Shoulder Stretches for Golf (22 Apr 2006) Performing shoulder exercises and stretches are important to ensuring that you have a good swing. Stretching the rotator cuff muscles, those found in your shoulders that allow you to move your shoulder in a circular motion, increases flexibility and ensures a more natural and fluid golf swing.
Simple Golf Warm Up Exercise (22 Apr 2006) Golf warm up you say? Aren't you supposed to rush to the course, pull out the BIG DOG, take a few hacks at it and start your round? Is that what you do? Come on be honest with yourself. If so, what was the result on the first tee? I'll bet it wasn't even a par! Am I wrong?
Simple Tips For Improving Golf Swing (22 Apr 2006) There are loads of resources both on-line and off that you can turn to for easy tips on improving golf swing. More than likely, you are looking for simple pointers on improving golf swing that you can start with yourself, because you are not in a position to hire a professional to help you improve your swing.
Sit Up Straight! It Will Help Your Game (22 Apr 2006) What does it take to reproduce the perfect golf swing? Precise coordination of muscle contraction and relaxation, muscle balance, stability and body awareness are all required to recreate a good swing. A prerequisite to these necessary components is good posture.
Sports Psychology for Golfers: 4 Tips for Beating the Yips (22 Apr 2006) The "yips" are one of golf's most perplexing challenges. Putting is not fun if you think you have the yips. The yips have driven more good golfers to give up the game than any other golfing "illness". Learn some simple tips for beating the yips from sports psychology expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn.
Staying Out of Trouble with Your Driver (22 Apr 2006) So what is it that's really causing problems with your driver? Is it a slice, a hook, or just flat-out inconsistency?
Strength Training For Golf – No Gym Required (22 Apr 2006) Strength training for golf is viewed by golfers as a lot of work, time-consuming, boring and you need a gym membership to do it. None of the above is true, and if you read this article, I'll explain why.
Strength Training For Junior Golf (22 Apr 2006) Much debate has occurred about kids and strength training. There's been concern about growth plate damage. There's been discussion of whether it increases their likelihood of future success or simply places them at increased stress both physically and mentally. Here's a few notes on the correct way to have a junior golfer build a strong, healthy body.
Strengthening Your Golf Swing Muscles Will Greatly Improve Your Golf Game (22 Apr 2006) Golf swing muscles? Is there such a thing? You didn't think they were important or existed did you? But I'm sure when you've gone home after a round of golf with a sore back you were reminded very quickly, you do in fact have golf swing muscles.
Stretching For Golf Isnt What You Think (22 Apr 2006) Stretching for golf is critical to slowing down the rapid decline senior golfers experience, as well as reducing the stress on the muscles, ligaments, tendons and joints. The golf swing puts a tremendous amount of pressure on the body, and unless you are participating in a consistent stretching for golf program, you will be a statistic.
Stronger Abs for Golf (22 Apr 2006) Everyone wants a firm midsection. For the golfer, it delivers much more than just a coveted physique. Stronger abdominal muscles convert to better balance and a more powerful swing.
Suddenly My Golf Swing Felt Right and the Ball Screamed off the Club (22 Apr 2006) This is the story of how an ordinary golfer suddenly found a golf swing that hit the ball arrow straight. No fluke, he was working with a system that worked for him and for many other golfers.
Super Golf Wheel Chair that Enables Disabled Golfers to Play Normally (22 Apr 2006) The golf wheel chair is powered by a tank battery. It drives golfers around the course just like any other buggy. However, when they arrive at the ball, the seat swivels round so that they can face their ball. The seat then stands them up and supports them so that they can address their ball, just like a 'normal' golfer.
Take Your Eyes Off that Ball! (22 Apr 2006) Contrary to popular belief, for the average golfer, many times it is better NOT to "keep your eyes on the ball." Quick shifting of the eyes back and forth between the ball and the club face at the beginning of a slow backswing can help keep the club face perpendicular to the intended line of flight and can result in longer, straighter shots.
Taking A Golf Lesson Isnt Always The Answer (22 Apr 2006) Golfers will do anything they can in hopes to play better golf and hit the LONG ball. Am I right? Are you in this category? If so, I'm quite confident to say you've taken a golf lesson or two. Golf lessons can be very effective in getting you back on track, if your swing has gone south. But, not always.
Taking The Confusion Out Of Golf Ball Compression (22 Apr 2006) When most people buy golf balls, they really don't know what they should be buying. Most manufacturers will include the ball specification on the box that the balls are packaged in. Armed with a little information about golf ball compression, you can choose a better ball for your game.
Teenagers Top The Leader Board At The Womens US Open (22 Apr 2006) Determination, poise, focus and talent were abundant, as teens topped the leader board at the 2005 Women's US Open. Younger players at the 2005 US Women's Open gained much more than experience.
