Many golfers are settling down for a long winters nap. I know mine has started and I am already feeling the itch to play some golf. Knowing I will not hit the links anytime soon (I will not be traveling this winter for golf) I try to utilize the indoor space of my home and garage. Today, I am focusing on improving my putting stroke in my basement. I have a fair bit of room and as such can try many different drills to keep the rust off my putting stroke. I found a video that will lower my putts per hole that is easy-peasy and repeatable
Continue readingUsing Coloured Golf Balls
The types, patterns and colours of golf balls available makes my head spin and I am an avid golfer. I could easily speak for hours about the possibilities, however that would just make my head hurt. I recently ran a poll and the plethora of answers created the basis for this article. After a bit of research, I found out that there is more than just one thing that drives our golf ball selection. Surprisingly, I am not surprised, but surprised. I think you will be too!
Continue readingBeing Mentally Strong Lowers Golf Scores
How many times have we hit a poor shot only to follow it up with another one. “Freud called this the repetition compulsion: We feel driven to repeat mistakes from the past in the hopes that this time the situation will work out differently, but it rarely does. To break free, you must identify the pattern.” In other words doing the same thing over and over again expecting different results. Sound familiar?
Continue readingA Simple Drill To Improve Our Chipping
I am always on the look out for simple, easy and repeatable drills I can use to improve my golf game. The less complicated drill that reinforces my fundamental chipping swing are best. I found one from Me and My Golf that fits the criteria for a great golf drill. Additionally, I can do this anywhere and do not need to carry extra kit.
Continue readingHit Booming Drives
Watching professional golfers is great fun. The results from the elite players is something that amateurs can only dream about accomplishing. The crisp sound of contact with their driver is pure. I have heard that sound once or twice in my career, but not at the level of a professional golfer. Their amazing results off the tee drive many golfers to spend more time hitting the big stick vice working on their game and lowering their score. That, however, is a discussion for another day. I wonder, how far do amateurs actually hit their drives on a regular basis?
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The Grateful Golfer 