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Pitch Shot Golf Tips from George Gankas

May 1, 2019

Pitch Shot Golf Tips

George Gankas golf theory assists golfers from around the world through the GG Swing Method.

While many players recognize GG’s contributions to developing well composed golf swings that deliver expanded depth and accuracy, George Ganaks golf lessons also provide insight into calculated short game strategies that lead to reduced handicaps in golfers of all skill sets.

Developing a strong pitch shot requires that golfers optimize several elements of their short game golf strategies in order to make the most of their shot.

This begins with choosing the correct golf club for the shot.

A pitching wedge can be best utilized to achieve the perfect pitch shot in situations where the golfer has an expanded amount of green available for play.

When pitching shots under golf course circumstances that require an increased amount of roll after impact, gap wedges are the most efficient golf club to obtain the ideal pitch shot.

Larger course obstacles can dictate that a lob or sand wedge be used in order to deliver the desired results otherwise unattainable with a pitching wedge or gap wedge.

When deciding which golf club to use during our pitch shots, golfers must ask themselves how deep the golf ball needs to travel in order to reach then green and how to best ensure that the golf ball lands as close to the hole as possible.

Setting up the ideal pitch shots requires consistency above all else, as golfers that address the golf ball slightly more forward than normal have found. Our desired flight path can be easily achieved by simply maintaining a high level of consistent motion in our pitching setup.

Keeping all of our motion in an open swing position allows the clubface to be pointing just right of our desired target, with our shoulders, hips, and feet aligned left of the target as a result.

As our body opens up in our swing, our clubhead also opens itself upon impact with the golf ball, providing the correct level of loft needed to secure ample flight path to pitch the golf ball onto the green.

 

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How to Putt With the Reverse Overlap Putting Grip

May 1, 2019

Reverse Overlap Putting Grip

Learning how to putt begin with the putting grip. If you are experiencing problems with your putting game then a grip change maybe what you need. Although there are a variety of putting grip styles used today by both professionals and amateurs alike the most popular is the reverse overlap grip. I believe this grip is the most fundamentally solid of the choices available and would highly recommend it to new golfers.

To form the Reverse Overlap Grip:

(1) Begin by placing both hands on the club so they are facing each other and then move your right hand down the shaft roughly three inches.
(2) The putter should lay below the back pad of your left hand.
(3) The back side of your hands should be parallel to each other.
(4) Extend your right thumb down the shaft to a little below the right index finger.
(5) Your left thumb will also point down the club and slip into the palm of the right hand.
(6) Now position your left middle finger so it overlaps the little finger of your right hand.
(7) Finally take your left index finger and lay it across the tops of your right hand ring, middle and index fingers.

The benefit of this grip style is that it forms a solid unity to your hands, The hands are positioned very close together which enables them to work as a complete unit. Although this grip style will not eliminate your wrists from flexing, it does help prevent either one of your hands from becoming to dominating.

In terms of putting grip pressure the lighter you are able to grip the club the better. With applying lighter grip pressure you will have less tension and have a better feel of the club face. Basically you should apply just enough pressure to maintain control. On the practice green experiment with different pressure levels to find which one suits you the best. On a final note, whatever grip pressure you do use you should maintain that pressure evenly out your swing.

Professional golfers do use different grips in putting and periodically will make a change in their grip. However when they do make a change they have a clear understanding of the new grip style and that it will take them time to fully adapt to the change. Likewise, if you decide to make a change realize it takes plenty of time until you can feel comfortable and realize the benefits.

Source by John Paolino

Is Your Golf Course Management Up to Par?

April 30, 2019

Golf course management is essential to your success as a golfer. Do you know what separates the great players from the good players? It is course management! While you may not be able to hit the ball like a pro or putt like a pro, you can learn to think your way around the golf course like a pro. Here I am going to give you 3 tips on how you can manage your game better.

1. First and foremost you need to realize the number one mistake that many golfers make is that we all tend to not take enough club. By this I mean that most golfers, especially men try to hit the ball hard and think they can hit their clubs further than they really can. I know for the longest time I tried to hit my 9 iron 150 yards on every shot, and then I realized that I have much more control from that distance with an 8 iron. The point is that in most circumstances it is better to hit too much club than not enough.

2. Another thing that many golfers do is try to get too close to the greens on a par 5. This may sound weird but what you need to do is lay up to a yardage that is comfortable to you. If this means laying up to 60 yards or 80 yards then that is what you should try to do. Most professional golfers tend to lay up at around the 100 yard marker because this gives them a full sand wedge to the green. This is a great way to improve your golf course management.

3. Last but not least you must remember that every golfer has weaknesses, but you must play to your strengths. Every successful golfer at every level does this. If you have trouble with your driver, then hit 3 wood off of the tee, if you have trouble with hitting your wedge then try to hit bump and run 8 iron shots around the greens.

Golf course management is crucial to your success, so to maximize your potential make sure you do not neglect this vital part of your game.

Source by Matthew Lord

Working on Your Golf Swing vs. How You Play the Game!

April 30, 2019

Don’t just play golf. Understand it.

Your Golf Swing vs. How You Play the Game

 

I recently played in the Southwest PGA Senior Open. I was hitting the ball great, but it didn’t translate on my scorecard. This reminded me of a few lessons I’ve shared over the years.

1. Remember that your score is not necessarily a reflection of who you are as a player. Use your experiences on the course to learn and improve.

2. Playing the game and working on your golf swing are two entirely different things.

Here’s a great conversation I had with Brendon DeVore @bebettergolf, talking about this very subject. It’s part of a 6-Part Golf Talk Series you can watch at malaskagolf.com.

 

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Golf Fitness: Golf Exercises and Workout With 8 Pound PowerBall

April 30, 2019

Golf Exercises And Workout With 8 Pound PowerBall

GolfGym creator, Ken Pierce, takes you through a workout using the GolfGym eight pound double handled PowerBall. In the workout, you will perform exercises specifically designed to strengthen and stretch the muscles in your shoulders, core and legs which will help with your golf swing performance. This workout is also designed with some high intensity to get your heart rate up and bring plenty of air into your lungs.

The eight pound PowerBall has been designed with the best feeling handles or grips of any ball on the market today. You can get your hands on the inside with comfort and on the outside for a firm grip. The Power Ball is available at:

These exercises, if done 3 – 4 times a week will also help with balance and load. While performing the movements, it is important to stay in balance. In the golf swing, balance is critical to better performance and stability.

Golf fitness is very important to professional golfers on the PGA Tour, the Web.com Tour, The Champions Tour, the LPGA Tour and the European Tour. Professional Golfers are becoming more fit and hitting the golf ball much farther than ever before. Of course the golf equipment has improved dramatically, but the body still needs to swing the club, and with a fit body, the result is more distance and power.

Try this workout with the eight PowerBall to help with developing strength, flexibility, power, more rotation in your golf swing and with overall better health.

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