The Golf Swinger Doctor

Updated: October 1, 2024

There’s no difference whether you just started playing golf yesterday or if you’ve played on the PGA tour. Regardless of your skill level, find new ways to improve your golf game. Read this article before you get ready to tee off, as it will give you some tips which could change your game significantly.

Don’t use a golf cart to go from one hole to another. Walk instead. This only adds to the amount of calories you burn, and will leave you feeling great by the end of the round. Walking will also keep your muscles loose and warmed up, leaving you ready for every shot as you take it.

If you are a beginning golfer, learn how to grip the golf club properly. Avoid the urge to squeeze the club as tightly as possible when hitting the ball. Instead, the club should be held loosely in the fingers. Hold the club as if you are holding a bird.

Sweet Spot

Each golf club in existence has it’s own “sweet spot.” When you hit your ball squarely with the sweet spot on the face of the club, your ball takes off with perfect accuracy. Regular and consistent practice with each club in your bag will show you their individual sweet spots over time. Once you know them, always remember to contact your ball with the sweet spot at the farthest reach of your swing.

Always stay focused on the next shot. You should not be distracted by the previous shot or anything else going on around you. Fretting about mistakes will affect your swing; just forget about them and move on.

While putting, use your left hand to guide the ball by making sure it is slightly in front of the ball. If you can keep your hands in this position through the putt, it increases your chances for a smooth roll every time. The ball will not jump off when contact occurs and you will be able to hold your stroke more efficiently.

When faced with a long putt, concentrate on how fast you will hit the ball. Try to hit a target in between your current location and the hole, rather than trying to get the ball in the hole using only one shot. You will be more likely to get a second short putt if you control the length of your first one.

To really get a powerful swing going, you need to utilize the muscles in your whole body, especially the legs and trunk. You should draw great power through your legs as you whip your body while you swing through.

Now that you have taken the initiative to learn something new about the sport of golf, you can impress your golfing buddies (or that gorgeous pro shop attendant) with the information you’ve just picked up. Look for new ways to apply these skills to your current game, to make the game even more challenging and engaging.