Golf Is 90% Mental -- The Other Half Is Physical
Author: Jeff O`Brien

With apologies and due respect to the great Yogi Berra, I had
to borrow one of his lines and adapt it to this article.

Golf truly is such a mental game. Every result you produce is a
result of what you alone did. Nobody playing defense on you – No
coaches during game time – no screaming fans – just you and your
thoughts… swing thoughts.

We all know that the game of golf can produce a myriad of
thoughts when it comes to what is or what we want going on in
our golf swings.

So many swing thoughts so little time… but let's break
something out right here.

The swing thought(s) you employ when you are practicing
something are completely different (and should not be) those
same thoughts you take to the first tee.

When you're playing keep your swing thoughts tightly focused be
it visualizing your shot, your target line, your tempo, your
swing trigger, etc… never ever some physical attribute that you
have been working on at the range.

This is a key point… take a moment to let it soak in.

Generally speaking I like to promote thoughts that encourage
rhythm and timing, nice and easy, trust your line and let the
club do the work, slow & go… this type of mental approach to
each shot.

When it comes to developing your swing thoughts each person is
going to have a different thought process that keeps them
relaxed yet very focused on the task at hand.

I also encourage you to incorporate some swing thought training
into your regular practice routine. Don't expect your game day
swing thoughts to just show up. So, no matter what part of your
game or swing you may be working on when you are on the practice
range, I would like to have you always finish up with good
rhythm and good tempo accompanied by the appropriate swing
thoughts… and while you are engaged in this part of your
practice routine be sure to incorporate your pre-shot routine
into this.

Remember… practice makes permanent; and this includes your
mental approach to each of your rounds of golf.

Now that we've covered some basics on what to do before you
actually make a swipe at the golf ball upcoming we'll step up
to the first tee and see how to get the most out of your
driver.


About The Author: Jeff O`Brien's teaching experience offers
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