This is for all you golfers out there, you know who you are, those who show up with club in hand and without any warm up practice of any kind tee off and expect a great round. A big no no! If you want to see any improvements you need to put forth the time and effort. And arriving a half hour early for a pre-game warm up certainly makes all the difference. Ever since I adopted this habit I can't imagine playing without a pre-game warm up. It's addictive! Trust me. A good warm up session includes hitting balls for 15-20 minutes. Hit 5-10 balls each with a 9, 7, 5, and a 3 iron, as well as your 3 wood and driver. Always start with the shorter clubs first working your way towards the longer clubs and finish your warm up session with some wedge shots and putting. This not only loosens up your muscles but prepares the mind. Its a simple habit that will add years of enjoyment and injury free golfing to your life! The second type of practice will definitely improve your game. Get out to your favorite driving range and practice once, if possible twice, a week for around 60 mins, never more. Always keeping in mind to practice the shorter clubs first working your way up towards the longer clubs. And remember you can form bad habits while you practice so practice with purpose just as you would while playing. Also, remember the importance of reviewing your past games. This is crucial. When you're out playing a round it's time to enjoy the game - it's not time to be learning. That's what post-game assessment of your weakest areas is for - so you can practice with purpose! A Pro is a Pro because s/he keeps learning. Never stop learning! Dedicated to improving your game. |
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