One of the first things you learn in golf isn’t necessarily about the swing itself. Instead, it’s a piece of etiquette that might save your life or the life of another golfer. It might sound drastic but it’s true. Anybody who’s ever played this game has heard the word “FORE” and immediately ducked behind a […]
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Are you searching for the best golf training aids to finally take your game to the next level? At The Left Rough, we get it. Whether you’re playing good or bad, you’re probably always trying to get better at some part of the game. Because let’s face it, you can never really conquer this great
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Playing the right golf shafts can have a massive impact on your ball flight and distance. While most golfers focus on shaft weight and flex, let’s not forget about golf shaft torque. This is a good question because torque in a golf shaft is very misunderstood. A lot of everyday recreational golfers have no clue what
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Golf is hard for a lot of reasons including the complex swing, different clubs, unique course designs, and weather. But the biggest reason to me is the amount of different types of golf shots. As a beginner golfer, it’s easy to get overwhelmed with how many shots you need in your arsenal. From the opening
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Golf has a lot of moving parts – legs, upper body, wrists, and even head position all play a pivotal role in making solid contact. One part that doesn’t get talked about enough is shoulder tilt in the golf swing. If your shoulder tilt (or lack thereof) isn’t correct at setup, it’s going to cause a ton
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Your hand position has a big role in your golf swing. Do you have a high hands golf swing or one with lower hands? Each position has its own pros and cons so let’s dive in to see which position can benefit you the most. This type of swing is very different from a one
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Just imagine that you booked your ultimate golf bucket list trip. Maybe you chose somewhere iconice like Pebble Beach, St. Andrews, Bandon Dunes, TPC Sawgrass or Pinehurst. You’re probably excited beyond belief. A vacation with your friends or family playing the course(s) you’ve always dreamt about playing. That is, until you start thinking about the
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Tiger Woods once said the hardest shot to hit in golf is a straight shot. I don’t think he’s wrong either. But if you’re like most golfers, chances are you ask “How do you hit the ball straight in golf?” Let’s just say it’s easier said than done. Because let’s face it, if Tiger struggles to
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If you want to shoot lower scores every round you need to improve your short game… fast! A good short game can salvage your round even if your ball striking is off. It can also help you go low when your ball striking is on and card some of your best rounds. Plus, unlike your
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Every golf instructor or YouTube video seems to focus on shoulder rotation. But what about the hip turn in the golf swing? It’s a good question and the topic doesn’t get enough attention at times. Yet, without the right amount of hip turn, you’re setting yourself up for failure. The hips and shoulders do not
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