In order to consistently score low, it is highly recommended to form a regular pre-golf practice routine before teeing off. A pre-golf practice routine will warm up your muscles and give you the chance to start out on the right foot. I would recommend stretching for at least five minutes before starting, especially focusing on the back and arms. It’s best to take a few minutes to swing a club and warm up your muscles before stretching. After stretching, spend some time on the putting green and driving range.
In the putting part of the pre-golf practice routine, bring three balls to the putting green. Start putting from a close distance to the hole and slowly work your way back. I usually start about two feet from the hole, sink three putts, and then move back a foot. Make sure that you are making your close putts before moving back. It's important to concentrate on the close putts because if you're not sinking those, you probably won't sink the longer ones.
After putting, move to the chipping portion of the pre-golf practice routine. I usually chip about ten shots before moving onto the driving range, but however many you decide to do is up to you. Just remember to take your time with each shot and concentrate fully. Don’t just rush through 20 chips hoping one gets close.
When hitting balls at the range, it’s not the quantity of balls hit but the quality of your shots that matters. It’s much better to hit three or four good shots than to hit 100 bad shots and reinforce bad habits. Therefore, I suggest hitting three or four good shots with each club. Be sure to take your time on each shot. Start with the higher-degree irons and work your way down to the driver.
Remember, this is just a guideline. Depending on the amount of time you have and what you feel comfortable with, adjust accordingly. What works best for one person may not work best for everyone. Use these guidelines to develop a pre-golf practice routine that works best for you.
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