Golf tips
Short, practical tips to play sharper, fitter, and with more fun, for every level and every season.
The provisional ball: when and how to hit a second ball?
An explanation of the provisional ball rule: how to announce it correctly and why it is essential for keeping play moving on the golf course.
Read the tipGeneralThe 4 Majors in golf: history, tradition and the Grand Slam
This article gives a historical overview of the four Majors in golf and explains why these tournaments form the ultimate test for any professional golfer.
Read the tipTechniqueAlignment: aiming like a professional
This article explains how to overcome the optical illusion of sideways aiming by using parallel lines and a reference point just in front of the ball.
Read the tipTechniqueImproving your golf swing at home: 3 exercises for more rotation
Effective exercises to improve your golf rotation and flexibility at home without using a golf club.
Read the tipFitness & preparationThe golf mindset: how to instantly forget a disastrous hole
A guide on how golfers build mental resilience and forget bad scores through psychological routines and reset techniques.
Read the tipTechniqueSand wedge or 8-iron? The best chip choice for beginners
This article explains how the physics of the sand wedge often gets in the way of beginners and why a lower ball flight with an 8-iron leads to more consistency and better scores.
Read the tipGeneralOvercoming course anxiety: how to stay calm on the golf course
Tips and strategies for beginning golfers to stay calm and avoid feeling rushed by faster players on the course.
Read the tipTechniqueThe right golf grip: overlap or interlock explained
A technical explanation of the overlap and interlock grip and how these techniques help the hands work as one unit.
Read the tipTechniqueHitting from the rough: expectations and strategy
An analysis of the physical challenges of hitting from long grass and how realistic course management prevents higher scores.
Read the tipTechniquePosture and stance in golf: the impact of small mistakes
An analysis of how small mistakes in your golf posture and stance lead to big technical problems and physical complaints.
Read the tipEquipmentBuying second-hand golf clubs: Golfbidder, Marktplaats or Vinted?
This article compares the main platforms for used golf equipment based on reliability, price and warranty, including tips for spotting the best deals.
Read the tipEquipmentCustom fitting for beginners: is it worth the investment?
An analysis of why a custom-made golf set is essential, even for beginners, to prevent compensation movements and injuries.
Read the tipEquipmentTrolley, electric trolley or caddie: the best choice for you
A comparison of the physical and strategic advantages of manual trolleys, electric trolleys and the use of a caddie in golf.
Read the tipEquipmentBuying a golf bag: stand bag, cart bag or pencil bag?
A comparison of the different types of golf bags and which model best matches your physical needs and playing style.
Read the tipEquipmentMaintaining your equipment: the science of clean grooves
An explanation of the physical function of grooves on golf clubs and why keeping them clean is essential for spin and ball control.
Read the tipGeneralFrom handicap 54 to 36: an analysis of progression and time
An analysis of the average time a golfer needs to move from handicap 54 to 36 within the World Handicap System.
Read the tipGeneral12 ways to save on your golf year
A practical overview of twelve methods to lower the annual cost of golf through smart choices in equipment and tee times.
Read the tipTechniqueBall position per club: the geometry behind a clean impact
An explanation of the physics behind ball position and why the spot of the ball in your stance changes as the club gets longer.
Read the tipEtiquette & rulesRake etiquette: raking bunkers like a pro
A guide to the correct technique for raking bunkers and the discussion about the best place to leave the rake.
Read the tipGeneralAchieving Handicap 54: the path for beginning golfers
An explanation of the path to Handicap 54, how the system for beginners works and the importance of safety and enjoyment.
Read the tipGeneralWhat is Par in golf?
A clear explanation of what Par means, how the scorecard is structured, and how the difficulty of a golf hole is determined.
Read the tipFitness & preparationMaintaining concentration: the psychology of the four-hour round
Discover how breathing techniques and a fixed pre-shot routine help you keep your mental focus throughout a full round of golf.
Read the tipFitness & preparationThe 5-minute warm-up: dynamic activation for the first tee
A practical guide to dynamic stretching exercises that prepare golfers in five minutes for a safe and smooth round.
Read the tipSeasonGolf in summer vs. winter: the impact of the surface
An analysis of how dry summer courses and wet winter ground affect the roll of the golf ball and how to adjust your strategy accordingly.
Read the tipSeasonClothing layers for golf: warmth without losing mobility
An explanation of how the three-layer system helps golfers stay warm and keep maximum freedom of movement on cold days.
Read the tipEtiquette & rulesThe universal alarm signal: when do you shout "Fore"?
A guide to course safety in golf, with instructions on when to shout "Fore" and where to stand safely while another player is hitting.
Read the tipEtiquette & rulesThe basic rules for hazards: procedures in bunker and water
An overview of the official procedures and rules for golfers when a ball ends up in a bunker or water hazard.
Read the tipEtiquette & rulesThe pitchmark and the divot: the science behind course care
A scientific look at why correctly repairing pitchmarks and divots is essential for the health and playability of the golf course.
Read the tipTechniqueThe basics of putting
An explanation of how a stable lower body and a pendulum motion give you better control over distance when putting.
Read the tipEquipmentGolf balls for beginners
A scientific explanation of how the number of layers and the compression of a golf ball affect the performance of beginning golfers.
Read the tipEquipmentThe 14-club rule: the strategic build of your equipment
An overview of the rules around maximum equipment and the specific functions of woods, irons and putters.
Read the tipEquipmentThe anatomy of the golf shoe: stability and grip
An in-depth analysis of why specialised golf shoes are essential for the biomechanics of the swing and for injury prevention.
Read the tipSeasonThe physics of golf in winter
A deep dive into how air density, thermodynamics and aerodynamics affect ball flight when the temperature drops and the wind picks up.
Read the tipFitness & preparationKinematic sequence: the biomechanics of a durable golf swing
Learn how a correct biomechanical sequence and mobility in the upper back create a more powerful swing and a long, injury-free golf career.
Read the tipGeneralThe anatomy of the World Handicap System: how your level is really calculated
An explanation of how the World Handicap System uses statistics, the latest 2024 updates and course conditions to calculate your current golf level accurately and fairly.
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