Tami’s Pre-Game Tips

Just wanted to share some of my pre-game tips. Enjoy!

1.  Always dress appropriately in clothes (check out www.Nike.com) that allow you to make a good rotation and conform with the policies of the facility.   Call the course or the range to check out their dress code policies.   Many courses require shirts with sleeves and hemmed slacks and shorts.   

2. Take good care of your body with exercise and stretching at least 3 -4 times a week. Flexibility and balance are the most essential factors in developing a repeatable golf swing.

3. Avoid eating a full meal less than 2 hours before playing. Too much food before activity can hinder your performance.

4. Allow about 45 minutes of preparation at the course, before your round, to warm up your muscles and groove your swing. Note: Do not swing a weighted club before playing golf, as it throws your tempo off.

5. Stretch after the warm up to make your swing smooth and rhythmic.

6. At the range, start out with a 8 or 7 iron. Then work down to your longer clubs, woods and driver. Finish with a few wedge shots.

7. Take some time to stroke a few long putts to feel the speed of the green, then work to shorter putts.

8. Before heading to the tee, make sure your bag is equiped with all the essentials, plenty of balls, tees, a couple of gloves, sun screen, band aids and a partially damp towel to wipe your ball and clubs.

9. Collect your thoughts and review the good shots you just made on the range and putting green and take it to the course.

10. Viewing the first hole, visualize your ball flight and exactly where you want your ball to end up.

Now you are ready. Trust your abilities and, “just do it”!