David Vihlen David Vihlen

Hands forward or center at address?

The word " TURN" in the golf swing is misunderstood by most amateurs.

When an amateur hears the word "Turn" in reference to the golf swing, they automatically think about making the biggest hip turn as possible on the back swing to create power. This could not be further from the truth…

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David Vihlen David Vihlen

Should I putt or chip just off the green?

The word " TURN" in the golf swing is misunderstood by most amateurs.

When an amateur hears the word "Turn" in reference to the golf swing, they automatically think about making the biggest hip turn as possible on the back swing to create power. This could not be further from the truth…

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David Vihlen David Vihlen

How do I hit a flop shot the correct way?

The word " TURN" in the golf swing is misunderstood by most amateurs.

When an amateur hears the word "Turn" in reference to the golf swing, they automatically think about making the biggest hip turn as possible on the back swing to create power. This could not be further from the truth…

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David Vihlen David Vihlen

Up and down out of the bunker Part 1

The word " TURN" in the golf swing is misunderstood by most amateurs.

When an amateur hears the word "Turn" in reference to the golf swing, they automatically think about making the biggest hip turn as possible on the back swing to create power. This could not be further from the truth…

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David Vihlen David Vihlen

What is the hip turn?

The word " TURN" in the golf swing is misunderstood by most amateurs.

When an amateur hears the word "Turn" in reference to the golf swing, they automatically think about making the biggest hip turn as possible on the back swing to create power. This could not be further from the truth…

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David Vihlen David Vihlen

How to read a green

Putting is the Most important part of the Game Of Golf.

The trick to putting well is to get the ball rolling ASAP. There are many putting techniques, but most importantly, the eyes are positioned over the ball at address. When trying to figure out what the putt will do, there are a few considerations…

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David Vihlen David Vihlen

Producing a Low Flight Shot

I have found myself in a situation where I must produce a Low Flight for an extended period. I have chosen a #3 wood. Ball placement is normally left of center within the stance to create a high flight. This is not a normal shot, I need to make adjustments. To keep a low trajectory…

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David Vihlen David Vihlen

Guide or deliver the club head

There are 2 basic ways of delivering the club head to the back of the ball. For many years players have been instructed to lead the club to the back of the ball. Hands forward, shaft lean, pull the handle…I prefer a different method! Have you ever been advised to KEEP YOUR HEAD DOWN…

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