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How to fix a golf slice is a question that many average golfers will ask or think about. If I had a dollar for every time I either asked or thought about this question, Tiger Woods would have less money than I would have. Needless to say, it was on my mind quite often.

Why do we as average golfers slice the ball. Here is the million dollar question because everybody slices for different reasons. I had several different reasons why I sliced the ball and it wasn’t until I got so fed up my golf game that I finally broke down and got help. It was either get help or quit and I wanted to have fun again. Here is a nine step approach that will have you playing better today.

1. Alignment is key to where you are hitting the ball. If you are turned to the right, I bet you are going to hit it right. Also, do not compensate for your slice and aim left, doing this will hurt your distance and will not fix the problem.

2. During setup have a slight bend in the knees, the key to a smooth and powerful swing is relaxation and not being too tense and rigid.

3. Keep your feet about shoulder width apart. Having a good secure base will help you transfer your weight easier when you transition to the down swing.

4. Line up the ball on the inside of your lead foot. I know what your thinking, this is all stuff I already know. Well sometimes to fix a problem it is best to go back to the basics so bare with me. One thing that I tried that did not work was positioning the ball in front of the lead foot. it will not correct the slice trust me on that.

5. Tip the face of the club in a bit at setup and through the impact zone. One of the main reasons why golfers slice is a propensity to open the club face at impact. Tipping the club face in a bit will certainly help.

6. Here is a tip that shaved seven strokes off my game immediately. Loosen your grip on the club. My hands used to be killing me by the end of my round because I was gripping the club way too tight.

7. At all times you have to keep your eye on the ball. Stop looking up to see how far you think you hit the ball. When you do this the instances of miss hits will go up.

8. Clear your mind and relax before you swing. As Frank Costanza once said “serenity now” Relaxation is one of the best ways to improve your score.

Keep these eight things in mind and you will start playing better golf today. To really fix your swing however, you need to learn the proper swing mechanics like I did. It will take time and patience on your part but if you make the commitment you will get better.

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Converting Is Your Priority

You are at the short game practice area.  You decide to practice chip shots using a 7 iron.  You hit the first chip shot and the ball ends up 6 feet short of the hole.  After adjustments, you hit the second chip shot and the ball ends up 6 feet past the hole.  Chip shot 3 is very close to the hole.  Chip shot number 4 ends up 5 feet short of the hole.  Another adjustment and chips shots 5 and 6 end up within 2 feet of the hole.  After the sixth shot you move on to other shots.

Question:  How effective is this type of practice?

Answer:  Not as effective as learning how to convert your chip shots in practice. 

The form of practice described above is essential to learning the  mechanics of  the chip and developing feel and judgment.  While feel and judgment are  important in all aspects  of golf, your ability to convert shots is much more significant.

The reason is that developing feel and judgment keep you in mechanical mode.  In this mode you focus on technique, solid contact, trajectory, distance, and feel.  All of these are important to your development as a golfer.  In order to develop into a great player, you have to leverage these skills by using them to convert attempts into successful conversions.

You Must Practice With  A Conversion Mindset

The conversion mindset is developed by picking very specific targets, hitting a shot, and then attempting the conversion.  In the case of pitch, sand, and chip shots; we would successfully convert with one putt.  This mindset is required for all short game shots and putts.

This type of practice sets the stage for switching the mind from mechanical mode to trusting mode.  Trusting mode could be called scoring mode.  The thing that will help you become more consistent in your ability to score is your pre-shot routine.  The pre-shot routine is the bridge between mechanics and trust.

When you see Tiger Woods stalking putts or preparing for any golf shots during a round of golf, there is not a bit of mechanical process going through his mind.  He may think about a mechanical thought during the first part of his routine as he is trying to figure out what shot to play.  Once he steps into the ball, during the last 10 – 15 seconds of his routine,  all he sees is the target.  If mechanical thoughts were to creep into his routine, he would back away and start over.

Conversions Equal Confidence

You fill find that conversion practice will increase your confidence.  Conversion practice is equivalent to playing the game for real.  You pick targets, go through your routine, and hits shots with 100% intent.  Intention is the fuel for greatness.

As you convert more shots and get better at these skills your confidence will improve…it has to.  Your mind will remember all of the conversions you made in practice and then you can rely on these memories to help you when you are on the course.  Your self talk will become, I can do this…I did it many times in practice.

Conversion Practice

Conversion practice in the short game area is done by hitting only one shot to each target and then attempting the conversion.  You can use the same club to different targets or change clubs as the targets change.  Variety will improve your ability to visualize because you will have to see a variety of shots with each club.  Keep score when you do this practice.  Set goals and then work towards your goal.

Conversion practice on the putting green is similar but you are only using the putter. The two ways you can do this practice are to use one ball and hit to one location at a time or drop three balls and hit to three different hole locations before attempting the conversions putts.  It is crucial that you go through your exact routine during this practice. You want to read the grain and slope of the putt.  Bridge into your routine and try to make the putt using 100% intention.  If you miss the putt then try to make the second putt regardless of the length.  You are not allowed gimmies in tournaments so make everything.  When it comes time to make that two footer with the pressure on you will be ready.

Try to incorporate conversion practice into every one of your practice sessions even if you only do it for a few minutes.  The more conversions you make the lower your scores will be.  his type of practice is critical to your development as a player.

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