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Ball State’s Golf Swing Lab

Sandy Mitchell — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 16:55:31 +0000

A specialized lab at Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana is helping athletes and doctors do a better job. It’s where sports and science meet. Take a look:

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Beginner’s Golf Lesson

Sandy Mitchell — Sat, 01 Nov 2008 09:45:54 +0000

In the video below, golf pro Fred Spinelli of Utah’s Remuda Golf Club talks about golf basics, including posture, grip, and striking the ball.

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Golf Tips: Tempo, Timing, and Rhythm

Sandy Mitchell — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 23:25:44 +0000

Even the best swing won’t be successful if its off-tempo and/or rushed. In the video below, golf pro, Gary Balliet discusses how to get the perfect tempo, timing, and rhythm. Take a look:

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Women’s Golf Month

Sandy Mitchell — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 11:03:56 +0000

June is American Express Women’s Golf Month. In its fourth year, this program seeks to introduce (or reintroduce) golf to women in a women-friendly environment.

Activities include complimentary instruction at participating golf facilities for those 14 and older, networking receptions, golf rules and etiquette seminars, equipment demonstrations, and golf apparel fashion shows.

In the first three years, more than 68,000 women across the country have learned golf during Women’s Golf Month. To find a participating golf facility or event near you, visit the PlayGolfAmerica Web site.

^{(photo courtesy of PGA of America)}

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Golf Instruction: Managing your Emotions

Sandy Mitchell — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 06:01:21 +0000

Playing a good round of golf isn’t all physical. It also requires a steady emotional game. Dr. Morris Picken, a sports psychologist in Sea Island, Georgia gives some advice on managing your emotions on the golf course. Take a look:

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Hitting Out of the Rough

Sandy Mitchell — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 19:17:18 +0000

Professional golf instructor, Joe Beck of “Golf Tips with Joe Beck,” teaches viewers how to hit a simple wedge shot out of the rough. Take a look:

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Getting in Shape for Golf Season

Sandy Mitchell — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 18:11:37 +0000

As incredible as it seems (with a foot of snow on the ground here in Ohio), golf courses in the Midwest and Northeast start opening in mid to late March. To make sure that you’re in top shape to hit the links, here are a few golf exercises to get you in top form:

“Open Book” Stretching Exercise

Strenghtening and Stretching your Swing Arm

Hamstring Exercise

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Golf Instruction: The Long Chip Shot

Sandy Mitchell — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 22:42:08 +0000

Professional golf instructor, Joe Beck of “Golf Tips with Joe Beck,” teaches viewers how to hit a long chip and get the ball close to the hole, how to select the right stance, and correct amount of loft to complete this shot. Take a look:

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Golf Instruction – Chipping

Sandy Mitchell — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 18:22:39 +0000

From the folks at ESPN Golf School, a lesson on chipping:

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Golf Instruction: Putting Tips

Sandy Mitchell — Thu, 27 Dec 2007 10:13:22 +0000

Few things are more frustrating than hitting the green in two shots only to three-putt for a boogie. Here are a few tips for improving your putting game.

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