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Published:
March 6, 2012

Golf All-in-One For Dummies

Overview

The fun way to get a grip on every aspect of golf

Golf is a popular spectator sport, but for those who play it's a great source of low impact cardiovascular, strength, and aerobic exercise. In addition, golf is by nature a social game that provides the opportunity to meet new people. Golf All-In-One For Dummies shows you not only how to get the most physical benefit from a round of golf, but also the tools you need to truly enjoy the game.

From perfecting your swing to avoiding injuries, the proven techniques presented in this book give you everything you need to have the time of your life every time you hit the links.

  • The basics of golf
  • Details on the latest golf equipment and technology
  • Tips on how to improve the short game, including putting, chipping, and getting out of tough spots
  • Rules and etiquette that every golfer needs to know
  • Plans for keeping fit and designing workouts to improve your game
  • Mental tricks and exercises to help you succeed
  • Tips on grips, stances, and swings
  • New tips from top players on how to improve your game
  • Great new courses, tournaments, players who have changed the game, and a review of golf's greatest moments

Whether you already have some golf experience or are completely new to the game, Golf All-In-One For Dummies will have you playing like a pro in no time.

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The best way to improve your golf game is to practice. Two common obstacles to practicing golf are finding the time to take some golf swings and overcoming the boredom of repetition. Never fear. A few simple strategies can help you carve out a few minutes each day to work on your golf game and make practice more interesting.

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A practice schedule can help motivate golfers to adhere to practice—and thereby improve their golf games. Golf practice is important because the sport requires skills that don't come naturally to most people. Here's a sample practice schedule to guide you in crafting one that fits into your own busy life: Monday: Health-club workout (1 hour); putt on rug (15 minutes).
Putting practice certainly sharpens a golfer's skills, but all that practice can become boring. Incorporate skill games into putting practice to keep it fresh. Golfers can fine-tune their skills alone or with another player during these practice drills, which are disguised as challenge games: Horse-ing around Saddle up for a game of Horse by following these steps to practice putting: You and an opponent take one golf ball each to the practice green.
The best way to improve your golf game is to practice. Two common obstacles to practicing golf are finding the time to take some golf swings and overcoming the boredom of repetition. Never fear. A few simple strategies can help you carve out a few minutes each day to work on your golf game and make practice more interesting.
A warm-up up at the golf course isn't the same as a golf practice session. Warming up includes stretching, getting a feel for the golf club, making ball contact, and building confidence; it takes place 30 to 40 minutes before you hit the first tee. Here's a sample warm-up plan. Preferred Preround Warm-Up (40 Minutes) Time (Minutes) Location Activity 5 Putting/chipping green Brief stretching/putts 5 Putting/chipping green chipping 5 Driving range Warm-up stretching 5 Driving range Wedge shots 5 Driving range Hitting with your favorite club 5 Driving range Hitting the driver 5 Putting/chipping green Putts 1st tee Swing away!
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