yes there is and if you've peaked and are happy then all is good
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yes there is and if you've peaked and are happy then all is good
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Happy on a golf course regardless of level :thup:
Reckon got another two shots or even that could come of my H/C - no peaking just yet
Foxholer
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But ignored it!
You must frequent some pretty expensive pubs btw!
How much 'tuition' do you get from osmosis via Pro-Ams?
And how does the 'self-teach' work - as you claim not to practice?!
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Great to self teach if you are off single figures and have a good concept of the swing. If you are coming back off a long break or starting out then I disagree. I think if the OP saved £5 a week he could get a lesson in 4-5 weeks and get the benefits of direct one to one tuition geared to his needs. And yes, Reading does have some expensive pubs
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I wasnt off single figures nor have a clue about the concept of a great swing !
Its very suprising what you can find in books and on the internet - lots of handy tips that can be tried - lots of trial and error.
Maybe have a pro tell you what to do is like a comfort blanket ?
Not a comfort blanket at all. I find that rather unfair. I prefer the one to one relationship and working on what I'm shown, feeding back how that shot felt, checking it on the monitor and video. It's the way I learn best. For me, I can't see the point of trial and error, working on stuff that is wrong. Why waste time on something that doesn't work.
For me, I'd rather get shown a swing fix, go away, bleed that into my game and go out and play better the next time as a result. That is fulfilment for me
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How do you know it doesnt work unless you give it a try ? Who says its wrong ? Are all those pros who post tips on the net or in magazines printed "wrong" information ?
You could try something you see in a video and "boom" it clicks - payment = zero
Can people not see a swing fix on the internet and then test it out ?
Its a tried and tested method for me and it appears to have worked for me so imo trying stuff out seen on the net should never ever be dismissed.
pendodave
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I've just got back from hitting a few pitching wedges after watching the 'set and hinge' video that the coach posted up.
Played 8 holes with a couple of mates straight after and with just driver/7/9/pw in the bag hit 4 pars/4 bogies (really solid for me).
Really nailed the irons which have been a bit of a struggle recently.
Am a bit wary of recommending youtube vids after a single evening of form, but that doesn't seem to stop the mental game boys !!
In all seriousness, everyone is different. I would recommend trying to video yourself if self-improving using the web - what you think is happening and what is really happening are always different, often by a huge amount. It may look a bit sad, but it's worth it.
Played 8 holes with a couple of mates straight after and with just driver/7/9/pw in the bag hit 4 pars/4 bogies (really solid for me).
Really nailed the irons which have been a bit of a struggle recently.
Am a bit wary of recommending youtube vids after a single evening of form, but that doesn't seem to stop the mental game boys !!
In all seriousness, everyone is different. I would recommend trying to video yourself if self-improving using the web - what you think is happening and what is really happening are always different, often by a huge amount. It may look a bit sad, but it's worth it.
As usual you've missed the point even though it was highlighted to help. I PREFER not to try stuff that may or may not work. Of course you can try a swing fix out. What happens if it goes wrong. Was it the fix or your execution. I have tried self diagnosing before and I'VE FOUND that what might fix one thing will cause a flaw elsewhere. Maybe its my swing but I FIND one on one with a pro and using their equipment (launch monitor, video etc) works better for me and I don't want to allocate time to stuff that may not work
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And Does working with a Pro give you a "guarentee" that it "will" work ?
Your post 24 had you disagree with "selg help" etc and all i have done is counter that with my own experience so not sure why the defences have come up again.
It doesn't give a guarantee but then again nothing in golf does. I GET more satisfaction using the changes the pro shows me integrated and working knowing it has been something specific to my faults rather than second guessing what is causing the swing issues in the first place, finding the right cure online, and then finding a way to get it working without any "comfort blanket" help and feedback from the pro.
I didn't disagree with self help. Your are off single figures and so must have a degree of understanding on how your swing works for you and what is and isn't good for it. That, and your playing experience makes it easier for you to choose online. My argument (pay attention) is that new or inexperienced golfers may lack that knowledge. That makes it far harder for them to find, access and integrate the RIGHT information. I just don't see why you'd want to spend time working on something that may or may not work. I would rather have a lesson, feed back to my pro what is and isn't working and go from there.
I have no issues with anyone wanting to learn online if that's their preferred method. It just isn't how I would do it.
I didn't disagree with self help. Your are off single figures and so must have a degree of understanding on how your swing works for you and what is and isn't good for it. That, and your playing experience makes it easier for you to choose online. My argument (pay attention) is that new or inexperienced golfers may lack that knowledge. That makes it far harder for them to find, access and integrate the RIGHT information. I just don't see why you'd want to spend time working on something that may or may not work. I would rather have a lesson, feed back to my pro what is and isn't working and go from there.
I have no issues with anyone wanting to learn online if that's their preferred method. It just isn't how I would do it.
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I didnt start of at single figures - i was a 24 handicap just over 5 years ago and thats when i started looking on the internet and in magazines etc - i was new and inexpeirenced ( hence why my post said "i wasnt off single figures when i started" )
I still havent got a clue about my swing or how a swing works - i see things and then i try them - i could see where the golf ball was going and adjust things. I watched Gmac drive once and get a great draw - so i tried his set up and it didnt work - then tried something else and it worked.
You spend time and money with a pro on things that may or may not work ?! - i spend time on things that may not work ( but costs me nothing )
So yes an new inexperienced golfer can look on the internet and find things and try things out and there is a chance it will work
Going round in circles (not for the first time when you get involved in a thread). In simple terms I prefer the so called comfort blanket of a teaching pro showing me what to do. You preferred to learn via video and literature and made good progress so fair play. As for me, like Aimpoint, New Golf thinking etc I'm happy to plough my own furrow and do it my way. I think I've explained my position but no doubt you'll come back for the final word and pick another hole (or want some form of verification). Nuff said on the subject by me I think
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Give it a rest you two please
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All i did Homer is reply to your argument ( as you put it ) that "new and inexperienced golfers" may lack the knowledge required to find stuff online and choose ( google is great ).
But everytime you are countered you bring up a defensive wall ? Surely you must expect people to challenge or counter your opinion on a forum ?
But everytime you are countered you bring up a defensive wall ? Surely you must expect people to challenge or counter your opinion on a forum ?
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Give it a rest you two please
Surely we are just debating the subject at hand ?
Foxholer
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Phil. You and Homer are so far apart in approaches that you are never going to find common ground!
I know what works best for me, and it's way nearer your approach than Homer's. But if that's how Homer wants to go about it, then fine!
But you haven't answered my question in Post 23. How does 'self-teach' work - as you claim not to practice?! Surely you don't just whack it straight into your game!
I know what works best for me, and it's way nearer your approach than Homer's. But if that's how Homer wants to go about it, then fine!
But you haven't answered my question in Post 23. How does 'self-teach' work - as you claim not to practice?!
Surely you don't just whack it straight into your game!
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Phil. You and Homer are so far apart in approaches that you are never going to find common ground!
I know what works best for me, and it's way nearer your approach than Homer's.
But you haven't answered my question in Post 23. How does 'self-teach' work - as you claim not to practice?!
I do indeed - during roll ups or swindles during the mornings in the week
This week i tried a new putter
Last week i just tweaked my bunker shots little
etc etc
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