By C\u00e9sar L\u00e1razo (Psicosol Marbella)<\/p>\n
It’s really surprising to discover just how little of our day-to-day lives we perform in a
\nvoluntary and conscious way. Most of our activity is governed by the brain. It could be
\nconsidered as a \u2018tyrant\u2019, taking away our freedom. It controls our breathing, heartbeat,
\nhormones, digestion, balance, and prevents us from walking into obstacles or falling to the floor. But really, it\u2019s a good job it’s there to help us. Otherwise, our lives would be a constant fight for survival.
\nOur behaviour starts as something entirely voluntarily. We learn and start to do something until it then becomes a habit; in other words, a routine. For example, we don\u2019t give any thought to the movements involved in eating a bowl of soup using a spoon. It\u2019s an automated action.
\nThis is an incredible thing, because the brain is taking control of that behaviour and giving us freedom to do other things. Another example is driving. We go from being terrified learner drivers to experts at the wheel as it becomes second nature thanks to practice.
\nThe same thing happens in golf. The more you practice, the better you get. But we\u2019re not
\njust referring to technical aspects of your game. Routines in golf are essential for improving your overall performance. Going out on the green with the right routines can improve your confidence, ease tension and offer you more freedom to be aware of your surroundings \u2013 how wet the grass is, slopes, distance, weather conditions, and more.
\nRoutines in golf
\nThese routines can be very varied and depend a lot on coaching or on our own
\npersonal and often peculiar habits. Let\u2019s look at some routines:
\nThe sequence for positioning yourself behind the ball \u2013 some people form the grip first,
\nothers position their legs. Some players get in position right away while others check the
\ndistance from behind the ball. Each person needs to follow their own routine
\nand automate a sequence of movements.<\/p>\n
Taking part in a competition, some players prefer to be among the first to go out, while others would rather go towards the end. Some spend a lot of time on the practice course, while others go straight out to play. Some need to spend a long time stretching and preparing the body, while others don’t feel the need.<\/p>\n
Nevertheless, although routines are essential, they should only be a means to an end
\n\u2013to improve and reduce our handicap. They should never become too important.
\nPlayers who are excessively fussy about their routines may eventually lose their ability
\nto adapt and be flexible on the course, which will eventually halt their improvement.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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