The golf drive is a part of the game that a lot of golfers want to improve upon. It is often the first shot off the tee and is an essential shot in setting up your approach to the green.
When hitting a long drive many people try too hard to hit it a long distance, and very often miss-hit as a consequence. When I first began playing golf this was certainly a problem that I had. I would be trying to hit the ball as far as possible and the accuracy of the shot would decrease as a result. As you will know hitting a long drive is of little use if it ends up in the rough.
Despite what you might think being able to hit a long drive isn't all about swinging the club harder, it is about swinging stronger. By that I mean you should concentrate on using the driving muscles that you use when you swing; the legs and back especially, rather than trying to get too much force from the arms only. If you concentrate too much on the arms during the swing you will find that the arms and hands will become tense which will slow down and hamper your swing.
This is why you will more than likely see many golfers who are able to hit a golf long drive at much greater distance than you, but seem to do so at relative ease. Once you learn how to hit the ball far on the drive though, with practice you will find it easier and easier to continually do so.
As with most things practice makes perfect. Some people will naturally be able to hit a long golf drive, but any golfer will tell you that consistency is essential. After all, what use is it hitting a long drive on the fairway on one hole, to then hit the next three into the rough?
One of the ways that I became more consistent with my long drive is by taking note of some golf long drive tips and then practicing what I'd been taught. Other people prefer to have instruction from professionals but this can be quite expensive. The driving range is a good place to practice new shots and swings. It may take some time to get used to any new tips that you've learnt but over time you will become better at the long drive.
I've bought many guides and training aids over the years and have learnt quite a lot from many that have lowered my handicap, but I've also bought several that offer very little practical advice.
For a top resource that I've used and recommend to anyone wanting to improve their swing and long drive go to Golf Swing Technique.
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