Golf swing trainers are any device that will take you through the correct golf swing mechanics to help you repeat a golf swing that will hold up for 18 holes. With the glut of training aids for golf hitting the market by the day, it is easy to open up your wallet in hopes for a better swing.
I am not against the use of training aids, but am a little skeptical with all the promises some of them make during their commercials or in their print ads. They all promise more distance, accuracy and lower scores. Isn't that "old hat" now? Longer yards, lower scores and better overall performance? You see it on every magazine cover...and hear it on golf broadcasts daily.
Here's the kicker!
There are several "tried-and-true" golf swing trainers I still use today that I got over 8 years ago! You heard that right. Over 8 years and still good. When my swing starts to go south, I dust them off, and use them for a week or two until I get my swing back on track.
Works like a charm!
If your money is burning a hole in your pocket, the most important thing to look for is what the swing trainer actually does. Is it close to actual movement of a golf swing? Does it seem logical for your golf swing fault? Is it reasonably priced? Can you try it first before you buy it?
There are several out there right now that do not mimic the golf swing and ingrain poor swing mechanics and improper muscle memory habits. I will not bad-mouth that they are, but if it doesn't closely resemble a mechanically sound golf swing, it is not worth spending the money on.
Results! The bottom line!
In the end...did it improve your particular swing fault? Were you able to take it to the course and actually make good swings for 18 holes? So many times golfers buy these golf swing trainers, use them a couple of times, and never see results.
I can't figure that out. Why would you ever spend your hard-earned money, and not make good use of that purchase? I don't want to say I have never done this, but I am sure as heck more aware of the money I spend now and how kind of return on investment I'm getting.
Put this statement in your brain..."you cannot ever blame the training aid if you don't use it!"
Like anything...do it consistently to give it a fair chance. Make a point to use it daily at first. Most of things swing trainers can be used right in your home or even your office, so it's very convenient to use.
What is your swing fault?
The first thing you need to do is diagnose your specific swing fault. Every golfer has a swing fault that creeps into his or her game on a daily basis. Don't you? Even if you have a good round going, doesn't your dreaded swing fault show up sooner than later? I know this is what happens to me.
Once you recognize your consistent golf swing fault, you need to look at the mechanics or physical issues that are causing it. This will help you narrow down you decision for a golf swing trainer that will help you achieve your goals.
Don't buy it because it's popular!
It is so easy to fall into the trap of infomercials. They are done so well, before you know it...you are getting your credit card out and placing your order. Don't do it! Pay attention to the exact issue each and every swing trainer addresses. The problem is most of them say they solve ALL the swing faults, which is not possible.
Your body is doing something incorrect, and it is causing your swing fault. Not every trainer out there can correct this physical issue. Therefore, you should not fall for the marketing pitch these companies are doing to you. Stay focused and pick your weapon wisely.
See if you can demo one from your local golf store.
One thing golfers never do is try to use it for free. That's right! Go in there and tell them you are interested in and do they have the particular one you want to use as a demo. If they have one that has been returned, they will do it. I have done it and it works. You can't be shy! Go in and give it a try!
Use it consistently!
Now you've made your decision, spent the money and have it in your possession. What normally happens is you use it once or twice and put it in your golf garage never to use it again right? I can say this because I have done it. If you want to be successful with your new golf swing trainer, you've go to use it regularly! I know this sounds stupid, but I know 80% of golfers don't do this.
To be successful in anything, you need to be persistent and consistent with your new program. Set out to use it daily at a certain time of the day and schedule it in. I am dead serious! Put it in your appointment book and do it! This will insure you have a constant reminder to use it. Take this approach and the sky is the limit!
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