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When it comes to combining the joy of fresh air and the outdoors with an appreciation of nature, the challenges of a sport, and the opportunity to socialize and make new friends, Golf is unsurpassed. Golf truly has something for everyone, young and old, whatever your ability level. The truly international nature of the sport means it is appreciated the world over with courses stretching from the jungles of Malaysia to the ice-caked flats of Greenland. Courses have popped up in such diverse…

While it's true golfing doesn't call for the kind of flexibility that some other sports might demand, it is still a very important part of the game. There are, in fact, a number of reasons why flexibility can prove vital for lowering a score and making a round more enjoyable. The top reasons why golf flexibility exercises matter include: Form alone won't create an impressive score - Flexibility exercises can be very important for helping improve a game and lower a score. The truth in this can…

Golf swing speed can be calculated without the need for modern technology. If a golfer can determine exactly how far their golf ball traveled prior to landing, they can determine the speed of their swing. For every 2.3 yards traveled, a swing has to generate a speed of 1 mph. For anyone who is wondering how useful it is to have this knowledge, they should consider that the only way to increase distance is to increase the speed of the swing. Measuring progress requires some kind of metrics by…

Oxford Dictionaries define golf as, “a game played on a large open-air course, in which a small hard ball is struck with a club into a series of small holes in the ground, the object being to use the fewest possible strokes to complete the course” This sport has remained popular throughout the centuries. Over time the sport has advanced in its techniques, strategies, scoring rules, and equipment, yet the fundamental objective to win has remained the same. Because there are many early records of…

In 1999 Serena Williams won a singles victory at the U.S. Open, which made her the second black woman to win a Grand Slam title. The first being Althea Gibson. As an african american tennis player Serena has overcome and dealt with many difficulties. She has been told that she and her sister Venus (also a tennis player) are arrogant and unfriendly to others on the court and off the court. Serena is well known for her tennis skill and all the events that she has won at a young age. She also…

The Meaning of Serena Williams: Revision One The article The Meaning of Serena Williams by Claudia Rankine talks about how Williams is categorized in black excellence and how it’s different from white excellence. Williams needs to prove to herself that she can be equal to white excellence in achievements. From the text, one can conclude that society influences the aspect of appearance to critics. Williams is treated with disrespect in the industry because she’s a black female athlete and is…

Golf is a game appreciated everywhere throughout the world by both players and fans. It's a game that obliges concentration and precision, and it’s enjoyed by expert competitors and beginners. Roughly around 850 million golf balls are produced worldwide every year, and as required by the United State Golf Association, the golf ball must weigh more than 45.93g (1.620 oz), its diameter must be less than 42.67mm (1.580 in), and the shape should not differ from a symmetric sphere. There are several…

Since my blog title is "The Unstressed," I'd like to suggest one of my favorite places to get, well, unstressed. If you are ever in the United States and happen to travel to Chicago, Illinois, don't forget to check out one of the best golf courses in Chicago--at the Chevy Chase Country Club. This is a true favorite of mine. Not only is the golf course 100 percent pro in every aspect, the green is found in the middle of some of the most picturesque scenery you'll ever find in a golf course…

Golf is a great game. Growing up I played a lot of sports in my younger days I was really good in baseball but as I got older I was introduced to golf in 2003. I have always thought that golf was a sport that was boring and slow but never watched or kept up with it. So, When I first played my first round of golf I than realized how tough the game really is, and how mentally strong you have to be. Golf is a game of numbers there’s so much thought into every shot its not just numbers but also…

Thwack! The club strikes the ball and it goes soaring through the air. It lands with precision on the green for an easy tap in birdie. This was easy for me cause I am a skilled athlete in my sport, Golf. Most people say that golf is more of a game than a sport. Golf is just as much of a sport because, it requires physical abilities, strong mental abilities, and it takes practice and skill just like any other sport. First of all, golf is sport because it requires physical abilities. Golf my not…