Golf Is About Mental Preparedness

Introduction

Golf Is About Mental Preparedness “It is a game of considerable passion; it is either explosive in nature or a sport that has the ability to burn inwardly, and tears your soul apart.” -Robert Tyre Jones Jr. (American amateur golfer)

Famous, successful golfers including Arnold Palmer, Gary Player, and Tiger Woods are aware that golf isn’t an almost mindless sport; golfing enthusiasts worldwide and participants of minor and major golf tournaments can agree. It requires skill and mentality - regardless of the common misconception that to play a round or two, all it takes is securing top-of-the-line golf balls, golf clubs, tees, and other equipment, and finding a great golf course.

As disappointing as it may be, you have to know

By determining your identity, hardly anything can stand in the way of being the best golfer that you can be. This way, you can maximize your individual strengths and weaknesses and use them to your advantage. For instance, if you’re “the intimidator”, you may want to make sure that there’s always something on the line since only if there is can you have an unparalleled level of focus.

3 types of golfers:

1. The intimidator – a golfer who possesses “the intimidator” personality is likely an organized type. He prefers to have control of the game, and he wants to come out the better one. His strength is that he is incredibly competitive. For him, there’s always a winner and a loser; the former should be him.

2. The laid-back golfer – “the laid-back” personality of a golfer can be traced to how he prefers to take a carefree attitude while on the course. The best trait that he has is the ability to always stay relaxed. Instead of taking matters seriously, his intention is to have a mindless match or two.

3. The methodologist – a golfer is “the methodologist” type if he is quite strict regarding the practices he’s accustomed to. He works around a routine, which is an advantage since he’s the kind who prepares thoroughly. His biggest weakness? Pressure can easily get to him.

Mental Trick # 10 – Grip the Club

By unleashing your best front at this point, your mind is slowly embracing the concept that you’re focused. Consequently, it’s you who eventually starts to focus on a higher level, too.

Although you’re probably thinking that not much effort should be drawn into play when putting, remind yourself that it’s still a time to concentrate. Have your eye on the ball and read green lines. As most experienced golfers can attest, it’s a common novice mistake.

Mental Trick # 16 – Dress Right

To prevent yourself from stressing it out mentally, show up at the course in the proper set of clothes. Refuse to let your golf match be about wearing stuff that’ll make you standout. There is no need to pick out only expensive outfits. When your attire will keep you from being the best player that you can be, don’t wear it; it’s as simple as it is. Remember that the key is to be comfortable and not feel any ounce of awkwardness when you swing the ball.

Proper golf clothing tips:

• Choose cotton as fabric for your all your clothing

• Keep your socks around to the level of your ankles

• No to overly tight and oversized