Golf is not just a game of givens and standards. There are no absolutes. Most players will use their drivers on a long par four or a par five in order to get the most distance. However, some players don't like their drivers and will use an iron. ...
Published: 8/3/2009 3:00:57 AM
Joe Ogilvie is a professional golfer on the PGA Tour. He played golf at Duke University and turned professional in 1996. Ogilvie was born on April 8, 1974 in Lancaster, Ohio.
Published: 8/5/2009 3:00:56 AM
Professional golfer Kevin Stadler was born in Reno, Nevada, on Feb. 5, 1980. He tuned pro in 2002 after playing college golf at the University of Southern California. Stadler was named the Pac-10 Player of the Year in 2002 after leading his team ...
Published: 8/6/2009 3:01:08 AM
For years, the professional golf tour in the United States was dominated by Americans, but with prize money growing exponentially, and with the expansion of the tour in general, more foreigners are playing there than ever before. One of them, ...
Published: 8/7/2009 3:01:00 AM
Learning how to hit your driver is instrumental to your success in golf. If you can hit the biggest club in your bag successfully, you will hit the ball for distance and give yourself a chance to put a good score on the card every day. You will ...
Published: 8/22/2009 3:05:10 AM
One of the most appealing aspects to the game of golf is that each shot you take is different. The technique for swinging the club will vary from one shot to the next, and for a player to become a confident and competent golfer, he must master ...
Published: 8/12/2009 3:00:54 AM
Finding an activity you enjoy and can stick with in the long term can be difficult. In fact, boredom is one reason people give up on their workouts soon after they start. While playing golf may be an all-time favorite activity, finding additional ...
Published: 8/20/2009 3:09:19 PM
You've got your shoes on and golf cart lined up. Lifting your clubs into the cart generates a feeling of discomfort that you disregard in your hurry to the first hole. You didn't warm up before the first hole, nor did you stretch your unused ...
Published: 8/20/2009 3:09:24 PM
When you're looking to improve your golf game, you might consider an exercise plan in addition to taking lessons, but the options can be overwhelming. Spend time developing a plan so you can approach exercise knowing that it will pay off on the ...
Published: 8/20/2009 3:09:43 PM
A pulled muscle is a common injury that happens in sports, but also in everyday life. It occurs when the muscle fiber begins to tear and is stretched too far. There are three grades of pulled muscles: the first may just be mild discomfort, the ...
Published: 8/20/2009 3:10:07 PM
Taking proper care of the golf course is the responsibility of every golfer. When you hit a shot onto the green it normally makes a ball mark. If fixed properly, a ball mark can heal in 24 hours. A ball mark left unfixed can take up to one week ...
Published: 8/20/2009 3:10:12 PM
The many strange-sounding terms that golfers throw around can confuse the player new to the sport. Scoring terms in particular will puzzle the novice unless she takes the time to find out what they mean. Players first need to understand "par" and ...
Published: 8/20/2009 3:10:23 PM
Technically, you should never diagnose your own injuries. Only a doctor can properly diagnose a rotator cuff injury. That said, rotator cuff injuries are very common among golfers, so it is important that every golfer have some understanding of ...
Published: 8/20/2009 3:10:50 PM
Your golf swing will determine the success of your game. There are several tips to help improve your swing, subsequently improving your score. The golf swing should never be underestimated. A swing can be adjusted throughout the course of a game, ...
Published: 8/20/2009 3:11:04 PM
Learning how to grip a golf club consistently is similar to developing your own signature. There are several ways to grip the club, but once you have found one that is comfortable, you are likely to stick with that throughout your golf career.
Published: 8/20/2009 3:11:08 PM
Learning to grip a club correctly is not enough to make you a good golfer. However, one thing is certain: If you grip the club the wrong way you won't become a competent golfer. There are three basic ways to grip a golf club; each has its advantages.
Published: 8/20/2009 3:11:13 PM
Golf has grown in popularity in the last decade thanks mostly to Tiger Woods and his efforts to reach young golfers all over the world. Anyone can start the game at any age, and all you need to get started is some good advice about the golf ...
Published: 8/20/2009 3:11:19 PM
Between the pressures of work, the commitment of maintaining relationships and raising children, many men don't make keeping in shape a high priority. Yet, staying fit is important to your current and long-term well-being. A successful fitness ...
Published: 8/20/2009 3:11:45 PM
The most common stroke of a beginning golfer is to slice his ball. A slice is a term used in golf mechanics to explain the trajectory of a ball when hit in a fashion to cause it to turn away from a straight line. Professional golfers use this ...
Published: 8/21/2009 3:01:27 AM
You don't need to join a gym to be active and in shape. Everyday life offers plenty of opportunities to incorporate physical movement into your routine. Because both diet and exercise are important to maintaining good health, the key is to find a ...
Published: 7/30/2009 3:00:56 AM
Summer provides plenty of opportunities to exercise outdoors. Not only is this a good chance to mix up your exercise routine and avoid boredom, but it also provides variety that challenges muscles and increases performance.
Published: 7/31/2009 3:00:53 AM
Fitness is a lot more than just working out at the gym. For those with a busy schedule or a tight budget, there are many ways to incorporate exercise into everyday life. Whether you have a short-term goal or just wish to lead a more active ...
Published: 7/31/2009 3:00:54 AM
If all you have available is 10 minutes a day, or blocks of 10 minutes throughout the day, you can still get fit and be healthier. In fact, experts believe that three blocks of 10 minutes done throughout the day is the same as 30 minutes of ...
Published: 8/1/2009 3:00:54 AM
Measuring the length of golf clubs can be beneficial if you are hoping to purchase customized golf clubs. You may also need to measure the clubs to ensure that they are regulation length for an upcoming tournament or event. It is important to ...
Published: 8/1/2009 3:00:54 AM
Learning the basics of the golf swing is something that takes most golfers at least a couple of years. Some outstanding athletes with great hand-eye coordination can learn the basics in a few months, while many golfers struggle for years. One of ...
Published: 8/1/2009 3:00:56 AM
