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Mental Golf

OfficialGolfSmash

Aug 22, 2014 10:33 AM

Mental Golf

Do you ever hit the ball great when you are alone, or when you have a second try at the shot? It’s nothing surprising to say that this is highly likely attributed to the mental side of the game. Just like the physical game of golf, it’s important to have a strategy with the mental side as well. There are many ways to develop the mental game in golf and they might sound silly! Many players will connect their level of play with their self image. Negative self talk is not good in daily life, let alone a performance sport like golf. Before stepping up to hit a shot, talk positive to yourself. Be happy regardless of situations and outcomes.

Success comes to those who have patience and persevere through difficulties.
Focus on one shot at a time, engaging in your pre-shot routine. Fake it until you make it. Try not to be self critical and use your swing thoughts as triggers to accomplishing your chosen shot.
Here are some great swing thoughts to say to yourself before hitting the shot:

1. I CAN hit this shot, I’ve done it many times before
2. I WANT to hit the ball _____.
3. I AM a great player, even as a beginner, I KNOW it’s possible.
4. No matter who is watching, EVERYONE makes mistakes.
5. I WILL continue to get better, even with poor shots from time to time.

*Think of DO’s not dont’s
*Focus on where you want the ball to go NOT where you don’t won’t it to go

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