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Developing A Pre Shot Routine - By: WebMaster, Posted on: 2006-10-17
This next tip tends to get beginners nodding off with boredom --
but it's one of the most important things you can do to develop a
consistent swing...
Develop a "Pre-Shot Routine".
Yawn.
Okay... so you may not see fireworks with this tip -- but ALL
professional golfers have developed their own personal pre-shot
routine. Here's why it's important.
When it comes to taking a shot -- there's two kinds of
high-handicapped golfers.
1.) The Quick Shot, and...
2.) The No Shot
The "Quick Shot" races up to his ball, jumps out of the cart (club
in hand) and takes a whack at the ball. If he duffs it, he runs
over to the ball again and takes another whack. And on and on.
The "Quick Shot's" score will rival the July temperature of Death
Valley.
On the other hand the "No Shot" carefully chooses a club... stands
back to look at the ball... addresses the ball... then carefully
proceeds to stare down the ball. And he stares. And stares. He
checks his target...then carefully adjusts his grip... then directs
his stare back at the ball. And he stares some more. Then something
doesn't quite "feel" right -- a slight wind gust, a dog barking, or
perhaps a distant leaf has hit the ground. So he backs away from
the ball and starts the whole process over again.
The "no shot" is the most likely to be killed right on the course by
fellow golfers.
The key is to develop a consistant pre-shot routine that breaks
down into 3-4 simple parts. Use the same routine on EVERY shot
(even on the driving range) to force your swing to become more
automatic... repeatable...and amazingly consistant. Here's what
you'll need to do:
1. Walk into the shot from behind -align with the target...
2. Place club behind ball - take your grip...
3. Take a look at the target...
4. Waggle once or twice, then pull the trigger!
When you see where your ball lands, immediately begin to analyze
your next shot. Do not waste your time fretting about mistakes...
trying to fix your swing on the course (do that on the driving
range). Instead focus completely on your next shot and a consistant
pre-shot routine.
Your game will quickly become more solid and a lot more fun!
If you'd like to learn more about building rock-solid consistancy
to your swing, then you need to check out:
http://clicks.aweber.com/z/ct/?2mJ_bxUdbHHJvQUAi8qqHg
Til next time... for better golf...
Doc O'Leary
Head Golf Nut, OHP
PRACTICE A PRE SHOT ROUTINE AT THE RANGE - By: WebMaster, Posted on: 2006-10-02
Your pre-shot routine must be practiced until it is second nature. Determine your optimum target area, and the correct distance from the tee. Taking into account all these factors hazards, water, bunkers, trees, heavy rough, out of bounds. Wind direction from behind, wind against, swirling. Is the fairway narrow or wide? Does it dog leg right or left? Where are the Fairway Bunkers?
Now select the correct club, you should know the distance with your metal three wood, on average 200 yards, driver 220-230 yards depending on the wind and ball selection.
Between the tee blocks select precisely where to place your tee, it needs to be positioned to give you a direct line to your target. Your tee MUST to be the correct height, so the ball is level with the sweet spot on your club.
Now step back behind the ball line it up with the target, the logo on the ball can be adjusted like a rifle sight to point to the target. Step back behind the ball check the target line. Maybe select an old divot a short distance ahead which is in line with your target, aim to hit the ball over this marker. Take a relaxed practice swing. Step up to the ball. Arms and club stretched out in front of you, slowly bend fore-ward from the hips until the club touches the ground behind the ball. Take your stance the width of your shoulders. Feet aligned slightly left of the target, check your grip, do not grip the club too tight. Pressure =same as squeezing a tube of tooth past you are now ready to take the shot. Take one last look at the target, deep breath relax no tension in the arms, just think rhythm and timing, keep your eyes fixed on the ball. Do NOT freeze over the ball waggle the club, push back low a smooth with the left arm your upper body starting to turn, DO not sway back, only the upper body turning (SET IT LOSE MOTHER GOOSE). That is your tempo. Pull down with the left arm in control keep your head down eye fix on the ball hit right through the ball the club staying low and in line with the target.
Key objective to teach your mind and body to synchronize Maintain balance, smooth transfer of weight from right to left follow though, DO NOT LOOK UP UNTIL THE BALL HAS GONE.
Once you have swing which smooth natural and you can repeat it Every time then will be a single handicap golfer.
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