I’m looking to buy my first set of Golf Clubs tomorrow. I don’t want to spend an incredible amount, but I also don’t want the clubs to break when i try to hit the ball and accidently swipe the grass. Any tips on what I should be looking for when I go to Sports Authority or Dick’s Sporting Goods tomorrow and try holding some clubs and irons in my hand?

PS: I plan on playing at least once a week.

I bought a good set of mizuno irons for just 200 euro. You just have to shop around until you find what you’re looking for. Usually shops have new technology in them which tells you how straight you hit the shot , distance, etc,etc.

Just head for the shops during sales and you’ll get a good deal.

Golf exercises can help you maintain a fixed spine angle in your golf swing. A number of components are required for successful golf shots. No matter if you are on the tee box or hitting a short iron shot to the green a fixed spine angle is necessary. As we all know alterations in your spine angle can easily cause compensations in your swing. Leading to miss-hits and bogies rather than birdies. One of these keys to improving your spine angle lies within golf fitness exercises and training.

Overall, a number of physical components are necessary for the execution of most any golf shot. The reason for this is connected to the requirement of drawing the club through a long range of motion on the correct swing plane. This leaves you with little room for error in either tempo or sequencing of every phase in the swing.

Now, in order to accomplish the requirements of the golf swing the amateur golfer must have certain levels of flexibility, balance, strength, and power. If the body is lacking in any or all of these physical components, execution of the golf swing may be difficult. So in order to provide you with the opportunity to hit your golf shots successfully we can implement golf fitness exercises into your training program to develop these parameters.

A quick review of the Golf Swing indicates a requirement of maintaining a fixed spine angle as well as additional postural positions. In order for your body to perform these requirements of the golf swing the muscles of your body require certain levels of strength.

Strength relative to the golf swing can be defined as the ability of your muscles to exert the required levels of force to perform the movements within the swing. If your body is lacking in the levels of strength required of the golf swing. The ability to maintain your spine angle and postural positions of the swing will be compromised.

As stated previously the process of developing muscular strength for the golf swing is relatively simple. It consists of utilizing golf specific strength training exercises to develop the required levels of strength to maintain a consistent spine angle in your golf swing.

One such strength exercises I often use with professional golfers for this goal is Bent Knee Marches. This is a simple exercise to perform and is very proficient at developing strength in the hips, abdominals, lower back, and hamstrings. All of which are important muscles in the maintenance of your spine angle.

Begin the exercise lying with your back flat on the floor, knees bent, and feet together. Point your toes upward by pressing the heels into the floor. Elevate your hips off the floor inline with your knees and shoulders.

Slowly lift the left heel off the floor maintaining a bend in the knee and hips elevated. Continue to lift the heel 3-4 inches off the floor, pause for one second, and return to the starting position of the exercise. Repeat the “lift’ with the right heel. Alternate back and forth for 10-15 repetitions.

Keep in mind there are a number of components required in the execution of your golf swing. One of which is a fixed spine angle. And order to maintain a fixed spine angle certain levels of muscular strength are required of your body. Muscular strength for the golf swing can be improved through golf exercises such as the one described above. Keep in mind it is a series of golf exercises within a golf fitness program that can have a positive effect on both your spine angle and golf swing.

Sean Cochran is one of the most recognized golf fitness instructors in the world today. He travels the PGA Tour regularly working with professional golfers, most notable PGA and Masters Champion Phil Mickelson. To learn more about Sean Cochran and his golf fitness exercises and training programs go to http://www.seancochran.com

Sean Cochran
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Many golfers are very particular with their sport equipments. And a real golfer values his golf set a lot. Golf such an expensive sport. Every equipment, club, and accessory should be well taken cared of, if only to protect your investment. This is the reason why golf travel cases are one of the necessities of a golfer. A golf travel case is the equipment that will secure the clubs when the golfer is out on a golf vacation or playing on a tournament. It is quite impossible to bring all the clubs that you need with you without the travel case. You can’t play golf without this piece of equipment.

Fortunately, golfers have many choices when it comes to golf travel cases. But if you only want the best, be certain of what you should buy. If you are not careful, you will end up with something of low quality. To guide you as to which golf travel case to buy, follow these tips:

1. Consider the style.

You might think that style is the least important. But that isn’t the case with golf travel cases. With the many designs you can choose from, it is only right that you pick the right one – the one that is a perfect match to your needs. The two major classes of golf travel bags are the hard-sided and soft-sided ones. Between the two, the hard-sided types are the better choice because of its durability and overall protection. The only downside of this style is that it can be quite heavy. It is not as portable as the soft-sided ones. So choose wisely. Do you need superior protection or would you rather go for convenience?

2. Consider the brand.

There are many golf travel cases manufacturers these days. Some of your choices are Cargo Golf, Burton, Datrek, and Samsonite. Needless to say, you have to go for the brand that you trust. Get the one that is made by the manufacturer of your own luggage.

3. Define the price.

You might be able to afford every golf travel case in the market. But even so, you should declare a reasonable budget for it. Know that these cases are normally sold at $100 up. Golf travel sets sold lower than a hundred bucks may not be durable. But those priced ridiculously might be too much a joke to buy. You know your finances. So buy accordingly.

4. Find retailer discounts.

Discounts do count. Try to buy from a store, whether online or offline, that gives out price cuts in your purchase. It may be as small as a shipping discount. But that would mean a lot of savings if you think about it. Some stores sell golf sets or packages. If you can get your travel case along with the rest of the clubs, that’s going to be a big benefit to you.

5. Check the warranty.

Always check the warranty that goes with the product you’re buying. Golf travel cases come with a warranty too. It would be best to go for the one that offers replacement or repairs for their cases because you are almost assured of a good quality product with them.

Edward Chen
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A trip to the Dominican Republic means one thing for many people.  It means the chance to play some great golf.  With the Golf Clubs the DR has to offer, people are sure to be able to hit the links and have a great time on the courses.  For many people, that is the way to have the perfect vacation.

Golf Courses in the DR are not the same as courses in many other areas of the world.  The DR works hard to maintain the best courses in the world.  The courses are professionally designed, and they are as difficult as they are beautiful.  Those who truly want a challenge when it comes to golf can enjoy a game on one of the courses the DR offers.

The Catalonia Cabeza de Tora Golf Club offers a great course for those who have a lot of experience with golf, along with beginners.  With its great view and challenging holes, people of all skill levels will manage to have fun while playing at this course.

This course is owned by the Catalonia Bavaro Resort, and it boasts five lakes.  Players who are up to the challenge will be able to take the nine holes on in this executive course.  Often, people think of an executive course as easy, but that is not the case with this one.  Players will be challenged for the nine holes they play.

Cocotal Golf and Country Club is the course you should play if you are looking for a way to spend the entire day.  This course has a total of 27 holes, and you can easily spend hours navigating through the lakes and coconut trees.  The course is beautiful and challenging. 

Golfers can warm up on the driving range before they tee off.  After the game is over, they can relax in the clubhouse and get something to eat from the cafeteria or enjoy a drink from the bar.

Many golfers like to sit in the clubhouse and talk after a tough game.  People have a lot of stories to share after they finish this difficult course.

The La Cana Golf Club hosts international tournaments and it is a challenge, as well as a lot of fun.  The course is made of up eighteen holes, and players are able to get a gorgeous view of the Caribbean Sea when they play.  Fourteen of the holes take players along the sea, which allows people to feel the peace and tranquility while they play.

Legendary golfer Nick Faldo has designed a new course for Roco Ki Golf Club in Punta Cana.  This golf course is said to be the fantasy course for the avid golfer.  With amazing holes and great views, it is a wonderful place to relax and play golf.  It is sure to offer a challenge for golfers of all abilities.

The DR is known for golf, and these clubs will not disappoint you.  You are sure to get in some of the best golf of your life when you visit the DR.  You will find the area has one premier course after the next, so you will be able to fill your trip with great golf.

Take your time and travel to the different courses.  Each golf course offers its own personality and benefits, which means you will be able to enjoy each course for its own merits.  The DR is a great place to go for a golfing vacation, so if you are up to the challenge bring your clubs along and have some fun.  You can see some of the best of the DR while hitting the links.

Alex Bezborodko
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The Sports PLC are proud to announce the new Golf Clubs from Nike. The Sports PLC have the latest golf club names are the lowest prices. One of the Nike golf clubs is the Nike Golf SasQuatch Sumo driver. This is available at the low price of £99.99, one of the cheapest on the net.

Nike is one of the major leading brands in golf and big name players are signed with them. The SasQuatch Sumo driver has been used by Trevor Immelman, Anthony Kim, Justin Leonard, Grace Park and Suzann Pettersen. The driver had over 29 wins on the PGA tour in 2007. Nike have had more wins than any other brand in 2006, 2007 and 2008.

The original Sasquatch driver has won numerous awards. When the  Nike engineers set out to create an improvement on their clubs they had a difficult mission on their hands. However they proved that the mission was accomplished with the SasQuatch Sumo. The driver is the latest technology which boasts a new Nike PowerBow geometry for even more distance and forgiveness. The PowerBow configuration adds weight to the bottom perimeter of the driver while moving the centre of gravity lower and further back. This gives a SUper MOment of inertia hence the Sumo name. Another dramatic improvement is the shaft by Mitsubishi Rayon which is now high performance Diamana. The graphite shaft is designed to blend power and stability, with a light weight feel and an optimized tip profile for better distance and accuracy. This is the latest in golf club design!

The Nike Sumo driver golf club offers many advantages over other brands. It uses the highest MOI by utilising a multimaterial construction and new PowerBow design which delivers superior forgiveness and greater distance.  The PowerBow design has a radical square design increasing the MOI for superior forgiveness and greater distance. The golf club has a full titanium construction and Diamana graphite shaft. The Sports PLC have purchased the driver in Men’s right hand in 9.5º stiff and 10.5º regular so there is a SasQuatch Sumo driver to suit most players.

Nike Golf SV Tour Wedge

The Sports PLC have the pleasure of selling more Nike equipment. The Nike Golf SC Tour Wedges have been a complete success and we are offering them to you at a very low price. The profile, bounce and groove contour of the Nike SV Tour wedges were designed with the help from the Nike Golf Tour staff members. The SV stands for Spin Velocity and ultimate control!

The golf clubs have classic profiles and grinds which provide a clean look with maximum versatility. The face is CNC milled which is flat and provides consistent golf ball response off the club face for more accurate shots. The SV Tour Wedges provide control, confidence and accuracy for a solid short game.

The Sports PLC have a variety of Nike items on offer and only have a limited amount in stock. Make sure you don’t miss out!

David Potts
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