[Kim Haneul's FunFun Golf]⑦ 'Comfortable, Warm, and Enjoyable'

Recommendation to Wear Multiple Thin Layers
Stretching Is Important to Prevent Injuries

The weather has suddenly turned cold. This is gloomy news for amateur golfers. But you can't just stay at home. Passionate golfers still hit the course in winter. You need to be more careful when playing rounds in winter, so today we have some useful tips for winter golf.

Above all, keeping warm is the most important. Golf courses are colder than you might expect. There is a technique to dressing as well. Instead of wearing thick clothes, it is much better to wear several thin layers. This helps reduce discomfort during your swing. Be sure to bring hand warmers. You need to keep your hands warm at all times to prevent numbness and loss of sensation. Ear muffs and mittens are also very useful.

Stretching is important to prevent injuries. You might go out for a day of fun but end up suffering for months. You need to warm up your body more than usual. Carrying stretching bands in your golf bag can help. Doing enough practice swings is also necessary to make your tee shots comfortable. Try to avoid riding the cart and walk diligently to loosen up your body stiffness.

When the grass on the course is frozen, the ground is hard and the club cannot dig in properly. Accurate contact becomes difficult and distance usually decreases. It is wiser to use a sweeping swing rather than a chopping one. For approaches, rolling the ball is better. This reduces mistakes and helps improve your score.

In winter, you should let go of your desire for distance. A three-quarter swing is preferable to a full swing. Instead, use one or two clubs more to adjust the distance. There is a lot of roll in winter, so rather than aiming directly at the pin, targeting the front of the green is more effective. Once again, remember that winter rounds should be enjoyed as a chance to make memories with good friends.

Former Hanil Tour 14-win Champion Sportainer