Are Golfers Really 'Fit'?

When golfers think of getting 'fit for golf'', visions of endless drills and boring instructional videos come to mind.

We shudder at the thought of our nightmares involving endless instruction by endless instructors repeating over and over again to 'keep your head down and swing through the ball' as we furiously swing and splash through sand while our ball remains motionless and the sand creeps up closer to our knees and hips with every swing.

That is, unless you enjoy waking up in a cold sweat with your family cowering in every corner of the room while your bloodied and shaking hands from a perfect hooked grip on a broken bed post waggling over torn carpeting.

It's time for an intervention.

Thankfully, getting fit is not the same as throwing a fit. In fact, the more 'fit for golf' we are, the less 'fits' (and nightmares) we are prone to.

The truth is that there are endless swing styles but only one 'efficient' way to swing that is unique to each player. When you find that efficient swing, it becomes your 'power signature'. This is the key to becoming fit for golf and producing a consistent and satisfying golf swing.

Of course, there are many more elements to lowering your handicap. However, once you have mastered the proper swing sequence you remove one of the greatest hindrances to enjoyable golf. Your shots become much more controlled so that course management is actually... manageable.

In addition, adopting the proper golf swing sequence allows for longer drives with less effort. Swing faults and fatigue are major contributors to golf injuries. Interestingly, the most predominant injury among amateurs is to the low back whereas the most predominant injury to professionals is elbow pain.

With amateurs this is due to poor sequencing and erratic postures that lead to back injuries whereas with professionals, elbow injuries are a result of overuse. (This is what medical professionals label as cumulative trauma disorders or CTD's - we love alphabet soup).

So, what does getting fit for golf look like? What does it involve?

Of course the first thing is to identify the problems, isolate them and address them. Today's technology provides unsurpassed access to very precise analysis very inexpensively.

For instance, a person with an ipad 2 or 3 can download a v1golf app for five dollars that will allow you to draw lines, compare swings with previous captures and even your favorite tour golfer. Working with an instructor you can see exactly what your swing faults are and develop a plan to correct them.

Additionally, a 3D swing analysis using a K-vest allows you to capture rotational velocities of your hips, torso and lead hand so that you can see exactly where you are losing power and efficiency in your golf swing.

A Certified Golf Fitness Instructor can work with you and your professional golf instructor to develop a precise plan for increasing your flexibility, strength and posture. It is no longer necessary to guess what you should do. These tools allow you to identify the foundational flaw that leads you to every other flaw.

Golf Fitness is the most efficient way to an efficient golf swing.

What is your power signature? To learn more visit the instructors of Golf Fitness Academy at mytpi.com and...
Have a Great Game!

Steve McMurray MPT, CGFI (aka Mr Stiv)

A licensed Physical Therapist and TPI Certified Golf Fitness Instructor, For more information to help you improve your golf swing and golf game, click here:

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Juniors In Golf - Focus and Concentration

As the parent of a junior golfer, I have often witnessed my son, as well as many of his friends have a problem with their focus and concentration. In golf, keeping your mind on the game is a big part of how to maximize your talents. Shooting a low score is all about physical and MENTAL skills. While I am not a golf professional, I have been around the game enough to have picked up some valuable mental tips.

Tip #1: Break the round up. Play three holes at a time. In golf, sometimes your junior player will lose their concentration right after they have a bad hole. They believe once the bad hole happens, it will destroy their overall score. Instead of worrying about a nine hole or eighteen hole score, set a goal for three holes. If the first three holes are a par 4, then par 3, then par 5, maybe your first three hole goal will be to shoot a 14 (or two over after 3). After these three holes, set another goal for the next three holes, and so on..This will help keep your junior player focused.

Tip #2: Caddy for your player. That's right... Mom or Dad needs to be the caddy for the day. In golf, you have to "think" your way around the golf course. Many times, junior players are just too anxious. They walk up to the ball and just hit it. No thought is given to the situation. As their caddy, you discuss each shot with them. "what club to you think you should use," "where do you want this shot to land," "what about the bunker on the left," etc... Have a discussion with your player about each shot. This will help keep their mind on the game.

Tip #3: In golf, you improve your score a little bit at a time. Baby steps. Don't expect your junior player to go from a score of 90 to an 80 overnight. Instead, ask your player to set a goal of improving one stroke at a time. Imagine if you start the golf season out shooting a 93 for eighteen holes. Each day you set a goal of improving just one stroke. Some days you will achieve that goal, some days you won't. But, by the end of the summer, you could certainly be shooting in the low to mid 80's. If you ask your junior player to do this, everyday they go out to play, they will have a reachable goal. They won't just be going out to "goof around." This will help them to stay focused and concentrate on each shot. In golf, it's all about the next shot. Don't worry about the shots you just hit, and certainly don't worry about the holes yet to come.

Tip #4: Add some "extra interest" to the game. When you have your player out on the course, throw in some extra incentive. "If you shoot a 45 on this nine holes, we'll go get ice cream after the round," "get a par on this hole and you can play your video game an extra 1/2 hour tonight," etc... Ok, so maybe bribery is not the best idea, but it works when used in moderation and for the purposes of having fun.

In golf, concentration and focus is a big part of the game. The quicker your junior player learns to master this concept, the better their game will become.

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Things To Consider When Buying Junior Golf Shoes

When buying junior golf shoes, you have to consider several important factors. Remember the shoes will only be good if they can help the user to play better. Indeed, the success of any golfer, whether an amateur or a professional depends largely on the attire used as well as the equipment. This is the reason why many people take their time to make sure that they have identified the most appropriate shoes before going ahead to buy them. If you have been finding it difficult to buy good shoes, here are some of the things that you need to keep in mind.

Comfort

A junior golf player can only perfect his skills and grow to become a professional if he feels comfortable when exercising or when playing with other competitors. There is no way that you can expect them to deliver good results and sharpen their skills when they do not even like the shoes that they are wearing. For example, if the shoes are too uncomfortable, they will be more likely to lose their concentration on the game and this is one of the things that will make it too difficult for them to become better players.

Quality

Do not just buy any junior golf shoes that can be found in the stores. There are many shoppers who buy without caring about quality and end up regretting not too long after. One of the things that make people to buy lower quality is that such shoes have a cheaper price tag on them. The biggest mistake that you can ever make is to be obsessed too much by the price that you do not even care about quality. In the end, you will realize that you are spending even more because poor quality golf shoes will not last for long. On the other hand, good quality shoes will last for long and give you value for your money.

Size

Another important thing to consider when buying such shoes is the size. A golf shoe should be well fitted to make the player enjoy wearing it. You do not expect him to play well when the shoes are too big or too small. The good thing is that if you choose to buy from a reliable seller, you will get all the advice that you need to ensure that you select the size that will best suit you. Although there are many sellers, you should not just buy from anyone that you get because you never know what you are buying.

The Price

Of course, every shopper keeps thinking of the price of the items that need to be bought. What do you expect with the difficult economic times? What is without dispute is that there is a big difference in the way different sellers price their junior golf shoes. While others are too expensive, some are reasonable. What is important is for you to strike a balance between the price of the shoes and the quality so that you can get a good offer.

The author of this article is David Jolly. David owns and operates http://www.acegolfing.co.uk/ where you can find all the latest golf equipment.

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Nike Golf Product Reviews

Nike is an athletic brand synonymous with sports like basketball, football and baseball. Nike is the company that brought the masses Air Jordan and the iconic silhouette of Michael Jordan dunking with his legs kicked out as he leapt from the free throw line. In recent years, however, Nike has also emerged as a credible purveyor of golf products, offering its customers everything from Tiger Woods apparel to clubs to golf balls, gloves, bags, footwear and more. You name it, Nike has begun to manufacturer it and send it out to pro shops in local courses across the country.

But for those of us that think of the traditional manufacturers when we think of golf - Ping, Titleist, Callaway - it might be a bit difficult to start thinking of the Nike swoosh when you think about a nice afternoon on the course.

First of all, you'd be doing yourself a disservice if you didn't look to Nike first when you were picking out golf apparel, ranging from breathable shirts to stylish hats to some of the best footwear in golf today. Where Nike has really left its mark in golf is with drivers. Nike's far and away best and most well-known club is the driver, the splashiest and most attention grabbing of all the clubs. The VR Pro Driver is Nike's state-of-the-art club, which has risen considerably in popularity among golfers. According to Nike's Web site, the driver uses variable compression channel technology, a pear-shaped head, high workability, medium launch and low spin. But that's not to say Nike doesn't make other clubs. If you like the VR Pro Driver, then you should check out the VR Pro fairway woods, the VR and youth irons, as well as Nike's hybrid clubs, wedges and putters.

Nike also makes several different types of golf balls. The 20 XI golf ball series is popular among many players. These balls boast a lighter, low-density RZN core, which distributes weight to the perimeter and increases ball MOI. Many golfers say they notice the difference between these and other types of golf balls right away. Other popular types of golf balls are the Crush, Vapor and Power series. They all have different specs and requirements, and individual golfers should investigate, sample and determine what sort of ball is best for them.

Nike also brings its flare for sports gear to the golf bag, which has arguably more variations than any other piece of modern golf equipment. Nike makes bags of all shapes, sizes and customizations. They make bags for young golfers, female golfers and golfers who want to emblazon their bags with the names and logos of their colleges. Finally, much like bags, Nike offers many different variations of eyewear for modern golfers. Nike's golf sunglasses have all different colors of tinted lenses.

For more information about Nike golf products visit http://www.nike.com/ and to book a discounted tee time at many different courses across the country visit http://www.golf18network.com/.

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How to Choose Players for a Disc Golf Outing

With more than 3,000 established disc golf courses in the United States alone, the sport may be justly considered a mainstream recreational pursuit. The Professional Disc Golf Association (PGDA) has established a set of guidelines for tournament play, and tournaments are held year-round.

Serious "frolfers" can find like-minded players in local leagues and through local tournaments, providing themselves with a good match of skill and desire. With the sport growing in popularity, flying disc enthusiasts may be found in many different venues, at all skill levels, and with every degree of seriousness about their game.

Choosing players for an outing often comes down to matching available players according to their approximate skill level. Common divisions separate players based on age and gender. Leagues offer a more formalized playing style, and scores may be tabulated over a playing season in order to determine handicaps and even out the playing field.

Flying disc golf is a much less formal experience than traditional golf. Tee times are more informal, and games outside of league play follow a loose set of restrictions and etiquette. The initial equipment investment is much less expensive than regular golf, and many parks or public courses have provide discs for rent or loan. Appropriate disc golf apparel is more casual; jeans, shorts, t-shirts, and comfortable, loose-fitting clothing are all considered acceptable on the course. Footgear is more important, as the sport involves a great deal of walking and standing; comfortable shoes appropriate to the course should be worn. Because course hazards often involve climbing trees and negotiating sand, and because a proper disc throwing stance involves specific footwork often on wet, slippery grass, sandals and flip-flops are discouraged in favor of athletic footgear.

Players who enjoy playing together will share some common interests, as games may take a great deal of time to complete. For a best experience on the course, players in a group should desire the same thing from their frolf outing, whether that is serious competition, dedicated practice time, a casual outing, or formal recognition. Many of these considerations can be eliminated by joining a league and setting regular tee times with a regular playing group.

League play is rapidly becoming the most popular way to engage in regular flying disc golfing. The structure of the league provides a way to track handicaps and match skill levels, as well as convenient entry into formal tournaments. Many teams, and entire leagues, commission matching disc golf apparel to provide their members with a uniform look to represent their pride and enthusiasm.

Author is a freelance writer. For more information on frolfers please visit http://www.dynamicdiscs.com/

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The Phenomenon That Is Rory McIlroy

So. Rory McIlroy, MBE, bursts back onto the scene after winning the 2012 PGA Championship by a record eight strokes. Well, was he ever really off the scene? A recent dip in form means anyone who bet on him winning the PGA Championship picked up some nice winnings on the Monday after the competition. The 23 year old is the world number one and is the youngest multiple major champion since Seve Ballesteros won the Masters in 1980.

The media outlets on this side of the Atlantic understandably went into overdrive after his win. UK tv station Sky Sports reported him being one of the few British golfers to win 2 majors. RTE, an Irish TV station, reported him being one of only 5 Irish golfers to win a major. Now, if you are not from Europe, you might be wondering how one referred to him as an Irish golfer, and the other as a British golfer. Well, he is Northern Irish. So, he's Irish and he's British. Or he can be one or the other. Still confused? Well, if you know even a small amount of history about Northern Ireland, you will know the whole British/Irish nationality debate. Not to go down a political path, it can get a little confusing once it comes to sport. In 2007, he carried the banner of Ireland at the European Amateur Team Championships and won the Walker Cup for a combined Great Britain and Ireland side. He could represent Ireland or the UK in the Olympics in Rio for example. Sky Sports congratulating a British winner of the PGA Championship wasn't incorrect, neither was RTE congratulating an Irish winner.

The Golfing Union of Ireland (GUI) is the governing body for amateur golf in Ireland. It is an all Ireland union, so takes in clubs in the Republic of Ireland and in Northern Ireland. So, like the rugby team or cricket team, Rory would be considered an Irish golfer the same was as Andrew Trimble would be considered an Irish rugby player. Holywood, County Down, is technically part of the UK, so depending on what passport is in your pocket, you could be Irish or British. Royal Portrush in County Antrim, hosted the Irish Open in 2012, and hosted the Senior British Open in 2004. So, if you think about it, the Irish Open was held in the UK in 2012, but was still held in Ireland if you think about even more. Still confused?

Again, not going down the road of politics, any knowledge of Northern Irish history will tell you that flags are also a contentious issue. You may have seen the flag beside Rory's name on TV last weekend. It's not the English flag. It's not the Union Jack, and it's not the tricolour. It's the Northern Irish flag. You will have seen it beside Darren Clarke's name and Graeme McDowell's name too, both from Northern Ireland. In recent memory, you will have seen McDowell and McIlroy and Clarke posing with the Northern Irish Flag. You might be wondering why it isn't a Union Jack or a tricolour? You would see Padraig Harrington posing with a tricolour. He's an Irish golfer, and so is McIlroy isn't he? Well, as mentioned, it's a complicated issue, and the trio mentioned above always steer clear of politics and stick to playing golf. It seems to be more of a fascination for others than it is for the golfers themselves. It's like many want them to pledge their allegiance to one side or the other. Maybe it doesn't mean much to someone in the US or in New Zealand, but it always crops up in Ireland and the UK when one of them does well in a tournament.

Sporting identity in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland is a book in itself. Symbolism in Northern Ireland is another area which still can be quite controversial. So, something that might seem trivial to an American, such as what flag they will hold aloft if they win a tournament, can be an altogether different matter over these parts, and in Northern Ireland in particular. Maybe, for everyone else, Rory is Irish?

The bigger and better Rory McIlroy gets, the more the media will probe these issues with him. He is face with a dilemma now of who to represent in the Olympics in Rio in 2016. He could represent Ireland or the UK. The choice is his. Whatever he chooses, people will be happy on one side and giving out on the other. As Rory said himself "Whatever I say is going to upset someone. It's hard. I'm Northern Irish. If people want to take me for British they can, and if they want to take me for Irish they can." Everyone else might say "Who cares?!"

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Garmin Approach G3 for All the Golfing Needs

When people do not have gadgets to help them navigate better around the golf course; for example, there are times when people lose track of where the ball would be heading as they do not have GPS devices that can determine where the next hole surely is then sometimes people think that playing Golf is hard. Also, there are many times when you're playing golf that you are not hitting the ball right, you've lost your ball in the rough and don't know the distance and you've gotten tired after the first 9 holes of golf and your judgment if off.

If you are looking for that lightweight device that can serve as a big help to you then look no further because Garmin Approach G3 is available in the market. The whole purpose is that when you are surrounded by green scenery then it can be really confusing for a golfer to measure and decide, and then the GPS devices come with almost the better solution.

The Garmin Approach G3 is preloaded with over 18,000 Golf courses in the United States and even in Canada. Obviously one can think the number 18,000 is not enough then they should know that it increases over time and you do not need a subscription for it which is truly magnificent. It would also help measure the distance traveled between each hole to the other and can also measure individual shot distances that would make players more confident about his/her strokes and swings. Also, it is as light as you can get so you don't have to worry about lugging that extra weight around as well.

One greater feature of this device is the fact that it can immediately see if there are trees that are blocking the way. It will obviously help you navigate around the area and immediately see how you would be able to maneuver your shot so that it falls in the right place. One can easily bring it in pocket; just have to look at it from time to time during the game to help keep track of the current score. If you would like to save your game, it is also possible. You can just connect it to your computer or laptop and save the game. Since the Garmin G3 is touch screen, you can easily touch any point to serve your guide during playing golf or measuring whole distance in a golf course.

Knowing exactly what needs to be done, this device would surely help you to become more efficient and confident not only in the playing skills but also how good your score would be in the end.

I'm Alec Stewert and I've been an avid golfer all my life. I briefly played on the PGA Tour and with some success decided to concentrate on coaching. This is where I developed my love for all new things and golf equipment, including the Garmin Golf GPS. If you want to know more then come check out more reviews here.

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Increase Swing Speed With 2 Simple Training Tips

The typical drive of the average golfer, despite all the latest and greatest technical developments in golf equipment, remains under 200 yards.

By comparison, the PGA Tour average from year to year generally hovers around 285 yards - with the same equipment!

If you had really gained the 15 yards that the commercial had promised you, every time you bought a new driver, you would be hitting over 350 yards every time by now!

The formula for hitting a golf ball farther is pretty simple. You must first hit the ball squarely in the sweet spot, and then you must do it with higher swing speed.

The PGA Tour average for swing speed is around 112 mph. The average golfer swings more in the 80-85 mph range.

So how does one achieve higher clubhead speeds necessary to hit farther? In my 20+ years of teaching and training golfers of all levels - one phenomenon stands out: that the average golfer does not want to work out, stretch, and train hours per week to eke out a few mph of speed.

Here are a couple of simple tips that are proven to increase your clubhead speed and help you hit longer drives.

1. Cover the head of your driver with a low cut sport sock. Find a safe spot with plenty of room, and swing your driver as fast as you possibly can 5 times in a row. You will need to leave your comfort zone for these swings - they will feel a little bit out of control.

2. If you have an old persimmon headed driver laying around, repeat the same drill with it instead.

These implements are just slightly heavier than normal, and will stimulate your muscles to fire faster, and become more coordinated at this higher speed.

At first, perform 3-5 sets of 5 with about a minute of rest in between. If you suffer no ill effects, increase the number of sets. Rest a day in between.

Of course, always warm up first before any all out activity like this. And, if you feel any soreness or discomfort after doing this drill, rest an extra day.

I recommend that you monitor your swing speed with a launch monitor or one of the inexpensive radar measuring devices out there.

Within 6 weeks you will see significant gains in speed and distance - with less than 15 minutes per week of time investment!

See you on the back tees!

At http://www.hititlonger.com/, swing coach Steve Pratt will take you through simple steps to learn a perfect golf swing! From his experience as a player and teacher to some of the longest hitters on the planet, he will show you the most efficient way to swing the club for the best results possible.

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Muscle Activation In The Golf Swing

Having worked in the fitness field for over 30 years, the one thing I know for sure is that time is a significant factor when it comes to exercise compliance. So when partaking in an exercise program to improve your golf game, it would be extremely beneficial to know which muscle groups are relevant in the golf swing so that a focused program can be developed.

A search was done to determine muscle activation during the golf swing. Though somewhat limited, it did uncover a number of muscle groups that are predominant while swinging a golf club.

Exercises should be incorporated into the golf fitness program to isolate these muscle groups in order to better your body to better your game. Strength, and then speed progressions, for some of the groups identified, would maximize results. This should all be preceded, though, by a corrective phase which targets the anatomical deficiencies discovered during the physical assessment. A knowledgeable golf fitness instructor will be able to design and then safely supervise you in a time efficient manner, expediting the results you seek out on the golf course.

The studies broke down the golf swing into 5 phases:

- back swing - address to top of back swing
- forward swing - top of back swing to club horizontal (before impact)
- acceleration - horizontal club to impact
- early follow through - impact to horizontal club (after impact)
- late follow through - horizontal club to completion of swing

In the "least strenuous" back swing phase, the predominant muscles in the upper body included the upper and middle trapezius of the trail side (side further away from target - right side for a right-handed golfer), and the subscapularis (part of the rotator cuff) and upper serratus (shoulder stabilizer) on the target side (left side for a right-handed golfer). In the lower body, the hamstrings (semimembranosus and bicep femoris) on the trail side and the back extensors (erector spinae) and abdominal obliques on the target side were most active.

During the forward swing, the gluteus maximus on the trail side dominates the beginning of the swing sequence with help on the target side from the quadriceps in the front thigh and adductors on the inner thigh. In the upper body the rhomboids and trapezius on the target side and the pectoralis (pecs) and serratus anterior on the trail side are all recruited.

The acceleration phase is dominated by the pecs on both sides of the upper body with help from the serratus on the trail side. The glutes stay pretty active and are assisted by the quads and lateral hamstring on the target side. The abdominal obliques on the trail side join in and will stay active through the early follow-through phase.

The pecs stay fairly active in the early follow-through phase and are joined by members of the rotator cuff (infraspinatus - target, subscapularis - trail). The outer quad and hamstring on the target side also remain active as does the glute on the trail side.

Finally in the late follow through, the two rotator cuff muscles stay involved, but with less effort. The pec on the target side eases up a bit and the serratus, once again, joins in on the trail side. The lateral quads on both sides are active now and the adductor on the target side comes back into play. The glutes on the trail side quiet down a bit, while the target side falls below recognition.

Having said all that and given this breakdown of muscle involvement, it's important to reiterate that a golf fitness program would be most advantageous if it includes exercises that target these sport-specific muscle groups:

Upper Body
- Pecs
- Trapezius
- Rhomboids
- Serratus Anterior
- Rotator Cuff
- Erector Spinae
- Abdominal Obliques

Lower Body
- Glutes
- Quads
- Hamstrings (check for tightness first!)
- Adductors

Though not mentioned, inclusion of the forearm muscle groups would also be productive as trail side forearm flexors recorded significant activity at impact and much more than the extensors. Keep in mind that most people tend to be stronger in the forearm flexors due to constant daily use and attention should be given not to exaggerate that imbalance. In other words, don't just do hand grips all day. Make sure exercises are included that will strengthen forearm extensors. Some examples are dumbbell wrist extensions and the rubber band exercise shown here.

Knowing which muscle groups are relevant in the golf swing provides a checklist for the golfer and offers guidance as to exercise selection. Incorporating both targeted and functional exercises for the above mentioned muscle groups will go a long way toward a better swing and a better game. It will also help reduce the potential for injury.

Bob Forman, MS-Exercise Physiology, is a certified golf fitness instructor and Director of the Golf Fitness Academy in High Point, NC. He has worked with golfers of all ages and levels, including tour players, and his golf fitness articles have been published throughout the US, UK, Japan, South Africa, Germany, Australia, and Canada. His golf fitness website is http://www.golfitcarolina.com/.

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Disc Golf Soars To New Heights

While challenging to master, disc golf, or frolf, is a fun and relaxing way to spend a day outside. It combines the structure of golf with the fun and unpredictability of frisbees to establish one of the most interesting games in recent memory.

The rules of disc golf are simple. Each player starts at a designated throwing area, or tee pad, that is generally made of concrete and is six by ten feet. They have a certain amount of throws to get their disc into a basket that is a certain length away. Depending on the length, each player is given a certain number of throws per hole to stay at par, which is zero. If they reach the basket before the set number, they are given negative points, much like golf. If they have one throw not taken when they reach the basket, they are given negative one point. Two throws remaining would get a player negative two points and so forth. The player with the lowest point total at game's end is declared the winner.

Differences

While sharing many similarities to golf, some rules and customs are different for frolf. One is that unlike a normal golf course, most frisbee golf courses do not have hazards, sand traps or bodies of water. If they do exist within the park, they are usually relegated to the side of each course and considered out of bounds if hit. Another difference is the optional penalty if a frisbee lands more than two meters above the surface of the playing field. This rule is usually decided upon at the beginning of a round. If enforced, the rule carries a penalty of one throw the player's frisbee lands in the trees.

Discs

Another thing to know about frolf is the types of discs that are used. They consist of putters, which are used for close range shots at a basket; mid-ranges, which have sharper edges than putters to help them cut through the air faster; and drivers, which are used for long-range shots. Each of these types of equipment are readily available at any local disc golf store.

Combining the unpredictability of frisbees with the structure of golf, frolf encapsulates almost every aspect of a fun outdoor sport. It keeps the players active and exercising while helping with accuracy as it pertains to throwing the discs. All in all, disc golf is an up-and-coming sport for all ages to play.

Author is a freelance writer. For more information on long-range shots please visit http://www.dynamicdiscs.com/

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