Despite its reputation as a club sport exclusive to the rich, golf is a sport that anybody can enjoy. You don't need much money or equipment to go from the practice range to the real fairways and greens of a local course. All you need is some ...
Published: 9/29/2009 3:00:16 PM
Many golfers will never be skilled enough to play at the highest levels. But that does not mean they cannot participate in the sport. Or, perhaps a person loves golf and wants to spend time at the course, but cannot afford the fee required to ...
Published: 9/26/2009 3:01:05 AM
When you play golf over many hours, it is possible to forget to stay hydrated. You may lose more fluids than you realize. To prevent dehydration, and quench your thirst, drink plenty of the right liquids.
Published: 9/21/2009 3:01:09 AM
Learning how to putt in golf is equally if not more important than driving or hitting your irons. You need to be able to putt well to finish strong, and hopefully well under par. A few simple steps, along with a lot of practice and patience, will ...
Published: 9/16/2009 3:01:01 AM
A successful putt is one that ends with the ball in the hole, and golfers have found more than one way to achieve that goal. Proper putting isn't a strict matter of adhering to one style while avoiding the others; it's a process of trying ...
Published: 9/13/2009 3:00:57 AM
The Tiger Woods trick shot was brought into the mainstream thanks to a Nike commercial in which he juggles, or bounces, a golf ball on a wedge, does some fancy maneuvers and then hits the ball, swinging almost as if it were a baseball bat. Let's ...
Published: 9/11/2009 3:01:03 AM
Several golfers get their start playing in golf school. Golf is not an easy sport to get down. The equipment is important, but it's especially important the golfer knows what he's doing. As such, a quality golf school is important to find.
Published: 9/8/2009 3:01:05 AM
Your golf swing is the most important aspect of the game. A good swing will determine where your ball lands and how far it will go. Picking the right club, whether it is a hybrid, driver or putter, is only one step in the process of making a ...
Published: 9/5/2009 3:01:03 AM
Golf is a game that anyone can play. No matter your age or physical ability, you can learn to play golf. It is not, however, a game you want to jump right into. You need to make sure you have a basic understanding of the game before you go and ...
Published: 9/5/2009 3:01:00 AM
The driving range is a perfect place to practice your golfing skills and the last place you think would be a dangerous location for something as simple as hitting golf balls. Always practice golf safety and be aware of your surroundings.
Published: 9/3/2009 3:01:07 AM
If you are looking to improve your shot or teach a child how to putt, you can build your own putting green with just a little space in a yard. Building a putting green is not hard to do and does not require a lot of construction knowledge. ...
Published: 9/2/2009 3:01:04 AM
Learning the proper technique for your golf swing is the key to a lifetime of enjoyment playing golf. From time to time, you may see a golfer with an awkward or herky-jerky swing who manages to keep the ball in the fairway and score fairly well. ...
Published: 9/1/2009 3:01:15 AM
The speed of a round of golf depends on the skill of the player, the traffic of the course, the size of the course, the size of the group and the mode of moving around the course. Golfing 18 holes averages around four hours for average players.
Published: 9/1/2009 3:01:10 AM
Golf as a sport has been played since long before the Middle Ages. The history of the game dates back to Roman times when sticks were used to hit small stones. The game evolved during the Middle Ages in Europe and the game as we know it today was ...
Published: 9/1/2009 3:01:09 AM
Golf is a great sport that can be played throughout your life. If your child has expressed an interest in the sport, there are a few facts to consider.
Published: 9/1/2009 3:01:09 AM
The golf handicap system allows players of all levels to play against each other in a fair match. The United States Golf Association (USGA) has developed a system that allows players to play against each other regardless of what tees a player ...
Published: 9/1/2009 3:01:02 AM
The basic golf swing is a simple movement, but somehow we complicate the simplicity of the golf swing by adding too many swing thoughts and mechanics. Basically, your downswing should mirror your backswing, followed by a full finish. There are a ...
Published: 9/1/2009 3:01:02 AM
If you are able to increase the speed you swing a golf club with, you will be able to increase how hard and far you hit the ball. With a little effort, just about any golfer should be able to hit the ball farther. Your regimen should include ...
Published: 8/31/2009 3:01:00 AM
Heat stroke, also known as hyperthermia, is a condition that is life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. It is caused by high temperatures and strenuous activity--both of which golfers are subject to--that raise the core body ...
Published: 8/27/2009 3:01:05 AM
Since most golf courses are not inside and do not have sufficient tree cover to completely block out rays from the sun, sun exposure is a fact of life for many golfers, who can spend as many as 5 or 6 hours in the sun during the course of a ...
Published: 8/27/2009 3:01:02 AM
Exposure to the sun can be a real danger for golfers, who spend an abundant amount of time outside. Given that a round of golf can take four hours or more--and that most golfers also use the putting green or driving range before they tee ...
Published: 8/27/2009 3:01:00 AM
Golf is one of the oldest and most enjoyed games around. People who love golf come in all ages, from toddlers to 90-year-olds.You get to feel the sunshine on your shoulders while completing a challenge and enjoying a day with friends, or at least ...
Published: 8/27/2009 3:00:57 AM
From young to old, people of all ages play golf. Some of them begin swinging a club long before they can ever play a round, while others do not start playing the game until after they are retired and are looking for a way to spend their time. ...
Published: 8/26/2009 3:01:16 AM
A golf handicap is an essential tool that can be used to gauge a golfer's proficiency. It allows fair play between golfers on courses with varying grades of slope and rating. It is suggested by the United States Golf Association (USGA) that a ...
Published: 8/26/2009 3:01:08 AM
The driver is the club that will provide you with a longer shot than wedges, irons or woods. A driver can only be used when teeing off on a hole. You don't necessarily have to use a driver when teeing off, however. Because there are many ...
Published: 8/25/2009 3:11:15 AM
