Looking Beyond The Tip
Golf is not just about looking at the best golf club tip in
town. There are also other factors that you should consider.
Stay relaxed
One of things that you should remember is so easy and simple to
do but ironically, most golfers forget it. It is to relax.
Although of course, for many people, relaxing is easier said
than done, especially on the first round, since it brings
intense pressure. This additional pressure will increase the
heart rate of your body and will diminish your chances of having
a great tee shot.
Focus on the breathing that you have before you go straight
hitting the ball off. A few deep, long breaths would do the
trick. The key point here is you should have the main focus on
your shot.
Your wrists should not be used
When you are to hit your drive, it is of paramount importance to
remember that your wrists and hands are not the ones giving you
enough power you need in driving the ball. The power you need
should come from your shoulders in your back swing, when you are
winding the body up while you prepare for your down swing.
Any wrist movement could lead to inconsistent ball striking,
leading to an inconsistent trajectory of the ball. Keep the
wrists straight, and you will see how your drive has become more
and more consistent and accurate.
In order for you to realize, visualize
Before you really hit the shot, stand some few feet, maybe about
two to three feet, behind the golf ball and try to visualize how
the ball would take the flight path you want. Visualize how the
ball is going to take off, "watch" it in air and its landing
place. This will dramatically increase the chances you have in
putting the golf ball in the exact place where you prefer it.
Prepare what you need to prepare
Before you go straight hitting your target, make sure first that
you have spent some hours practicing to get a sense of how to
sing. Do not strike your first drive without you warming up. If
you have no time anymore for hitting some practice balls, spend
at least five minutes to warm up. Before you step on to the tee,
make sure you have spent some time on the practice range, to get
into the feeling of the swing. Never, ever, hit your first drive
without warming up. Do some exercises. This will give you a more
relaxed and flexible feeling.