| Pick up any golf magazine or newsletter and you'll | | | | handicap. |
| be inundated with ways to lower your golf | | | | * A better swing and improved stance also go a |
| handicap. It's perfect for amateur golfers seeking | | | | long way in developing your handicap. |
| salvation from an array of sources. From your | | | | * Practice that not-so-blistering swing even when |
| grip, stance to your driving distance, these | | | | you're not sweating it out on the golf course. Try |
| tutorials, from self-confessed gurus of the game, | | | | it while sitting on the chair in your office. |
| will stop at nothing in an attempt to grab eyeballs. | | | | * Exercise plays as much a vital role in improving |
| But do they really add that much needed spark | | | | your handicap as practice. Make sure your body is |
| to your rather quiescent game? That's quite a | | | | tuned as well as perfectly toned for this game. |
| debatable issue, but the point here is how best to | | | | You'll be surprised to find that a whole lot of |
| lower your handicap that's threatening to spiral out | | | | exercises contribute a great deal in improving |
| of control. Sit back, and take a look at some of | | | | your scores. It's important to devote some time |
| the time-tested ways to become the most | | | | to stretching prior to hitting the course as well as |
| revered golfer in your golfing circuit. | | | | after a grueling session of play, in order to keep |
| Tips to develop that envious handicap | | | | injuries to your arms, legs, shoulders and back at |
| The only way you can lower that handicap is by | | | | bay. |
| practice. There are no short cuts to success, | | | | * Strength training is also an important component |
| remember. The more you swing that club and | | | | that is sure to work wonders. I don't mean |
| practice your shots, the better your handicap is | | | | six-pack abs, but a stronger person is sure to hit |
| bound to get. This apart, follow these tips | | | | the ball a greater distance. So, hit the gym with a |
| religiously for that striking handicap: | | | | vengeance. |
| * Play naturally and always enjoy the game. | | | | * Improved cardio vascular health ensures that |
| * If you find the golf classes are doing you little | | | | you're not out of steam while taking that deciding |
| good, then practice your swing in the privacy of | | | | shot on the 18th hole. So make sure you get |
| your backyard. Just 15 minutes a day, and you'll | | | | some aerobic exercise as well. |
| soon be playing like a pro. | | | | Try and catch as much live golfing action as you |
| * Learn the other finer nuances of the game, like | | | | can both on the course and off it. And before |
| putting, for instance. Aim at achieving a shot | | | | you even know it, you'll be the owner of a |
| under par or a birdie. Precision is of paramount | | | | handicap that many crave for. |
| importance while attempting to improve your | | | | |