For many the game of golf brings up painful memories of grass divots, slicing tee shots, and curse words, but the truth is anyone can improve their game with a patience and practice.
Not everyone has the time or the money to spend on golf lessons so focusing on perfecting the following five tips can improve your game so that the next time you hit the links you may not pull all of your hair out.
1.
Keep a loose grip on the club.
One of the easiest ways to slice the ball is to squeeze the club handle too tight.
The club is your friend.
Not someone you want to strangle to death.
2.
Slow down your swing.
Everyone wants to hit the ball a million miles, but developing a nice swing takes execution.
Start by swinging slowly and hitting the ball straight.
Just remind yourself that you do not hit the ball on the backswing.
Slowly build up your club speed to where you feel comfortable, but not completely maxing out your power.
When you become confident in your swing you bring your full strength to it.
3.
Become comfortable with your different clubs.
Practice using as many as you can.
Having a good idea of how far you can hit the ball with each club can shave a few strokes off your game.
In addition by practicing with multiple clubs it makes your game more adaptable.
4.
Finish your swing.
Don't focus on just whacking the ball, but on how your hands, hips, head, and feet will end up at the conclusion of the swing.
5.
Have fun.
The power of positive thinking can never be underestimated.
The reason you're playing golf is for enjoyment not grief.
So as they say, just go out there and do it.