Golf Knox » world http://knoxcfug.org Golf Swing Instruction Blog Thu, 09 Sep 2010 17:00:15 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0 The best books on golf http://knoxcfug.org/2010/07/27/the-best-books-on-golf/ http://knoxcfug.org/2010/07/27/the-best-books-on-golf/#comments Tue, 27 Jul 2010 19:54:30 +0000 admin http://knoxcfug.org/?p=157 Golf is one of the best games in the world for many reasons. One of those has to do with how many books have been written on it. If you are looking for books on golf, you have plenty of items to choose from. You might select books about great players or great figures in the game. Others might suggest books on golf that help you fix your slice or save more strokes out of the bunker.

Others still will provide you with a look at some of the best courses from around the world. The options are almost limitless. Whether you are an avid reader or just someone who loves the game, you will find lots of pages written by some of the best authors the literary world has seen.

]]> http://knoxcfug.org/2010/07/27/the-best-books-on-golf/feed/ 1 Can an online golf lesson work for you? http://knoxcfug.org/2010/05/03/can-an-online-golf-lesson-work-for-you/ http://knoxcfug.org/2010/05/03/can-an-online-golf-lesson-work-for-you/#comments Mon, 03 May 2010 20:25:51 +0000 admin http://knoxcfug.org/2010/05/03/can-an-online-golf-lesson-work-for-you/ Some people can truly get a lot out of an online golf lesson, while others need instruction in person. When you are looking for ways to improve your golf game, it is important to consider all of the available options. The internet is changing the way we live, and this can extend out to the sports world, as well.

So how do you get an online golf lesson? There are plenty of golf pros who have put their lessons right online, and you can consume them for free. They have tricks, tips, and provide drills that you can work on. This might not be the perfect solution for every player, but it can be a nice way to get better without having to invest too much money.

]]> http://knoxcfug.org/2010/05/03/can-an-online-golf-lesson-work-for-you/feed/ 0 Applying Biomechanical Sciences to Golf? Some Say it Can Be Done http://knoxcfug.org/2010/04/22/applying-biomechanical-sciences-to-golf-some-say-it-can-be-done/ http://knoxcfug.org/2010/04/22/applying-biomechanical-sciences-to-golf-some-say-it-can-be-done/#comments Thu, 22 Apr 2010 18:12:10 +0000 admin http://knoxcfug.org/2010/04/22/applying-biomechanical-sciences-to-golf-some-say-it-can-be-done/ In the world of golf today, there is some talk about the study of golf swing biomechanics. Biomechanics is the study of mechanical and industrial principles, and how they can be applied to the living body. While it’s not necessarily universally accepted among those who scientifically study the game of golf, the idea generally draws an imaginary shape around the body. The overarching concept of golf swing biomechanics is by keeping your swing tied to this shape you’ll place more power into this. This additional power is supposed to transfer into longer distance when driving, as well as a greater level of accuracy.

]]> http://knoxcfug.org/2010/04/22/applying-biomechanical-sciences-to-golf-some-say-it-can-be-done/feed/ 0 When it comes to golf swings, it’s vital to feel comfortable with your own style. http://knoxcfug.org/2010/03/11/when-it-comes-to-golf-swings-its-vital-to-feel-comfortable-with-your-own-style/ http://knoxcfug.org/2010/03/11/when-it-comes-to-golf-swings-its-vital-to-feel-comfortable-with-your-own-style/#comments Thu, 11 Mar 2010 21:18:19 +0000 admin http://knoxcfug.org/2010/03/11/when-it-comes-to-golf-swings-its-vital-to-feel-comfortable-with-your-own-style/ I’ve always been hesitant to try and copy famous golf swings. There are a lot of different approaches out there, and the most important thing is to be comfortable with your own style. You may not have the best distance in the world, but if you start swinging according to some ideal formula, you may find that your accuracy or consistency starts to falter.

If you take a random sample of some of the best golfers of all time, you’ll find a lot of variation in their golf swings. Different people feel comfortable with different things, and even if your swing doesn’t give you the best distance in the world, it’s more important that it feels natural for you.

]]> http://knoxcfug.org/2010/03/11/when-it-comes-to-golf-swings-its-vital-to-feel-comfortable-with-your-own-style/feed/ 1 How to value golf video tips http://knoxcfug.org/2009/12/29/how-to-value-golf-video-tips/ http://knoxcfug.org/2009/12/29/how-to-value-golf-video-tips/#comments Tue, 29 Dec 2009 18:39:42 +0000 admin http://knoxcfug.org/2009/12/29/how-to-value-golf-video-tips/ The golf world is a place where people are helping people. The teaching industry has grown by leaps and bounds, as more and more pros are out there putting their wisdom into things like videos. Many players aren’t sure just how they should value golf video tips when they find them. After all, how do you know that a guy making the video knows what he is talking about?

Your best approach when dealing with these golf video tips is to take everything to heart and see if you can apply it. More and more solid pros are putting their expertise out on sites like Youtube, so you owe it to yourself to at least check it out, even if you don’t plan on applying the principles. There may be something in these golf video tips that will cure your slice or improve your sand game.

]]> http://knoxcfug.org/2009/12/29/how-to-value-golf-video-tips/feed/ 286 Little Red Book by Harvey Penick http://knoxcfug.org/2009/12/07/little-red-book-by-harvey-penick/ http://knoxcfug.org/2009/12/07/little-red-book-by-harvey-penick/#comments Mon, 07 Dec 2009 16:59:55 +0000 admin http://knoxcfug.org/2009/12/07/little-red-book-by-harvey-penick/ Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned golfer, “Little Red Book,” by Harvey Penick (the world’s oldest caddie) is a must read. His no-nonsense approach to this game that can never be mastered, but fully enjoyed with the right attitude and instruction, shines in his first book in a series of books on golf and life.

“Little Red Book” is a compilation of Mr. Penick’s life as a caddy and notekeeping for 60+ years on lessons he learned and taught to some of golf’s greatest players. Named for the red notebook he kept, it features simple, direct advice and insightful wisdom centered on this mystical game.

Mr. Penick makes no distinction between a beginner or a top touring pro like Tom Kite. His teachings apply to us all who love this illusive game of golf. If you want to truly learn about golf (and life), start with the “Little Red Book.”

]]> http://knoxcfug.org/2009/12/07/little-red-book-by-harvey-penick/feed/ 15 Best Golf Instruction in the World http://knoxcfug.org/2009/10/29/best-golf-instruction-in-the-world/ http://knoxcfug.org/2009/10/29/best-golf-instruction-in-the-world/#comments Thu, 29 Oct 2009 17:27:07 +0000 admin http://knoxcfug.org/2009/10/29/best-golf-instruction-in-the-world/ Recently, after trying in vain for years to learn the ropes of the game, I finally made the decision to receive the best golf instruction in the world. My local club, which I’ve been attending for years, just introduced a new program to teach people like me the different dynamics of the game. For a very reasonable cost, the local club offers some of the best golf instruction in my area. The instruction showed me how to swing the club properly, the best stances and which clubs to use at the right time, things I’ve struggled with my whole life. While sometimes I am faced with amazing challenges in the game, I know that this recent help allowed me the best golf instruction in my area.

]]> http://knoxcfug.org/2009/10/29/best-golf-instruction-in-the-world/feed/ 0 Trying to figure out the best book available http://knoxcfug.org/2009/10/22/trying-to-figure-out-the-best-book-available/ http://knoxcfug.org/2009/10/22/trying-to-figure-out-the-best-book-available/#comments Thu, 22 Oct 2009 16:01:58 +0000 admin http://knoxcfug.org/2009/10/22/trying-to-figure-out-the-best-book-available/ If you were to ask me to do a golf book review on the best golf book in the world, I’d have a hard time picking just one. The great thing about golf and the golf book industry is that there are quite a few authors who have chosen to write about the sport. These people are great at what they do, and they make it so that a golf book review of the world’s best would be almost impossible.

The truth is that I love all of these books. From the ones about courses to the books about my favorites players. Whether it is reading something by Tiger Woods or reading a fictional book about a match played with good, I am a sucker for a great golf book. With that in mind, a golf book review of the one book that stands on top is something that I just can’t provide, because it wouldn’t do the rest of the books justice.

]]> http://knoxcfug.org/2009/10/22/trying-to-figure-out-the-best-book-available/feed/ 32 Traveling the world with a golf tour book http://knoxcfug.org/2009/09/28/traveling-the-world-with-a-golf-tour-book/ http://knoxcfug.org/2009/09/28/traveling-the-world-with-a-golf-tour-book/#comments Mon, 28 Sep 2009 18:47:47 +0000 admin http://knoxcfug.org/2009/09/28/traveling-the-world-with-a-golf-tour-book/ Every golfer has the same dream, and it’s not to wear the green jacket at Augusta National. Though it would be nice to take down a major, every single golfer – amateur and professional – would love to travel the world and see all that there is to see. With all of the great courses in Europe, the Americas, and across the world, it is an impossible dream to try and see them all. Fortunately for golfers, some people have done this and they’ve written a golf tour book to enjoy.

If you can’t get out and enjoy courses from Scotland to Australia, why not follow those who have done this in their golf tour book?

To put it quite simply, these books provide a roller coaster type of experience. From wild tales on the golf course to an actual description of the facilities in question, there is much to be learned from reading a great golf tour book.

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