How to Aim
Monday, June 28th, 2010The first step in aiming a golf shot is to stand behind the ball and pick a target. Then, draw a line from that target to the golf ball. Next, pick a spot in between the golf ball and the target that is approximately 1 to 2 feet away. This will be the intermediate target. Line up your club head so that its face is perpendicular to the line between the ball and the intermediate target. The reason for selecting an intermediate target is that it is easier to aim at a spot that is 2 feet away than one that is 200 yards away. Now, take your normal setup and grip and then hit the ball. The ball should start on the target line and head down the fairway. By keeping this beginner golf lesson in mind, you will eliminate one variable if the ball lands off line.
Finding the Right Golf Swing Trainer
Monday, September 21st, 2009Perfecting your swing is probably the single most important step you can take to improve your golf game, but finding the right trainer may not be so easy. In fact, the wrong trainer can actually make your game worse. There are a couple of important things to look for in the right golf swing trainer.
First, don’t hire the first swing trainer you meet. Arrange to meet with several, and try to give yourself time to talk with them about their philosophies. A good trainer will teach you to find the perfect swing for your own body rather than try to teach you to mimic another person’s swing.
Another important factor is personality. You must like the trainer, or you will avoid working with them regardless of their skill. Once you find a good trainer that you enjoy training with, you will see your golf game almost effortlessly improve.