Saturday, February 25, 2012

Changing the Awkward Shots into Possibilities

By Huan Dupont


For people like us golfers, this is something that happens to us more often than we want. I'm sure you are aware what I'm talking about. Shots that throw you off balance or aren't as simple as instruction videos or professionals make them look. Here are some best ways to overcome the awkward shots.

When you have an awkward shot to make, think about how you can swing, keep your balance, and keep from moving your head. Then imagine the line your club travels along.

Prior to setting up your shot, consider where the club head needs to travel for the greatest distance in a straight line. Keep in mind that the ball makes contact with the club head for several inches. After you make a few practice swings, you will be able to see what relationship your feet will have with the line and then you can determine your stance.

It is imperative to avoid swaying when you're about to hit the ball. Right before you swing, see if there's any trouble keeping balance. If there is, then you have to keep shifting until you find a comfortable position where there's no tension in your swing. Freedom in your muscles and mind is what you are searching for to ensure that you can swing smoothly. If you're restless when you address the ball, you will not be able to focus on the ball. Make sure to keep your feet still.

Make sure that you can see the ball from the beginning to the end of your swing. Even when it's a difficult shot, don't lose focus on the ball. This will help you hit the ball cleanly and solidly.

You might want to keep your eye on the ball, so that your swing will be free from faults and the ball will be hit correctly as well. If you can keep your head still for the entire swing until the club head hits the ball, your swing will definitely improve. Then if you have an awkward shot, you will still be able to hit it confidently and with assurance.

Bad or difficult weather can make any shot more challenging. When the wind is blowing, you need to keep your feet closer together. It's normal to think that you just have to hit the ball harder but the wind makes it even more important that you hit the ball properly.

The more awkward the shot, the more you need your muscles to be relaxed enough to make the shot. Here is a tip. The shorter the shot that you need to make, the closer your feet should be brought together. Hit the ball true, instead of with all of your strength to keep it from bouncing away and reducing the distance that it travels.

Awkward and difficult shots are things that every golfer needs to take care of. Once you know how to handle them, you will subsequently be much more confident and still be enjoying a lower golf score!




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