bit of research, you'll find the instruction to hit those long golf drives!

About the author: Curt Smith is a golf writer who writes for many golf websites. He is the main writer for the new Golf Instruction Guide site. For more

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Life at the Golf Course

2009-01-08T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: David Stargel

Have you ever thought you would like to live at the golf course? What would life really be like on the 14th hole?

Residential golf communities are an increasingly popular option for homeowners, as families search for peaceful communities to live in. Even the pricey yearly homeowner's fees don't dissuade people from buying into, what the developers are calling, not just a lifestyle but a way of life.

Golf communities have been compared by some to Mayberry-like neighborhoods, where neighbors know each other, and parents feel good about letting their children play in the street with other kids. In fact, these communities are drawing lots of young families with children. And now younger families are able to afford a golf course home.

A home in a golfing community has become much more affordable in recent years. Although million dollar homes are certainly still available for purchase, so are homes that start in the mid $400,000's or town homes that are half that cost.

But all good things come at a price so don't expect a home with individuality and character for that price.

Cookie cutter houses are what you get at almost all residential golf communities with maybe two or three plans to choose from.

At the Brier Creek Country Club in Raleigh, NC you can choose one of the plans to have built and then can add a few customized features to make your house feel less standard. However, the wooded lots and spacious floor plans go a long way in making your home feel less average and more individual.

An unusual trend that golf communities are seeing is that plenty of homeowners in these areas don't even own a single golf training aid!

In fact, some residential golf community managers estimate that as many as 65% of their residents don't play the game much less invest in golf equipment. This just serves to prove that you don't have to love the game to love the lifestyle.

There are many more things that make these kinds of communities attractive. Homeowners love that property values in these types of communities are steadily rising all over the country.

Having someone else manicuring your backyard is also a plus. And the camaraderie of living around likeminded people can be a comfort.

Living on a golf course is definitely expensive, even with the less expensive home models. If you choose to live in this type of community you have to view it as an investment, but for a growing number of people -it's worth it.

About the author: David Stargel publishes several golf related websites in addition to writing about all sorts of golf related topics. Visit us at The Golfer!

Golf Instruction Recommendations

2009-01-07T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Michael Davis

Are your golf skills up to par? If not, golf instruction can help improve your swing, and your status on the links.

With the exception of those natural born Sultans of Swat, every golfer can benefit from golf instruction. Consulting with a professional golf pro can diagnose your hooks target the weaknesses in your swing. Proper golf instruction also provides secret tricks of the game and simple mind tricks to help you better focus before and after every shot on the course.

All of the best amateur golfers on the circuit take golf instruction from the pros. You can bet that all pro golfers also received golf instruction along the way to the top. Natural born athletes like the Michael Schmidts and Michael Jordans of the world turn to pros from time to time, to point out faults like hitches in the back swing, or how they tend to look up in their short game. Even professional golfers seek out golf instruction from the gurus of the game when they're in a slump or losing distance on their drives.

In other words, don't feel ashamed if you think you need golf lessons. That's why clubs keep golf pros on staff. If there wasn't a need for golf pros, these talented individuals wouldn't be professionally trained and PGA certified. Reaching this degree of certification is no easy feat. It takes years of hard work, study and intense training to be certified by the PGA. The pros are there to give golf instruction and to plan club tournaments, run the pro shop and interact with club members. Even after they earn their stripes, golf pros keep ahead of the game by attending seminars and workshops to brush up on new training techniques.

The very pros that provide golf instruction took lessons from the pros before them. In the beginning of the 20th century, serious golfers from Scotland and England traveled to America for professional training. The PGA was established at that time, to teach Americans to play and spread the gospel of golf. Several decades later, golf is taught and played worldwide. Early golfers from the United Kingdom created some stiff competition.

Golf instruction can help your technique and bring your game up to par. Who knows, with a few lessons you could be on you're way to becoming the next PGA certified pro golfer.

About the author: Michael Davis is an author for several popular online magazines, on sports and games , solving problems , and hobbies and sports topics.

Golf Grip Instruction - Stance and Ball Flight

2009-01-06T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Bobby Eldridge

I'm going to talk with you about how to draw the golf ball, hook the golf ball, or fade or slice the golf ball on purpose. That way, the next time you go play, if you have a dogleg right or a dogleg left, or the wind's blowing from the left or wind's blowing from the right, you'll be able to curve the golf ball that will be beneficial towards you.

Let's say I'm going to play a hole that has a big dogleg to the left, and I think that I can get it out and around the corner. I'm going to give you a couple of ideas on how to draw the golf ball. After you go through your routine, make sure that you aim the golf ball further right than normal, than you're used to. The second thing is I'm going to give you some golf grip instruction. You should turn your grip a little bit to the right. This will encourage the face to curve over.

And lastly, make sure that you're aiming with your shoulders, knees and hips to the right. And if you'd like to and you feel comfortable, you can put the right foot back a little bit. This will encourage the golf club to swing a little bit more underneath you from the inside.

Now let me give you a little bit of information on how to make the golf ball fade. After you've gone through your routine and you've aimed down the left side of the fairway, another golf trip instruction is to make sure that before you draw the golf club back that you turn your grip to the left a little bit. And this will delay the face from closing opposite of the draw, and the face will return more open than it will square or closed. And then swing away and that will help the golf ball fade. Now let's spend a minute correcting a hook. If you've been struggling, really hooking a lot of your tee shots, all you have to do is check your grip. The golf grip instruction is to make sure that it's over to the left a little bit and that will encourage the face to stay open.

If you've been slicing the ball, make sure you turn your grip a little bit further to the right, and that will help the golf club close and bring the ball back to center instead of slicing so much. Try that the next time out and see how it works.

About the author: Bobby Eldridge is the Head Instructor for the PurePoint Golf Academy where he teaches ""The Simple Golf Swing"" theory. For more tips and FREE video lessons, visit www.allgolfsecretsrevealed.com

Golf Carts - Top Tips

2009-01-05T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Frederick Palmer

When playing golf, it is quite difficult to carry a bag with the different clubs even with the company of a caddy. This is because the bag weighs a lot and of course, be it 18 or 36 holes, is a long walk. It is a good thing that there are golf carts to get from one hole to another which will save the person time and energy especially if one is playing for a lot of money in a golf tournament.

The first golf car was launched in 1962 and since then has made some modifications. The traditional golf car is a battery powered 2- seater that comes with a hood and has a small baggage compartment for the golf bag in the back.

If one is interested in getting one, here are a few things that a person must know;

1. Golf cars may not be as expensive as the real car but one still has to shell out some money to get a unit. Since such models are not usually sold in dealer lots like regular cars, one can check golf specialty stores that may have a unit on hand or can check these out online and the various models available, then purchase it and have it delivered in a few days.

Some people prefer to customize the golf car to make it stand out. After telling the dealer what kind of golf car the person wants, it can be made in a few days and delivered for the person to use and have fun with in the green.

2. Golf lovers donít have to buy a golf car if that person will not use it often. If the individual just plays during weekends, one can just rent one from the club when one decides to play golf.

3. Some people feel better owning a golf car. If that person canít afford a new one, then one should just settle for a used golf car.

4. Golf cars come in different sizes. Depending on how many people will be playing, one can get a unit that can accommodate more than two people instead of the conventional one, making the person save money on renting an additional unit.

5. Golf cars can be driven in various road conditions. By selecting the right model depending on the terrain, one will not have a problem while driving on the green.

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Golf Bag Buying Tips

2009-01-04T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Frederick Palmer

A golf bag is an essential equipment that one uses to transport all golf accessories such as golf balls, golf clubs, markers, tees and even umbrellas and towels.

Golf bags have no influence whatsoever on the result of the game, however, they can greatly affect the players game by way of offering comfort as the player makes his round through the course.

As to how much load in your gear you are carrying and if you are carrying the bag by yourself or using a golf cart or the help of a caddie, can help you decide which bag is for you. When planning on riding the golf cart on your rounds, then whether the bag is heavy or not does not matter. But if your plan is to walk, then a lighter bag that will be carried along easily is essential.

Types of golf bags:

1. Staff bags. These are the largest types of golf bags. They can accommodate a complete fourteen set of golf clubs and typically have many side pockets for other golf tools and equipment that one wishes to take along. Almost all professional golfers prefer the staff bags as they can hold a lot of equipment and since their caddy carries the bag for them, weight is never a problem.

A good staff bag is one made of quality leather or materials that are of high quality and are expensive. 2. Cart Bags. Are a lot smaller in size compared to staff bags, but are comparatively bulky and unmanageable for the golfer alone, without the caddyís help. These bags are constructed for use on golf carts; they have lesser pockets and storage capacity.

3. Carry Bags. The smallest type, and are basically made from plastic, nylon and other materials. As these bags are constructed to accommodate the essentials such as the golf clubs, a few small golf accessories and balls they are the right choice for the golfer who favors to carry his own bag.

Choosing the right bag for you

1. Take into account the price and your budget. How much you can afford can determine what kind of bag as well as what materials they are made of; the more expensive it is, the more complex the features of the bag. Keep in mind however, that the bag is not used directly in your game; golf shoes, clubs and balls are more significant than the bag.

2. Features. Know what type of features you need in your bag and what equipment you need to put in the bag. You might consider a bag that can stand alone to make it easier to take out your golf clubs during your game. You might also consider bringing an umbrella along, so you need a bag with a slot for your umbrella. However, if you are the type to carry only the basic gears, then you might want to consider a simple and light bag that can accommodate just the basics.

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How To Eliminate The Slice From Your Golf Game!

2009-01-03T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Dean Caporella

Not much has changed in the game of golf during the last 30 years as far as the basic golf swing is concerned. Early on, the golf slice was dominating my game and was one area I really wanted to improve. I ran across an old training video produced in the 1960's recently and the same advice beginners are receiving today was being dished out then!

It was the same video I was given to watch and yes, the advice virtually helped me eliminate the golf slice from my game. You see, the basic golf swing is a simple procedure which doesn't need to be re-invented. It's stood the test of time and will continue to do so. Let's try and eliminate the golf slice from your game!

Basic Golf Swing Etiquette

The stance and the golf club grip are the two important elements in correcting the golf slice. Get one or both of these wrong and you'll be forever searching for your ball in the bushes or even having to venture onto the adjacent green to play your next shot.

The Stance

It's pretty simple but it's an area beginners have trouble getting right. There's no magic formula to achieving a proper stance. In practice, make a mental picture of your target and where you want the ball to land. Your shoulders should be in alignment with your target.

Footwork is crucial but it's simple. For right handers,the right foot points straight ahead and the left foot is deviated slightly to the left. For left handers, it's left foot straight ahead and right foot slightly to the right. It doesn't get any easier than that.

The Swing And Grip

Grip the club too tightly and you'll more than likely hook the ball. Grip it too loosely and you'll slice it. You need to find a happy medium between the two. This is where the practice range is handy.

The club grip is important but many golfers seem to want to improvise thinking they've got it right. As mentioned before, not a lot has changed in basic golf swing technique so don't try and re-invent the wheel. The club grip is simply gripping the club with your left hand and placing the thumb along the shaft while placing your right hand over your left with the left thumb nestled in the palm of your right hand. The reverse applies for left handers. That's it!

It's a good idea to go through the club grip with a mentor; perhaps an experienced golfer at your local club or even a playing partner. Ask them to watch you go through the motions and point out any deviation from the correct process. Golf is a game of getting into good habits and once you do, you'll be amazed at how natural the process is.

Practice Makes Perfect

Practice the stance and grip until it feels natural. Combining it with the basic golf swing will complete the process. Continued practice will help you lower your score. The amazing aspect about golf during the learning phase is how quickly you can get your score down in the initial stages simply by applying the correct swing, stance and grip techniques.

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The Powerful Golf Swing. How to get it fast.

2009-01-02T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Eugene Benade

How do you build a powerful golf swing? When you watch those big strong golf pro's swing that golf club so effortlessly but still reach those tremendous distances you cant help to wonder how they achieve this, it looks so simple and easy. You start to think there must be some kind of secret that only the golf pro's know about and they wont tell anyone else how to build a powerful golf swing.

I am sure you have experienced that feeling when you're out on the golf course that you just cant get any distance, your golf swing just don't feel comfortable, and the harder you try to hit that ball the more disastrous the outcome. You just don't have a powerful golf swing.

Off to the practice range and you find out that hitting four hundred balls only helped a slight bit if any, and on the golf course the next week you can see little improvement. So what do I need to do? You need club control and that will come automatically if you have a powerful golf swing.

The golf instructor at my local golf club gave me a tip for building a powerful golf swing. Practice your golf swing holding the club only in your left hand if you're a right handed player and vice versa if you are left handed. It helped a tremendous amount. I could see and feel the difference out on the course the first time

So I took it a step further and taped a piece of lead weighing about one pound just above the club head of my five iron. And started practicing swinging the club just like a normal golf swing, with the correct posture, grip, full back swing and full follow through but holding the club only in my left hand. Only for about twenty minutes a day.

A very simple drill but I could not believe the results I got. Now it feels like I am only pulling the club through the ball and it flies a mile. At last a powerful golf swing! For more very useful tips go to POWERFUL GOLF SWING

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Correcting A Golf Slice On The Practice Range

2008-12-31T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Mike Pedersen

Correcting a golf slice on course is not easy since the pressure of hitting the fairway or the green is too great to enable you to relax and work it out. The practice range is the best place to correct your slice since you can try out several small adjustments till you get it just right.

Most golfers slice the ball sometimes, and when it happens you shouldn't panic. Just keep in mind what causes it and you should be able to resolve it, given time.

If you start to slice during a round you can get by through a slight adjustment, such as strengthening your grip by holding the club slightly more clockwise than normal. This will do temporarily, and if this doesn't work, try aiming further left.

Sometimes you Have to Break the Rules

""What? You're not supposed to do that!"", I can hear you yell. But hold on just a minute. This is emergency time. You are in the middle of a round with no time to practice and you have just tried a stronger grip without success.

""Needs must when the devil drives"" or so they say, and a very appropriate saying that is. It means do what is necessary to solve the problem, no matter how wrong it seems.

After your round, correct your slice properly on the practice range. Check your stance. It should be as wide as your shoulders, but feel comfortable. Your shoulders themselves should be lined up towards the target as should your hands. You grip is important in ensuring that you don't slice. The back of your left hand should point at the target with the back of the right hand in the opposite direction.

Practice and Adjust - Then Practice Again

Play a few practice shots and if you are still slicing adjust your grip slightly around the club. When you are hitting the ball either the club face has not quite turned enough to be square to the ball, or it is square and you are hitting across the ball. The adjustments you make to correct the slice are designed to resolve either of these two problems.

Hence, if you grip the club slightly more clockwise than normal, you will turn the club face round to the left slightly so that it is squarer to the ball when you hit it. Adjusting your stance simple by moving your feet more in the direction of the target should stop you from hitting across the ball.

Watch Your Shoulders

Another problem that can cause you to swing across the ball is lifting your left shoulder during the swing This will pull your swing across the ball, as would rotating your chest past the ball before you hit it. These are all problems that you can work at on the practice range. There is little you can do about such faults during your round.

If you can visualize what is happening when you slice the ball you will recognize the two situations whereby the club face can impart clockwise spin on ball, and the various faults in your grip, stance and swing mechanics that can create these situations.

Correcting a golf slice is simply a matter of correcting these faults, and this is best done on the driving range where you can test a number of adjustments to your stance, grip and swing.

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Golf Ball Buying Tips

2008-12-30T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Frederick Palmer

Having as much as 5,000 patented designs approved since the 1990ís, the golf ball is the most skillfully designed ball in the world of sports.

Because of its advanced technology, choosing a golf ball is a baffling decision for golf players.

Because there are several types of golfers, ball manufacturers have created several kinds of balls, that if correctly matched to the playerís game, they can boost enjoyment and at the same time a possibility for par.

Structure of a golf ball

1. Two-piece golf balls are recognized for their ""distance"", and players describe them as distance balls. These balls are made up of harder, strong and a cover resistant to cuts. The compact inner center is made from a variety of materials. The harder the material of the inner core, the further the ball will travel. However, two-piece balls lack the capacity to manage the ball because it has limited spin amounts.

2. Three-piece golf balls are constructed for feel and spin. These are made up of a softer coat or cover (Balata) with compact inner core and extra layer of fabric between the cover and the core that ""softens"" the blow or impact of the head of the club against the golf ball. This provides improved feel and spin, but loss of durability and distance.

3. Multi-layer golf balls are also known as ìall purpose ballsî. These balls are made up of a durable, soft cover that is separated by many very thin layers which are made up of a variety of materials and an improved inner core, resulting in a ball that gives better all around execution.

Buying the best ball for you

1. Beginners or high handicap players will require distance and are likely to ìmis-hitî the golf ball, must choose a two-piece golf ball with Surlyn coat or cover because it is durable, affordable and has ìdistanceî characteristics.

2. Mid handicap golfers can play with a three-piece ball with Elastomer or Balata softer cover to give more feel and spin. Since these balls offer faster ìswing speedsî, they will not suffer distance loss.

3. Low handicap players should use a multi-layered ball. Because advance golf players have the quickest ìswing speedsî, they will achieve extra distance and feel and spin benefits.

Like any equipment in golf, discovering the perfect or right golf ball for your play style will entail a lot of trial or testing. Just keep on playing, keep on testing those balls; in no time, you will find the most perfect one for you.

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Improving Your Game with a Golf Mat

2008-12-29T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Alex Bezborodko

There are various types of golf mats that are worth purchasing to practice and even refine your golf game. Many avid golfers find that a golf practice mat is an ideal way to keep improving, even when they don't have the time to actually get out on the green every day. Golf is truly a game that takes quite a bit of practice, and a golf mat in your home can help you get the practice you need so that you see a difference every time you are out on the course.

There are several different golfing mats out on the market. Generally you'll see mats for indoor use, as well as golf chipping mats for the outdoors, as well as a golf driving range mat. With all of the different golf mats out there it can be difficult to know what is what and which product is right for you. Perhaps you need more than one, depending on how often you practice and where you play. A golf mat almost always comes in handy, regardless of how long you have been playing as it will help you refine your skills even more.

One of the best golf practice mat solutions on the market is the Expand-a-Green golf mat. This is a professional quality golfing mat that will allow you to practice all of your big swings, putting, and chipping in any area. The Expand-a-Green is very portable so that you can take it with you to a friend's house, on vacation, or to the park. This golf mat will only run you about $120 and for all of the versatility that it offers that is quite a steal.

If you want something that can easily be used indoors you may want to look at a chipping and driving mat. These will usually run about $90.00 and can be used in doors and they provide a place that is big enough for your full stance so that you can get all of the practice that you need chipping and driving before you actually head out to the course. This is a great way to really up the ante on your game in the privacy of your own home.

If you aren't looking for anything to help with your practice, you may be looking for a golf driving range mat that will help you eliminate the need for a tee. With one of these mats that measures roughly six inches by eight inches and eliminates the task of carrying around a tee and sticking it in the ground throughout the course. One of the better brands is the Upright Tee Mat and really will come in handy if you are not a big fan of golf tees. This type of golf mat will run you just over $20 and is a handy piece of golf gear to carry along with you in your golf caddy.

Whether you need a golf mat to practice in the comfort of your own home or your yard or you simply need something to eliminate the golf tee, you'll find that the golf mat is a great tool to better your game. You'll find that a golf mat is not necessary, no matter what type you are looking for, but golf is all about improving your personal game and every golf mat can help you do just that.

If you've considered buying a golf mat, now is the time to go for it. Your golfing mat may very well be one of the best golf investments that you ever make, even though it is not one of the most costly.

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Harry Vardon Golf Player's Early Life

2008-12-28T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Nicholas Thorne

Harry Vardon, is world famous as British Golfer from the 1870's.

His boyhood and life as a young man on the Island of Jersey has been covered in a newly released Windows Media Format video called Harry Vardon; Jersey's Favourite Golfing Son.

Published by The Printed Word in Jersey, whose retail outlet is in the Jersey Museum where one of the exhibits is a collection of the famous golfer's medals dating from the late nineteenth and early twentieth century.

The 12 minute video is made up of old and new stills giving the viewer a look at the various places in the island that Harry had grown up in. Included are views of Gorey harbour, the imposing medieval castle of Mont Orgueil and the Royal Bay of Grouville that make up the environs of Grouville common. This, we learn, is where Harry and his parents lived at Amité Lodge, one of several cottages that have since been demolished. It is perhaps fitting that, on the 12th Tee, a Jersey granite block can be found in the ground. The carved letters, weathering now, tell the inquisitive that close by to it the great golfer was born.

Harry Vardon's father worked in one of the shipyards that, in the days of wooden sailing ships, were to be found around the seashore of the island. But by 1860's the modern steamship was not built of wood and so this industry went into terminal decline. Harry's father was forced to turn to garden labouring and odd jobs to support the family. The Vardon's still, however, lived on the common so in 1877, when the authorities gave permission for a golf course to be laid out on the land running down to the waters-edge, they were probably very unhappy to have their peaceful surroundings disturbed.

Harry was about eight when he would have seen the strange men arrive to plan out the land to play the game that would have such a major influence on his life. Harry would go on to be winner of six Open Championships and, to be the first British winner of the United States Open in 1900.

At the turning into to the Royal Jersey Golf Club today stands a statute to Jersey's most famous golfing son.

A Windows Media Format Video that brings the story of Harry Vardon's early years to life with pictures old and new of Harry Vardon's birthplace is available from the authors at http://www.jerseybookshop.co.uk/Harry-Vardon.htm

About the author: Nicholas Thorne works at The Printed Word in Jersey. A bookseller with a shop in the Jersey Museum and on line at http://www.jerseybookshop.co.uk/Harry-Vardon.htm

Better Golf Swing in Tough Conditions

2008-12-26T03:00:00.000-08:00

Author: Bobby Eldridge

Have you ever gone to play a round of golf and the first hole the wind is straight into you, the next two holes it's blowing out of the right, the next two holes it's from the left, then four holes in a row straight back into the wind, and then it gets worse?

The next three holes it's blowing harder from the left. Then you get the shortest hole in the golf course downwind. And then, of course, you know the rest of the story, the next three holes, the longest holes in the golf course, dead into the teeth of it.

Well, those are tough driving days and you have to be prepared to react to it, because the wind isn't going to stop just for you.

And when you're playing well, I know you're going to laugh, but it seems like every hole's downwind. And when you're playing difficult, it seems like every one of them is into a gale.

Remember this about tough driving days, this driver is not always the answer. How many times have you driven the golf ball 50 yards left of the fairway and only wished that you would have hit 6 iron off of the tee to get a better golf swing?

I'm not advocating that into the wind. However, the flatter the face on the golf club, the more the golf ball's going to curve and the better your golf swing will be. And the windier it is, it exaggerates the curve if it's going in the direction of the wind. So, this isn't always the answer.

I have a 1 iron that I love, and I have driven with it many times on windy days, even into the wind, because it was important to find the golf ball in the fairway and not out of bounds.

So, don't forget this is not the answer on rugged days. This is the answer when you're driving the ball well.

When you're not, it might be a 3 wood. Don't give into the driver.

Thanks and have a great day.

About the author: Bobby Eldridge is the Head Instructor for the PurePoint Golf Academy where he teaches ""The Simple Golf Swing"" theory. For more information go to www.wyndhamsite.com

Play Better With Golf Lessons

2008-12-25T03:01:00.000-08:00

Author: Ronald W. Firquain

Golf is considered to be one of the most popular sports in the world just like tennis or basketball that is often shown on television. Although not everyone can be like Tiger Woods or one of the world's best, it does not mean the player cannot learn some secrets and play a good game.

The first secret to becoming a good golfer is having a good swing. The farther it goes, the greater the chances of getting a hole in one or making the ball travel close to the flag. The stroke must begin all the way in the back to be able to produce a coil, which creates power.

The position of the head is also important. The chin must stay up the whole time because this makes it easy to make the left arm swing freely across the chest. This creates the wide arc that is needed to make the ball go in the desired direction.

In any game, the pressure builds up especially towards the end. While some may choke, the best golfers need to stay cool at all times. This means learning to block all the sounds being heard all around and focusing on the task at hand. This takes practice but those who succeed may win the game. The person does not have to be a rocket scientist in order to become a good golfer.

Golf lessons that everyone knows about but rarely do is practice. Some golfers use a heavier club during practice to achieve proper technique. Aside from working in the green, many spend a lot of time at the golf range. Being able to hit the ball pass the 150-yard mark consistently is already good since some fail to do so due to fatigue.

One-way of achieving this will be to lift weights, stretch and perform other exercises to strengthen the muscles in the body especially. The player will surely find this handy in the last few holes and must be done at least twice a week even for just fifteen minutes during the off-season. Others get the help of a coach. These retire golfers may teach some drills that can help improve the game. Those who want to do this without any help can use other tools instead such as a mirror or a video recorder.

Another tip for those who have time will be to join sports clinics conducted by the pros. Watching these people is one thing but learning why it is done is more important. Some people will say that the three most important things that every golfer must posses is grip, posture and balance. There is no denying that these are essential. However, one secret often overlooked are the types of clubs being used.

There are many brands out there so before choosing it, the person should find out which one is the best to work with. Sporting goods stores have this while some can be rented at the club. It will also be a good idea to get recommendations from other players and try it out at the same time. When the right one has been found, it is time to buy it and make sure these are always in good condition.

No one became an expert golfer overnight. Even those who have made it to the top have to work hard because things can change in the next tournament and someone else may come out on top.

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Tee Off to a Better Practice With Golf Secret Tips

2008-12-24T03:01:00.000-08:00

Author: Ronald W. Firquain

Golf lessons are important to have to be able to improve your game performance. However, you do not need to have formal golf lessons to start to become the best. You can make each game on the greens, a golf lesson for you to learn from and take note of.

The best way to learn anything, especially golf is by practical, hands on experience. For the purpose of practical golf lessons, you can decide to visit a challenging course and play it to learn from it. There are many golf course resorts where you can lock yourself up in and keep at the game until you show pretty good improvements.

You can also decide to acquire the services of a professional for your golf lessons. Many golf courses and golf course resorts will have a personal trainer on hand to be able to give you valuable golf lessons. This type of trainer for your golf secret tips will be able to tell you right away what is hampering your performance as you play the field.

If someone watching over your shoulder is not something you fancy in terms of golf lessons then you may want to purchase one those self help audio books on golf lessons from a professional that you admire. You can pop the audio book into your favorite MP3 player and be gently guided by your golf idol's voice as you cruise along the golf course. This particular type of

golf secret tips can help you if having someone constantly looking from behind your shoulder is something that does not put you at ease and greatly affects your golf performance further.

Of course, again, if you are to choose a personal trainer to give you golf lessons, you should agree to one who is flexible and works with your abilities rather than forces his own ideas on to you. Each golf player is unique in the sense that each will have different handicaps and strengths and all these should come into play during golf lessons by dependable and remarkable trainers.

If after all your golf lessons you still feel no improvement in our game performance, you may want to look at some other factors to help you progress. For starters, remember that golf is a physical game and just like any other sport, you will need to warm up before the game so that you can have the flexibility needed in making the proper swings of your golf club.

Next, you will have to modify your attitude. The success of your golf lessons is dependent upon the type of attitude you are fostering toward your game. Negative thoughts create negative biorhythms that can affect the outcome of your game. If for example you are easily dismayed and disappointed, then one false move ruins the whole game for you. You should be able to bounce back from mistakes and turn them into opportunities for you to win the game.

Next important aspect in golf lessons is the ability and mindset to have fun. Golf is not a matter of life and death. It may seem so but it really is not. Therefore you need to foster a fun filled frame of mind so that your mind is more relaxed and can analyze situations better. This fun attitude in your golf lessons will also benefit your body because you will be more relaxed and flexible.

Avoiding The 10 Most Common Golf Injuries

2008-12-23T03:01:00.000-08:00

Author: Nicola Carr

To the uninitiated, Golf it is merely hitting a little white ball whilst going for a Sunday stroll in park like surrounding. For the golfing enthusiast Golf is a fascinating lifetime pursuit of physical and mental challenges, that little white ball merely representing a fine balance of knowledge, skill, physical ability and mental stamina and temerity.

This pursuit of excellence does not come without a price. And I am not referring to the countless dollars one can spend on golfing equipment, golf lessons, golf club membership and green fees. I am referring to the physical injuries sustained in attempting to get the body to perform in perfectly aligned movements in perfect balance, co-ordination and timing. A golf swing is a total body movement, and any single point of weakness can not only result in a poor result, but in bodily injury.

Our body is not naturally designed for the explosive power of the golf swing. The torque built up in the backswing turn is unleashed with controlled fury to send that little white critter down the middle of the fairway at speeds exceeding most open road speed limits. With all the horsepower delivered by a car engine, none compares with the 0-5 second acceleration of a golf ball. No wonder the body of the typical golfer takes such a hammering. And it's not just amateur golfers who suffer. It is estimated that over 30% of the pro golfers playing at any one time are playing with injury.

So what are the most common injuries sustained by golfers [excepting existing medical conditions].

Back Pain - golfing back pain results from poor posture and muscle co-ordination during the golf swing. Poor flexibility and muscle strength can cause minor strains in the back that can easily escalate to severe injuries.

Knee Pain - Knee pain occurs from the strain placed on a week knee to stabilise the rotation of the hip axis at the beginning of the swing.

Tendonitis - tendonitis [inflamed tendons is more common at the start of golf season and in new players. There are a number of different locations of tendonitis common to golfers.

- Golfers Elbow - pain is felt on the INSIDE of the upper RIGHT forearm near the elbow

- Tennis Elbow - pain is located on the outside of the LEFT elbow in a right handed golfer. Strangely, tennis elbow is more common in golfers than golfers elbow.

Both golfers elbow and tennis elbow can result from a single violent action such as hitting to boards/mat at the driving range or hard fairway surface. However, it more commonly results from repetitive stress from smaller shocks.

- Rotator Cuff - Pain may be felt in the shoulder or upper arm at various phases of the golf swing, or following play, often during the night and when extending arms overhead.

- DeQuervains Tendonitis - inflammation in the tendons that control the thumb, resulting in pain in the wrist near the base of the thumb. Pain typically occurs at the left wrist at the top of the backswing [for right handed golfers].

Shoulder Pain - in addition to rotator cuff tendonitis, shoulder pain may also signal a tear in the rotator cuff or arthritis in the joint resulting from joint and scapular instability.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - a repetitive stress disorder in the nerves of the hands, resulting in pain in the tendons where though to where they pass through the wrist to be inserted in the lower forearm. Typical symptoms include weakness, numbness and tingling of the fingers, particularly at night.

Trigger Finger - when the flexor tendon of the finger locks up, causing the finger position to mimic that of being 'on the trigger'. The condition is caused when the flexor tendon sheath, through which the finger tendons run, is inhibited.

Wrist Impaction Syndrome - another repetitive stress condition where the bones of the wrist bang into one another. Pain and tenderness on the top of the wrist [usually on the right side] at the top of the backswing is a common symptom.

ECU Tendon Subluxation - caused when the sheath holding the wrist tendon to the ulna begins sliding in and out of its groove. Painful clicking in the wrist near the knobbly bump at the end of the ulna bone.

Fracture Of The Hamate Bone - The hamate bone is a small bone on the pinky side of the wrist. Most golfers grip their clubs with the butt-end of the club right up against the hook of the hamate during the swing, leading to fracture of this tiny prominence. Pain and tenderness in left palm, numbness in ring and pinky fingers.

Sunburn - an injury commonly overlooked by the amateur golfer. Four hours in direct sunlight with the penetrating UVA rays passing through clothing and overpowering sunscreens after one hour, is a lifetime injury. And this is one no amount of physical fitness can prevent. Wear proper golf clothing, use a broad spectrum sun block and wear protective eyewear and a hat.

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Causes Of Golfing Injuries

Golf injuries generally result from a combination of poor posture, lack of muscle flexibility and co-ordination and incorrect equipment. All of these causes can be avoided with a golf specific fitness program started BEFORE you ever start playing golf and before every single game.

Golf is not an aerobic sport but the demands on the body are unique. The duration of the game can lead to fatigue, which in turn leads to poor posture and lack of co-ordination. Combined, this lays a perfect ground for injury.

Preventing Golf Injuries

Physical fitness helps prevent fatigue and ensures the body has sufficient strength and flexibility to withstand the demands of the game, for its full duration. The golfswingclub.com website provides a full range of exercises to prevent each of the above injuries. For instance, simple stretches and exercises can be helpful in controlling the symptoms of golfer's elbow. To prevent golfers and tennis elbow you need to build up your forearm muscles. This can be done using a hand grip or squeezing a tennis ball fro 5 minutes a day. Wrist curls using a lightweight dumbbell are also effective. By strengthening the muscles and tendons involved with golfers' elbow, you can help prevent the problem from returning.

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To avoid playing with incorrect equipment, get your golf clubs fitted by a professional. Ladies, don't just grab your partners clubs and head for the course. The shaft flexibility of men's clubs is stiffer than a ladies set; and in most cases will not only give a poor result but tennis/golfers elbow as a bonus.If you buy second hand clubs, take them to the pro-shop for proper fitting.

In upcoming articles we will give you advice on how to get custom fitted for your golf clubs, and exercise drills to correct posture, build muscle flexibility and strength to prevent these common injuries.

About the author: Nicola the a fitness and anti-aging editor for www.antiaging-wellness.c om . She is a guest golf fitness advisor on www.golfswingclub.com

Golf Ball Retriever: The Tool for Every Golfer

2008-12-22T03:01:00.000-08:00

Author: Alex Bezborodko

A golf ball retriever is a tool that every golfer should have to eliminate the need to bend and stoop to locate your ball. While a golf ball retriever is actually very simple, it is a tool that can make your golf game much more fun, much easier, cleaner, and simply more enjoyable. When those that are new to golfing hear of such a contraption they tend to snicker and wonder why in the world they would ever need a ball retriever. After just a few games most golfers have a new understanding and appreciation for the golf ball retriever.

A golf ball retriever is just that, it retrieves balls so that the golfer does not have to go into water, mud, or rocks to retrieve a miss-hit. Ball retrievers often come in very handy when you play on a course that has a lot of ponds, lakes, wooded areas, as well as rock gardens. Of course, you never intend to hit your ball into these areas, but every now and again it will happen and a golf ball retriever will make it a lot easier to get your ball without all of the climbing and stooping that is generally associated with locating ones ball. Because of your golf ball retriever you'll find that you have to buy golf balls less often because you won't just write them off when they land in hard to reach areas.

There are a few different golf ball retrievers on the market. Two of the most well known are the IGOTCHA golf ball retriever and the Golden Retriever golf ball retriever. There are many other retrievers on the market, these two products are just known for their reliability as well as their durability. Because there are these great products as well as others on the market it can be difficult to ascertain which is right for you. The great thing is that all ball retrievers are relatively affordable, so you can go for one of the well-known products of something else on just about any budget.

The IGOTCHA golf ball retriever is also very popular and can be purchased for right around $30 as well. Like other retrievers the IGOTCHA comes in a variety of sizes ranging from 6-18 feet long allowing you to grab your ball with ease from any area. IGOTCHA can grab your golf ball from water, mud, rocks, and soggy areas of green after a rain so that your pants as well as your shoes can stay clean. IGOTCHA has cleverly come up with four different ball retrievers known as the Executive, the Executive XL, and the Biggest. IGOTCHA is definitely a quality product that many golfers can get a lot of use out of.

The Golden Retriever golf ball retriever will usually cost about $30 and will fit into or attach to golf bags with ease. Even though the Golden Retriever comes in 7, 12, and 18 foot the handle is telescopic so that you don't have to lug around a huge ball retriever from hole to whole during your game. This ball retriever can be fully immersed in water or mud should it happen to land in one of these things. The claw like handles will allow you to simply scoop up the ball with one hand and then drop the ball into the other. Because the handle is telescopic you can reach a ball that is in the middle of the pond.

A golf ball retriever is a tool that every golfer should have. If the golfer in your life doesn't already have one, a retriever makes a great fathers day, birthday, mother's day, or Christmas gift.

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Golf Tips

2008-12-21T03:01:00.000-08:00

Author: Jocelyn

Golf Tips

Putting

Let me share with you some golf tips on putting. Putting accounts for at least 50 per cent of your game, or a possible 36 strokes taken in an even-par round of 72. I will tell you now how to reduce your score dramatically with better putting skills.

People always say, drive for show and putt for dough. For example, if you miss 18 putts in a game and that means you are already 18 strokes over par! Can you see the disaster here? If you ignore this, you will be consistently scoring in the 80s and bet you, you are struggling to break 100!

Dangerous Hah!

Does that sound like your game? If yes, then this golf tips article is FREE for you. Simply name some past player to win a major tournament on earth who did not putt well. Or name a great player from any era from Jack Nicklaus to Tiger Wood and Colin Montgomerie who was a poor putter.

Putting is the most vital game within the game of golf, and all the great player are great putters.

Simply put, there is a little margin for error in this phase of the game. Learning to strike the ball with the same, consistently smooth putting stroke is the only way to start really improving your scores and consistently playing well. One of the best books I have come across is Golf Secrets which you can get by clicking here . In this book, you can find a lot more golf tips that surprise you!

With good mechanics, you also need feel and touch, plus the ability to judge distance. Easy said then done yah! You have no choice, but this the true fact. The objective of every putt is to hole the ball, or at least to leave the next putt within the ""Given"" jargon we love to say. Anything more than two stokes in the green is a waste of strokes that will significant impact on your scorecard, and may well affect your next tee off with negative consequences.

Bob Charles - the left-hander whom Jack Nicklaus once called one of the greatest putters on earth said that his putter was the ""life-line"" to his game, and the key to every victory he ever achieved with confidence providing the crucial link between technique and execution.

Always remember the last stroke you take to finish a hole is a putt, and in many cases - whether it drops in the hole or not is often the most significant.

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About the author: Started playing golf in 1996 and turn Pro in 2003. I have spent my lifetime playing, teaching and still trying to improve my own game.

Introducing Kids To Golf

2008-12-20T03:01:00.000-08:00

Author: Terry Bytheway

One of the keys to the success of Tiger Woods as a golfer is that growing up his father knew the system of golf and generously guided him through it. Now, if you have children and are thinking of introducing them to golf, you must be asking yourself: Where should I start? Who should I call? Should I purchase junior clubs or get a used set of adult ones that have been cut down to size?

Don't get ahead of yourself! Relax!

Golf is not a pursuit that you can simply sign your kid up for at any leisure club. However, this sport is become increasingly popular, and chances are that there are golf programs and clinics going on in your area. You may want to contact a local club pro, the YMCA, the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, the golf association in your area, and other civic organizations. If you are from the United States , the National Minority Junior Golf Foundation, the United States Golf Association, the Professional Golf Association, and the Ladies Professional Golf Association may also know how to help you. Some of these organizations are, in fact, specifically involved in programs to introduce kids to golf.

Junior golf clinics are normally free to join; they are designed to introduce your child to the basics of golf, starting from how to grip a club, all the way to driving, chipping, and putting. Emphasis is placed on the rules of the game and golf etiquette. Clinics are also known to dole out golf apparel, balls, and sometimes golf clubs to participants. What is more, your child may be fortunate enough to receive instruction from a seasoned professional golfer in one of the clinics! The Black Enterprise/Pepsi Golf & Tennis Challenge junior clinic has featured Mark Nance, Kenny Simms, Todd Daniel and Maria Mills in the past. And their message is: Golf is for everyone.

Of course before forcing your children into playing the sport, you should take pains finding out how they truly feel about golf. After your child has been introduced to the game, you must make it a point to go to the field and observe whether hitting a few balls on the driving range brings a smile to his face. Ask yourself if you think the sport seems to be challenging and enjoyable to your kid? If yes, the real fun has surely begun.

To ensure that their kids learn the basics of golf properly, parents are usually advised to hook their children up with a golf instructor during the early stages of picking up the sport. If you're having a hard time locating a good instructor, the local club pro should be able to provide you with a list of instructors in your area. If possible, watch a potential instructor with other students before signing up your kid. Observe whether or not the instructor gets along with the other kids, and ask yourself if he would fit in with your child's personality. Proper instruction will surely increase your child's confidence and decrease the frustration this mentally and physically challenging sport is sure to bring about. An instructor will also help you regarding the kind of equipment to buy for your child. Experts believe that a 7-iron, pitching wedge and a putter are all that is required for a beginner. At this point, you can hold off on the golf shoes and the designer clothes; tennis shoes and play clothes will normally suffice!

One disadvantage to being a junior golfer is that there are usually problems regarding a shortage of facilities. To ensure enough practice (aside from the hours your child spends with an instructor) you might want to ask the club pro whether there are any slow times during the week that your child can slip on the course to play two to three holes. Additionally, if there are par 3 courses in your area, you should think about sending your kid there. Keep in mind that the more your kid plays, the more comfortable he/ she will be with the game. And, once your child has learnt the basics and is practicing regularly, the competitive juices will surely start to flow; that is when you should start inquiring about junior golf tournaments being held in your area.

As you might have guessed, introducing your kids to golf is not as simple as it sounds. Children need guidance and motivation, and if your child really enjoys the sport, you should make sure you're there to give him/ her that. Good luck!

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Golf and Golf Tips; Driver Golf Swing - Driver Ball Position

2008-12-19T03:01:00.000-08:00

Author: Bobby Eldridge

I often see a number of amateurs prepare for their driver golf swing by walking up, after they have teed the ball up, they just take a step back and they address it. They grip the golf club and they address it, and they sort of just plot their feet down wherever they land, but let me tell you the proper way. This way you'll be able to get the ball in the correct position more often than not. After you have the golf ball and you've gripped it and you have addressed it, then you'll just look down, take a peek down, and if this golf ball is running towards the left heel, then this is correct.

If you look down and you see the golf ball is a little too far forward off your left, that's too far forward and you'll probably see that the shoulders are aimed too far to the left. On the other hand, if you look back down and you think the ball is too far back in your stance when you put this shaft along you, you'll be aiming way off to the right. So, after you've addressed the golf ball, all you have to do to get ready for your driver golf swing is bring the shaft up and lay it along your shoulder line, and it should be going in the direction you want to go with it. If you get it too far back in your stance at address, you'll wind up aiming your shoulders too far off to the right. And if you get it off the left heel, this should be proper for most people.

Give that a try the next time out.

Tips for Starting a New Golf Season

2008-12-18T03:01:00.000-08:00

Author: David Nevogt

The 2007 golf season is just around the corner for most of us. If you are lucky enough to live in an area where you can play golf all year, these tips will still be useful. Please take a few minutes to check and see if you are prepared for opening day at your golf course.

First and foremost, if you did not get your grips re-gripped last fall, this would be a perfect time. Make sure you ask the club repair person to measure the size of you grips and to replace them with the exact same size. If they replace them with a grip too big or too small, it can throw off your feel. While you are at it, if you have a shaft that is broken, now is the time to have it re-shafted. Most of the repair shops are not to busy this time of the year.

This is the time of the year when all of the new equipment is hitting the stores. If you wait to buy a new club in June, it might take you some time to get use to it. Start looking now if you want to replace a wedge, or a fairway wood. Here are a couple of tips for buying fairway woods- if the shaft is too stiff, the ball flight will be lower and it might go right. If you buy a shaft that is too weak, the ball flight will be too high and the ball will have a tendency to go left. So, it's important to get your swing speed measured, so that you have the correct shaft lex. Many people think they know, but really they end up purchasing a flex that is a bit off.

There is nothing wrong with heading out to an indoor facility and start taking some swings. Before you do that, make sure you have taken some swings for a couple of weeks in the garage or outside. A pulled muscle is a tough way to start the season. As age progresses, muscles get tighter. Make sure to take the time to stretch properly in the beginning of the season, and it will benefit you down the road. Many of your ""golf muscles"" aren't the muscles that you generally use in everyday life. So make sure to warm them up properly before you start the season.

Take care, and it is a pleasure to write these tips for you. I look forward to helping you play much better and consistent golf in 07.

About the author: David Nevogt writes golf instruction material that helps golfers of all levels reach their full potential and lower their scores. David is the author of ""The Simple Golf Swing"" which guarantees to have you shooting 7 strokes lower in only 1 week from today. You can find more of his golf instruction by going to http://www.golfswingguru.com

Information on Golf equipment for juniors, beginners & pros

2008-12-17T03:01:00.000-08:00

Author: Sam Gandhi

When it comes to the game of golf, many people understand that it is very important for the individual to be able to find quality equipment in order to make sure that they are at the top of their game. When individuals invest in Junior golf equipment for their kids, they can make sure that the golf clubs and other items that they are using are up to superior standards. Many people will notice the different between using the right size Junior golf equipment and using golf equipment that has been made for other sized individuals. There is high quality equipment that is able to be couple with cost effective prices. This is good since many people want to feel that the items in which they are investing will be worth it in the long run. The right golf equipment items are able to help their investors out by offering them a lifespan that is very competitive and appreciated by many.

Some golf equipment companies will greatly overcharge for their equipment because there is such a great dependence of the player on their equipment when it comes to the game of golf. However, players are in luck because the prices that are placed on some Junior golf equipment maintains that players are able to get equipment that is of a good material and standards are set on the equipment in order to make sure that they are beneficial to the players of golf and that the cost of this venture will not put the players out. It is important that individuals do the proper amount of research in order to figure out which company's items would be best for them. In addition, there is a great selection that is available to the player, so whatever the player needs they can likely find something that will help them out when they look at the many different types of equipment that is available.

It is very easy to find Junior golf equipment on the internet. In addition to the fact that individuals will be able to find even more highly competitive prices, they will be able to have the equipment shipped directly to their homes. For many people, this is much more convenient than going out to the store and purchasing the equipment and bringing it back home themselves. Being offered the convenience of shipping online is often attractive enough to people that they will make this their primary mode of shopping for goods and items that they are interested in purchasing. Saving time and money is often a big concern for people that are trying to balance busy lives.

Being able to purchase these types of items online allows individuals to manage their schedules more effectively in order to allow them to do things, such as playing golf, which they may enjoy more. Many people may not initially understand that in order for children to play golf correctly, they need the proper equipment just like anyone else. This is why it is so important to get quality junior golf equipment for players of younger ages or smaller statures.

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Golf Instruction --Timing is Everything

2008-12-16T03:01:00.000-08:00

Author: stephen jamieson

I want to review something with you that I consider to be one of the, I don't know, I think it's one of the most misunderstood verbiage's or terminology's in all of golf.

It's called timing. And it's used a lot on television and in all the magazines, but they don't explain to you what timing is and what it means. So, let me give you a little golf instruction lesson, and then, that way you'll start to understand the value of the word timing. Okay, here it goes.

Whenever you watch a good player hit a golf ball and or when you hit a good shot, this is what timing means. It was your ability to swing the arms down as your left hip moved out of the way, and gets out of the way for you.

Now, there are a couple of mistakes you can make. First of all, some people swing the arms down, and this never moves and you stay still. If you do that, you would be one that would come down and the club face closes quickly at the bottom of the hit. If your timing is off because you didn't move the bottom out of the way, the arms will cross over real quick. On the other hand, most of the golfing public, when they swing down, their body moves out of the way and leaves the club behind them and open. So, a little golf instruction lesson, if your timing is off and your body's too quick, you'll go to the right. If your timing's off and your body's a little too slow, you might hook it. If your timing is on, all that's saying is that you have the combination of the body, the bottom part of the body moving out of the way, as the arms swing down. Again, the body moves, arms swing down. It's just a combination of getting the arms and the hands to match up with the bottom part of the golf swing. Thanks, and have a great day. I hope that golf instruction lesson helped.

About the author: Bobby Eldridge is the Head Instructor for the PurePoint Golf Academy where he teaches ""The Simple Golf Swing"" theory. You can check out PurePoint Golf instructional DVDs at www.allgolfsecretsrevealed.com

Golf Putting Tips For Golfers Of Every Level

2008-12-15T03:01:00.000-08:00

Author: Rich Fuller

Everybody needs to work on their putts. I don't care how long you've been playing golf, or what kind of pro you are. We all need to practice putting. Here are some tips from the pros that will help you get your putting up to par. Try some of these and see what works best!

- Always do a couple practice putts before you start your game. Don't try to make a hole; just get the ball in the general direction. Focus on your swing, not making the hole. By doing some practice putts, you can also get a feel for how fast the ball will run on the green. Visit http://www.getgoodatgolf.com to learn more golf tips and instructions.

- Practice easy putts. Don't worry about making a long shot. Definitely practice a few long ones, but for the most part, stick to within 6-feet. Missing every practice putt will only hurt your confidence, and there's more to a good putt than just making the hole.

- It's amazing how much confidence has to do with putting. In golf, more than any other sport, player confidence is key. And, it's a problem that amateurs and pros alike have to deal with. Keep this in mind when you're putting, and train yourself to stay confident, even when the ball doesn't go where you want it to.

- Don't look at the ball when you're making your target - look just ahead of the ball. Focus on a spot right in front, a spot that you want that ball to roll over. After you hit it, you'll know if you've made the shot or not by whether you see it cross that spot.

- Don't move! Check your position before the shot and make sure it's perfect. But, don't move out of your position until the ball is well on its way. If you get impatient and want to watch that ball fly toward the hole, you may straighten up too fast and lose control over your putt.

- There are some ways you can keep yourself from naturally following that ball and ruining your putt. For example, look at the spot the ball was on, after it rolls off. To practice this, you can lay a coin under the ball, and keep your eyes on the coin after the ball has rolled completely off.

- When you're practicing, there are putting drills you can do. For example, put in 5 balls from a distance of 1 foot; then move back a foot. Then another and another, and if you miss one shot, you have to start the whole thing over again from one foot.

- For some really deep, heavy-duty putting practice, close your eyes when you putt. With your eyes closed, you'll be more aware of the way the rest of your body moves. You'll feel your torso twist and your shoulders swing steadily, just like a pendulum with the club swinging from it.

- Practice like crazy. That's the best golf putting tip anybody can give you. The longer you're out there practicing, the more you'll develop a feel for it. Like everything else, practice makes perfect!

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Callaway Clone Golf Clubs -- Drivers for 2007

2008-12-14T03:01:00.000-08:00

Author: Darren Finger

This is your guide to find Callaway clone golf clubs, specifically drivers for the 2007 season, to suit your game, save you money, and utilize technology used by PGA professional golfers Phil Mickelson, Charles Howell III and golf legend Gary Player, among many other touring professionals.

For 2007, Callaway Golf has introduced three new drivers: Fusion FT-i, Fusion FT-5 and Big Bertha 460. This is no surprise as all golf manufacturers must keep inventing new driver styles and technology advancements to stay competitive. Below you will find great choices of Callaway clone drivers for 2007.

The Callaway Fusion FT-i Driver uses patented Fusion Technology which fuses titanium and a carbon composite material together to redistribute weight in the clubhead. This moves weight away from the center of gravity. Moving weight away from the center of gravity results in a driver with increased stability that maximizes distance and increases accuracy. This driver is the choice of golf Legend Gary Player.

The following drivers offer you great alternatives to the Callaway Fusion FT-i Driver at a fraction of the price:

Integra I-Drive Square Driver -- The square head design reduces twisting during off center hits and enlarges the hitting area which in turn increases forgiveness.

Integra SoooLong Quadradic Driver -- The technology in this driver moves weight further back on the driver and more towards the heel and toe resulting in the square shape.

Acer XP Mantara Titanium Driver -- This driver is designed to be very stable due to its square shape which moves the weight away from the center of gravity which results in exceptional control.

The Callaway Fusion FT-5 Driver also uses patented Fusion Technology that creates discretionary weight which produces increased distance and accuracy. This is the driver Phil Mickelson and Charles Howell III are using to get off to such a great start to the 2007 season.

Another great choice that fuses titanium and composite materials together and can save you money is:

Acer XP Comp Titanium Driver -- In this driver they have replaced the heavier titanium on the crown with lightweight carbon graphite. This results in a lower center of gravity and higher launch angles.

The Callaway Big Bertha 460 Driver is an all titanium driver designed with a shape close to the limits for width and length. This shape enables the incorporation of a 460cc head with a shallower face and flatter shape to produce the highest moment of inertia in any Callaway all titanium head.

Other great all titanium Callaway driver clones include the following:

Big Power 460cc Driver -- This large 460cc head stretches titanium for maximum forgiveness and balance with a shallower face and flatter crown.

Big Balance 460cc Driver -- This is a 460cc forged titanium head constructed with a slightly more elongated shape which offers even more forgiveness and control.

These are a few of the many

Callaway clone golf clubs on the market today. With so many alternatives to choosing higher priced brand name clubs, considering clone golf clubs makes a lot of sense for many golfers.

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The History Of Golf In America Part One

2008-12-13T03:01:00.000-08:00

Author: Syd Z. Nohcud

It all started long ago in 1743 which was one year before the formation of the Company of Gentleman Golfers; there is an actual shipping record of 96 golf clubs and 432 golf balls delivered from Leith Scotland to a Mr. D. Deas in Charleston, South Carolina. This shipping order size obviously suggests that the shipment was destined for a group of golfers. Then again Mr. David Deas may have been an eccentric. It is also believed that another golf club or society was organized in Savanna Georgia around the same time period.

It took until 1888 for the first permanent golf club to form. The location was in Yonkers New York. The St. Andrew's Golf Club was formed by a Mr. Johnny Reid and a crew of golfers who came to have the nickname of the ""Apple Tree Gang"". Reid and his friends were exceptional devotees of the game of golf. Initially all that was available was 3 hole golf course that began and ended near the landmark of a large apple tree.

Many consider that Reid is the father of American golf while others would insist that Charles Blair Macdonald - a gold enthusiast, writer and golf course architect deserves the honors.

Macdonald, whom The ""Golf Journal"" termed the ""True Pioneer of American Golf"", was the driving force behind the creation of the pivotal Chicago Golf Club, the first 18 hole golf course in the United States of America. This was in 1892 that Macdonald, the golf pioneer, was able to lay the groundwork by convincing and persuading 30 Chicago business associates to pitch in the princely sum at the time of $ 10 apiece so that a nine hole golf could be constructed and developed. This golf site was to destined to become the prestigious and historic Downers Grove Golf Course. Later the next year an additional 9 holes were added to complete the first 18 hole golf course in America.

Macdonald, who had studied in Scotland at the St. Andrews University, is also credited with development of golf course architecture in the United States. Best known of his works is the National Golf Links course on Long Island, Along with that Macdonald left his mark by both assisting in and in creation of the USGA - the United States Golf Association.

The USGA emerged in the wake of a dispute between the St. Andrew's Golf Club and the Newport Rhode Island Golfing Clubs. In the summertime of 1894 each hosted an invitational golfing tournament, amazingly enough without the apparent knowledge of the other club . Each golf club declared the winner of their tournament to be the ""National Amateur American Golf Champion"". Humorously enough a sore loser , in the person of McDonald himself , ignited the debacle and then suggested to clear the air that an official golf tournament be organized and arranged by an official golf organization . Of course this golf tournament administrative group would be be in charge of the the event.

What followed was a meeting of the delegates from Newport Golf Club, St. Andrews, the Chicago Golf Club, Shinnecock Hills Country Club and the Country Club in Brookline Massachusetts. These delegations founded the Amateur Golf Association of the United States which later to become known as the USGA . The foundation of the USGA were laid on December 22, 1894.

Thus golf was on its way to become the mainstream prestigious recreational sport of America.

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The Basics Of Ball Position And Golf Swing

2008-12-12T03:00:00.000-08:00

Author: Rich Fuller

If you want to make a great shot, you have to have it all set up just right. The alignment of your shot is just as important as the power of your swing. The ball position is a really important part of getting set up to make your shot.

The basics of ball position in your golf swing are as follows:

- Short irons: If you're going to use a wedge, 9-iron or 8-iron, you should put the ball right in front of you, as close to halfway between your feet as possible. The idea is that, in order to make a good clean shot with a shorter iron, you need to hit it at a steep angle. It's always best to put a divot in front of the ball if you're shooting with one of these clubs.

- Medium irons: For the 7, 6 or 5, you should put the ball a little forward. With a short iron, you are placing the ball directly in front of you, halfway between; take this position and move the ball one balls-length forward. Here, you should use a shallower divot.

- Long irons and fairways: Take that original position (for the short irons), and move the ball 2 ball-lengths forward. You want to hit the ball with a very slight divot, and get it right on the bottom of your swing arc.

- If you want to hit the ball on an upswing, put it 3 ball-lengths ahead of the short iron position.

You should have the ball about three-quarters of an arms length ahead of you. Different people will tell you different things, so experiment to find the most comfortable distance for you. This is something you'll get the hang of and adjust according to your own swinging style eventually. Visit http://www.getgoodatgolf.com to get more golf tips and instructions.

These are just the basics, but experiment with the ball position and different irons and see what works best for you. Another thing to keep in mind is that, as you get tired, you'll hit the shots shorter. This will result in hooks or slices. To make up for this, move the ball further back toward your right foot (for right-handed players). As you notice your shots getting shorter due to fatigue, inch that ball back a little and see if it's more comfortable that way.

Some golfers find that they have one ball position that works for every iron. They claim that moving the ball position for different irons destroys your consistency. Advocates of one position for all shots say that changing the ball positions means you have to change your golf swing. If you use the clubs correctly, you should narrow your stance accordingly; you should never have to change the ball position.

Golfers don't see eye to eye on much, and this is one of the big controversies about golf technique. This is why it's important to personalize your swing and your technique, and pay close attention to what happens when you try different things.

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The Electric Golf Caddy

2008-12-11T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Trevor Lee

More than fifteen percent of golfers experience problems with their knees, hips, or backs and this number is growing as Baby Boomers enter their golden years. Research and development of golf playing aids continues to offer improvements in assistive golf technology to satisfy the needs of the growing senior golf population.

One of the favorite assistive devices available to the able-bodied and disabled community is the electric golf caddy or trolley. Even though the multiple health benefits of playing golf are well known, the four or five hours it takes to play a round of golf is not easy for everyone.

Even those who are able to make the walk with relative ease would rather focus their attention on their game than struggle with a 30 to 40 pound bag. Here is where the electric golf caddy or trolley shows what it's advantages are. In comparison to the other options available the electric golf caddy proves to be the perfect way to get around the golf course.

First, there's the option of walking with a golf bag not a comfortable notion for someone with knee, hip, or back problems. The repetitive job of lifting the golf bag, carrying it from hole to hole and placing it down is stressful on the joints and back even for a person with no disability. Our golf caddy which has two models, in comparison makes carrying of your golf bag effortless. Our best model is remote control and the other is manual however, both feature high tech drive and braking technology.These caddys let you focus your attention on the game. In fact, research indicates that this enhanced focus actually improves a golfer's handicap.

Second is the option of a ride on golf cart is limited to where they can travel especially on courses where the carts are restricted to the paved pathways. These golf carts are also very damaging ecologically to the course.Ride on golf carts also do not provide any of the cardio vascular benefits of walking. In comparison, the electric golf cart can go anywhere you do, and their light weight has no more negative impact on the course than that of a walker.This enhanced mobility can also speed up play, since you can go directly from Point A to Point B without being restricted to a cart path.

Third option is the push or pull cart. Even though this choice does provide cardivascular benefits it lacks the convenience and remote control features of an electric caddy. There is no bargain in the effort it takes to use these carts especially when traveling over hilly sections of the course.

Whether you select our remote control or manual control electric golf caddy, both models provide benefits and characteristics that makes choosing either one a winning move.

With their lightweight high-tech frames, both of our electric golf caddies are sturdily constructed and have durable bag support components.We offer both models in black, silver, or stainless steel finishes.

Both models are easy to set up. The manual control electric golf caddy has a one step setup and fold design with a height adjustable locking mechanism.The remote control electric golf caddy features an easy two-step, one-click setup design.

When you're done for the day, you'll find that breaking down is equally effortless, with an easy-fold design that allows you to collapse the electric caddy into one piece in seconds to fit in any vehicle trunk no need to remove the battery. Both of our electric golf caddies has a powerful long lasting battery which lasts for a minimum 27 holes on a full charge. (Battery and charger are included with your purchase.)In the unlikely event that your battery ever did run out of juice, both models can be easily pushed without power.Both models feature battery charge indicators.

The remote controlled electric golf caddy has two powerful independantly controlled noiseless motors, while the manual one has a powerful noisless motor.Both models allow you to set the pace by combining easy to use, seamless rheostat speed control with torque wheel control.

Both models also come with a cruise control button, the electric caddy automatically goes back to regular speed if you press the button after you stop.

The remote control electric golf caddy has a wide-range remote control, features directional controls (forward, sideways, and reverse), a timed advance function, and emergency and soft coasting stop functions. It gives you full control up to 120 yards, and stops automatically if it does not receive commands from the remote control within 25 seconds.

Our electric golf caddies will never leave you stranded out on the course.Visit our site to read our testimonials. Both models have durable wheels for great traction and maneuverability. Both come with a scorecard holder, and a variety of other accessories are available.

Assistive golf aids like the electric golf caddy allow seniors and disabled golfers who may not be able to play golf due to physical and mobility challenges, to resume the game they love. For convenience, comfort, and overall value, the electric golf caddy is an assistive playing aid that's hard to beat.

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Choosing the Right Golf Bag for You

2008-12-10T03:00:00.000-08:00

Author: Alex Bezborodko

Golf bags are one of the most important elements of a comfortable golf experience. If you have the wrong golf bag you are bound to be miserable if it's too heavy, too long, too short, or doesn't have enough space for all of your clubs and golf gear. Finding the right golf bag can take some time, so it's good to think about what you really need, what you want, and even plan for additions to your golf gear in the future. Many golf pros suggest starting out with a very basic bag and growing from there as you determine your golf style and what you need and expect from a bag. Golf bags are like almost anything else in golf, there are premium bags and very simple bags and everything in between with prices to match. What works best for you may not work best for someone else, so don't take the word of another golfer as gospel, research your options and then invest.

One of the most popular golf bags is the Optima 9 Deluxe cart bag. This golf would definitely fit into the premium end of things, though it will cost you less than $150. The Optima 9 golf bag is great because it offers a 14-way divider system so that you know where each club is when you are looking for it. This divider system will not only make playing more fun, your gear will also be more organized so you are less likely to lose things. This bag is its own cart and it has a strap guidance system that allows you to easily pull this cart/bag behind you as you make your way through the course. The wheels are quite steady so there is no need to worry about spillage or anything of the sort. This impressive bag also offers a rain and travel hood, so your golf bag truly can go anywhere with you. The Optima 9 Deluxe also boasts seven easy access pockets, which are important for things like gloves, a hat, sun screen, tees, and anything else you may carry with you while golfing that you won't want to have to dig for. Many consider this the best golf bag on the market, as it does offer quite a bit in the way of features and functionality. As an added bonus this exquisite golf bag also offers a cooler pocket and a putter tube.

The Bang stand bag is also quite popular for those that don't necessarily need something as luxurious as the Optima mentioned above. While this is not as luxurious as the Optima this is still a great bag that has its own metal frame that acts as a stand. No longer do you have to lay your golf bag on the ground as you go about your day on the course, now your clubs will be well protected and will not have to bang around in your bag as you drop it to the ground. This is also a very affordable bag considering that it is very light weight and is a great golf stand bag.

A golf travel bag may also be ideal for you depending on where you golf and when. If you like to travel around the country to experience new courses a travel golf bag is definitely in order. These are typically hard sided bags that will protect your golf clubs and gear as you travel from city to city aboard a plane, train, or even in the car. A travel bag will run you about $130 but is more than worth the investment considering how much money you have probably put into all of your gear that you keep in your bag.

A golf bag is truly a personal choice, and with so many options on the market you'll have no problem finding the one that is right for you. While some of the bags may be a bit pricey sales and online vendors can save you quite a bit of money while offering quality equipment. Your golf bag is something that you should feel comfortable with, no matter what the style.

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Square Drivers, Longer Balls, Golf GPS - Where will it end?

2008-12-09T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Jared Staniland

I have to admit there is always a concern when a ""way of life"" with as much history as golf seems to become more and more influenced by new technology and trends. Is this as big a concern as the traditionalists would have us believe? Does technology undermine the challenge that golf presents?

For me personally, the game of golf is the endless pursuit of trying to improve - and I do mean ""endless""! Taking up golf in my 30's I started with the modest goal of breaking 100, now, 12 months later if I dont shoot around 90 I feel the need to harshly scold myself for such a poor performance even though I am still achieving my initial goal. The most teasing thing about the whole process was the time i shot 85, something which I of course I have never been able to replicate - I am sure you all know what I mean!

Overall, I know that a percentage of my improvement can be attrributed to new equipment - I dont think there is a single remaining item from my orginal kit - and of course a large percentage also can be attributed to the hours spent at the driving range and putting in my living room (against all complaints form my wife!). At the end of the day though, I still cant wait to get out there again and find that next part of my game where I can shave another stroke.

So for myself, even in the short time i have played the game technology has changed, yet i am still driven by something which is totally unrelated - the endless pursuit of beating myself. The new clubs and kit are mereley additional weapons in my arsenal which present similar value to thing such as local course knowledge and experience.

If we then translate this to professional golf though, it would seem the benefits of technology start to become more distinct - driving distances even in my own period of observation have increased by about 25% - balls now travel further and stop faster and enhanced MOI's (moments of intertia) for drivers provide greater forgiveness for ""off-centre"" hits (not that would normally be a problem for Pro!!). Overall, professional golfer's are hitting longer and the opportunites for eagle are a regular occurrence on modern par 5's. That said, driving accuracy is down - but improved groove technology in irons means a golfer can hit form the rough and stop a ball on a green so the risks of big hitting are not proving as a deterrant to golfers getting the most out of the technology available to them.

So what does this mean? Does this tehnological advantage detract from the game? For mine, i dont think i will ever be unimpressed by a drive being hit more than 300 metres and landing on a fairway 30m wide - and if the end result is a victory in which the golfer is 12 under par rather than 8 under par is the only difference then i think I can live with it.

I guess the biggest concern from a hack like me who loves to be amazed by the abilites of the professional golers is that if they keep adding distance to their drives, and courses keep getting lengthened (as has started to happen), then i am going to find it even tougher to ever hit that 85 ever again!

Jared Staniland

http://www.dial-it-in.com.au

About the author: Golf Enthusiast!

How Can You Fix Your Golf Swing?

2008-12-08T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Matt Ream

First, be sure to grip your club with your front hand (usually at the left hand, for right-handed players) so the thumb lies along the body of the club. Make sure the line between your thumb and index finger points towards your right eye. Then wrap your backhand (right hand) over the left so your left thumb fits directly into the cup of your right palm.

Second, spend some time fine-tuning your stance by pointing your knees slightly inside. Point your right foot straight ahead and the left one slightly to the left. Again, this is for right-handed golfers. Do it in reverse if you're left-handed.

Third, bring in your elbows and your arms as close to your body as you can get them. When you are in your stance, your right elbow should be pointing directly at your right hip, with the left elbow pointing directly at your left hip.

Fourth, begin the backswing with your hands, and then follow it through with your arms and your shoulders.

Fifth, during the backswing rotate your hips back towards the ball. If your swing does not begin with your hips, it will lack power. Your left wrist bone should point at the ball at the moment when the club makes contact with the ball.

Most importantly, you must practice as much is possible if you truly want to fix your golf swing.

Fixing your golf swing takes patience and time. It is not something that you can learn from a book, or even an informative and well-written article. To truly fix your golf swing, you must practice swinging out on the golf course while keeping these tips in mind.

Another good way to fix your golf swing is observing the swing of others. If you can watch yourself or others in slow motion on videotape, that can be very helpful in identifying particular aspects of the swing that may need work.

It can be very frustrating to try to fix your golf swing. You may not have the power that you want to send the ball as far as you would like to, or in the direction you believe it should go, but that will come with time.

Do not obsess over your golf swing as many people do. Remember that golf is supposed to be enjoyable, and should bring you some relief from the stress of your daily life. Every time you golf, focus on fixing the fundamentals of your swing and the speed, power and accuracy will follow.

About the author: Matt Ream is the content editor at a great golf site. He has learned a ton about golf, and especially about fixing his swing, from reading his own articles.

Learn how to fix your golf swing quickly and easily at http://www.play-better-golf-today.com

Golf And Golf Lessons -- Tee Height for Draws and Fades

2008-12-07T03:00:00.000-08:00

Author: stephen jamieson

I have a great golf strategy for you. I recently played 18 holes on a little bit of an odd golf course. It was a good golf course, but the first nine holes, there was out of bounds on the entire left side. On the back nine there was desert on the entire right side, the first nine holes, trouble left. The golf strategy I used was that on the first 9 holes, I teed every golf ball exactly the same height, as close to the ground as I possibly could. The last nine holes, I teed every tee shot as high as I possibly could. On the first nine holes, when I teed it down low, if you tee a golf ball as low as possible to the ground, it's very difficult to get the club face to cross over and to hook it. I never hooked one ball out of bounds for the first nine holes. The last nine holes, trouble right, this is very difficult to slice from here. The golf club will cross over and you'll wind up hooking the tee shot way before you'd slice it. I missed one fairway on the front nine and I never missed a fairway on the back nine. The golf strategy to use here is instead of changing your golf swing, change the way you tee it: low for fades of slices and high for draws of hooks.

Thanks and the next time out, give that a try.

Golf Course Bunker Sand Size and Bunker Repairs

2008-12-06T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Colin Goehring

Golf Course Bunker Design

An Interview by Colin Goehring, director of Golf Lessons Online, with Golf Course Designer Kevin Norby February 21, 2007

Kevin, what can you tell us about golf course bunker designs?

The placement and the use of bunkers is probably one of the most important considerations in designing a golf course. It helps define the landing areas, it makes for a visually exciting golf course and in many cases it's what makes the course strategically challenging.

There are a variety of styles of bunkers. On a public daily fee golf course, you would probably have less bunkers than you would on a private or a destination golf course. The capes might not be as dramatic and therefore they might be less challenging to play out of and a little bit easier to take care of.

What are you referring to when you say the ""cape"" of the bunker?

The cape is the crown of grass that comes over the top of the bunker, the mound on the back side of the bunker that adds some elevation change. If those capes are very steep and dramatic, they are probably a little more difficult to maintain. Could be a little more manual labour, raking of the sand and some hand mowing.

What are your thoughts about ""hidden bunkers?""

I think the holes that people seem to remember and like the most are the ones where they can see everything unfold in front of them. They can see all the bunkers; they can see the water hazards and the wetlands. You want to be able to see the hole when you're preparing to hit your shot so you can make an informed decision on how to play it

Generally we would not put bunkers behind a green where they can't be seen. However, there are times where we might propose a ""catch"" bunker or a ""savior"" bunker in that location. If for instance there is water behind the green, we may put a bunker behind the green to gather a shot that trickled off the green, rather than penalize a player with a full one stroke penalty for going off the edge.

Usually we're using bunkers to frame the holes and define the landing area. Those can be a cross bunker, which we put in the fairway to provide direction. If it happens to be a carry bunker, you can get a little kick off the backside of the bunker if you can carry it with your shot. It's the risk reward aspect of design.

What about golf course bunker sand size?

Depending on where you are in the country, there is some very good local bunker sands. The USGA has a standard of what they consider is a good sand.

To some degree it depends on your maintenance budget. A little bit coarser sand with some particles that are a little bit angular rather than round, will set up so that the ball doesn't plug or get buried..

You can irrigate your bunkers if you have the budget to do that, to keep them a little bit firmer and more consistent.

There are sands out there that are a very white and sands that are a little bit darker. In the Midwest, we tend to have sands that are a light brown in color. In the southeast and throughout much of Arkansas and Ohio the sands are quite light in color.

To some degree, which sand we choose is a function of playbility and budget. It is up to the owners whether they want a dark or a light sand and whether they want to spend the money for it. You can spend $13 to $15 for a good local sand or you can spend over $100 a ton for a premium white sand that's imported... and you may or may not like the way it plays.

What about getting the bunkers to play consistently?

If you're starting with a new golf course and you're bringing in the same sand, you can easily make sure that the depth of your bunkers is consistent.

The problem that we often see is when over the years, some of the bunkers may have had sand added or removed or replaced so there can be a considerable problem with consistency from bunker to bunker. You're dealing with a variety of sands and depths.

What about drainage problems with bunkers?

What you might find is that the capes of the bunkers have eroded over time and some of the soil from the edges of the bunkers have worked their way down into the sand and contaminated the sand. Once this happens, the sand becomes very firm.

If the bunkers aren't draining properly, they have probably long since been contaminated and are probably in needing of being rebuilt. Sometimes the drain tile has been crushed and sometimes we find bunkers that never had drainage installed.

What are the kinds of things you can do for a golf course that has inconsistent sand in their bunkers? How do you fix that problem?

Frequently the golf course owner or committee will look at bunkers more from the standpoint of how important they are visually to the golf course. We try to help them understand that removing the sand and completely rebuilding the bunker with new drainage, new sand, new edges and new capes is really the best way to go about it.

It's not just a matter of adding new sand or removing the old sand. You probably have to go and completely renovate the bunker, make sure that water is draining away from the bunker, make sure that drainage is working properly in the bottom of the bunker. Then you want to go in and re-shape the bunker and put in new sand.

It's a process of educating people to understand why they have to do a little more work than what they were anticipating. The golf course superintendent generally seems to understand these problems a little better because they're in there working on the bunkers and recognize that the solution is more complicated than just replacing the sand.

To create consistent bunkers, do you have to do all of the bunkers at the same time or is there another way to solve this problem?

The only way to get all the bunkers to play with any degree of consistency is to insure that they all have the same sand and the same amount of sand. You can do them a few at a time by starting with the worst ones but eventually you'll end up doing them all. What we generally propose is completing a hole by hole analysis of the golf course and then developing a phasing strategy for completing the improvements.

How can people get a hold of you if they'd like to consult with you on these issues of building or improving their bunkers, or about golf course design?

They can call me directly at 952-361-0644 or I can be reached at by email at golfnorby@earthlink.net. Our website is www.HerfortNorby.com

Golf Course Architect Kevin Norby

This article may be re-published or posted to your website as long as it is published in its entirety and you send a note to Kevin Norby acknowledging where you have posted it.

About the author: Colin Goehring is the director of Golf Lessons Online and writes for various golf publications

Locate Your Lost Golf Ball with Advanced Technology

2008-12-05T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Tiffany Dow

Can you imagine how much money you'd save, not to mention your sanity, if you could locate those golf balls that are sent spinning into out of bounds areas whenever you hit the links?

Golf ball locators are now routinely used on the course by newcomers and veteran golfers who don't want to spend hundreds of dollars a month replacing balls that were sent spiraling off into no-man's land.

Sometimes a golf ball can be right in front of your nose and you just can't see it. It might be hiding under a leaf or blocked by your view because of a rock or tree. They're small enough that they get lost all over the course, and a lost ball locator can often be your best friend.

How does a lost ball locator work? It's simple technology using a transmitter that finds the ball's code using receivers. When the receiver gets the signals from the ball, it shows you where the gadgets calculates your ball to be and then you can go and locate it easily and quickly.

Some lost golf ball locators are simple in nature, giving the golfer coordinates of where his or her ball is resting. Others are high-tech and offer verbal instructions to the golfer on where they should continue traveling to reach the destination of the ball.

The processor of the lost ball locator uses triangulation calculation to determine where the ball winds up after it is struck. Usually, the receiver will display the location of the ball in accordance with the layout of the course.

This kind of golf gadget cuts down on the embarrassment and frustration a golfer feels when they hit a shot and then can't find the ball anywhere. Not only is the situation embarrassing, but it also disrupts the concentration of the golfer on his or her next shot, and they also have to incur penalties for losing the first ball.

With some gadgets, you may have to put yourself within a certain distance to the ball before the transmitter can work and the lost ball locator can work to your advantage. Some systems cost upwards of $250, but there are a variety of lost ball locators on the web to choose from, giving you flexibility in maintaining your budget.

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The Secret to Finding the Sweet Spot on Your Golf Ball

2008-12-04T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Tiffany Dow

Before sweet spot finders were invented, golfers had to rely on their superstitions and guesswork to hope they hit the perfect point and end up with the best shot their swing could deliver.

Golfers routinely blame a missed shot on the fact that they didn't hit the sweet spot. Some use this phrase to mean the sweet spot of a golf club, but others know there's a science involved in hitting the right point on a golf ball, also known as a sweet spot.

Most sweet spot finders look similar to a miniature version of a ball washer. There's a place to lock in the ball, and then you let the machine spin the ball as it figures out its mass and other scientific details.

When the sweet spot finder finishes spinning the ball and evaluating its size and measurements, it positions the ball so that you can take a permanent marker and place a dot where the sweet spot it - right where the gadget tells you to.

Most of these sweet spot finders take about 20 seconds to determine the sweet spot of a ball. And once it's marked, you can simply tee up with the dotted area ready for impact with your swing.

Every ball has its own unique measurements, and although they're invisible tot he naked eye, they're there, and they can mean the difference between a hole in one on a par 3 and a triple bogey if you're unsure of how to handle a ball with imperfections.

Are sweet spot finders illegal? Not according tot he United States Golf Association rules. Even though it gives you an unfair advantage over your competitors, sweet spot finders are perfectly legal and being used by golfers around the world.

Some golf ball manufacturers make the claim that their golf balls are perfectly balanced, but what that means is there's a margin of error allowed to protect them legally and allow them to say it's a true statement, even though it's not.

Because the balls aren't all the same, having a sweet spot finder can make a difference in whether or not you have the accuracy and precision you're seeking when you get in the fairway and are intending on reaching the green.

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Golf Tees That Work - Wooden, Plastic, and Brushes

2008-12-03T03:00:00.000-08:00

Author: Tiffany Dow

When golf was first invented our ancestors probably didn't have the luxury of choosing between wooden tees and the bare ground. Then someone showed other golfers how much easier it would be to tee the ball up on a wooden stick and have a clean lie before you took a swing. They had no idea manufactured brush tees would be a part of the future.

Wooden tees are still a staple in today's game. Golfers love to have them emblazoned with their own name and the fact that they're easily splintered on impact doesn't phase most people who are addicted to the links. They have no desire to upgrade to the brush tees that are so wildly popular today.

Plastic tees did the job of a wooden tee, only without the splintering effect. Plastic tees can also be monogrammed with the golfer's name or initials, so they're a popular choice, but not quite as inventive as the brush tees are.

Brush tees are relatively new in the history of golf. It's a type of tee that mimics the effect of a ball lying atop a nice grassy area in the fairway. If you're a golfer, then you know how good it feels when you approach your tee shot and see it perfectly lifted off of the ground by blades of grass that allow you to make a smooth stroke as you approach the green.

A brush tee lets you swing with the same confidence you have when your ball has the perfect lie. There's no resistance (no matter how slight) as there is when you hit a wooden or plastic tee.

Research has shown that golfers are adding yards to their shots by using brush tees instead of wooden or plastic versions. The bristles art the top are synthetic creations that bend when they're struck, so there's nothing standing in the way between you and the perfect tee shot.

As every golfer understands, even a slight variation in the ground can impede accuracy and sometimes just result in a subconscious effort to control the outcome by making you swing differently.

You can buy brush tees to suit your club selection, such as tees for your driver, tees for your other woods, and some other sizes you might want to use on a par-3 if you're teeing up for an iron shot.

About the author: Visit Tiffany Dow's Golf Spot at http://www.squidoo.com/the-secret-to-a-great-golf-swing

Can The Secret Impact Your Golf Game?

2008-12-02T03:00:00.000-08:00

Author: Tiffany Dow

Even if you don't believe the game of golf is 80% mental, there's no denying the fact that confidence and mindset play an important role in the success of your swing.

The Secret is a movie, a best-selling book, and philosophy that has changed people's lives for the better. Even those who start out skeptical about the Law of Attraction and inviting good things from the universe eventually see positive results when they apply the lessons behind the media buzz.

For golfers, there are hours of preparation involved in bringing your score and handicap down a notch. Unlike other sports where physical prowess takes precedence, golf requires your mind and body to be in sync. Even a minor irritation during the day can cause your swing to become microscopically off-balance, sending the ball spiraling in the wrong direction.

You can probably think of different golf rounds you've played where you arrived at the course in a bad mood, expecting the worst. You probably got it - spending half your game getting out of the rough, the sand trap, or water hazards.

Other days you may have played more for fun than skill, allowing your mind to relax and enjoy the moment. Amazingly, this often results in the best round you've ever played - fairway shots, up and down on the green with ease, and a low scorecard that you're proud to submit toward your handicap.

The Secret explains how you can use the Universe to attract what results you want, and it even works when you apply it to your golf swing. How often have you lined up for a shot and envisioned where you want it to land? It's the same principle, only with The Secret, you develop a belief that what you envisioned will actually materialize.

Your confidence in stepping up to the ball and swinging the club will contribute to your back swing being smooth, your grip effortlessly leading your club through the down swing, and your swing following through to a parallel ending as planned.

When doubt and uncertainty creep into your game it can cause you to falter and stall or pause at the wrong time. If you're faced with a water hazard and don't want to lay up, but are worried you might not make it over, then chances are, you'll wind up wet.

Apply The Secret philosophy and you'll have an abundance of confidence and security in your abilities so that you won't fall short - your ball will soar right over the water hazard and you wouldn't expect anything less.

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Finding Good Golf Deals and Unique Products Online

2008-12-01T03:01:00.000-08:00

Author: Marc

With over 60 million golfers worldwide, 35+ million of whom reside in the United States alone, it should come as no surprise that there are numerous providers of golf equipment, accessories, and products on-line. However, despite such a large business spectrum, many places and locations tend to considerably overcharge on equipment or shipping fees.

So how can you make sure to get the best deal on golf items you find on the internet?

First, make sure the website you're dealing with specializes or focuses on name-brand equipment. While many other manufacturer's do make quality equipment, if a company or website doesn't carry any name-brand clubs, balls, or accessories; it might be a warning sign that they are new or have money issues. However, this doesn't necessarily apply if the company focuses on custom designed equipment, as it may be of extremely high quality.

Look for reduced or cheap shipping rates for golf products if you're buying online, or see if they have locations near you where you can pick items up. As a set of golf clubs is relatively heavy, shipping charges can be high at times. Luckily, most online golf outlet stores offered flat-fee or reduced shipping charges for your convenience.

Also, to make sure you get the best deal on any golf clubs, golf balls, or golf gifts you might be buy online; check for any coupons, holiday specials, or other promotions that can reduce your cost substantially. Even a $5 off coupon can take care of many smaller items and accessories that make great gifts for golfers or golf enthusiasts.

If a company or website offers used equipment for sale, they may be a very good place to shop - and the used equipment may be a good investment for your golf game. A business that deals with used equipment is dedicated to helping players of all levels succeed and play their best; no matter what their price range is. Being able to pass the savings on to customers and provide quality used golf clubs and golf balls shows that the business is looking at building a lasting relationship with its customer base.

Unique golf products make outstanding gifts for golfers and can dramatically improve a player's game. From swing trainers, to putting aids, to instructional golf DVDs, to spray on impact markers; there are a variety of items that can immediately and effectively help someone play better at a very low cost.

www.GoodGolfDeals.com

About the author: Freelance web copywriter

Teaching Golf To Beginners: A Simplified Approach

2008-11-30T03:00:00.000-08:00

Author: Terry Bytheway

A typical golf instructor might use the following commands when teaching golf to beginners: ""Keep your head down! Keep your left arm straight! Don't look up! Swing easy!"" This approach can lead to an information overload, and is therefore a typical mistake instructors make. Many golf instructors using this approach cloud their students' minds and bring about a level of paralysis by analysis. Beginners in the sport of golf learn most quickly when they limit their focus to the most important aspects of the golf swing; that is, the grip, the stance, the takeaway, and the downswing.

Gripping the golf club is the foremost component of the swing that beginning golfers must grasp. To identify the top hand position, a golfer has to let his/ her hand hang down to allow a natural position to form. The club must then be gripped in this position, and the golfer must mirror the position with the bottom hand. J. D. Turner, a professional golfer has said, ""for a good shot to occur, the grip must support the club at the top of the swing and rotate the clubface back to square at impact."" A natural position will duly accomplish this. A golfer may overlap, interlock, or grip with all ten fingers, but he/ she should make sure the grip is not in the palm of the hand and that the grip pressure is moderate.

The second focus that is essential to a good swing is a balanced, steady stance. The golf swing must start with a solid base of support with the feet shoulder-width apart, and weight evenly distributed with slight flexion in the knees. The upper body posture is central. The back ought to be fairly straight with the arms hanging naturally from the shoulders. The chin should be held up. Tiger Woods advises the beginning golfer to ""avoid burying your chin in your chest. When your chin goes down, your back tends to bow and your weight slips back on your heels, making an in-balance swing difficult at best.""

The backswing and the downswing must be focused on next. The correct backswing starts with a proper takeaway. Emphasis must be placed on pushing the club with the arms and hands at the start of the backswing. There should be virtually no movement of the lower body until the shaft of the club is parallel to the ground. Once again, it is critical to keep flexion in the back knee. This will create a wide, level shoulder turn that generates tremendous power. According to professional golfer Hal Sutton, ""the hands should remain in front of the chest all the way to the top of the backswing."" When properly executed, the upper body will turn ninety degrees, and the lower body will resist by turning only forty five degrees.

The last point of emphasis for beginners is to hit down on the ball. The beginning golfer should swing the club so it travels slightly downward at the point of impact. By mastering a downward swing, where the bottom hand delivers the club face in a palm-down position, golfers learn how to trap the ball against the club face to produce powerful, accurate shots. This movement is initiated by letting the arms and hands drop naturally with a quiet lower body. Once the hands drop below the waist, the lower body will have a more active role.

When starting out, beginning golfers can go a long way with a good grip and setup, focusing only on the takeaway and hitting down and through the ball. This limited focus allows students to develop a swing rhythm that is not easily influenced by an over-analysis of all aspects of the swing by an over-zealous instructor.

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Try These Golf Swing Basics To Improve Your Game!

2008-11-29T03:01:00.000-08:00

Author: Dean Caporella

Golf swing basics comes down to a few simple techniques taught since the game was first played yet many golfers seem to want to complicate matters.

The most important element of golf swing basics is the swing itself. Not just standing over a ball and clubbing it a couple of hundred yards down the fairway but actually understanding, implementing and practicing the elements which make a swing successful. I used to marvel at how effortlessly the professionals apeared to hit their golf swings. Truth is, slowed down, one appreciates just how much violence goes into the full swing.

Try These Golf Swing Basics

Let's examine the golf swing in simple terms and see whether you can pick up any mistakes you are making.

1. Teeing off is where it all starts. What are you thinking? It's amazing how many players will ""think"" themselves into a bad shot: Tip... Don't think about how embarrassed you'll feel when you slice the ball over the trees to the right. Think of the target you are going to hit the ball to down the fairway!

2. Be careful how tight you grip the club handle. Too tight and you're likely to hook the shot. Too light and you'll probably slice the ball.

3. Understanding the backswing and downswing confuses a lot of players. Essentially, it's in the downswing where you want to creat club momentum towards the ball. If you are too light on the downswing then you won't hit the ball very far: Tip... On the backswing, remember to swing back in one motion using your arms and not your wrists and hands!

4. The backswing is slower than the downswing but many players make the mistake of going too light with the backswing thus not being able to create enough momentum in the downswing: Tip... A good rule of thumb to use is if your backswing is say 30mph, then the downswing should come down at least 20-30% faster. Just be careful not to swing back too slowly. 5. During the motion of the backswing, remember to get your left shoulder(opposite for lefties) and hips in proper alignment as you transfer your weight slightly to your right. This should be a natural movement and not exaggerated. The hands should be about waist high or a fraction higher.

Golf swing basics is where it all starts. Golf doesn't mean spending hours on end with a coach but it is all about learning the proper techniques from the ""get go"" and then practicing. The more you practice the correct swing basics, the more it gets committed to memory.

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A Beginners Guide to Golf Swinging

2008-11-28T03:01:00.000-08:00

Author: Alex Ayre

For those who are into golf in a big way, there is nothing more satisfying than to lower your score after each game. This is due to players having a feeling they get when they have a great game.

So, when players want to improve upon their playing skills, below are some helpful tips which should improve your performance in the game.

1. Get pumped up before the game begins

First a golfer must learn the some things to do before starting a round. Problem here is that most golfer's think that they don't need to warm up before they start a game, as they don't think it's not as physical as other sports e.g. basketball, soccer!

As with all other sports, there is a warm-up and stretching exercises included before the start of each sport. This ALSO includes GOLF.

2. A perfect exercise is the golf swing.

Exerted and pressured parts of the body are the hands while playing golf. So it makes sense to give them the importance to exercise them properly before each game. The swinging action can relieve any tight and stress muscles in the hands. Golf experts say that almost half of the ability is on the swing, so it makes sense to focus on practicing swinging.

3. Consider the size of the club.

It is important to select the right golf club, to play the best game. You must first consider the length of the golf club. This length of club needs to be a comfortable and suitable length for you to use.

4. Familiarize the 6 parts of the golf swing.

For you to play golf at your best, a player must familiarize yourself with the six parts of the golf swing. These six parts of the swing are the correct alignment of the golf club; correct set up of your posture and position; back swing; ""take-away""; impact; and ""follow-through"".

5. Knowing the course

All golfers should know the course they about to play on. Knowing the trouble areas of the course is important. This highlights problems such as where the bunkers are, water, trees.

Above is just some of the basics, that you should know to play golf well. But, the important thing needs to be on health and fitness. A healthy and fit body will return big rewards for you. So the key element to remember is HEALTH AND FITNESS, good luck!

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Accurate Golf swing in Minutes

2008-11-27T03:00:00.000-08:00

Author: K woods

Putters have three parts: The head, the shaft and the grip. Choose a putter with a smooth, perfectly flat striking surface on the head. Quite often there is a line or notch inscribed on the top edge of the putting head. This mark indicates the optimal spot on the striking surface with which to hit the ball. Hold the putter with the bottom of the head lying flat upon the ground--not angled either toward or away from you. Grip the club using the method described below in Step 2. The club should feel comfortable and lively; it shouldn't make your hands cramp. If you're stuck with a putter that is either too short or too long For you, make the most of it by adjusting your stance. Keep your back, shoulders and arms exactly normal: loose, flexible, and slightly bending. Hold the putter with your normal grip and notice where the bottom rests in relation to the ground. If the putter hovers above the ground, it's too short for you. Bend your knees until the bottom of the putter rests lightly upon the ground. If the putter is too long, then choke up on it by moving your hands further down along the grip until you're standing comfortably and the bottom of the putter rests lightly on the ground. Use follow through: after releasing the ball, point your fingers at the basket Taking careful aim is obviously crucial to sinking putts. If you don't look where the ball is headed, it doesn't matter how nice your swing is! Focusing carefully on the line of the putt, and visualizing the path of the ball as it travels to the hole, is a powerful tool in your putt-development arsenal. For more advances line-reading skills, see Step 8 below.

Set the ball down About three feet (one m) from the cup. Stand behind the ball so that it's between you and the cup. Draw an invisible line with your eye straight from the ball to the cup. (If you like, squat on your heels with your knees bent to see the line more clearly.) This is the path you want the ball to travel. This visual image will keep your putt on target. Another lineup technique: Hold up the putter in your fingertips and let it hang freely to make a rhumb-line (straight up-and-down marker). Standing behind the ball, close one eye and move the putter around until you see the ball and cup exactly matched up with the rhumb-line. Then draw an invisible line along the ground from the ball to the cup. Greens are built with all sorts of undulations--hills and valleys that challenge your putting skills. And don't forget--they're made with grass, which changes according to seasonal and daily weather patterns. Especially with longer putts, these are factors you'll have to consider if you want to improve your putting. Thus far we have read the gearing up aspect to a chapionship Swing to get the details on the actual swing please click, or paste your browser to this link:http://onlinebus1.bizonline.hop.clickbank.net/

A slope on the green that travels either left or right will generally cause the ball to curve off in the same direction. This is called a break. Generally, speaking, the softer you hit the ball, the greater the breaking influence. Try to anticipate how much the ball will break its line to the cup, and whether it will break to the left or to the right. Adjust the angle of your stance to compensate so that the slope of the green will actually help guide the ball into the cup. For instance, if the green breaks 15 degrees to the left, and aim for a spot about 15 degrees to the right of the cup. After you putt, the ball should then curve to the left just in time to drop into the cup. (You can also measure the break in terms of inches. Putt the ball straight at the cup, as if no break were present. Let's say the balls stops about 8 inches (20 cm) to the left of the cup. With your next practice ball, aim for a spot 8 inches (20 cm) to the right of the cup, and stroke away.) The quality of the surface of greens varies considerably. Short, dry, smooth, and evenly mowed grass will make the ball travel faster than average. This is referred to as a fast green. Grass that's long, rough, or uneven produces a slow green. Pay attention to how your ball rolls each time you putt, and adjust the length of your swing based on these observations. (Thus far we have read the gearing up aspect to a chapionship Swing to get the details on the actual swing please click, or paste your browser to this link:http://onlinebus1.bizonline.hop.clickbank.net/ Do remember there are any number of variations on the putting green. Some of them will be virtually impossible To see. This factor lets you off the hook if you putt was way off the mark. Don't sweat it! You'll have plenty of other opportunities to practice. Give yourself plenty of time to practice, and learn from your mistakes. Stay loose, remember to breathe deeply and evenly, and concentrate only on the putt you're making at this moment. Gradually you'll develop a feel for putting which only comes from repetition and concentration. Enjoy deeply that very satisfying clank When the ball drops in the cup. Thus far we have read the gearing up aspect to a chapionship Swing to get the details on the actual swing please click, or paste your browser to this link:http://onlinebus1.bizonline.hop.clickbank.net/ Happy Golf Swings.

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The Secrets of Golf Fitness for Lady Golfers

2008-11-26T03:00:00.000-08:00

Author: Stephanie Overbaugh

The world of women's golf is growing more competitive every year. Less than ten years ago professional lady golfers who drove the ball 250 yards ranked among the top 15 LPGA players. Now, a player who drives the ball 250 yards won't even place in the top 40.

The secret to great golf

Professional women golfers are rapidly discovering the connection between healthy, fit bodies and more accurate, powerful, golf swings. This has led to improvement in golf training techniques and stronger women golfers. Whether you've just played your first round of golf or you've started your professional golfing career, paying attention to your physical needs and fitness level is the first step toward rising to meet the competition.

You are what you eat

If you often find your energy and concentration lacking once you hit the back 9, you might want to evaluate your eating habits before and during a game. You should always have a pre-game meal that is low in fat but high in complex carbohydrates and includes a good source of protein. A snack midway through the game is also a good idea. Go for a piece of fruit or an energy bar every four to six holes and you'll notice a dramatic increase in your consistency through out the course.

Water is more important than you think

You need water to regulate body temperature, move nutrients, remove cell waste and protect your joints. You're body loses water with perspiration and physical activity. In order to keep your body quenched as you play, you'll need to drink water long before you actually feel thirsty.

Mild dehydration can cause chronic pain in the joints and lower back. Sport related pain is one of the number one reasons why golfers swing incorrectly. This makes hydration far more important than most golfers realize. Keep a bottle of water handy to drink between holes. Try to train yourself to drink 2- 4 oz of water every 30 minutes.

Use technology to define your golf fitness needs

With recent advances in golf technology, players can use 3-D motion capture for body biomechanics analysis throughout their swing. Dynamic Balance and Body Motion Systems, like those presented at the Nike Women's ""Get Fit for Golf"" Seminar , can find swing flaws caused by poor conditioning or injury. The information gathered can be used to create a golf fitness training program that is unique to each woman's fitness needs.

Strong muscles and flexible joints keep you swinging

Close your eyes and envision yourself swinging the club for a long drive. Feel your shoulders, back, hips, elbows and knees. Almost every muscle group and joint in your body is involved in hitting the golf ball. A program of strength, flexibility and conditioning is vital to improving your game and preventing golf related injury. Look for a golf training and fitness program that takes a well-rounded approach to improving your game. Your habits and movements before, during and after the game all contribute to your golf fitness level.

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The Three Most Important Factors When Perfecting Your Golf Swing

2008-11-25T03:01:00.000-08:00

Author: Jimmy Cox

There are prior factors and there are post factors in a golf swing. Let me call upon a scientific formula to help explain this order of importance that I am discussing. The formula reads as follows:

Ultimate results depend on post factor efficiency.

These seven words succinctly describe the artistry of a golf swing; there are things to do, but there is a certain time to do them.

First the golfer must handle his weight; but shifting the weight from one foot to the other does nothing of itself, it only places the player in a position where he can use and utilize his body correctly.

Secondly, only when the golfer has the basic or prior footwork so that he is in a position to use his body to swing the club, are the hands free to exert over the club the proper sense of position and control, and the ability to apply the club correctly to the ball. In other words, a golf shot only flies as the club makes it fly, and how the ball flies is a direct result of the club position. The club position is a direct result of what the hands are doing, and what the hands are doing is the post factor that determines ultimate efficiency.

No wonder so much time and effort is concentrated on the correct grip in golf.

I have often said that a runner runs with his feet, but a golfer golfs with his hands. Of course, for the runner to get his feet in action, there is a lot of arm and shoulder work, and for a golfer to get his hands working, there is a lot of footwork and body action.

To repeat, there are three basic factors in golf:

Footwork, for balance Body action, for power Hand action, for club control

But to these three factors there is an order of importance, a delicate sense of timing that so many golfers miss. They fail to get the knack of properly coordinating these three factors into a working arrangement.

As there is a certain order of importance, so likewise there is a certain order of performance in these three basic operations of a golf swing. In other words, in the properly executed golf shot the player moves smoothly from one operation to the other, but all operations function collectively towards the final goal of applying the club to the ball. So there is in the golf shot an order of importance and an order of performance which precludes any such thing as a one-piece swing. Be prepared to reach your ultimate goal of a smooth, flowing performance through a natural step-by-step procedure rather than through any short cut.

The other comment I wish to make is that if there is error in the performance of any operation in the swing, then such an error would multiply and increase as it would be carried on into the next operation. So there must be sure performance in the execution of each of the three factors.

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Try These Golf Swing Basics To Get You Off The Tee Safely!

2008-11-24T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Dean Caporella

Golf swing basics will lay the foundation to your game, there's no doubt about that. Ignore the basic principles as a beginner and you'll forever be ""chasing your tail.

As a beginner, before you start to worry about the basic golf swing, you really need to start thinking about your body motion. How will your feet work, your hip action and arm action? This is the value of getting good coaching in the early stages of your game.

Learning The Basics Of The Golf Swing

Many inexperienced players come into the game of golf and head straight for the tee-off area and start blasting away! The ball skews left; it hooks right; it goes straight up in the air or even worse and embarrassing, they miss it completely. Have any of you faced this scenario?

So what am I talking about? I'm saying before you actually go out and start belting a ball off the tee you should seriously think about your body motion. The golf swing is important yes, but the backbone to a good golf swing is the movement of the body.

The Art Of Body Movement

A coach who concentrates on teaching body movement first is worth his/her weight in gold. Why? Because they're setting you up to develop basic golf habits which will eventually lead to a better golf swing. Try these basic body movement exercises. If you don't have a pro coach then use somebody you know with a little golfing experience.

1. You can either head to a practice range or simply do this in your backyard. Practice a few swings. Your coach will be analysing your body movement and making notes.

2. Footwork is vitally important. If you place your right foot closer to the ball than the left you will likely hook the ball. If the left foot is placed to far away from the right then the slice comes into play. You should be aiming for a square stance in most cases with both feet at an equal distance from the ball.

3. Next you will be aiming to get a synchronized action between knees, hips and legs. Knees should be slightly flexed. This should be practiced regularly in the initial stages. Just playing air shots will suffice as you get used to the action. Your right leg should remain flexed.

4. In combination with the previous action your arms come into play now. With your back swing winding up, your shoulders will be turning against your right hip. Don't bend the arms at the elbow. A good indicator for right-handed players is the positioning of the chin just above the left shoulder. It's the opposite for lefties.

5. Learning to adapt the swing routine in practice will get you used to these golf swing basics as well as develop a little flexibility in your body. For example, practicing hip movement without turning the upper body. It's a little strange I know but each area can be practiced individually before they're all combined to produce the basic golf swing.

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How to swing a golf club

2008-11-23T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Alex Ayre

The basics of golf swing boils down to a handful of correctly taught techniques since the game was first played, but many golfers want to complicate things.

The swing itself is the most important element, no swing no golf! Making a successful swing is to practice, understanding and implementing the elements, and not just standing there over the ball giving it a good old whack! Pros effortlessly appear to hit their swings, truthfully slowed down; you can start to appreciate how much violence is in a full golf swing.

Try these golf swing basics.

First examine the swing in easy to understand terms, to see if you can pick up any mistakes you might be making. Ok let's begin by breaking it down into four simple steps:

1. Teeing off is the begin for most of us! Thinking, it is amazing that many players think their in a bad shot (TIP! It may be embarrassing that you might slice or even hook the ball in front of others. Just think about hitting the ball straight down the fairway!) 2. Carefully take a grip the club not to tightly. Having a tight grip may result in been a hook shot, on the other side too light a grip your shot will slice over into the trees. 3. Backswing and downswing can cause confusion to a lot of players. Essentially, the downswing is where the club generates its momentum. And having a light grip at this stage the ball is going now where into the distance. (TIP! Remember to swing back in one movement with your arms not wrists and hands ARMS!) 4. Using a slower backswing than a downswing, what most players do is to have a too light grip on the backswing this doesn't create enough momentum for the downswing. (TIP! Rule of thumb is to use a 20-30% faster dowsing than your backswing. Been careful not to use to a slow backswing, and keeping left shoulder (opposite for lefties) and hip properly aligned while transferring your weight slightly towards the right. This shouldn't be exaggerated but natural, the hands should be about waist high.

This is where it all starts with the golf swing basics, understand these and mastering them and your game will improve. Also there is no need to spend hours on coach lessons, just learn the techniques from the outset. Practice make perfect!

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Disposing of old Golf Cart Batteries

2008-11-22T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Ken Mackenzie

Lead acid batteries have been determined to be unsuitable for disposal as municipal solid waste because they contain toxic heavy metals and have corrosive properties. Golf cart batteries are not to be placed in waste baskets or dumpsters where they will end up as municipal trash.

So, what can you do? For starters, don't toss your golf cart's old battery into a bin with your household recyclables and leave it on the curb. The battery, also referred to as a lead-acid battery, contains about 21 pounds of lead, three pounds of plastic and one gallon of sulfuric acid. These items can be toxic if handled improperly.

If you are the do-it-yourself type, take your spent battery to a quality auto parts retailer that is committed to battery recycling. Nearly 90 percent of all lead-acid batteries are recycled. Almost any retailer that sells lead-acid batteries collects used batteries for recycling, as required by most state laws. Reclaimers crush batteries into nickel-sized pieces and separate the plastic components. They send the plastic to a reprocessor for manufacture into new plastic products and deliver purified lead to battery manufacturers and other industries.

Many states have regulations in place requiring battery recycling. (Thirty-seven states in the U.S. require lead-acid battery recycling; making retailers collect used lead-acid batteries from customers who buy new batteries.)

As neither sulphuric acid nor lead are exactly good for the environment you have to be careful when you dispose of old lead-acid batteries. Leave it for recycling. You can also leave your old battery where you buy your new one. If that should not be the case, contact your local municipality to check where you can safely dispose of old batteries. In the old days, when we changed a battery, we threw out the old one and never gave it a second thought. Today, we know better. We know that:

· Individuals who become poisoned by lead can experience symptoms including irritability, stomach aches, poor appetite, diarrhea, colic, distractibility, and lethargy; · Lead acid typically consists of 40% sulfuric acid, a corrosive that can burn skin; and · The improper disposal of lead-acid batteries can contaminate soil and water. The toxic metal is not able to dissolve in water or biodegrade, dissipate, decay, or burn, making it an extremely harmful hazard.

On a positive note it seems as if most people take this seriously. About 93% of all battery lead is recycled, making it the most highly recycled consumer product. Help in making sure we go towards 100%!

About the author: Ken Mackenzie is a Marketing and Public Relations Consultant with an interest in golf. His web site is http://www.YourGolfCartBatteries.com is where you can find out more information about your golf cart and its batteries.

How to Have a Better Golf Swing

2008-11-21T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Zach Michaels

If you've been searching for how to have a better golf swing then Mike Pedersen's Ultimate Golf Fitness Guide is a must read. After reading Mike's book I was amazed at how much your fitness level directly impacts your ability to have a better golf swing. Mike's book is packed with his expert knowledge on golf fitness and he guarantees you'll add yards to your shots and shave strokes off your score. Take it from me, Mike's methods work and he has helped me shave strokes off my score within the first fee weeks of using his training methods.

Over the last nine (9) years Mike has developed a sure-fire, 100% guaranteed program that will get you and your swing in shape. Many golfers forget that good physical fitness is a major part of a winning golf game. If you're going to improve your golf swing then you've got to get in shape. In The Ultimate Golf Fitness Guide, Mike Pedersen pours out his expert knowledge. Let's review some of the things you'll learn in Mike's book.

Most golfer will never reach their true potential and Mike show's you how to avoid these mistakes and take your game to a new level and leave your friends in the dust.

You always hear the pros talking about training their muscles and Mike will show you how to train your muscles to consistently hit the ball better and more consistently.

A killer golf swing is demanding on your body. Mike shows your how to train your body to meet the demands of a ""killer"" golf swing demands. He'll also show you how to learn it in a fraction of the time that it would normally take. It's like cramming over 700 hours of training into just 3 hours. Even if you're a long time player you can achieve great improvement in a matter of weeks.

How to get your body limber so you can belt the ball a mile just like the young guys do. This one tip will have all the guys or gals in your group dying to know your secret.

Mike also shows you simple exercises that will give you rock solid balance that will help you avoid those hooks and slices that leave you in bunkers, lost in the trees, and in other hazards.

Mike's book is packed with tons of tips and techniques. You'll learn his special three (3) minute warm up that'll put you on the right track from your very first shot. Find out the secret of developing both flexibility and strength without having to work out like those fitness nuts at the gym. You'll also find out why Mike say's you shouldn't grab a hot dog at the turn and why hitting fewer balls at the range may be better for your golf swing.

Like many weekend golfers I struggled for years with my inconsistency. If you're like me and have struggled with your golf game and tried all the latest training aids without success, then you owe it to yourself to read Mike Pedersen's Ultimate Golf Fitness Guide. Once you put Mike's methods into practice and see the results you'll look at golf in a whole new light.

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Golf injuries and how to prevent them

2008-11-20T03:01:00.000-08:00

Author: Alex Ayre

For the uninitiated playing golf is just hitting the white little ball on Sunday afternoons. The enthusiast golf player it's more a fascinating pursuit mental and physical challenge. The golf ball represents the fine balance of skill; mental stamina; knowledge; temerity and physical ability.

The pursuit of excellence come with a price, this price doesn't include golf equipment, lessons membership and green fees. What I am pointing out is the physical injuries that are sustained trying to get the body to perform the golf swing in a balanced manner, with the co-ordination and perfect timing. The golf swing is all about body movement. Any weakness in the swing, can give a poor result but it can also produce an injury.

The human body was not design to give explosive power that the golf swing commands. Torque is produced in the backswing to send the ball zooming down the fairway, with speeds over most road speed limits. While horsepower is delivered by a car engine, the golf ball has an equal acceleration speed of the super cars built today. That's why the body gets such a hammering from playing golf. These injuries are not just for the amateur, but an estimated 30% of pro golfers play with an injury.

Here are some of the more common injuries you can get (excepting existing medical conditions).

* Golfers Elbow - pain is felt on the inside of the upper right forearm near the elbow. * Tennis Elbow - pain is located on the outside of the left elbow in a right handed golfer. Strangely, tennis elbow is more common than golfers elbow in golfers.

Both golfers elbow and tennis can result from a single violent action such as hitting to boards/mat at the driving range or hard fairway surface. It's more commonly results from repetitive stress after smaller shocks.

* DeQuervains Tendonitis - inflammation in the tendons that control the thumb, which results in pain in the wrist near the base of the thumb. Pain is typically occurs in the left wrist at the top of the backswing [for a right hander]. * Rotator Cuff - pain may be felt in the shoulder or upper arm at various phases of the golf swing, or following play, often during the night and when extending arms overhead. * Shoulder pain - in addition to rotator cuff tendonitis, shoulder pain may also signal a tear in the rotator cuff or arthritis in the joint resulting from joint and scapular instability. * Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - a repetitive stress disorder in the nerves of the hands, resulting in pain in the tendons where through to where they pass thought the wrist to be inserted in the lower arm. Typical symptoms include weakness, numbness and tingling of the fingers, particularly at night. * Back pain - golfing back pain results from poor posture and muscle co-ordination during the golf swing. Poor flexibility and muscle strength can cause minor strains in the back that can easily escalate to severe injuries. * Knee pain - knee pain occurs from the strain placed on a weak knee to stabilize the rotation of the hip axis at the beginning of the swing. * Tendonitis - inflamed tendons is more common at the start of a golf season and in new players. There are a number of different locations of tendonitis common to golfers. * Trigger Finger - when the flexor tendon of the finger locks up, causing the finger position to mimic that of being 'on the trigger'. The condition is caused when the flexor tendon sheath, through which the finger tendon runs, is inhibited. * Wrist Impaction Syndrome - another repetitive stress condition where the bones of the wrist bang into one another. Pain and tenderness on the top of the wrist (usually on the right side) at the top of the backswing is a common symptom. * ECU Tendon Subluxation - caused when the sheath holding the wrist tendon to the ulna begins sliding in and out of its groove. Painful clicking in the wrist near the knobbly bump at the end of the ulna bone. * Fracture Of The Hamate Bone - the Hamate bone is a small bone on the little finger side of the wrist. Most golfers grip their clubs with the butt-end of the club right up against the hook of the hamate during the swing, leading to fracture of this tiny prominence. Pain and tenderness in the left palm, numbness in the ring and little fingers. * Sunburn - an injury commonly overlooked by the amateur golfer. Four hours in direct sunlight with the penetrating UVA rays passing through clothing and overpowering sunscreens after one hour, is a lifetime injury. And this is one no amount of physical fitness can prevent. Wear proper golf clothes, using a various sun blocks and wearing sunglasses and a hat.

Causes Of Golf Injuries

Golf injuries are a result of poorly looking after oneself. The need of health and fitness will help prevent common injuries. The use of a properly designed health and fitness program, before and after playing golf is all that needs to be done.

Golf places unique demands on the body, as golf is not an aerobic sport. Fatigue can be brought on by the length of a game. This can lead to poor posture and lack of co-ordination. Together the result is an injury.

Preventing Golf Injuries

Combining a proper health and fitness program, will ensure that the body has enough energy, strength and flexibility for each and every game you will play. To avoid using incorrect gear, find your local golf shop who will have experts to assist you purchasing the right set of clubs.

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Tips to Best Prepare For Golf Season

2008-11-19T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Morgan Fobbs

Golf season is fast approaching, and if you want to have a good season this year (better than last year, at least!), then there are a few things you should do to prepare. No, I'm not talking about cleaning the mud off your golf clubs. These are things to help you get your body ready for golfing.

If you figure that playing a round of golf is enough fitness for one week, then you are not alone. And it is true to some degree, but the far more important thing I want to discuss is how to get your body ready in advance of the new season after you've been out of shape all winter.

Of course the fitness benefits can be almost non-existent for those who don't walk but rather ride the course in a cart, and then stop for burgers and beers after the round. Unless you are disabled, I encourage you to walk your golf rounds this season, and save the money and global-warming contributions from golf cart usage.

However, in order to get to that point, you've got to get your body ready for the physical demands ahead. The purpose is to get yourself ready for the long walks and long periods of standing around waiting while golfing. You will gently build strength in muscles that golf requires frequently.

Therefore, you should combine aerobic and stamina-building exercises to prepare for the long walks on the course, and muscular strength and flexibility training to enhance your drives, swing accuracy, and overall strength in your mid-body region. Do you need to become a bulky body builder? Not at all. Rather, your goal is to gently strengthen those muscles that are repeatedly used in the repetitive golf moves that are mostly asymmetrical.

Rotational and hip flexibility, shoulder strength, and the muscles of the lower back all make up the unique swing of each golfer. And working the legs and lower back will also reduce those spasms that can result from long days on the links. If you have spent all winter stuck in a cubicle like me, then a pre-season warm-up is essential.

This is not a huge time commitment. You can take 20 minutes from your lunch break, or work in front of the TV at night, and you most likely won't need a shower after each session either. The muscle groups that help build torso rotational power include the buttocks, hips, abdomen, lower back, and thighs. Begin with stretching those areas out, gently, and then move to weight and resistance training to strengthen them. Continue to concentrate on the power zone or core strength.

The muscles, ligaments, and bones of the core area are those between your chest and knees. There are thousands of various exercises that can help you target those areas, but some of the more common ones include gentle trunk rotations, abdominal crunches, gentle torso twists, side rotations using resistance, hamstring stretches, and cat arches and hunches for the lower back.

If you are like me and tend to spend the winters being sedentary, make sure you begin gently. The risk is that you will overdo things at the beginning, and injure some of your core areas, causing you to push back that first tee-off date. Begin each session by warming up for a short while using some aerobic option such as walking on an incline on a treadmill, a stationary bike, or a rowing machine.

The most important factor is to start early! I will lay out some specific exercises in an upcoming article, but don't wait to start the process until a week before your first round. Take a few minutes each day starting now, and your torso strength and stamina will improve tremendously before the first game of the season. Your enjoyment and perhaps your score will both improve, too.

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Biomechanics Of The Golf Swing - A Little Science Goes A Long Way

2008-11-18T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Mandy Fain

High speed video technology can record the way a golfer's body moves in minute detail. We can study the images and learn a lot about the way it works. It may sound super high tech and scientific, but the results of biomechanical analysis can help you lower your score!

The key to the golf swing is torque. When you wind up for the backswing, you rotate and twist your body on the axis of your torso. Physically, you're like a tightly wound spring, full of potential energy.

The downswing is the release of that energy. The potential energy becomes kinetic energy, and it's all that stored energy and not the golf club that really smacks that ball and sends it flying.

Golf Uses The Whole Body

Nowadays, golfers realize that golf doesn't just require your arms and shoulders. When you swing for the golf ball, you use your whole body. Biomechanics looks at the way the body works together to create that golf swing.

Through biomechanics, we've learned that a golfer's whole body has to be in great shape. Recommended training exercises for golfers have gone from simple swing training to whole body fitness programs and weight training. Keeping your whole body in good shape will help improve your swing.

Let's look at the biomechanics of golfing step-by-step.

- Address. In your address position, your muscles are fairly relaxed. What the address requires is good balance. Your training for the address should focus on this. Most of your muscles are not active, but are in a ready position.

Good balance in the address position means that your shots will be consistent.

- Backswing. Remember, this is when you're winding up that torque, to be released in the downswing. This movement begins with the feet. As you start to wind back, your weight shifts to the back of your right foot and the front of your left foot. In other words, your back foot begins to get the weight.

Next, there is a twisting motion in your torso, shoulders and lower back. Your exercise routine should definitely work the muscles you'll use here. It's important for the motion to be fluid and relaxed, so your lower back muscles should be in good shape.

- Downswing. This is where that stored energy gets released. But, it happens gradually. It starts with the ""transition,"" where the coil reaches its upper-most point.

There is a split second where your lower body starts to release and the upper body is still stretching back in the coil. This is an important split second actually, because there is some additional elastic energy in this movement that gets released when you swing.

The downswing is the release of all that stored energy. Your lower body muscles are especially important here. The unwinding starts in the lower body and works its way up, all the way to your club as it impacts with the ball. Then, it releases all that stored energy and your ball goes flying.

Learning about the biomechanics of the golf swing can be a real bonus to your game. Just ask Tiger Woods, who has set new records with his golf swing speed. As a young man, he studied the biomechanics of golf and used it to improve his swing and create a whole-body fitness plan. You can see the results!

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Correcting Golf Swing Problems - A Few Basic Tips

2008-11-17T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Mandy Fain

You've been playing golf forever and you still stink when you're out on the green. You've got all the necessary gear, all the training stuff, and you've watched videos and tutorials online. So, what's the problem?

Even if you play golf as a hobby, you'll always need to be concerned with correcting golf swing problems. There's nothing more rewarding than noticing that you're scores are getting lower. You'll gain more confidence and feel better about your game.

Here are some simple tips for correcting golf swing problems.

Keep Your Eyes Open

When you go golfing with friends, watch them. During the first few holes, check out everybody and see who's the best player. Don't worry about all your own slices and mistakes; find out who's the best in the group and study their moves.

You'd be surprised what you can learn just by watching others play. If you don't get out to play as much as you'd like to, watch pro golf on TV. Instead of thinking about how impossibly good the players are, watch what the do and pay attention to their technique.

Practice Practice Practice

I can't write tips for improving your game without mentioning practice. Practice a lot. Okay, I mentioned it, so let's move on!

Watch Yourself

When you're doing all this practicing I mentioned above, videotape yourself and watch your swing. This can really help you notice things you wouldn't have noticed before. When you are practicing, you're so busy DOING it, that you might not notice a mistake you're making.

Watching the video back, you might notice that your posture is a little awkward, or your address a little off. You can watch different shots and see how consistent your set-up is. You can see the angles from the outside, and you can even compare your swings with those of your favorite golfers.

Just remember to erase them when you're done. There's no reason to keep an archive, and let's face it, it's a little weird to have a hundred videos of yourself practicing golf!

If you're not into the audio-visual side of things, practice in front of a mirror. This will help too, and you can practice your ""Nice shot!"" face.

No More Slicing

The most common problem with most golfers' swings is the dreaded slice. The slice is basically when the ball goes veering off to the right of where you meant to put it (of the left, in the case of lefties).

If you slice a lot, you are probably swinging in too much of a downward motion. In other words, your swing plan is too steep.

Try flattening it out. If you flatten it out too much, the ball will start veering to the left (or the right, in the case of lefties). Try to find the right balance between too-steep and too-flat, so that the ball goes just where you want to put it.

Sometimes slicing is caused by improper grip or stance. Make sure you have the proper address before you take your golf swing, and you'll eliminate this problem.

There's a lot that goes into making a perfect golf swing, and all of us can stand a little correcting once in a while. Always correcting problems will help improve your game and get you over the slump to the next level.

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Physics of the Golf Swing

2008-11-16T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Alex Ayre

Properly swinging a golf club makes a huge difference to your game. Physics is written all over the golf swing, with a good example of angular motion. The twisting action of the golf swing produces torque on the golf club. The torque gives the club angular velocity, producing rotation. Most club heads weigh about the same; to hit a long ball club head velocity is key. At the bottom of the swing the faster the club head goes, the more kinetic energy will be transferred to the ball. Because kinetic energy is proportional to the mass of the club head and the square of its velocity. Generally Pro golfers can achieve club head speed of 100 mph at the bottom of swing. Tiger woods can reach 125 mph. Research done by Raymond Penner physicist at Malaspina University-College in British Columbia. The angle between the club shaft and the club face of a driver, depending on the club speed which there's an optimum lie angle. To illustrate, Raymond found that 7.5 degrees of angle lie would maximize Tiger's drive. However golfers who have a slower golf swing, this angle would be closer to 20 degrees of lie. People will typically try and hit the ball harder by snapping their wrists at the bottom of their swing. According to Theodore Jorensen a golf expert who published works on this subject, found that by doing this snapping of the wrists actually slows the club head down however people think there're getting huge amount of power from this action. How can Tiger, who is 6' 1"" and weights 158 pounds, manage having one of the longest drives on the Pro circuit. He is able to conserve energy and focus on swinging the club very carefully using proper technique.

Here are four elements that are key to Tiger Woods swing:

At the back of his swing, Woods utilizes his flexibility to reach far back, extending his range of motion while keeping his rotating torso directly over his right leg.

As he begins his swing, Tiger builds up club head velocity by turning his torso quickly and pressing his right leg forward. Throughout his swing, he wastes little energy by maintaining his position above the ball.

Woods drives through the ball, using his hips, shoulders and wrists to concentrate his force and crate a very high initial ball speed. Within 2 feet off the tee the ball is travelling at around 180 mph - 20 mph faster than the average tour pro.

Tiger allows the club head's momentum to extend his follow-through far around his back, completing a long and smooth club head rotation.

The ideal golf swing, the club should be travelling around 100 mph. The ball leaves the tee about 140 mph with 50-60 rotations of back spin per second. This is what maximizes the distance of the drive.

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Choosing the Right Golf Teacher

2008-11-15T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Jack Moorehouse

From time to time you may need to go see a golf professional to really sort out any problems in your game. If you're thinking of taking golf lessons, one of the first things you'll need to do is choose an instructor. The right instructor makes learning the game fun, enjoyable, and interesting. The wrong instructor makes it difficult and unpleasant. Choosing the right golf teach means finding one that inspires confidence in his teaching abilities. He/she needs to know the game well, must communicate well during golf instruction sessions, and needs to provide golf tips that generate results.

Golf teachers come in all shapes, sizes, and flavors. Some are good communicators. Others are a wealth of technical knowledge. Some are great working with beginners. Others are better working with more experienced players. Many are highly personable, while others are not. The key is finding an instructor that you're comfortable with, not one that has a great reputation or charges the least. After all, you may be taking a number of golf lessons from him so you need to fell comfortable with his teaching style and personality.

Key Traits of a Good Instructor While every golf instructor is different, the good ones all seem to share some of the same traits. Below are traits to look for in a golf instructor:

-Passion for the game -Experienced -Highly Knowledgeable -Good Training -Excellent Communicator

The first thing you want to look for in a teacher is how he/she feels about the game. Does he/she have a passion for it? Does he/she have a passion for teaching it? It's easy to find a teacher who's giving golf lessons just to make a few extra dollars. If that's what you're looking for, that's fine them. But if you're serious about improving your game, you want someone who is dedicated to what they're doing and has a passion for helping others learn how to play it.

You also want someone who is highly knowledgeable about golf and has experience teaching at your level. That doesn't mean that you shouldn't use someone who is new to teaching golf. He or she may be an excellent teacher. And you may have every confidence in that person. However, chances are that you'll get better results from an experienced teacher who knows the game well and knows how to teach someone at your level.

You also want someone who's been trained to teach. You're local pro maybe a nice guy and a friend, but be wary of taking golf lessons from him. If he hasn't been fortunate enough to have attended a teaching school, you may not enjoy taking golf lessons from him. Those instructors who have enjoyed success in the field haven't achieved it accidentally. They've work with others to help them improve their teaching abilities and their expertise. Take advantage of that if your can.

In addition, you want a teacher who is an excellent communicator. This is critical. Some teachers have a lot of technical knowledge stored inside them, but they're not able to communicate during a golf instruction session in a way that a person can understand. If he or she can't communicate well, it doesn't matter how man golf tips he knows. Look for a teacher who can help you understand what you're attempting to do. A good golf instructor understands this. He also has the patience to enable you to lean at your own pace.

Doing Your Part Achieving tangible results from taking golf lessons, however, ultimately depends on you, not the instructor. In other words, you need to do your part, too. An effective golf instructor can only do so much. He or she is only as good as you allow him or her to be. So you need to do things right to facilitate the learning process.

One of the most common mistakes a student makes is not doing enough between lessons to make a golf instruction session payoff. Golf lessons are supposed to help you improve your game. All the lessons in the world won't help you improve, if you don't put enough time in on the course.

Another mistake includes arriving to the lesson late. Then you jump out of your car, pull out your driver, and start taking full swings without having warmed up properly. Or maybe you're stressed out from work and the traffic getting to the lesson didn't help. During the lesson, you give the instructor a hard time. To get the most out of a golf lesson you must approach the session with the attitude.

If you combine the right attitude with the right golf instructor, one whom you're comfortable with and is a good communicator, you'll enjoy taking lessons and learning about golf. What's more your game will improve and you're golf handicap will start dropping and that's what taking lessons is all about.

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2008-11-14T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: brad barry

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Golf Training Devices

2008-11-13T03:02:00.001-08:00

Author: Kerry Ng

We Americans like our gadgets, systems and even sleep aid devices. Why then would golf training devices be any different? Let's take a look at the game and a few of the golf training devices that are available. Actually, golf training devices are inherent in the game. Casual golfers typically like to get to the course, move around a little, visit with friends and if the game goes well, then great! The casual golfer still wants a good pair of shades, maybe a visor and clubs that will make it through nine to eighteen holes. The avid golfer starts to pay more attention to form, technique and performance and here's where the gadgets really start to come in handy. Enter the golf training device.

Specialty clubs are designed to move the ball down the course, providing more control or distance. Drivers are particularly prone to redesign. It is probably a natural response to the millions of dollars spent on this game so popularized by movies, where golf and business become bed-fellows, spawning all the while those wild schemes of money-making and political import. On the practice tee, there's a driver that pivots to show you where and how your personal glitch is manifesting. Then there are putters, the ultimate golf training device. They are shaped peculiarly, weighted extensively and made of every known metal on the planet, just to help shave a stroke or two. There are special shoes, gloves, belts, balls with a Nike® logo, drivers, putters and everything in between. Most have some merit but you have to do your research and find what works for you. If that's not enough, you can video your swing and have it analyzed. I suggest you first commit a few bucks and spend an hour with a golf pro. This can in a very short time point you in a direction that might yield great results. Target those areas one at a time - with or without golf training devices - and then give it a little time to sink in. Assimilating new information, systems and techniques deserves that much. Use your golf training devices wisely and improvement will show itself. Enjoy the show!

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2008-11-12T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Josh

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Ceann Sibeal Golf Club: Europes Most Westerly Golf Course

2008-11-11T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Edwin Shackleford

Set in Europe's third largest island, the Ceann Sibeal Golf Club can be found on the Western most part of Ireland and is blessed with astounding natural beauty composed of rolling dune terrains and steep and sharp cliffs that juts to the ocean. When it's a golf vacation in Ireland that you want, the Ceann Sibeal Golf Club should always be on your list.

Encompassed with some of Ireland's tallest mountains which include the popular Mount Brandon, the Ceann Sibeal Golf Club offers a variety of challenges to many golfers. Each and every play in its par 72 traditional links, 6,696 yard course is a totally different experience. This extremely wide and open course has a river that runs through it, a daunting task for some golfers to cross, plus adding the fast wind factor and the dune grasses that abounds in the links, poses a great test to many seasoned and pro golfers.

The Ceann Sibeal Golf Club was founded in 1924 aqnd has been designed by Eddie Hackett and Chris O'Connor Jr.

Going to the course alone offers a magnificent landscape and scenery that can take anyone's breath away, the dingle probably offers the must serene and virginal scenery in all of Ireland.

The course itself has been painstakingly shaped from the vast un-spoilt landscape of Ireland. Challenges and hazards come naturally in the Ceann Sibeal Golf Club with a twisting burn that runs across the entire course.

Each hole promises a different vista like bays hidden in corners revealing a fishing village, magnificent topographies rolling and swaying with the lands, and a mesmerizing view of the Blasket Islands of the Atlantic Ocean. A day in the Ceann Sibeal Golf Club would offer an experience even a seasoned traveling golfer will never forget.

In case that you have been saving up to experience the greatest golf vacation in Ireland, this is a place that you can seriously consider. Ireland is a bastion of golf courses and each one provides a different attraction, but if you want serenity and total oneness with the beauty of nature taking in both the splendor of land and sea, the Ceann Sibeal Golf Club is a perfect choice to spend that dream golfing vacation of yours.

When you finally have earned your vacation and have saved up to experience the tee time of your life, head on out to Ireland where a number of golf courses have been specially designed to challenge even the most experienced golfer.

Aside from the golf course itself, you will get a chance to experience the great Irish hospitality and culture. Dotted with numerous sites and attractions, you can take your whole family with you to share a once in a lifetime experience. Many splendid and warm hotels are ready to provide you with the Irish welcome that is renowned all over the world. Plus, after a day of golf, you can go out and live out a wonderful Irish day.

If you need more information, you can just log on to the internet and check out the Ceann Sibeal Golf Club site and confirm your booking and check out the course fees. You can also go to many Irish travel tours and see how much they are asking for a wonderful Ceann Sibeal Golf Club golf vacation in Ireland.

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All About Ladies Golf

2008-11-10T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Tammy O'Brien

Beginners Golf is such a special time to really soak up the nuances of the game and is a safety net for us starting out in the game of golf.

Beginning Golf is an easy time to throw in the towel since golf is a little hard to pick up and believe it or not, there will be more than one time that it feels a little strange.

It is so exciting to take that first golf lesson in this glorious game of sport. Golf for beginners is definitely a test but yet it sure does fill my heart with uncontrolled bliss when I am walking from my car carrying my little bag of golf clubs even though I am simply a beginning golfer. Regardless of my beginners' status, being able to play golf just makes me me incredibly happy.

Oh well, let's just admit it.

I am just getting started in the game of golf and not only that I am a beginning women's golfer with a partner who has been shooting the links and showing other beginners to play well for several years.

Still as you might guess I was never really interested in learning to swing a golf club until one week I had finally had just enough of being left home alone while he enjoyed a Saturday on the golf course. I was definitely sick and tired of it. So when he was out enjoying the sunshine and beautiful golf course holes I went to the store and while I was there I purchased a copy of Golf for Women and when I got home I devoured it.

Well by the time he played another round of 18 holes and made it back home I was totally hooked and sucked it up and pleaded with him to teach me to play golf.

Although, I admit that it was really hard to just deal with my humiliation and ask him to coach me in how to play golf particulary after he had been begging me for years to learn to play golf. But being a great sport and a really good husband he agreed, without hesitation, to teach me to play golf.

This game of kings can be quite an impending pastime and it can be a bit cash-draining to take it up, but I was not going to be discouraged.

I longed to spend time with my husband and who really cared what we were doing I simply longed to somehow, some way just be good enough swinging the clubs that I didn't mortify myself or my husband. So he got me started with a set of his old clubs that we took to a shop and had cut down to fit my height.

It was a bit of surprise to find that getting his old set of clubs cut down to my size really wasn't all that expensive! I didn't want to pay out a small handful of money particularly since I was a beginning golfer and then decide that I detested the game or worse yet be a complete pathetic student trying to tackle the game of golf.

Ok I was ready to get started and had a few clubs, which I didn't spend a lot of money on, which is really a good idea, sisters!

No putting out hundreds of dollars on impressive clubs and other golf equipment when you haven't even shot your first round of golf yet! So then I was off to to the course for my first golf lesson and then off to the practice range for some quiet time to review what I had just learned. There is just not one single alternate for practice and it is not just practice as in repeating it time and time again, it is accurate and solid practice that will give you the lower golf scores you are after.

Stop by the price mark down stores, second-hand sports stores, or even garage sales and buy a set of starter golf clubs. Many have sets that even come with a golf bag so you are really set to go.

Do some research and find a place to take some lessons. You can do this through the local community college, most community golf courses offer golf lessons through their club pro, or you might even look into local golf academies, where their mission is to teach beginners and experienced golfers alike the game of golf. All of these options should be quite familiar with teaching golf for beginners. And then, practice what you learn.

Practice at the driving range and practice greens, where everyone else is practicing too. It took a ton of convincing for me to have the guts to stand on the practice greens with everybody else, but it without a doubt is the practice that makes all the difference in your golf game.

Ladies' Beginning Golf can be frightening, there is no doubt, but don't throw in the towel!

Stick with your golf lessons, you will be glad that you put forth and effort to learn to swing a club.

I am a beginning golfer and I love the game of golf!

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Use The Force That Drives The Look In The Golf Swing And

2008-11-09T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Rick Bradshaw

Several weeks ago, Beau Baugh, friend, tour player, college coach, and brother to famed LPGA Tour Pro Laura Baugh came up to me and said, ""Rick, do you know that you teach the force that drives the look in the golf swing?""

My response was, ""I like that description of my teaching style.""

Beau said you know there's only a few of us that teach this way. I agreed.

Teaching the feel of the golf swing has taken years of lesson experience and trial and error. It is, however, a great way to get my students to achieve the look and technique of the best players in the world. In other words, I can get students to blend all the technically correct positions without being too mechanical. An analogy would be having a new car with no engine in it to make it run smooth.

Many golfers try to achieve positions by looking at segmented pictures of golf swings, but never really discover the true force that drives the look. Building a new car that looks good on the outside but has no engine will never run. There has to be an inner force to drive the look of the swing.

Another analogy would be drawing a picture by numbers. The drawing looks okay but take away the numbers and try drawing it again. There is no sensory blend of mental and physical to create the picture. The force in the golf swing is rotary. Your body has to turn against the friction of your feet to generate enough centripetal force (inner force) to swing the club head with enough velocity (centrifugal) to hit powerful golf shots. F= mv2/r is the formula for centripetal force.

The tighter the inner circle or force, the faster the outer velocity. Visualize a skater performing a pirouette. The tighter the movement the faster they spin. When you perform this golf swing, your center force must oppose the outer force of the club head swinging. As a result, all the fundamentally correct positions will be achieved automatically without trying to force the positions.

In other words the inner rotational force will act upon your body causing all parts to react and be pulled taut. The club head will swing into the ball if you allow it. Any steering or guiding the club head at the ball will interfere with the forces and errant shots will result. These principles are what allow me to drive the ball over 300 yards with only one hand on the golf club.

I can tell you this, it starts in your feet and moves up through your legs and into your torso. Then it moves up through your shoulders, out through the arms and hands and finally to the club head. It is the true source of effortless power, consistency and control. It is lasting and a move you will never forget. It ensures every golfer, regardless of age, gender or bio physical stature to swing the club with effortless ease, yet tremendous velocity. It is the force that creates gyroscopic stability. It is the force that makes a yo-yo, yo and it is the force that will make all of you better golfers.

About the author: Rick Bradshaw has given over 100,000 golf lessons in 28 years as a golf instructor. He is director of instruction at the Jim Dent/Rick Bradshaw School of Golf in Tampa, Florida. Visit http://www.refinergolf.com. Learn about Rick's golf classes at http://www.tourexperience.com.

Golf in Las Vegas

2008-11-08T03:00:00.001-08:00

Author: Keith George

Golf in Las Vegas is developing very fast. Thirty years back, visitors and locals played for the first time at The Tropicana Golf Course, the place where MGM Grand Hotel and Casino are standing. Monte Carlo and Bellagio Hotels are standing in place of The Dunes course. Some golf courses such as Municipal Golf Course, Craig Road, Sahara Country Club and Winter Wood are still giving golf pleasure to the people and visitors of Las Vegas.

At present, there are near about 60 golf courses in and around Las Vegas. But all of them are not in working condition, some of them are under construction and some are on project table. Even then, the present golf clubs are enough for recreation of one and half million population city.

Fuzzy Zoeller, Nicklaus, Palmer, Chi Chi Rodriques and Johnny Miller have all designed the golf courses here and provided marvelous chance to enjoy golf in Las Vegas. Las Vegas golf courses are all constructed and developed by professionals and all of them played here during tournament.

Aliante Golf Club Las Vegas: Aliante is a challenging and exciting golf course which covers more than 7,000 yards. This Golf course is slightly elevated, which provide unique playing lines and angles and interesting contours. Some of the highlights are generous landing areas, numerous water features and strategic use of trees. Panks is once again in news due to its design philosophy and giving enjoyable experience to beginners and challenge to experts.

Angel Park Golf Club: This golf course was designed by Arnold Palmer. You can get there the world's complete golf experience. A lighted range with a green course and full-service clubhouse facilities are available at Angel Park Golf Club. Junior Lessons, Group and Deluxe Golf Schools are available on official website of Resort Golf Academies.

Badlands Golf Club: Chi Chi Rodriguez and Hall-of-Famer Johnny Miller designed Badlands Golf Club. This golf course offers shot values that you cannot find anywhere else. Ball positioning and accuracy are vital if you want to play here. Practice, banquet and clubhouse facilities are available. American Golf's Nike Golf Learning Center and Ken Venturi Golf School are on site.

Canyon Gate Club: Ted Robinson designed Canyon Gate Country golf club located in Canyon Gate community of homes. This golf club is full of natural vegetation. Canyon Gate golf course is also home to several water hazards and Robinson trademarked rolling hills. The club offers challenging and interesting golf in Las Vegas.

Plan your next vacation for Las Vegas, we are sure you will enjoy golf in Las Vegas.

About the author: Keith George always writes about valuable news & reviews. A related resource is Golf In Las Vegas. Further information can be found at Mortgage Rates.

How To Select The Right Driver For Your Golf Equipment

2008-11-07T03:00:00.001-08:00

Author: Dean Caporella

Have you ever considered how important the driver is as part of your golf equipment? There is a propensity for less inexperienced golfers to go out and by the biggest and meanest looking club in the golf shop but if it doesn't suit your style, mainly your swing speed then you will be heading off into the trees in search of your ball more often than not following a tee shot.

Golf equipment should contain a small selection of drivers and in this report, we'll look at some of the aspects required in the make up of this all important tee shot club.

Golf Equipment-Analyzing The Driver

It makes sense, if a club has a larger head, then there is more chance of connecting to the ball in an area on the club head known as a ""sweet spot."" Larger heads are a good idea for players with less ability as the margin for error during the ball connection is less. Better players are more able to get better control using a club with a smaller head.

It's determined the advantage a club with the larger head has it's ability to hold it's line when striking the ball at impact. Smaller head clubs can have a tendency to ""skew"" off at the moment of impact requiring greater aim and control. More power is also generated behind larger clubs resulting in extra distance being generated when hit right on center.

Club Weighting

Weighting of clubs is a vital component of today's clubs as players can adjust the height they hit the ball or control shots such as a draw or fade. Slicers eager to find a quick solution to their problem may go for a club with more of a draw bias and vice versa for a player who tends to hook a lot.

With a larger club head on a driver, the launch angle to penetrate greater distances is higher and golfers today are tending to steer towards this direction. A driver with a higher loft degree is highly recommended although if you are a beginner and receiving coaching then check with your mentor first who may be keener for you to build a little more control into your game before you start to worry about head design features on clubs.

Golf Equipment-The Driver Shaft

How flexible should the driver shaft be? This is a perplexing question for average players who seem confused by the give in a shaft. It's reasoned that the more flexibility a shaft has the greater power behind the point of impact. This is true in a sense but be careful you don't waste money here unneccessarily. Why? Because shaft flexibility should be in relation to the swing speed of a person's swing. The slower the swing the more flexible the shaft; the faster the swing, the less flexible the shaft for better accuracy.

About the author: Dean Caporella is a professional broadcaster. The golf driver is a vital part of your

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Do you think a perfect golf swing is achievable?

2008-11-06T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Staffan Moritz

Even the pros sometimes need help with their golf swing. However, the difference between the pros and most amateurs is that the pros take the time to learn about their golf swing.

They look at each golf swing element and then address them individually. Some of the basic areas they constantly work to achieve the perfect golf swing includes the grip, stance, ball position, alignment, flexibility, balance, and the swing plane.

The foundation of a perfect golf swing starts with your grip and stance. You want balance when it comes to your golf swing, and this begins with a solid stance. Your feet should be a little more than shoulder's width apart. Your grip should be comfortable and not too tight. One sign that you may be gripping your golf club too tightly is if your hands begin to ache during your round or after you have finished playing. You should also focus on your fitness level.

If you truly wants to achieve a perfect golf swing you also focus on your body fitness. The reason why is because you need flexibility. With greater flexibility comes increased power which will improve everything about your golf swing. Without being flexible, you will not be able to take a full golf swing, taking the club back far and finishing with a thorough follow-through.

Golf training aids can quickly improve your golf swing.

Many easy to use golf training or teaching aids can be found online, such as golf impact indicators or golf swing trainers. Integrating equipment such as training aids into your golf practice routine will bring some great improvements to your golf swing and game on the course.

What about equipment?

No matter how much you work on your perfect golf swing, if you are not using the right equipment you will always be hindered. Make sure you are using the right size golf clubs that have the right club shafts in them. Also, try and find a golf ball that is right for the type of golf game that you play.

Constant and dedicated training.

You can have the best tools and all the knowledge in the world but what it really boils down to is your level of dedication. The best golfers in the world spend countless hours on the driving range working on their golf swing. You have to be willing to invest time and energy if you truly strive to have the perfect golf swing.

About the author: Staffan Moritz is a respected golf expert from Sweden, author and founder of a cutting-edge online golf secrets site. Take a look at his new just released Golf Secrets Newsletter that teaches the Perfect Golf Swing at: http://www.golfsecretsnews. com

Tips on how to get that golf super swing

2008-11-05T03:00:00.000-08:00

Author: Jsun Yee

Tired of missing the mark? Not getting the distance you desire? Or just plain tired of playing ""catch up""...

Well here are some quick tips on how you can improve your drive distance right away and achieve that golf super swing! read on to find out...

The golf swing requires specific levels of balance, stability, strength, endurance, and power to perform it correctly. If your body does not have the required capabilities then the results will be a less than optimal swing, and a less-powerful swing than possible. Without those key elements it's nearly impossible to create that golf super swing you're after.

Basically your body supports your swing, like the foundation supports a house. It's always better to build a house on a stone foundation rather than on sand. But many amateur golfers make a different choice when it comes to their golf swing. I often see golfers 'building' their swings on an unsolid platform, which is not good anyway you look at it. Regardless of how much time you spend working on your swing, if your body doesn't have the strength to support it, you are decreasing your chances of an optimal golf swing. (or as I like to call it, a golf super swing :)

There are people at the practicing range who commonly struggle because their bodies are limiting what they can do with their swing. People with limited flexibility, poor balance, and lacking in strength, and not to mention the power needed for those long balls. The bottom line is that your mechanics will not get better until you improve the body that swings the club... ask Tiger Woods

Optimal swing mechanics and the proper levels of golfing strength should go together. If you have one without the other it's going to leave you coming up short when it comes to your potential. Since golf strength is brought up less than swing mechanics, you don't really consider whether or not you're lacking in it. The pros are very aware of the importance of golf strength, you should be too.

Ok so... how do you improve your power and distance?

It comes down to three simple concepts.

1. First and foremost is to improve your golf swing mechanics, because better mechanics will improve your driving distance.

2. Is to improve your golfing strength. By workin on areas that pertain to the golf swing, you will improve your distance off the tee, everytime.

3. Although I hate to admit it... equipment does make a difference, if and when you hit the ball correctly. The best clubs in the world won't fix a jacked up shot, you'll have to trust me on that one.

I hope these tips will help you on your way to a golf super swing you're trying to achieve. Remember the only thing between the ball and the hole is you.

About the author: I am a Miami based business owner helping others improve on their golf game. Although I'm just an avid golfer, I produce distance worthy of pro recognition. If you too want to reach the distance you've been aiming for I suggest you take The Golfer's Challenge It has proven methods on improving your golf swing's drive distance.

How to get a perfect golf swing : hints and tips

2008-11-04T03:02:00.001-08:00

Author: Jsun Yee

Here are some great tips to get you on your way to a lower score in no time...

1. Posture plays an important role in every golf swing. This is where you'll begin if you want to achieve that super swing. Let's start with the shoulders... If you're having trouble with your shoulder turn, try pulling your shoulder blades back, straightening your spine from tail bone to neck, and most of all lifting your chin off of your chest. Don't worry about keeping your head down, you should forcus more on keeping your chin up. A better posture will improve your torso movement and improve your shots in turn; not to mention lower golf scores at the same time. The perfect golf swing begins with perfect posture.

2. Is impact, or the contact between the ball and the club. Having trouble with the height of your shots? If your shots are flying too low, you need to correct your impact position. The impact position is the position of the clubface as it strikes the ball. During impact, the club shaft must not lean too far towards the target, same works for it being too far away. *Hint* Every degree that the shaft leans toward the target lowers the loft by the same amount. Meaning if the shaft is leaning 10 degrees toward the target at impact, and the loft on the club is 45 degrees, the effective loft on impact is 35 degrees; understand? Improve this, and you will improve the height of your shots and be on your way to having a perfect golf swing !

3. Your body's position plays an important role when taking your shots. Make sure that the ball is positioned correctly in between your stance. Play your wedges, 9 iron and 8 iron towards the center of your stance. Your 7 iron, 6 iron and 5 iron should be positioned about one ball width in front of center and your long irons about two balls forward of center. You should shoot your drives off the inside front heel. Moving the ball behind the center of your stance tends to cause it to hook low, and everyone knows a straight shot is a great shot.

These proven methods are used buy golf pros around the world. I don't know about you but I got tired of being the one not smiling at the end of the day. So I hope these tips were helpful to you, and you actually use them. Remember that nothing ventured, nothing gained... So take a ""shot"" at it! (sorry I couldn't resist :) Your perfect golf swing could be just days away...

Best of luck on the green getting that golf super shot! (even though after today I'm sure you won't need it ;)

About the author: I'm an avid golf player currently residing in Miami, Florida, who is always looking for better ways to improve my score. If you're interested in ways to improve your overall swing performance (like I did mine :)

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Great Golf in Scotland

2008-11-03T03:00:00.000-08:00

Author: Keith George

Golf in Scotland is a historical phenomenon. According to records the game was first played in 1457 after which it was banned by King James II.

Golf is a national pastime for Scots since 1502. The Stewart monarchs were themselves keen to develop golf in Scotland. The reputed Scottish golf courses lie in parkland, moorland, pasture or heathland. If you are a golf lover, Scotland can be an ideal place to spend your vacation. You can engage yourself in thrilling activities like - shoot game, fishing on a river or Scottish loch, play golf, visit a Scottish castle, hunt deer and dream of our Braveheart ""William Wallace"". Walking, boating, cycling and watersports are for everyone. With traditional warm Scottish hospitality you can relax here, listen to pipes and transcend in the world of history.

Golf courses

Dalmunzie Golf Club

This club is located in the heart of Perthshire, near Spittal of Glenshee. Dalmunzie Golf Club is a nine hole moorland course. This is the first choice for beginners and golfers who want to increase their skills. The golf course at Dalmunzie is not long - actually it is only 2100 yards. The Golf course is surrounded by mountains on three sides with an abundant of wildlife on the course. Grouse, deers and even rabbits run wild on the moors.

Rosemount Golf Course

This golf course exists in history of golf in Scotland since 1889. Greg Norman have to be fond of this Perthshire peach, as he was the first Australian to win his first European Tour event here. No doubt, it is one of the best inland courses. Fairways are bordered with troublesome trees and patches of heather. Accuracy is the key to play golf in Scotland. Lansdowne Course

Near to Rosemount course, there is Lansdowne Golf Course which was opened in 1977. It is the first priority for visitors who come to Blairgowrie to see Lansdowne. Gleneagles - Kings Course At Gleneagles, there are 3 golf courses. All golf courses are great but King's Course is the best of all. Throughout the year, it is kept in perfect condition and it also shares the reputation of being the best inland course in Scotland. There are 18 holes at Kings Course, each of them offer different type of golf - from drives to approach shots to elevated greens, elevated tees to cambered fairways, wickedly angled greens, sweeping plateau doglegs and much more. Add present wildlife and the majestic scenery if you are residing at Gleneagles Hotel. With all these excellence and experience in Scotland - playing golf in Scotland will live long in your memories. If you haven't been there don't delay, plan your next vacation for Scotland.

About the author: Keith George always writes about valuable news & reviews. A related resource is Golf In Scotland. Further information can be found at Quit Smoking.

Golf Club Swing Weight - What It Is And Why It Matters

2008-11-02T03:01:00.001-08:00

Author: Mandy Fain

Golf club swing weight is something amateur golfers rarely worry about. It is a way of measuring the weight of a golf club, to determine how it will feel when the golfer swings it. You might think of it as the ""stats"" of your club, and it tells you how well balanced the club is in relation to the club head.

Lower swing weights mean lighter clubs. For example, a 3 is the smallest club weight. A 3-iron will often feel heavier when you're holding it because the shaft of the club is longer, to make up for that balance.

As the club heads get heavier, the clubs get shorter. The 3-iron weighs about 240 grams, but a pitching wedge is almost 300 grams. The shaft of the pitching wedge is shorter, in order to make up for the weight difference. In the end, it should feel the same as the 3-iron to the golfer.

Confused yet? Let me explain something that will make it less confusing. It's important to understand that swing weight is different than real weight. Swing weight is a weight measured in its relation to the balance of the club. The idea is that swing weight determines not actual weight, but how it feels in the hands of a golfer.

Swing weight is not measured in grams, but has its own measurement system. This is usually a letter and number combination, like C4 or D1. They can be anywhere from A-G, and from 0-10. The lightest swing weight is A0 and the heaviest is G10.

It's hard to tell the difference between swing weights without measuring the clubs somehow. Even pros often can't tell small differences in swing weights by feel alone.

The point of measuring swing weight is to match all the clubs in a certain set to the same swing weight. This way, when you pick up different size clubs for different shots, you know that they will all feel the same when you swing.

The swing weight of a particular club can be raised or lowered, in order to make it feel like the other clubs in a set. Lead powder or tape can be added to the club to give it more weight.

In general, players who have a fast swing should use heavier swing weight clubs . Heavier clubs often help them have more control over their downswings. On the other hand, golfers who have a slower swing often choose lighter swing weight clubs in order to have a steadier swing.

Does Swing Weight Really Matter?

Serious golfers will often tell you that it does matter. For beginners and amateurs, it may not make much difference either way. Some golfers say that it is not important at all, because a good golfer can feel the weight difference and adjust their swing as necessary.

Swing weight was a more important gauge in the past, but there is a current trend among golfers to use actual weight instead.

If you're serious about golf, golf club swing weight is something you should definitely know about.

About the author: You can also find more information at mental golf tips and golf fitness instructions . GetGoodAtGolf.com is a comprehensive resource golf enthusiast to improve their game through helpful tips and instructions.

The Zen of Golf

2008-11-01T03:00:00.000-07:00

Author: Jonell Ziola

Why does golf seem to bring out the worst in some?

I was recently at a family gathering, and the subject of golf came up. My uncle is an avid golfer, and since spring is now here, he is able to get out on the course with his buddies again. He couldn't be happier!

Last fall, my dad played in a tournament with my uncle. My dad plays golf, but not nearly as often as my uncle - he prefers to spend his time fishing. Well, my dad ended up winning the golf tournament event . That was not supposed to happen! My uncle dealt with this just fine, but some of his golfing buddies were not so pleased. In fact, they wouldn't engrave my dad's name on the golf trophy . If he wants his name on it, he has to do it himself! My family decided to see the humor in this instead of taking offense.

I guess temper tantrums on the golf course are pretty common among my uncle's friends. He told the story about one guy who threw his club up into a tree. He was pretty embarrassed, but as my uncle put it, this guy was ""as tight as the bark on a tree"", so instead of stomping away, he swallowed his pride and threw other clubs up into the tree to try and get it down.

Another friend of my uncle's was playing with a new club. He hit a bad shot and got so mad he broke the club in half over his knee. Evidently, he didn't really think it would break, and had a pretty surprised look on his face when it did so.

My husband is also the source of some pretty offensive tantrums on the golf course. This is one of many reasons I refuse to play golf with him! One day he was playing with my father and unintentionally threw his club near a pond. Yes, it almost went in the water, and yes, he felt pretty foolish!

My dad is the most easy-going guy you will ever meet. He uses this to his advantage when playing the game of golf. As I said before, he is not the best golfer, but his easy-going nature seems to unnerve the people he is playing against. He uses this tactic most effectively on my brother and my husband. He just sits back, plays his game, and watches my brother and husband rant and rave until they are so discombobulated they can't make a decent put to save their lives. Nine times out of ten, Dad comes out the winner!

About the author: Jonell is a freelance management and accounting professional in Oklahoma. She regularly consults with TheGolfCollection.com (where you can find golf tournament gifts and awards ) and while she doesn't play a lot of golf, loves the serenity and beauty of golf courses. You'll find Jonell frequently volunteering to drive the golf cart for her friends and family

Great Golf in Florida 365 Days a Year

2008-10-31T03:01:00.001-07:00

Author: Keith George

Golf is truly the sport of a lifetime and very gentle on your body. It gives you a visit in often beautiful nature, contacts with other persons and also a great game. Florida, well known as vacation Mecca, is blessed by mother nature with a large coastal line, luxurious interior lands, year-round subtropical temperatures and annual sunshine. Golfers visiting St. Augustine, in St. Johns County and Ponte Vedra Beach can tee off at the scenic and challenging golf courses of Florida. Playing golf in Florida offers exciting challenges to all golfers. Playing golf in the beautiful landscape of Florida is a nice way to keep your body in shape and your mind at peace. Golf is a game of discipline, balance, and touch. A walk along the golf course burns off your calories, fill your lungs with fresh air and ameliorate your cardiovascular system to live life king size.

Carrying clubs provide strength to your hands and back, predominantly the upper part of body. And of course hitting the ball recuperates your hand to eye coordination.

Golf can be played with as many friends as you like. You can visit between each hole while you are waiting others to finish their holes and in mean time you can even discuss your matters with friends. Or if you get pleasure playing by yourself, you can enjoy open air, at your own pace.

Golf in Florida is well known because of its world-renowned golf courses including: The Players Championship, TPC Stadium Course at Sawgrass, the Radisson Ponce de Leon Golf, The Slammer and The Squire championship course and Donald Ross-designed course. Some public and semi private golf courses are also there, where you can go and enjoy golf.

Some well known golf courses of Florida: Ponte Vedra Beach Ponte Vedra Beach is located along Atlantic Ocean. It is one of the internationally recognized golf courses. With 99 holes to access and an official hotel ""Marriott at Sawgrass Resort"", TPC is the highly esteemed golf courses of USA. Designed by Pete Dye Sawgrass, this stadium course ranks seventh among ""United States Best Resort Courses"" according to Golf Digest. The seventeenth hole of Sawgrass Stadium also known as ""Island Hole"" is recognized worldwide. If you are at Marriott Sawgrass Resort you can also visit these two nearby private golf courses. Ponce de Leon Golf Course

This historical golf course was opened in 1916 and various golf legends had played here for pretty long time. Ponce de Leon is featured with practice bunker, putting green, pro shop and 9 hole pitch. This is a par-72 18-hole golf course. The Royal St. Augustine Golf and Country Club This golf course is one of the newest courses in Florida with par 71 and 18-holes. A restaurant, pro shop and driving range are other facilities available in Royal St. Augustine Golf and Country Club.

Enjoy golf in Florida.

About the author: Keith George always writes about valuable news & reviews. A related resource is Florida Golf Vacations. More information at: Vacation & Sports. And here: Florida Golf.

Great Golf in Ireland

2008-10-30T03:00:00.001-07:00

Author: Keith George

Golf in Ireland is a joy to be savored for sure. To me it is also one of the best ways to enjoy my golf vacation often with a couple of friends. No business meetings and no phone calls to bother, just the old bunch of guys and our fantastic golf. We have a great time traveling around, playing golf and enjoy the company of ourselves. We love playing golf and golf in Ireland provides us with great golfing experiences.

Finding a good golf course is not hard at all in Ireland. There are lots of golf clubs to choose from. You can find golf courses with sunny beaches, which is rare, or with more moderate climate. One of our weeks on Ireland we got a little shower of rain every day. I guess that is moderate climate.

Some of the famous Irish golf courses:

The Royal Dublin Golf Club is more than a century old. It is most venerate and the second oldest golf course. This golf club covers a huge area of 230 acres and belongs to the Adare Manor Estate. Adare Golf Course was designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr. offering a magnificent parkland layout. This is one of the leading parkland courses in Ireland.

Beaufort Golf Club

This golf course was founded in 1995 but is fast becoming a play venue for all kind of golfers. Beaufort has been carved from natural terrain and lush with plant growth. Some characteristics of Beaufort Golf Course are bunkering pattern, large contoured greens and generous fairways with putting surface at par fours. The eighth hole is the jewel in Beaufort crown with a fantastic green course bestow you a splendid scenery of the beautiful McGillycuddy Reeks mountain range. Here each hole asks solemn questions about the golfer's ability.

Druids Glen

This club is located along side of the Fota Island, Mount Juliet and Carlow. Druids Glen hosted the Irish Open Golf Championship from 1996 to 1999, was awarded with the prestigious Hertz International Travel Awards and is going to host Ryder Cup in 2006. We have played Druids Glen twice and I can assure you that it is a great experience. Many holes are very challenging and the surroundings is like a beautiful garden. Due to its outstanding beauty the golf club area is called as ""Heaven's Reflex"".

Killarney Golf Club comprises three top-class parklands- Lackabane, Mahony's Point and Killeen Course. Killeen Course is the jewel of Killarney golfing crown. You will find that these courses are all very good. Go there!

Ardfert Golf Club

This Irish golf club is situated 15 miles north of Tralee and is the right place for people who are looking for an economical nine holer. The course is rather new, from 1994 and has attracted thousands of visitors so far. It just measures 5700 yards, proving that a layout doesn't have to be a monster to make it both interesting and challenging. Snacks are available for visitors in the clubhouse, nearby. These golf courses will not only make playing golf in Ireland interesting and challenging but also a memorable one. A final warning - if you are like me and my friends, you will leave for Ireland every year!

About the author: Keith George always writes about valuable news & reviews. A related resource is Golf In Ireland. Further information can be found at Health News.

Information about Golf bags

2008-10-29T03:00:00.000-07:00

Author: AcarioDaire

Till some years ago, the game of golf was popular mainly among a selected few, comprising the elite class of society. Things have changed tremendously over the last few years. There are various accessories in golf. To carry all the accessories we need a bag. This bag was named golf bag . There are many kinds of golf bags. You have so much variety that you will find it hard to choose which, but you will always find a bag which serves all your purposes.

Right decisions matter: One must consider a few things before selecting the bag that suits him/her the best. First, one should decide if he/she wishes to walk the course or use a cart. Although carry bags won't be heavy, it won't contain as many 'extra' items either. A cart bag, on the other hand, will be heavier but will include more features. Choose your golf bag keeping in mind the room needed for the number of clubs you will usually carry to the course. It will be even better to buy one, which can accommodate some more clubs you may wish to add soon. See to it that the height and the width of the bag are adequate to provide sufficient room for your golf clubs.

You can also choose a bag having more pockets for accessories such as water bottle holder, towel hook and even golf shoes. Check whether the straps and handles are strong enough to hold all your equipment.

Models and designs: You will find different models and designs. Carry bags if you prefer the walking game. These bags are lightweight, strong and user-friendly. There are also staff/tour bags and cart bags. Cart Bags got their name because they are designed to be used on a Golf Cart . Carry Bag is the best choice if you prefer to carry your own bag as you play Golf. Golf bags are made of cotton. The Golfer's Hidden Beverage Cooler is one of the best packs where you can sneak in pack of cold ones onto the course. It is designed to hide in the side pocket of any golf bag.

Do you carry the Bag? This is one thing that you really need to think and buy, as there is much kind of bags. Only after getting to know what all kinds are there should you go and ask for them to be shown to you. If you have a caddie to carry your bag for you, like the pros, you do not need to worry about the weight of your bag that much as long as it is not too back- breakingly heavy. Golf Bag weight won't also matter that much if you intend to ride golf cart most of the time. But if you plan to walk around then you will definitely need a bag that is very light in weight. Most golfers love light weight Carry Bags with stands.

Prices are important too: This is perhaps the first question you should ask yourself: ""How much money am I willing to spend on a Golf Bag?"". Just like in many other things you can buy, the more money you spend, the more elaborate the features will be. When buying a bag remembers that the Golf Bag is not a piece of equipment directly used in your game.

Author name -- Acario Daire

Author profile: Author is a Golf player he has been playing Golf since 15 Years. He is experienced in choosing the right Golf Equipment . He has been Experimenting with all brands of Golf Equipment.

About the author: Author name -- Acario Daire

Author profile: Author is a Golf player he has been playing Golf since 15 Years. He is experienced in choosing the right Golf Equipment . He has been Experimenting with all brands of Golf Equipment.

Golf Training Aids: What to Look for Before Buying One.

2008-10-28T03:00:00.000-07:00

Author: Dana Buttenhoff

Every time we go into the golf store or watch the Golf Channel or page through our favorite golf publication we are subjected to countless golf training aids. How do we know the product we are purchasing will actually give us the results we are looking for in our golf game?

There are five criteria that you should look at before purchasing a golf training aid.

1. Validity. Simply put, does this device do what it is advertised to do? 2. Reliability. Does it give consistent results for golfers of different abilities? 3. Durability. Is it constructed of quality material? 4. Simplicity. Is the device so complicated that the average golfer can't operate it? 5. Conformity. Does the product conform to the rules set forth by the USGA and R&A? Most training aids cannot be used during a tournament round of golf, but if the device manipulates the golfer in some bizarre fashion, I would steer clear. Does a scene from the movie Tin Cup come to mind?

There are hundreds of very fine golf training aids that meet most, if not all, of these criteria. The funny thing is that many people fall into a trap that I like to refer to the silver bullet trap. What is the silver bullet trap you may be asking? No, it's not a new golf training aid developed for bunker play. What I'm referring to when I use the term silver bullet trap is that many people think that simply purchasing the product cures their problem! The fact remains that golf is a difficult game for most people and there are certain things that require attention for improvement. Golf requires physical skills and mental skills. Specific golf training aids can develop certain physical skills, when used in the manner in which they are intended. As your physical skills improve chances are your confidence will improve as well. Mental skills are greatly increased as your confidence increases, so the mental game and the physical game go hand in hand.

The golf training aids that I personally prefer are ones that help the average weekend amateur golfer with the most common problems such as slicing, poor chipping and pitching as well as putting problems. I personally believe that the average weekend amateur golfer can dramatically improve their scores by concentrating on three key elements. 1. Reducing or eliminating their slice to cut down on penalty shots. Also, playing from the fairway is always better than playing from behind a tree in the rough. 2. Improving chipping and pitching near the green. 3. Improve putting by distance control of their lag putts. A tap-in second putt is nothing to be ashamed of, but a tap-in three putt can destroy a good score quickly.

Straighter shots from the tee, chip shots that roll close to the pin and improved putting are just a couple of the things you can look forward to this season as you find the right golf training aid to improve your game and increase your enjoyment on the golf course.

About the author: Dana Buttenhoff is an amateur golfer who after 20 years of struggle on the golf course called upon seven game improvement experts to assist him in taking his game back. Visit http://www.GolfGuruSecrets.com and discover what may be keeping you from playing to your true potential.

Free Golf Lesson On How To Choose The Best Golf Equipment

2008-10-27T03:01:00.001-07:00

Author: Juzaily Ramli

In playing golf, how do you decide which golf equipment suits you the best? Which type of equipment should you invest your money in? Choosing the wrong equipment could easily affect your golf game. Avoid this at all costs.

To let you make informed decisions, read the following guidelines and keep them in mind when you are shopping for your first golf equipment, be it golf balls, golf shoes or golf clubs.

Do Not Be Afraid To Ask Questions

The first thing that you should do is to ask around. You could ask your relatives or friends, colleagues or even your neighbours. Make sure that they do play golf. You never know but they might be into golf too. Ask them their opinions and get their recommendations on what types of equipment are worth buying and what to avoid.

Another option is for you to just walk into any store and get their advice. These shop assistants would be more than willing to share their opinions and ideas for new golfers like you. After all, they work on commisions aren't they? Not only is this an efficient way to get information, it is also practical, as you're already in a golf store and they can easily give you recommendations.

Set Your Goals For Playing Golf

In playing golf, you must remember to know what exactly your goals are. Remember to be realistic and pay attention to what you need rather than what you want. If you can identify your goals before you go shopping, it will save you lots of time and money. By identifying your goals, you would be able to select the types of equipment that you would really need. You would also be able to choose a new set of clubs in a practical manner, rather than spending too much time and money on choosing golfing equipment that you do not necessarily need.

Think also, of the reason you chose golf in the first place. Why not any other sport? Is it because you would like to join your business partners for a four-times-a-year game? Or is it because you really enjoy golf and would spend all your available hours devoting yourself to it? Once you get your priorities straight, you will find that choosing the golf equipment that suits you best is relatively easy.

Be Honest About Your Level Of Interest And Dedication In Playing Golf

Be true to yourself. How dedicated are you to playing golf? Now that you have decided to spend on golf equipment, be honest about the time and effort that you are willing to put into the game. Do you plan on playing often? How often do you want to practise in a week? Will there be lessons involved? If you are not sure about your plans then it is advisable for you to buy less costly golf clubs. However, if you just can't wait to get into the game and are willing to spend hours perfecting your game, then you should probably think of investing in a more expensive set of clubs.

Should You Go For Second-hand Or Brand New Golf Equipment?

Again, you have to think about your goals and expectations. If you are in the habit of taking up a hobby and then forgetting it after a month or two, then it is better for you to buy used golf equipment. They are cheaper and yet just as effective as new clubs. Should you suddenly decide that you have fallen in love with the game and would like to dedicate your time and effort into it, then go ahead, invest in a brand new set of golf equipment. And, should you decide otherwise, you can always give the used set away or sell it to other new golfers.

Familiarise Yourself With Golf Shaft Options

To all new golfers, it is wise to pay attention to the golf shaft that you are using. The composition of the golf shaft would depend on whether it is graphite or steel. The flex of the shaft reveals how much the shaft bends when the club is swung.

Graphite is a lot lighter compared to steel. It creates a quicker swing speed. On the other hand, steel is more hard-wearing and tough. It is also a lot cheaper compared to graphite.

As graphite is lighter and easier to swing, it is the perfect choice for women and senior citizens. Meanwhile, younger and stronger men tend to opt for the regular and stiff shafts.

Decide Which Golf Club Is The Best For You

A perfect golf swing is invaluable. Golfers who are just now beginning to learn the ways to play need to choose golf clubs that are specifically catered to those with a higher handicap. The best choice would be the irons that weighed in perimeter and backed by cavity. Also, try looking at those hybrid sets. These have long irons (around 4- or 3- or 5-) and are at times substituted by utility clubs.

Remember; think of your goals, your expectations and your needs. That way you can pick the golf equipment that is the best for you.

About the author: Juzaily Ramli and his friend Tommy Lehmann are golf enthusiasts and proud owners of Golf Accessories and Free Golf Lessons websites.

Golf Lesson - Why Walking Is Better Than Riding A Golf Cart?

2008-10-26T03:01:00.001-07:00

Author: Juzaily Ramli

We might not realise this, but golf is good for your health. According to the United States Golf Association, that is. Their expert advice is for you to forgo the rides on the golf carts and walk the golf course.

Even though driving around in the golf carts is the easiest way to get from one hole to another, it will be even better for you if you decide to walk along the fairway. By walking, you get to exercise your heart, which pumps and circulates blood all over your body. Besides that, walking is also a great enjoyable workout.

According to David Fay of the United States Golf Association, walking makes the whole golf game more satisfying. He further commented that whizzing around in golf carts should be stopped.

Walking is the most basic way for you to get fit. It is good exercise because it is easy to do and anyone can walk. It improves circulation and strengthens your muscles. In a nutshell, walking is beneficial for all.

Some people believe that walking around the green while playing a round of golf is not a healthy thing to do, due to the nature of the game itself. On the other hand, research has shown evidence of many people who related their own experiences with walking through a game of golf. Many of these people told of the positive effects of walking.

In Sweden for example, researchers discovered that the benefits of walking through a game of golf is equivalent to about forty to seventy percent of intense workout in an aerobics class. This is on the basis of playing eighteen holes.

In a separate study done by cardiologist Edward Palank, it was found that golfers who chose to walk the greens were healthier than their cart-riding counterparts, as they had a lower level of bad cholesterol in their bodies. At the same time, the good cholesterol level in their bodies was normal. This cannot be said for golfers who opted for rides on the golf carts.

The Golf Science International also concluded that playing golf for four hours was equivalent to attending a forty five minutes fitness class. Another association, the Northern Ohio Golf Association testified that when a golfer chose to walk across the golf course, he is walking for a total of roughly three to four miles. This includes walking up and around hills, on the fairway, and over the greens and tees.

Still not convinced? Try out the following activities. That will give you a chance to see and feel the difference yourself. The next time you play a game of golf, try walking along alternative holes. That way, by the end of it all, you would have walked a total of nine holes. It is all right if you do not feel up to it. The next time, try walking a set of nine holes and riding the cart for the next nine.

If you golf with a partner and he insists on you riding the golf cart together with him, fret not. Just make sure that you ride only on the path meant for the cart. You can stop the cart and walk down the fairway to your ball. That way, your partner can bring the golf cart up.

Are you still not convinced? Then look at it this way. If you think your health does not permit you to walk around the course to exercise your legs and start your heart pumping, then look at this in another light. Consider the damages done by all those golf carts running around the fairways. Golf carts damage the areas around the greens and sand traps. Even though the golf carts are only supposed to be on the assigned golf cart path, this doesn't mean that they do. Most of the time, people will drive golf carts all over the course.

With the advent of new technologies, golf courses now boast magnificent looking grasses. These grasses are grown even on areas where they were not able to originally. That is why golf courses nowadays look fantastic. However, these courses are exposed to the wear and tear, more so from the roving golf carts. Driving the cart along the greens will damage the beautiful grass.

Now that you have all the facts, isn't it time for you to go green? Walk! Not only will you benefit from getting all that exercise, you'll also be saving the greens.

About the author: Juzaily Ramli and his friend Tommy Lehmann are golf enthusiasts and proud owners of Free Golf Tips and Free Golf Lesson Online websites.

2007 Master's Golf Championship Preview

2008-10-25T03:01:00.001-07:00

Author: Larry Cook

Golf fans can finally get excited because the Masters has arrived. This is the first, and arguably the best, Major Championship of the year so if you are a fan of golf and can't get excited for the weekend, there has to be something wrong. The Masters tournament is the only Major Championship played on the same course annually. The real golf fans could walk you through each hole on the course. They may add a little length each season with the new golf equipment and quality of players, but other than that factor everything remains the same. The winner gets the Green Jacket which is the most prestigious award that golf has to offer.

The World's top 50, the top ten on the PGA money list, past champions and selected international players get invitations to this event. The players are not just given a spot in this field, they have to earn their way in. This is the biggest moment of player's careers for new members of the field. If you took a pole to see which tournament each player wants to win in a given year, the Masters Championship would be take the cake. The weather looks to be nearly perfect for Thursday through Sunday, despite the rainy forecast for Wednesday's practice round.

Tiger Woods is hands down the favorite to win and he should be. His four Green Jackets tie him with Arnold Palmer at the age of thirty, and Jack Nicklaus' six jackets are dangerously within reach. Woods won the WGC-CA Championship the week before last and I can guarantee you he has walked through every shot in his mind. You simply cannot bet against this guy.

Phil Mickelson has to be expected as the next contender in line to dethrone Tiger this weekend. Mickelson has a win already this year and has been quiet over the last few weeks as he prepares for this test. He has to have ghosts looming in his head over last year's U.S. Open debacle on the final hole. He has won this tournament before though so that will be a positive between his ears in a run at another Green Jacket.

Vijay Singh has won twice on tour this year and that has to be a confidence builder heading into The Masters. He has worn a Green Jacket as well in the past so you definitely can't count this veteran out. Singh's ability to hit balls each day for hours is legendary, and allows him to be in prime form for each tournament he enters. His putting is the only aspect of his game that fails him. If the short stick gets going, this stud will be in the Top 5 come Sunday.

Adam Scott and Jim Furyk have to be in the talk for winning this prestigious championship. Scott played well in the Shell Houston Open last weekend and was in the running the whole way. He has all the tools that Tiger Woods does by modeling his swing and can putt with the best of the players in the field. His win at the Player's Championship, known as the ""fifth major"" has to give him the confidence he needs to contend here. Furyk is a steady grinder with the mental toughness to make his way around this torturous course. He putts tremendously well which is the key to winning here. Augusta has the slickest, toughest greens of any course these players face.

A few other names to look for are Charles Howell III, Stuart Appleby and Henrik Stenson. Howell has been making his mark on tour this year and would love to get a victory in his hometown. This could add pressure that is not needed though with the fans following him the whole way. Henrik Stenson won the Accenture Match Play Championship this season and that win against the world's top 64 players will be a confidence builder as well. That tournament is probably tougher than the Masters to win, no matter what any golf fan tells you.

Of course there will be some sleepers that will be there at the end of the final round. These are just the guys that I will be looking for come Sunday. They all have some kind of experience winning big tournaments and that will be a big boost between the ears of all these players. Tiger has to be my pick to win but deep down inside I will be rooting for Mickelson. The guy has been through so much in his career and I admire the fact that he takes chances. Go Phil in 2007!

About the author: Larry Cook is a documented member of the Professional Handicappers League. Read all of his articles at www.procappers.co m/Larry_Cook.htm

The Basic Rules to Playing Golf

2008-10-24T03:00:00.000-07:00

Author: Juzaily Ramli

The game of golf is not only physically but also mentally challenging. It is a strategic game that has many fans around the world. Golf is played by hitting a golf ball using golf clubs on an area called the teeing ground. Once the ball has been hit, it will travel along fairways and into the next prepared area, where a hole is found. This prepared area is known as the putting green.

Simply put, the target of the game is of course to put the ball into the hole in as few hits as possible. This means that a golfer has to complete the hole by hitting the golf ball from the teeing ground into the hole in the putting green using the golf club in as little strokes as possible. A round of golf usually means a play of 18 holes.

There are two basically two kinds of play in golf. In the match play, the winner is determined according to the number of holes lost and won. In the other kind of play, which is the stroke play, the winner is the golfer who uses the least number of strokes to complete a round.

In playing the game, there are two very fundamental rules to adhere to: Play the course as you find it; and play the ball as it is found.

Should the rules above be difficult for you to follow, keep in mind that you should at least play fair at all times. How do you determine what is fair and what is not? Read on and find out some rules which will give you a greater understanding on how to be a fair player in playing golf.

Basic Golf Courtesy

Do not stand, move or talk too close to a golfer who is about to make a stroke.

Play without any delay. Leave as soon as the other members in your group leave.

Try your best to play when everyone in your group is already out of the way.

Try to replace the divots as much as you can. And if you have walked into a bunker, don't forget to smooth out all your footprints.

It is not advisable for you to drop your golf clubs on the putting green, so avoid it at all cost.

Rules to Playing Golf

Before you start on your round of golf, take some time to read the local rules which are stated on the scorecard that you hold. After reading the rules, it is a good idea for you to mark which golf ball you will be using, which will make it easier for you to identify it. Several golfers may be suing the same brand of golf balls as you, In this case, it would be easy to see which golf ball belongs to you.

Before you start, make sure you have counted your golf clubs. You are allowed a maximum of fourteen golf clubs.

When beginning the actual play, make sure you tee off in front of your tee markers. Should your tee off be a little bit off, or outside of the area specified, you may be asked to repeat your stroke. If this happens in a match play, then you are lucky as there will be no penalty for you. However, if this happens in a stroke play, then you are given a two-stroke penalty. That is why it is important for you to tee off in the specified area.

When you are playing, should your ball lie in a water hazard or a bunker, remember not to hit or touch the water or bunker in any way before you do your downswing.

The ball should never be spooned or pushed: it should always be struck fairly.

It is all right if you want to mark the ball that you are using. You could also clean your ball: just lift it, clean and put it back exactly where it was previously.

In the case of dropping a ball, the best way to do so would be to stand straight and to hold your golf ball at the length of your shoulder, and to drop it gently. Should you, in dropping the ball, happen to strike another player, the caddie or even yourself, you must drop the ball again. This is done with no penalty.

It would also be all right for you to pick up your ball if by doing so you would assist another player. On the other hand, you may also lift any other ball if that ball is interfering with your playing or another player.

By remembering the basic rules of golf as well as the basic common courtesies of playing golf fairly, you will make the game more enjoyable for you and others.

About the author: Juzaily Ramli and Tommy Lehmann are golf buddies and also proud owners of their golf website and offer free golf tips at Golf Rules and Golf Swing .

Having Your Golf Clubs Fitted

2008-10-23T03:00:00.000-07:00

Author: NormMoote, CPGA

""A tour pro wouldnt dream of playing clubs off the rack...why should you?"" - Peter Jacobsen, PGA Tour Player

Teaching and club fitting go hand in hand. As an instructor I make sure that all my students have a fitting session as part of their instruction. I would identify their optimal equipment specifications with the aid of my state of the art Titleist Fitting System. Many have said it was the most wisely spent half hour they ever had on the practice tee. As a coach that has been trained to teach by George Knudson and trainned to fit equipment by Henry Griffitts inc., Ping and Titleist I can quickly establish critical factors such as shaft length, proper lie angle, shaft flex, shaft composition,and grip size. All these factors will provide you with equipment that is custom to your swing and will enable you to play your best.

Please note that virtually all current makes of clubs can be ordered to measure, it really doesnt matter what equipment I fit you with...your specs are your specs. In other words, l fit you with Titleist and establish your specs...you then get a spec sheet. You want to play Calloway or Taylor made. Thats fine, the manufacture of your choice will make the equipment to YOUR specs with the fit we did on Titleist.

All Tour players play with fitted clubs regardless of which brand sponsors them. They know the best way to wreck a golf swing is to play with poorly fitted equipment. Its the same for amateurs at all levels. A poorly fitted club will punish a good swing and provide a bad result.

Properly fitted clubs reward a good swing with a good result. Having properly fitted equipment helps you play better...its that simple.

About the author: Norm moote is a member of the Canadian Professional Golfers Association and has been teaching golf for over 25 years. He is also a authorized Titleist Club Fitter. Norm has a Academy at the Old Pro Driving Range located in Brampton Ontario. website: www.normmootegolf.com email:n.moote@cogeco.ca

Golf for life

2008-10-22T03:01:00.001-07:00

Author: Petalac

Here is a good one for all you golfers out there.

This is one oppotunity I was a bit skeptical about at first, but I was doing ok with my home business and thought what the hell.

I play Golf at least twice a week with my friend Zac aka Mr Taylor Made this guy is flasher than Michael Jackson. When he walks on to the course he has got the best of everything, he also works from his home and has become very successful.

Lucky he is successful because he has to pay for all his bling bling golf gear. (He is so going to kill me when he reads this)

I dont Know why the pair of us bother with golf, we both struggle to make under 100 each time.

But thats OK we have a good laugh and a nice cold beer at the clubhouse afterwords and tell each other how good some of our shots were.(yeh right)

For the last 2 months we have not paid for one green fee or cart hire and you wont believe this part we have made some money.

Dont worry this is legal, legitimate and ethical you wont believe how simple the concept is, it will totally blow you away

Its worked so well for us over the last couple of months that we are now planning a road trip with our wives around the States and over to the U.K. and it wont cost us one cent.

I guess the best way for you to find out more is to visit the site and see for yourself.

If your not into playing golf for real, there is a free download for one of the hottest golf games on the web.

See you on the course

Petalac

http://petalac.blog-city.com/golf.htm

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Discover The Benefits Of Attending Golf Schools.

2008-10-21T03:00:00.000-07:00

Author: John Peace

Golf schools are getting more popular and many people are attending it. They provide people who are interested in the sport an opportunity to learn it the right way. Starting on a wrong footing may develop bad habits later which are difficult to correct. For a beginner who wants to start learning the sport, enrolling in a course in a golf school is a good start. In a golf school, the learner receives proper training, guidance and direction. The golf school will teach learners a broad understanding of all aspects of the game, focus on sound golfing principles and provide unique insights that allow learners to appreciate some ways of developing their skills. Learners certainly need to acquire a good knowledge base about the swing, how to make certain shots, how to use and apply the rules of golf and how to strategize in a game. The golf schools have incorporated all these essentials in the programs they offer.

Taking lessons from a qualified golf trainer expedites the learning process. Trainers are knowledgeable in all aspects of the game and able to identify each individual learner's strengths and weaknesses. The common problem with many poor players is that they do not know how to execute some shots and tend to repeat the same faults over and over again. If these mistakes are not correct at the onset, it may be difficult to correct it later. Qualified instructors from golf schools can offer sound instruction and help the learners to avoid the usual pitfalls. Besides teaching good golf techniques, the trainers also provide valuable feedback to learners on their performance. The trainers help to identify their mistakes and teach them how to correct them. As golf involves a wide range of skills, the learners need to know which specific areas they are weak in. They will then be able to focus on those areas that need the most attention and make improvement in those areas. Being aware of their weaknesses and strengths, they can keep a close track of their progress. A reliable source of feedback is important for the learners who seek to make progress. This in turn would greatly enhance the quality of their practice sessions and their enjoyment of the game. It is indeed beneficial to learn from a qualified professional. Learners should find a good golf school with qualified instructors and invest in a series of lessons in order to learn golf more effectively.

The golf school organizes programs which has a course structure with a clear set of objectives that offer direction and motivation. The course content covers all the aspects of golf the learner needs to know and the program allows the overall learning to be progressive. Each program consists of a fixed number of lessons in which all participants need to follow. The participants will learn according to the content set out in each lesson. As it is a structured learning program, there is little risk of missing anything out. The school creates an environment in which learners are motivated to improve their standards and performance levels.

As golf schools are aware that players now demand higher personal standards to satisfy their golfing goals, many of them have made available the use of up-to-date facilities and equipment to keep up with the advancing standards in golf teaching. If the surroundings do not contain the right learning facilities then the trainer's role of identifying and setting out areas of improvement for the individual will be more limited and less effective. The teaching environment has to offer the maximum opportunity for progress and development.

In a golf school, the practice and amount of work and study can be rigorous. If you are interested to start taking lessons, it is good to get yourself prepared to undergo a period of intense practice. You will be required to hit a lot of balls in a short period. The schools' sessions can run from one to seven days. As group size varies, you may need to check the school's student-teacher ratio. It is a good idea that you choose a school that has a program which suits you. Nonetheless, you need to make a commitment to work hard. You should be ready to work with your trainer and alongside your peers in enhancing your own personal capabilities and building your competitive skills. In golf schools, there are players who make good progress in a fairly short time.

It is preferable that a beginner seek the help of a professional early, so that sound golf principles could be adopted in the early stage. That makes it easier for both the learner and the trainer. For those who are playing well and are not enrolled in any golf school, it is a good idea to begin lessons now and take the quality of the game to the next level. Golfers who seek to enhance their skills get greater satisfaction and pleasure from their game. For more information, please visit Go lf Schools.

About the author: John Peace Freelance Writer and have great interest in Golf. For more information on Gold Schools, Courses and News, please visit

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