BACKSWING - - - How much should you take?
144403
I try to make my backswing as compact "small" as necessary so as not to fundamentally break down in my mechanics.  I always try to maintain a full follow through whenever possible.  Against serve and volleyers this can sometimes be tough.  With a smaller backswing it allows me more set up time so I can handle shots with lots of pace.  More often it is the clay court players that have longer backswings.  Growing up on hard-courts I have made mine more compact.
96985
The key is being smooth and accelerating through the shot. I abbreviate my back swing as well, but only because it helps me with my tempo. From what I've seen it's more about what you're comfortable with. I have friends who open the clubface and take a full swing, but that's not comfortable to me. Bunker shots are tough for me too. Good luck.
413373
Shot putts to make sure you accelarte as you hit the ball, set the putter about an 1/2 inch behind the ball.  The trick is to think you have cheated yourself on the back swing so you have to make sure you accelarte the stroke.  That is OK came form the pro at Doral.  Here are some more\n\nPressure Putting\nhttp://www.pga.com/improve/tips/shortgame/improve_nesbitt120505.cfm\n\nThe fundamentals of putting\nStrategic planning of the putt\nhttp://www.pga.com/improve/tips/shortgame/improve_beck110904.cfm
900981
It depends. Some people can learn back flips in 5 minutes and some people can't learn it for many years. It all depends. If you have any more questions, e-mail me at usagymnast_perfect10@yahoo.com good luck!
1041198
Whatever you're comfortable with. There are cavity back irons, muscleback irons or combo irons. Since you're a beginner, cavity backs would be most wise for you. musclebacks are more for experienced players and combo irons are good for mid to low handicappers. You'll want to stay away from long irons and replace them with hybrid clubs instead. easier to hit and more versatile than regular irons. Probably forget a driver and stick with a 3 and 5 wood instead which will help your confidence a little. You'll probably be able to hit your 3 wood further than your driver if you notice. As far as brands go, cheap route would be to get a starter set from any sporting goods store or walmart or kmart. They're cheap and usually come with all the clubs you'll need to get started. from there you'll be able to see which ones you hate the most and which you like the best. If you're into brand name then I would either go with Callaway or Taylor Made. Each offer unique clubs both regular and hybrid that would make your game a little easier. But for now, i'd either get a starter set or a nice used set from 2nd Swing, Play It Again Sports or Hit 'Em Again.
675298
Putts of course. If you're an average golfer, you may use your driver fourteen times max in a round. Probably 14 approaches, with four tee shorts from par three. May be max five fairway woods. Miss the green, say all of them, 18 chip shots. But, putts, unless you have several hole in one or many chips in, minimum is 18 putts, which is the best ever for anyone. Average of less than 30 putts is very good since it is less than two putts a hole. Usually, for average golfers then 36 putts still is a very good round. So, you hit your putter more than any other shots. The most important shots therefore are putts. Drive is for show, putt is for dole.
410036
doubt i'm as good as you but here is my little advice. you can try to master the kick to attack the head. a jumping backswing is good. but you have to be stable and firm and keep the attck as consistent as you can.
321552
The most important thing to remember when learning a backhandspring is to trust yourself. You might be a headcase at first, cause I was, but you have to know that YES if you do jump backwards, your hands WILL catch you! Just remember to SIT (like in a chair) on your take off, and to keep your arms locked when jumping back so you won't fall! Keep your head straight inbetween your arms, and push off the ground with the tips of your fingers. It might take awhile, but you will get it!
154697
I think you should just do your best! put all of your effort into your routine. Smile all the time and have alot of energy.\nThe key to a good squad is to have diversity in talents. The coach/captain isnt going to want everyone to be able to do back flips.
212607
sit on the edge of your seat, your back needs to keep straight otherwise it wil hurt. (in a while) I got the advice from a fysiotherapist
164993
If you can you should got take a lesson from a PGA pro. If you cant afford it i'll give a tip from my lesson. Your swing should go around your body, not your head. Second, on back swing, wieght on your right foot (if your right handed) and coming back down your wieght should be on front foot.Third, at all times have your wieght should be on your toes and not your heels. Fourth, throughout the swing don't slide your body right and left, try to keep it center. Last when your coming down to hit the ball, don't accelerate too early, becuase if you do you're ball will either slice or hook.
78930
are you asking this because you are thinking of overdosing or because you seriously dont want to take too many?\nthere should be advise on the back.. tell you how much is reccomended.\ntylenol is very bad for you though. i wouldnt take more than 2 every other day.
1040806
With a grooved swing(short radius, etc), I'd recommend that you work on strengthening your lead hand arm strength. I have seen this work wonders when hitters that want to add more pop do concentrated isotonic training on the lead arm which for most players is their weaker arm. Have you ever tried the frisbee drill where you knock a softball sized wiffle ball off the tee using the lead hand? It's a hoot and effective!
682850
Run 600s or 800s to help build your endurance so you'll be able to go hard for te majority of the meet. Work on having a good stride for the back stretch after you come out digging hard...be motivated and happy
788056
if ur only using 1 hand, use 2 first of all its easier for most people. Also, just know that foot placement and where u put your body weight is very important. before you hit the ball, your weight should be in your back leg ... when you swing it shifts to the front, so you rotate your body into the swing , and thats how a lot of people mess up their backhands. i cant really help u out man, i have no idea what your swing looks like, get advice from a tennis club pro or something. :)
80690
What they are trying to tell you is to continue your stroke path so you maintain a full follow through.  This is important so as to maintain control and depth on your groundstrokes.  Otherwise your ball won't have the correct rotaion and will lack "bite" which would include topspin.  If you want to apply topspin look into proper grips, then step into the direction of your shot, imagine hitting through three balls in a line as you brush up the back of the ball and finish the shot with your racket over/around your opposite shoulder.  If you follow what I said intently you will be hitting topspin in no time.  Or go out to your public tennis courts and stop and watch the best player you can find.  You will see how its done and they might even be willing to show you if you are polite about it.  Hope this helps.
379231
It depends on how much strain is involved.  If the strain is nothing in excess, the more exercise the better.