Golf-reduce Your Handicap Now

Golf is a very popular pastime, as evidenced by the millions of players worldwide. Whether you are a competition player with a recognised handicap, or an occasional social player, golf provides us with a wonderful opportunity to breathe in some fresh air and get some much-needed exercise. It also allows us to spend quality time with family and friends, and at the end of the day, tell a few stories about the days round.
And, whatever level you play at, it's likely that you will never be entirely happy with your game, and indeed most avid golfers will look for ways to improve their game.
For most of us, reducing your handicap can be a complex, and sometimes daunting process. There are so many things to work on that it's often difficult to know where to start. Here are just a few of the areas that make up your game:
*setup
*grip
*timing
*alignment
*backswing
*downswing
*follow through
*putting
*chipping
*sand play
When you look at this list, you can see that you could devote a lot of time (and money) to each one of these areas. But if you are not careful, that time (and money) could be wasted.
So where do you start if you want to improve your game?
Well, you could try and rectify any shortcomings yourself, but that is unlikely to work. You could seek advice from friends, but again, that may result in limited success.
The only viable option that I have found, is to get help from qualified people. Don't waste time seeking advice from unqualified people. Would you have your taxes done by an unqualified person, or have your car repaired by someone that didn't know what they were doing? Of course not, and golf instruction is no different.
Have a look at the list above, and think about how your game shapes up. Then, if you feel the need to improve, take the time to look for professional help and you will soon be lowering your handicap, and shooting more regular rounds.
Happy golfing
Dave