I. Keep Your Head Down & Eyes On The Ball
Regular practice is the only way to effectively prepare for the irregular situations that you
may encounter on the course. Practice unconventional approaches & shots. It's the only way to get better.
The Look Away
Step 1: First, take your stance to the left of the ball if you are right handed & to the right of the ball if you are left handed. Now, face away from the
target. Looking away from the target may seem awkward at first. But, go with it. Relax & loosen up your body.
Step 2: Now, hold your club (whichever one you like) with it extended down from your most dominant hand. The blade should be pointing towards the ground,
directly at your feet.
Step 3: Next, place the blade of your club behind the ball & turn your head slightly back in order to properly aim your shot.
Step 4: Pull the club upwards while extending it forward. Then,swing the club down & along your target line as best as you can. Follow through as far as you
possible can.
Step 5: Resist the urge to turn around & watch the end result. Simply concentrate on following through & getting the ball back in to play towards the green.
II. A Quick Drill For Consistent Shots
A. The 15, 10, 5 Drill
1. First, take a practice shot with the ball 15 inches above the ground. By swinging so high, you should observe a nice rounded swing (almost like a baseball
swing). After swinging through, square up the clubface.
2. Next, move to 10 inches above the ground. Swing right around & through it.
3.Now, try 5 inches off the ground. Repeat #2.
4.Finally, try it from the tee. Make sure the end of your golf club is pointing at your belt buckle.
III. A Sound Follow-Through
You can still have a good shot even if you follow through awkwardly. Nothing you do after the ball leaves the clubhead is going to influence where it goes.
But, a sound follow-through is still a vital element in a golf swing. It helps insure that everything that comes before it goes according to plan. What is a
good follow-through? In general, there are three important elements to look for:
1. How the hands finish.
2. How the right shoulder finishes.
3. The position of the head.
IV. Changing Your Address
Many people these days believe that golf becomes easier when you isolate & eliminate swing problem variables...
A. The Old Advice
The traditional theory for hitting irons believed that "..as the loft of the club is increased, the position of the ball address should be shifted to the
right. And, your stance should become more & more open." Every club, therefore, required its own stance. isolate & eliminate swing problem variables...
Every club, therefore, required its own stance. Some people say that patience is the answer. Others point out that practice & repetition is the key to
success in golf. And it is.Some players even think that having the right golf clubs is the "magic potion."
B. Performance
Similarly, there is also "performance-oriented" confidence which is based more upon the specific increases in your golf game itself. If you have very little
confidence in your abilities, then you will not perform optimally. Practice your golfing skills diligently & you will develop your performance confidence as
a result.
C. True Confidence
Your confidence levels can be adjusted & worked on step-by-step. Larger personal issues & improving your self image can take as little as a week or as long
as a lifetime... Low self-esteem levels can be layers deep & uncovering them far outweighs the scope of this mini report. However, in terms of
performance confidence, there are definitely some common ideas which all of us can benefit from.
Let me repeat:
Golf is a journey, not a destination. Write it down & watch your happiness increase with your golf game.
