What goes on mentally during a game of golf is just as important as what’s happening on the green. To play golf well, you have to train your muscles and practice your shots. But, you also have to train your mind. It’s just as important to keep your focus during a golf game. Here are some ideas for keeping your mind on your game.
Develop A Pre-Shot Routine
A pre-shot routine helps you clear your mind and remove distractions before you take your swing. Pros always recommend developing a pre-shot routine, and there are as many different routines as there are players.
Here’s an example: align your body to set up the swing, tighten your grip on the club, look at the target and take a mental picture of it, focus and imagine the ball heading for the hole. This is just an example; of course, you should come up with your own routine that suits you. But, the idea is to have a routine that you go through before each shot to clear your mind and help you focus.
Focus On The Matter-At-Hand
When it’s time to make your shot, you need to focus. This means that you shouldn’t be thinking of your next shot or your last shot. Jumping...