| There are many golf tips out there but how can | | | | have more time in the air since the green is |
| you know which to take to heart that can | | | | below you. The opposite is true for greens above |
| improve your game? Those that cover specific | | | | the tee-box. |
| aspects of the game that you face each time | | | | When it comes to par 5's it's all about planning. |
| you play will really be helpful in choosing the right | | | | When you approach par 5's you should be able to |
| techniques to help you play better golf. | | | | mentally play the hole before you tee off. Think |
| When hitting onto a par 3 you can almost | | | | what shots you'll hit in what order depending on |
| guarantee that if you miss the green your | | | | the distance of the hole. An example would be to |
| chances of making a birdie are almost impossible. | | | | think to yourself you're going to hit your driver, |
| For some players and on some par 3's if you | | | | then your six iron, then a chip and a one putt. |
| miss the green you will be lucky if you make a | | | | This way you're already thinking about birdie |
| bogey. In order to put more balls on the green | | | | before you get on the tee-box. You should do |
| for par 3's you want to do two things. First you | | | | this with all holes but it's especially important on |
| need to pick the right club for the shot. You'll | | | | par 5's because the holes are so long you need to |
| want to consider where the flag is placed, if the | | | | have a game plan or you might rush your shots. |
| green is hard or soft and slope of the green. | | | | Following these simple tips will increase your |
| Judging the slope from the tee-box can be hard | | | | chances of scoring better each time you go to |
| but by looking at the surrounding terrain you can | | | | the golf course. Rhythm and routine are key |
| get a general idea of where the green slopes. | | | | elements of golf and by developing good habits |
| The second thing you need to do is determine | | | | you can develop a good golf game. Play your |
| where the green is in relation to the tee-box. If | | | | game and don't focus on what others are doing. |
| the green is below the tee-box you'll want to | | | | This will help you to not only enjoy the game of |
| take less club. If it's 145 yards to the center and | | | | golf more but to be more confident in each shot |
| you can hit your 9 iron that far you'll want to go | | | | you take. |
| with a wedge instead. The ball will roll farther and | | | | |