If You Want to Be a Smart Golfer... "Do This in the New Year"

US Golf Digest Reveals Easy Training Methods
Stat Check, Using Putting Mirror, Club Health Checkup

Using wise methods and smart equipment can help improve your golf skills.

It is the Year of the Rabbit. It is the time to make a firm resolution to "achieve good results on the field this year." Many ambitiously register at golf practice ranges and invest a large sum to start lessons. However, if you set the wrong direction, you will not achieve results proportional to your efforts. Recently, the American golf specialty media Golf Digest revealed ways to become a smarter golfer in 2023 without correcting your swing.

First, lay the groundwork. You need to build the body required for golf. Set a game plan. Golf Digest advises, "If you are seriously thinking about improving your golf skills this year, you need to check your overall physical condition," and "First, ask a coach or trainer about any weak or inflexible body parts." It also says, "If you don't have the right person to help, you can refer to golf training programs available online," adding, "They can improve your swing without much hassle."

Next, review statistical data. If you don't know what to fix, accurate prescriptions are difficult. Nowadays, many applications (APPs) analyze swing data. They provide information on swing speed, launch angle, ball flight, and distance. Golf Digest explains, "By looking at numbers related to fairways and greens, you can identify your weaknesses," and "areas that require more effort will emerge." Installing a launch monitor at home can be very helpful.

Also, make a practice plan. Weekend golfers do not have much time to invest in golf because work comes first. You need to efficiently divide and use the available time. It is necessary to strengthen your strengths while filling in your weaknesses. Golf Digest emphasizes, "If you lose many strokes with your wedge shots, invest more in wedge shot practice," and "you will see results."

Furthermore, increase your swing speed. Swing speed does not improve just by long hours of training. Invest in putting practice as well. It is one of the easy ways to improve your golf skills during winter. You can use a putting mirror like tour players do.

Excessive greed can be ‘poison.’ It is also necessary to lower your expectations of your golf skills. If you are too greedy, disappointment tends to be greater. Golf Digest advises, "Remember that golf is a really difficult game," and warns, "If you get frustrated often, you may lose interest in golf."