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Warming Up Before You Play
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by Phil Stewart
PGA Professional
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Question: I seem to have a lot of trouble on the first few holes, but then get better as the round goes on. What can I do about this?
Answer: When possible, try to arrive early enough to hit some practice
balls. However, when that isn't possible, make sure you stretch. This also applies
prior to hitting practice balls. Here's one simple technique you might try.
Take a five and six iron and swing both together SLOWLY. This will loosen up
the large muscles in your back and shoulders. Also, make sure you stop by the
practice green and roll some putts to get a feel for the speed of the greens.
Need help with your golf game? Email your questions to pstewart
Phil Stewart has been a PGA Member since 1984. He has over 14 years of
Head Golf Professional experience and has participated in several PGA tour events
including the Michelob Classic at Kingsmill and the Kemperat TPC Avenel,
and has won numerous tournaments within the Middle Atlantic section of the PGA.
He was the Virginia State Intercollegiate Champion in 1977, and has previously
been the leading money winner in the Virginia chapter of the Mid-Atlantic section.
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