Two Basic Chipping Tips
Thursday, June 23rd, 2011Every golfer seems to think they know what they’re talking about when it comes to hitting a driver or putting. How many times have you heard someone give advice on hitting a driver or how to read a green? It’s commonplace in the game of golf. Unfortunately, it’s also something that can’t be avoided. On the other hand, how many times have you heard someone give advice on chipping? It’s likely not as often. There are two reasons for this. One, most people aren’t that comfortable with chipping so they don’t give advice. Two, everyone seems to have their own unique approach to chipping.
Personality and body type definitely play a role in your approach to chipping, but there are two basic chipping instruction tips that can apply to everyone. One, always keep the majority of your weight on your front foot. Two, keep a closed stance for better balance.
The Importance of Golf Swing Tempo
Friday, October 1st, 2010When practicing any skill, the key is to execute the skill consistently. This is true of the golf swing. A consistent, smooth golf swing tempo will ensure regularity in driving power and accuracy.
One way to improve golf swing tempo is to pay attention to your balance. If you begin or end your shot off balance, your rhythm will suffer and you’ll have no idea where the ball will end up.
Your body weight distribution will change as the swing proceeds. Before the shot, your weight should be balanced evenly on each foot. During the back swing, 75% of your weight should be on the back foot. At the completion of the shot, 90% of your weight should be on your front foot. The transition between these stages should be smooth and effortless.
Tips for Curing Your Golf Slice
Friday, August 20th, 2010True, today’s drivers allow you to hit the ball further. But, are your drives trailing off to the right, off the fairway… You’re slicing the golf ball, you’re losing distance, and you need some golf tips.
A slice happens because you’re swinging down on too steep a plane with a clubface that?s open at impact. To fix a slice, try this golf tip. Do some practice swings with the driver head a foot or so above the ground. Keep your arms and hands loose so that your hands turn over as they pass the center of your body and the clubhead moves over the ball. When you try a real swing, remember these tips, and your golf ball will move toward the middle of the fairway.
Online Golf Tips- Take Your Game to the Next Level
Monday, March 22nd, 2010One of the most important and most overlooked keys to a great golf game is the swing setup. The set up is the foundation for the direction, distance, and height that the ball will travel. Below are a few easy online golf tips.
The first golf tip for an effective swing is to maintain proper alignment. Feet, knees, hips, forearms, eyes, and shoulders should be parallel to the target line. For middle irons, the feet should be shoulder width apart, while the stance for woods and long irons should be two inches wider.
Another important golf tip is to position your weight on the balls of your feet. For short irons, weight should be 60% on the target side foot. Weight should be distributed 50/50 for middle irons, and 60% of your weight should be on the backside foot for longer irons.
Trying these simple golf tips can help improve your swing and your game.