Whether you're new to golf, or haven't played in a while, or want to get better at the game, there are steps you can take to hit the ball better. A good tee stroke is a combination of recognizing equipment, how to stand, mastering the swing, and maintaining a clear head. This tactic will help you hit the golf ball correctly and improve your game. Include additional practice at the driving range, to further increase your hitting score.
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Part 1 of 3: Getting the Right Equipment
Step 1. Choose a stick driver with a good loft
The science in the sport and its equipment is increasing so that you can now choose a driver stick with a loft (the angle at the front of the golf club with respect to the vertical plane of the rod) of 9-10 degrees instead of a used driver of 7-8 degrees. Amateur players can optimize gliding by choosing a driver stick with a loft 1-3 degrees greater than a tour-pro stick. A driver stick with a higher loft will carry more of the ball and help you stay consistent.
The angle of launch (determined by the loft of the head of the club hitting the ball), the speed at which the ball leaves the head of the stick (determined by the speed at which the head of the club hits the golf ball), and the twist of the golf ball (determined by the previous 2 factors and other factors including the groove of the face) the head of the stick, the presence of grass between the face of the head of the stick and the ball upon impact, etc.) allows the ball to remain in the air (a kite)
Step 2. Choose the right stick
Although players usually use drivers for par 4 or par 5, you can also choose other wood or iron sticks. You don't always use a driver when you want to fly a golf ball. Some holes (fields of play) are arranged in such a way that players must use a 3, 5, or even 7 wood stick, or one of the iron sticks, for example if you are in par 3.
- Take your hole design and playing style into account when choosing sticks. For example, if you hit the wood 3 farther than the driver, and feel you can use the iron 8 on the green (the area around the golf hole) after hitting the ball with the wood 3 stick, you should choose that stick for the first stroke if you play well with the stick. iron 8.
- You can use swing speed to help determine the right stick to use for the tee shot (the first shot in each hole). Say you hit 140 meters with an iron 7 stick, your swing speed is approximately 95-105 mph. The speed of an 8 or 9 iron rod is about 105-115 mph.
- Iron sticks have a much higher loft than wood sticks and in the case of par 3 holes, greens can be shot straight away so you need to hit more drifts and less rolling. If the green distance is less than 180 meters, you should use an iron rod.
Step 3. Know the type of ball to use
Choosing the right golf ball can be a headache. You need to consider twist, hardness, distance, and most importantly, feel. Unfortunately, there is no “golden ball” that will meet all your needs.
- The best way to determine a ball's fit is to visit a golf supply store and talk to a professional directly about what stroke you want. He can help you determine the head speed, and choose the golf ball with the best cover thickness and core density for your playing style. Hit a few balls to determine the taste. Golf is one of the most mentally demanding games and comfort will have a huge impact on your shot.
- Note that professional rules prohibit you from using different ball types during the same round. However, if you're playing with friends, bring a few different types of balls and experiment to find what works best for you.
Step 4. Choose the right tee
These days, all aspects of golf have a variety of options to choose from, including which tee to wear. With many modern drivers having big heads, the demand for taller tees has increased, resulting in tees of various lengths being manufactured. When you hit, the golf ball should stand high enough so that the top of the head of the driver's club slices through the golf ball's "equator".
- So that you don't hit the ground before the golf ball, use a higher tee. Similarly, if you're playing in a long par 4 or par 5 and need to hit the ball to the green in par, it's best to use a high tee for your driver.
- However, a high tee is not always the best choice when using an iron because it can make the ball go too high and your strokes cut under the ball. When using an iron, adjust the tee so that the ball appears to be standing on the grass. Only 0.45-0.25 cm below the ball need to be above the ground.
Part 2 of 3: Preparing the Position
Step 1. Align the body with the vertical marker in the distance
Choose a vertical mark such as a tree or person standing just past the horizontal point where you want the ball to land. We recommend that you use vertical marks instead of horizontal ones. Once you've determined your mark, align your body with the target. You can draw an invisible line from the mark to a point a few feet in front of the golf ball to help you position yourself.
- Stroke distance will be compromised if you tend to bend your left arm early; keep the "V" of your elbow as long as possible before bending at the end of the swing and the ball will go further.
- For most golfers, it's easy to pinpoint some sort of mark that aligns with the point where you want the ball to land on the court. You'll know more or less how far the ball needs to be hit so determine a point and then look at a tree or something past that point as objects tend to be easier to hit than points on the ground.
Step 2. Set the correct foot position
Because the golf club swing has both horizontal and vertical features, the center of the swing will be a few centimeters from the side of your sternum near the target. Position the ball in line with the heel of your forefoot, or where your shirt pocket or logo is (if you're on the right).
- Do not position the ball towards the front of the stance as this will make it harder for you to hit the ball before it hits the ground. This will also exacerbate the problem of slicing or fading.
- Open both feet 0.5 meters wide if you are still using an iron or 0.6 meters if you are using a driver.
Step 3. Adjust the arms
Both arms should be straight and form a "V" when adjusting the body position. To fly the ball, imagine your body making an upside-down "K". Grip the stick so that the front edge is level with the ground. Open your hands 25-30 cm wide in front of the inside of the quadriceps. While both arms are in a ready-to-swing position, you should stand about 20 cm from the base of the handle when addressing.
Step 4. Use the correct grip pressure
Even if you think gripping and swinging the stick harder will give you better results, that's just a myth. A grip that's too hard can prevent you from achieving a consistent hitting distance. Instructor legend Phil Galvano first introduced the idea that great players told him that proper grip pressure is similar to holding a bird without crushing it, but also not letting it go. The tighter the grip of the golf club, the shorter the flying distance. Don't strain your hands.
- Try different grip strengths while practicing on the driving range and watch the results. Watch for when the stick doesn't hit the ball well because your grip is too loose, or the ball's pace is messed up because you're gripping too tightly.
- If you're on the right, hold the stick with your left hand where your fingers meet your palm. If you are left-handed, do the same with your right.
- Curl your fingers around the golf club, then without moving the grip, roll your hand up so that your thumb is above the grip.
- Do the same with the other hand (right hand for right-handed, and left for left-handed). Position the golf club between your fingers and palms, and place your pinky on the knuckle between your index and middle fingers. You can also lock them together, if you want.
- Roll the thumb over the thumb of the other hand.
Part 3 of 3: Doing the Swing Correctly
Step 1. Know the type of swing to use
There are 2 types of swings you can make, one that is powerful and one that prioritizes control. Not all holes allow you to hit the ball as far as possible. Some holes can have pools that need to be crossed or sand traps on the left and right so you need to control your hitting distance well.
- For a powerful swing, position your head and stick slightly behind the ball in a slightly wider stance.
- For a controlled stroke, narrow your stance slightly, position the ball a little further back in your stance, and slightly "strangle" your golf club.
Step 2. Start the backward swing
Your driver's stick swing can be the difference between a birdie and a bogey.
- When you start swinging backwards, move your center of gravity back for a more powerful swing.
- Often your instincts tell you to swing back faster for a stronger hit. Don't do this as swinging too fast will change your correct hitting stance.
- Stay flat. Your wood stick should stay along the ground, or just touch the grass. Do not let you swing it to the ground, at least in the first 20-25 percent of the swing. If you lift your golf club, the ball will bounce up and not make the long, smooth run like the pros do.
- Swing back firmly and stop at the top to reset before starting to swing down. However, that does not mean your swing stops because it will ignore the momentum. Think of it like a stick floating for a while before dropping.
Step 3. Keep the start of your descending swing calm and unhurried
This allows you to build speed so that the golf club still accelerates when it hits the ball.
- The downward swing should be in one motion that uses the whole body at once. However, don't rush so you don't mess up your shot.
- One very important factor in a down swing is keeping your head down and still. The process of hitting a golf ball is fast so you may want to quickly see how far the ball has hit. However, moving your head will also move your whole body and mess up your shot.
- You may be tempted to try and help the ball rise by lifting both arms. However, don't do it because you have to keep the swing consistent.
Step 4. Keep the angle of your guide's hand
Many amateur players tend to flip their hands forward to get the ball into the air, which negates the excuse of having good equipment and attitude. The guiding hand (i.e. left hand for right-handed players, and right-handed for left-handed players), must tilt down toward the ball on the down swing.
Think of it like hitting the ball with the back of the guide's hand. If you flip your hand on a down swing, you could hit the ground before hitting the ball, or just graze the top of the ball. Keep the starting angle of the swing low and allow it to rise on its own through the resulting force
Step 5. Complete the swing by not continuing
The stick must swing over the left shoulder (for right-handed players) or left-handed (for left-handed players). Again, do not rush to look up and see the direction of the ball. If you do it right, the ball will go where you want it to go.
