{"id":711,"date":"2018-03-22T11:03:17","date_gmt":"2018-03-22T15:03:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.thegolfersmagazine.com\/?p=711"},"modified":"2023-04-13T11:11:46","modified_gmt":"2023-04-13T15:11:46","slug":"choosing-the-right-golf-ball","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/marketinglogic360.website\/golftest\/choosing-the-right-golf-ball\/","title":{"rendered":"Choosing the Right Golf Ball"},"content":{"rendered":"\n[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” locked=”off” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.5em” header_font=”Abyssinica SIL|700|||||||” header_text_color=”#000000″ header_font_size=”45px” header_line_height=”1.3em” header_font_size_tablet=”45px” header_font_size_phone=”40px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

Adding Lag to Your Swing<\/h1>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#000000″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”75%” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/marketinglogic360.website\/golftest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/golfers.webp” title_text=”golfers” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.5em” header_2_font=”|700|||||||” header_2_text_color=”#000000″ header_2_font_size=”30px” header_3_font=”|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#000000″ header_3_font_size=”30px” text_orientation=”justified” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

Power and Distance: Adding Lag to Your Swing<\/h2>\n
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In order to become a complete golfer, you must master every aspect of your game. One of the hardest, and trickiest parts of developing your golf game is lag. If you need more power and distance in your swing, then you have to focus on developing your lag. Although many golf instructors emphasize lag as a major component they fail in identifying the right technique in order to achieve it. There are a few factors you must take into account, but if we analyze lag from the physics point of view then it\u2019s quite easy to develop more distance and power with a few adjustments. Remember that practice makes perfect, so don\u2019t be discouraged if you don\u2019t achieve more lag right off the bat.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/marketinglogic360.website\/golftest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Hands-Ahead-of-the-Ball.webp” title_text=”Hands Ahead of the Ball” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.5em” header_2_font=”|700|||||||” header_2_text_color=”#000000″ header_2_font_size=”30px” header_3_font=”|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#000000″ header_3_font_size=”30px” text_orientation=”justified” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

Get the Right Grip<\/h2>\n
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First things first: make sure you are using the appropriate grip. You must keep a firm grip on your club\u00b4s handle in order to achieve the most power and distance in your shot. It should feel like your club is an extension of your body. Keep your hands together and make sure the club moves with your shoulders and hip rather than your wrist. If your grip is weak your club will move from your wrist and you will lose power. As long as you keep a tight grip then your lag is bound to increase and you will power your golf ball through longer distances.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/marketinglogic360.website\/golftest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/lpga.webp” title_text=”lpga” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.5em” header_2_font=”|700|||||||” header_2_text_color=”#000000″ header_2_font_size=”30px” header_3_font=”|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#000000″ header_3_font_size=”30px” text_orientation=”justified” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

Get Your Body Out of the Way<\/h2>\n
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This is a rule of thumb for all shots really, although most golfers and instructors often overlook it. Your body can easily get in the way of your shot. The most common problem is positioning yourself too close to the ball. Another common one is losing balance while swinging, which causes your center of gravity to shift. An easy way of solving this is to stand a good two feet from the ball (distance between your tip toes and the golf ball). Now picture a large imaginary wall where the ball is. The wall should be parallel to where you are standing. Once you take a shot your body must not come closer to the wall than what it is already. The only thing that will come in contact with the wall will be your clubhead once it hits the golf ball. It can be tricky at first but do not get discouraged! Once you master this exercise of swinging without moving your body any closer to the wall you will notice all your power is going towards your swing, thus giving you more lag.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/marketinglogic360.website\/golftest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/legendary.webp” title_text=”legendary” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.5em” header_2_font=”|700|||||||” header_2_text_color=”#000000″ header_2_font_size=”30px” header_3_font=”|700|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#000000″ header_3_font_size=”30px” text_orientation=”justified” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

Swing to the Target<\/h2>\n
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Most golfers get so caught up in body posture and swing technique and forget the main goal: hit the ball! Remember that is your main purpose, so everything you do has to revolve around swinging at the target. Your position, stance, club and swing are important but you must always keep your eye on the prize. Make sure you can comfortably hit the ball right down the middle and find a stance, club and swing technique that help you achieve just that. Don\u2019t try to mimic what to pros do for mimic\u2019s sake. Swing at the target and build the rest of your game around that.<\/p>\n

Stay tuned for more insight and tips on golf techniques and strategies. Interested in being advertised in our magazine? Call us today and our team of qualified experts will be more than happy to assist you today!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/marketinglogic360.website\/golftest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/elevate-designe.webp” title_text=”elevate designe” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Adding Lag to Your SwingPower and Distance: Adding Lag to Your Swing In order to become a complete golfer, you must master every aspect of your game. One of the hardest, and trickiest parts of developing your golf game is lag. If you need more power and distance in your swing, then you have to […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":775,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"[vc_row type=\"in_container\" scene_position=\"center\" text_color=\"dark\" text_align=\"left\" overlay_strength=\"0.3\"][vc_column column_padding=\"no-extra-padding\" column_padding_position=\"all\" background_color_opacity=\"1\" background_hover_color_opacity=\"1\" width=\"1\/1\"][heading]\r\n

Choosing the Right Golf Ball<\/h1>\r\n[\/heading][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=\"in_container\" scene_position=\"center\" text_color=\"dark\" text_align=\"left\" overlay_strength=\"0.3\"][vc_column column_padding=\"no-extra-padding\" column_padding_position=\"all\" background_color_opacity=\"1\" background_hover_color_opacity=\"1\" width=\"1\/1\"][vc_column_text]\r\n

Choosing the right golf ball seems straight to the point, but you may be surprised. Golf balls are just like golfers: they come in all sizes, forms and designs. There are many things you want to take into account: the ball\u2019s core, the dimples on it, the material used for the cover and even the layering of the ball. Most people go for the PGA\u2019s preferred balls, the Titleist ProV1. Unless you have a swing speed over 100mph, don\u2019t lose golf balls too often (which is rare unless you are a pro!) and have a very high budget, there are many other balls suitable for golfers of all levels at better prices. Take a look at the specs below for a good idea of what golf ball is best for you.<\/p>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=\"in_container\" scene_position=\"center\" text_color=\"dark\" text_align=\"left\" overlay_strength=\"0.3\"][vc_column column_padding=\"no-extra-padding\" column_padding_position=\"all\" background_color_opacity=\"1\" background_hover_color_opacity=\"1\" width=\"1\/1\"][divider line_type=\"No Line\" custom_height=\"30\"][heading]\r\n

The Core<\/h2>\r\n[\/heading][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=\"in_container\" scene_position=\"center\" text_color=\"dark\" text_align=\"left\" overlay_strength=\"0.3\"][vc_column column_padding=\"no-extra-padding\" column_padding_position=\"all\" background_color_opacity=\"1\" background_hover_color_opacity=\"1\" width=\"1\/2\"][image_with_animation image_url=\"3503\" alignment=\"center\" animation=\"Fade In\"][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=\"no-extra-padding\" column_padding_position=\"all\" background_color_opacity=\"1\" background_hover_color_opacity=\"1\" width=\"1\/2\"][divider line_type=\"No Line\" custom_height=\"20\"][vc_column_text]\r\n

The general rule of thumb for cores is simple: solid cores will provide more spin and feel, while larger cores will produce more power and increase the ball\u2019s speed. It\u2019s important to know the material a golf ball\u2019s core is made out of. The most popular material used is solid rubber. Other golf balls are manufactured using compressed liquid centers encased by tensioned rubber thread. Golf balls are classified by their compression levels which are 80, 90 and 100. Eighty is designed for junior golfers, seniors and women. 90 compression is considered average and is suitable for mid-level golfers while 100 compressions have a tighter core and are designed for advanced golfers and professionals.<\/p>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=\"in_container\" scene_position=\"center\" text_color=\"dark\" text_align=\"left\" overlay_strength=\"0.3\"][vc_column column_padding=\"no-extra-padding\" column_padding_position=\"all\" background_color_opacity=\"1\" background_hover_color_opacity=\"1\" width=\"1\/1\"][divider line_type=\"No Line\" custom_height=\"25\"][heading]\r\n

The Dimples<\/h2>\r\n[\/heading][vc_column_text]\r\n

The dimples on golf balls help determine the height of the flight for the ball. Although golf balls were smooth until the 19th century. Dimples do offer major air resistance, however golfers started noticing that once a ball was chipped they achieved greater altitude and therefore travel further. Since then dimples have been designed with different patterns and behave differently when struck.<\/p>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=\"No Line\" custom_height=\"20\"][image_with_animation image_url=\"3505\" alignment=\"center\" animation=\"Fade In\"][divider line_type=\"No Line\" custom_height=\"25\"][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=\"in_container\" scene_position=\"center\" text_color=\"dark\" text_align=\"left\" overlay_strength=\"0.3\"][vc_column column_padding=\"no-extra-padding\" column_padding_position=\"all\" background_color_opacity=\"1\" background_hover_color_opacity=\"1\" width=\"1\/1\"][heading]\r\n

The Cover<\/h2>\r\n[\/heading][vc_column_text]\r\n

There are many different materials used for golf balls today. They are usually made of plastics such as balata, surlyn, zylin or elastomer. The challenging part here is to find a material soft enough feeling while still remaining uncut shot after shot. Balata is the softest and most popular cover with the least cut resistance. Surlyn is another great alternative as it\u2019s the most durable material used to manufacture golf ball covers while still providing good ball control and feel.<\/p>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=\"in_container\" scene_position=\"center\" text_color=\"dark\" text_align=\"left\" overlay_strength=\"0.3\"][vc_column column_padding=\"no-extra-padding\" column_padding_position=\"all\" background_color_opacity=\"1\" background_hover_color_opacity=\"1\" width=\"1\/1\"][heading]\r\n

Layering<\/h2>\r\n[\/heading][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=\"in_container\" scene_position=\"center\" text_color=\"dark\" text_align=\"left\" overlay_strength=\"0.3\"][vc_column column_padding=\"no-extra-padding\" column_padding_position=\"all\" background_color_opacity=\"1\" background_hover_color_opacity=\"1\" width=\"1\/3\"][divider line_type=\"No Line\" custom_height=\"10\"][vc_column_text]\r\n

Golf ball layering can be divided into two categories: two-layered and multi-layered (three, four and five layer balls available). Multi-layered balls are harder to handle and require more feel and control. Two-layer balls are more suited for beginners as they are not as hard to control.<\/p>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=\"no-extra-padding\" column_padding_position=\"all\" background_color_opacity=\"1\" background_hover_color_opacity=\"1\" width=\"2\/3\"][image_with_animation image_url=\"3506\" alignment=\"center\" animation=\"Fade In\"][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=\"in_container\" scene_position=\"center\" text_color=\"dark\" text_align=\"left\" overlay_strength=\"0.3\"][vc_column column_padding=\"no-extra-padding\" column_padding_position=\"all\" background_color_opacity=\"1\" background_hover_color_opacity=\"1\" width=\"1\/1\"][image_with_animation image_url=\"3507\" alignment=\"center\" animation=\"Fade In\"][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=\"in_container\" scene_position=\"center\" text_color=\"dark\" text_align=\"left\" overlay_strength=\"0.3\"][vc_column column_padding=\"no-extra-padding\" column_padding_position=\"all\" background_color_opacity=\"1\" background_hover_color_opacity=\"1\" width=\"1\/1\"][heading]\r\n

Our Top Five<\/h2>\r\n[\/heading][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=\"in_container\" scene_position=\"center\" text_color=\"dark\" text_align=\"left\" overlay_strength=\"0.3\"][vc_column column_padding=\"no-extra-padding\" column_padding_position=\"all\" background_color_opacity=\"1\" background_hover_color_opacity=\"1\" width=\"1\/2\"][divider line_type=\"No Line\" custom_height=\"15\"][vc_column_text]\r\n

There are plenty golf balls out there- about 1000 models that conform to professional standards. Here\u2019s a quick guide on the top 5 golf ball models available for intermediate level golfers while still giving you the best value for money:<\/p>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=\"No Line\" custom_height=\"20\"][fancy-ul icon_type=\"standard_dash\" color=\"Accent-Color\" enable_animation=\"true\"]\r\n

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