Hack It Out Golf SMS - 10 Yard Gain Off the Tee and Scoring Improvement
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Apr 5, 2025 Golfers often seek to hit the ball further, but does it really translate to better scores? A playful debate reveals surprising stats about distance and performance. A study shows that gaining even 10 yards can significantly reduce handicaps for 81% of players. The conversation dives into the importance of speed training and physical conditioning while debunking myths about amateur golfers' abilities. Insights are drawn from over a billion shots logged, making for an enlightening exploration of golf performance.
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Distance and Scoring
- Gaining distance off the tee significantly improves scoring.
- Lou's study quantifies this using Arccos data and differentials.
Gaining Distance
- Identify methods for increasing driving distance by 10+ yards.
- Explore driver fitting, lessons, workouts, and speed training.
Intention and Distance
- A golf school saw significant distance gains in students with a simple prompt: hit flat out.
- The smallest gain was 8 yards, while some gained up to 20 yards.