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**LoloLibia** · 08-23-2012, 07:17 PM

Hey all,

I'm relatively new to golf. I've probably played 18 5-6 times over the past two years (haven't had time to really get serious). recently I've been trying to get more into the game - I bought a few new clubs and have been hitting every chance I can get, from pitching in my back yard to hitting the range and practicing putting whenever I can.

I've noticed that recently I end up at the range (normally bring 3-4 clubs) and start hitting from high to low (recently P wedge / 7 iron / 4 iron / fairway wood), hitting about 25 balls with each club. Problem is I start losing focus, and without really much guidance, I tend to start slapping at the ball. Before long, I've hit over 130 balls without accomplishing anything.

I think the reasonable solution is to have a lesson or two, but I'm in the NYC and really want to try and get lessons from high quality instructors who will give me good advice, but until I do, I was hoping to simplify and slow down my range time.

Do you guys have things you focus on when at the range? Small things with your swing, follow through, set up, etc. that help you slow down and make shots count before you get tired and sloppy?

Thanks all, looking forward to hearing some response.

08-23-2012, 07:17 PM	#1
LoloLibia Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 497 Senior Member	Driving Range Rhythm / Focus Hey all, I'm relatively new to golf. I've probably played 18 5-6 times over the past two years (haven't had time to really get serious). recently I've been trying to get more into the game - I bought a few new clubs and have been hitting every chance I can get, from pitching in my back yard to hitting the range and practicing putting whenever I can. I've noticed that recently I end up at the range (normally bring 3-4 clubs) and start hitting from high to low (recently P wedge / 7 iron / 4 iron / fairway wood), hitting about 25 balls with each club. Problem is I start losing focus, and without really much guidance, I tend to start slapping at the ball. Before long, I've hit over 130 balls without accomplishing anything. I think the reasonable solution is to have a lesson or two, but I'm in the NYC and really want to try and get lessons from high quality instructors who will give me good advice, but until I do, I was hoping to simplify and slow down my range time. Do you guys have things you focus on when at the range? Small things with your swing, follow through, set up, etc. that help you slow down and make shots count before you get tired and sloppy? Thanks all, looking forward to hearing some response.
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