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Golf Warming Up Tips Golf Warming Up TipsBefore you start a round of golf, it is important that you remember to warm up for the match. People warm up for their chosen sports all the time, as it reduces the risk of injury; golf is no different. By the time professionals step up to the first tee, they are fully prepared to give their best from the first swing onward. To get a good exercise round in, you will need to warm up; that will mean getting to the course early. You may need to take care of things in the golf shop or anything else that you have planned, but you must not feel rushed to get all these things done just so you can get a good warm up in. Get there early and get everything done so that you can get a nice exercise session done in time. Putting is a big part of golf and as such, you will need to do some warming up before you start putting. It is the slowest and smoothest of all strokes in golf, which means you will need a different warm up. So set some golf balls down, starting putting; and you should be ready to tackle any greens that come your way when golfing. Stretching can improve your game radically, especially if you stretch properly. It will also help you avoid injuries, which are often the result of tense muscles. Time your warm up so that you will make it to the first tee in time with everyone else. You do not want to stand there for a few minutes after you just finished warming up. If you do have a delay, stand by the side of the tee, make slow swings, and stretch so that you can stay loose. If you choose not to warm up before a game, then you are starting the game with a severe handicap. | ||
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