| Like anything, practice makes perfect... and golf is no | | | | some flaws in your swing. |
| exception. Improper form, breeds improper practice, | | | | Mentally Prepare Yourself |
| and gets you into bad habits that will be hard to | | | | - You must have the proper mental attitude when |
| break down the road. Golf swing instruction has been | | | | you play a round of golf. "Triggers" are an important |
| a great "deliverance" for thousands of golfers on the | | | | part of the game... before each shot, you must get |
| planet. And don't think that pros have never had | | | | into "the zone." Whether is a deep breath, or a tap |
| professional golf swing instructors before... how do | | | | of your club on the ground, it must be something |
| you think they got to be so good? | | | | that relaxes you and prepares you for the shot. You |
| There are no magic bullets that will immediately get | | | | must condition your brain to concentrate on your |
| you swinging like a pro, but dedicated practice (with | | | | shots and be able to block out any distractions. Make |
| the proper form) can certainly increase your | | | | up your own trigger, and start utilizing it on every |
| accuracy. Have you ever worked in an environment | | | | shot... even the ones on the driving range. |
| that was repetitive? I used to work in a factory | | | | Take A Few Professional Lessons |
| during the summer months between college | | | | - After learning the proper swing mechanics from a |
| semesters, and did the exact same thing for 8 hours | | | | book or the internet, and incorporating a trigger into |
| in a row. At first, it was difficult to find a rhythm, and | | | | you shots, you will be ready to get some |
| I wasn't as productive as most of my coworkers. | | | | professional assistance. Golf pro's can help you with |
| But after a couple of weeks, I became used to the | | | | the problem areas in your swing. It will feel "different" |
| repetitive motion, and started to work much more | | | | at first (just like the factory example), but over time, |
| efficiently. | | | | you will grow used to the changes, and will start to |
| The point is, is that I was slow and unproductive at | | | | see the benefits in your future shots. Be sure to |
| first in that particular job. After I "learned the ropes," | | | | take some notes during and after your lesson, and |
| I could practically do the job with my eyes closed | | | | keep them tucked away in your golf bag. When you |
| because I watched my co-workers, and learned a | | | | are practicing on the range, don't hesitate to pull |
| "rhythm" that brought me up to the same level as | | | | them out and reference the information you learned |
| everyone else in the factory. | | | | should you happen to find yourself in a rut. |
| This same principle can be applied to the game of | | | | Proper golf swing instruction is a valuable way to |
| golf... | | | | start hitting better golf shots if you are serious about |
| Practicing your game with the proper "repetitive | | | | becoming a better golfer. If you want to improve |
| motion" will allow you to train your brain, feel the | | | | your game, and realize that you have formed some |
| proper "rhythm," and help you identify problem areas | | | | bad habits, then it is time to seek professional |
| in your swing later on. | | | | assistance. Breaking those bad habits is the first step |
| Here is what you need to do: | | | | to your success. |
| 1. Learn Proper Swing Mechanics | | | | Implementing the golf swing instruction tips that you |
| - Researching the proper golf swing in golf swing | | | | learn from a professional (or even the local "ace" at |
| instruction books at your local library or on the | | | | you country club who may be willing to help you out) |
| internet is a great way to start. You will be amazed | | | | is an invaluable asset to your game. A few simple tips |
| at how much you can learn when you finally sit down | | | | won't take that long to learn, and will give you great |
| and read about "the perfect golf swing." This should | | | | satisfaction in knowing that you have tried to better |
| only take a few minutes to do, and as soon as you | | | | yourself and your game. |
| read the material, you will probably start to realize | | | | |