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What club should I use for chipping around the green?
Choosing the Right Club for Chipping Around the Green Chipping around the green is a critical short game skill that......
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Where should the ball be positioned in my stance?
Optimal Ball Position in Your Golf Stance Ball position is a foundational element of a consistent golf swing, directly influencing......
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Should my hands be ahead of the ball at address?
Hand Position at Address: A Key Fundamental for Solid Golf Contact In golf setup, hand position relative to the ball......
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How much should I bend my knees when chipping?
Knee Flex in Chipping: The Optimal Setup for Consistent Contact In chipping, proper knee bend is essential for maintaining balance,......
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Do I use my wrists or keep them firm during a chip shot?
Mastering Wrist Action in Chip Shots Chip shots are essential low-trajectory shots around the green, designed for control and precision.......
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How do I know how far back to swing for different distances?
Understanding Backswing Length for Distance Control In golf, controlling distance is essential for precise shot-making, and backswing length is one......
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What’s the difference between a chip and a pitch shot?
Understanding Chip Shots vs. Pitch Shots in Golf In golf, particularly around the greens, distinguishing between a chip shot and......
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Should I hit down on the ball or sweep it?
Hitting Down vs. Sweeping the Ball: The Right Approach for Each Club In golf, whether you should hit down on......
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How do I avoid chunking or blading chip shots?
Understanding Chunking and Blading in Chip Shots Chunking occurs when you hit the turf well behind the ball, resulting in......
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What’s the basic setup and technique for a standard chip?
Understanding the Standard Chip Shot A standard chip is a low-trajectory shot played from around the green, designed for precision......
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How do I adjust my technique for different lies (tight, fluffy, uphill, downhill)?
Adjusting Your Golf Technique for Different Lies As a golfer, mastering adjustments for various lies is essential for consistent ball-striking......
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What’s the proper weight distribution for consistent contact?
Proper Weight Distribution for Consistent Contact in Golf Consistent contact in golf relies heavily on maintaining balance and proper weight......
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How do I control trajectory with different clubs?
Understanding Trajectory Control in Golf Trajectory refers to the path the ball follows through the air after impact. Controlling it......
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Should I release the club or hold the face square through impact?
Understanding the Club Release Through Impact In golf, the debate between "releasing the club" and "holding the face square" through......
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How do I develop better feel for landing spots and rollout?
Developing Better Feel for Landing Spots and Rollout in Golf Mastering the feel for landing spots and rollout is essential......
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What’s the optimal swing path for crisp contact?
Optimal Swing Path for Crisp Contact in Golf Crisp contact refers to striking the ball with the sweet spot of......
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How do I chip effectively from rough around the green?
Mastering Chips from Greenside Rough: Technique and Strategy Chipping effectively from the rough around the green is a critical skill......
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Should I forward shaft lean at impact, and how much?
Forward Shaft Lean at Impact: Essential for Solid Golf Strikes Yes, forward shaft lean at impact is a critical element......
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How do I practice different landing spot to roll ratios?
Understanding Landing Spot to Roll Ratios in Golf Landing spot to roll ratios refer to the relationship between where your......
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What causes inconsistent contact and how do I fix it?
Understanding and Fixing Inconsistent Contact in Golf Inconsistent contact—striking the ball with varying degrees of quality from shot to shot—is......
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