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Joined EzineArticles on May 9, 2008 How to Putt on Uphill and Downhill Lies
Recreation and Sports: Golf • Published: November 28, 2009
If you are losing strokes by not properly reading greens for uphill and downhill lies then a better understanding of how to approach these shots could definitely benefit your game. This article gives a brief explanation on how to easily read the green and a simplified approach for playing these shots.
How to Putt Consistently With a Setup Routine
Recreation and Sports: Golf • Published: November 28, 2009
An easy way to improve your putting game is to follow a setup routine before every putt. All professional golfers have a setup routine that they implement religiously before every putt because it is the most objective means of being assured that they have considered all the data available in order to make a sound decision.
How to Putt With the Reverse Overlap Putting Grip
Recreation and Sports: Golf • Published: October 30, 2009
Learning how to putt starts with a grip that is fundamentally sound and one that feels natural for you. If you are experiencing problems with your putting game then a grip change maybe what you need.
A Golf Putting Drill That Will Help You With the Correct Length of Your Stroke
Recreation and Sports: Golf • Published: October 30, 2009
If you are experiencing a problem with controlling the distance with your putts, I have an excellent golf putting drill for you to try that may correct the problem. To begin with you need to understand that the proper way to control the distance of your putts is with the length of your putting stroke. So often the average golfer will take a short back swing and then apply a lot of force quickly to gain the momentum and speed he or she is trying to achieve. This is exactly what not to do and you will never be able to consistently get the correct distance on your putts.
Five Golf Putting Drills Used by Professional Golfers
Recreation and Sports: Golf • Published: October 27, 2009
By incorporating these 5 golf putting drills into your practice routine you will significantly improve on your putting fundamentals and develop a high level of self confidence. The purpose of golf putting drills are to become consistent with your game in terms of getting the correct distance and accuracy with your putts. In order to achieve this you need to develop a high level of confidence and know that your putting fundamentals are sound. Ultimately this takes a great deal of practice and patience.
Four Important Reasons to Practice Golf Putting Drills
Recreation and Sports: Golf • Published: October 27, 2009
Nothing can ruin a round of golf more then playing well off the tee and fairway but ending with a lousy score because of the number of missed putts. The average golfer simply does not spend nearly enough of his or her time practicing golf putting drills.
Use One Basic Golf Swing to Develop Consistency in Your Game
Recreation and Sports: Golf • Published: August 2, 2009
A common misconception with many weekend golfers is that there are different golf swing fundamentals depending on which club they are using. This is simply not the case and in order to play consistent golf you should use only one golf swing for every club other than for putting and chipping.
10 Simple Steps to a Proper Golf Setup Routine
Recreation and Sports: Golf • Published: July 30, 2009
A proper setup routine is absolutely essential if you want to be consistent and make a solid golf swing. It lays the foundation for your golf swing and is probably one of the easiest aspects of the game to master.
Golf Practice Drills Used by Professional Golfers
Recreation and Sports: Golf • Published: July 22, 2009
Golf drills are a great way to fine tune your swing and loosen up before a game. They will also help you reduce stress and play more relaxed.
Are You Losing Strokes by Not Implementing These 15 Basic Putting Fundamentals?
Recreation and Sports: Golf • Published: July 20, 2009
Putting is the most vital aspect within the game of golf and no professional has ever won a major tournament putting poorly. There is nothing more frustrating than playing a decent round of golf only to end the day with a lousy score because of the number of missed putts.
Golf Aim and Alignment Fundamentals That Will Shave Strokes Off Your Score
Recreation and Sports: Golf • Published: July 9, 2009
How a golfer lines up their shot will definitely determine where the ball will go. How many times have you made a great shot, hitting the ball perfectly, only to realize that you've missed your target because you were not aiming in the right direction. Proper aim and alignment are things you can control and take unnecessary stokes off your score.
Basics of a Proper Golf Grip
Recreation and Sports: Golf • Published: March 19, 2009
A good golf swing begins with a proper golf grip and as result you will never play up to your potential without it. Making a change to your grip maybe one of the hardest adjustments to make, but it is the most important. To begin with open your left hand and lay the club diagonally across your palm.