From time to time I have a challenge with my golf swing. It suddenly shows up mostly because I forget to stay focused. I feel like I am all over the place and no matter what I try I cannot get comfortable over the ball. It is a failing of mine, but over the years of struggling, I found a solution that works for my game. Sometimes I can regain my swing quickly and others it takes a few holes. Regardless, I can reset my swing but there is one thing that I have to do first and it is a must!
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How To Recover From A Shank In Golf
The other day during my match I shanked a ball. Yup, both Misha and I were surprised. Actually, I was shocked! I rarely hit the ball that poorly (maybe twice a year), but it does occur when I least expect it. Physically, I recovered on my next shot, but mentally I was a bit disturbed for until the next tee. My mistake opened the door for Misha to take a commanding lead in the match and he was there to bounce as I would have done if the shoe was on the other foot. Regardless of the match results, recovering from a shank can be difficult, but manageable and here is how.
Continue readingWhat Causes Hitting The Ground Behind The Golf Ball
Every golfer I know has experienced the frustrating result of hitting the ground first before their intended target of the golf ball. Sometimes the mishit is less than and inch and other times it is a few inches. This universal challenge had me wondering if there is one single reason for the mishit or is it an accumulation of many factors? As an amateur, this is a valid question because it will shape the ‘correction plan’ to eliminate hitting the ground first before their golf ball.
Continue readingFeeling A Golf Shot in My Left Arm
During the cooler temperatures, any miss hit can be felt throughout your body. In my case, the first indication that I hit the ball fat is a vibration that rides up my left arm and into my shoulder. It is not painful (most of the time), but it is obvious that I missed my mark. When this happens, I often wonder if I should react immediately or wait for a few more swings. Before reading on, what would you normally do?
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The Grateful Golfer 