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The Basics of Skiing by Jimmy Cox

There are various techniques important in learning to ski. Below are some of the essential ones you will need to know.

Traversing uphill

Making your way up a long slope you will find the least tiring way is it "tack", just like a sailing-ship.

Both skis parallel, at right angles to the line of the slope.

Weight on the right ski and the left ski raised and pointing in the new direction. Left pole thrust into the ground close to the left foot.

The right ski is lifted up and brought parallel to the left, with the right pole thrust into the ground by the right foot. By placing the weight on the poles you will prevent any tendency to slide back.

Your "tack" is now complete, and you can continue to ski uphill, with knees well flexed.

"Snow plowing" downhill
You've reached the top of the hill, and you're now going to ski down for the first time. Your first problem is to determine your speed, and to have your skis under complete control as you ski downhill. For this purpose the "snow-plow" position is the correct method of braking.

The full "snow plow" position is flat skis, knees bent forwards, and not inwards. Assume a wide "snow plow" position, with the weight on the heels. Sit well back, with the knees flexed forward. The body from the waist up should be leaning slightly forward. All muscles should be relaxed, and the hands should be held close to the knees. In this position you will be able to brake, edging your skis as required.

Half "snow-plow" position
Running obliquely down a slope a less pronounced "snow plow" position of the skis will, as a rule, suffice to brake, and control the skis.

When you come to learning your first turns, you will find this position, and the practice it gives in the distribution of the weight, of great importance.

Place the weight on the outer (lower) ski by bending the corresponding knee. This ski should be edged a certain amount, while the upper ski should be flat on the snow, with comparatively little weight on it.

With this distribution of the weight you will be able to carry out your first turns. Changes of direction are determined by torsion, or rotation, of the body.

"Snow plow" turns
Learning to "snow-plow" will teach you the correct position of skis and body required for executing turns to the right and to the left. Transference of weight from one ski to another, combined with body torsion, will enable you to change direction at will. Every movement must be carried out rhythmically, and your skis should retain the full "snow-plow" position while the turn is being carried out.

Ski straight down hill, with your skis in the full "snow-plow" position. Place the weight on the left ski, and at the same time thrusting the left hip forward. You will find that you are turning to the right. Transfer the weight to the right ski, thrust the right hip forward, and you will turn to the left. Continue to ski downhill, turning alternately to left and right.

Perfect these techniques and your skiing will become a lot more enjoyable.

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Top Tips To Improve Your Golf Handicap

Turn up at the course not less than thirty minutes before you play

Amateurs are notorious for arriving at the golf club with just seconds to spare before they're due to tee off. Leave your house in plenty of time to take a leisurely drive to the golf course. When you get there you might want to refresh your memory of your favorite golf swing tips. Many professionals prefer to listen to relaxing music while they drive to the course to set them in the correct frame of mind. You also can use this time to visualize yourself hitting a good opening tee shot and playing the round in precisely the way you would wish.

Check In first, then get changed

Another good tip is to check in at the pro ship prior to changing and preparing. Preparing can help you focus on what you need to do in the course, and you won't be troubled in going back to the pro shop to check in. Utilize this opportunity to focus on the golf swing basics, and imagine just how you're going to play your game.

Organize the Contents of Your Golf Bag.

Ensure that you have everything that you need to play the opening hole so that you don't have to waste time and nervous energy looking for things when you need to be focusing on the tee shot.

Warm Up on the Golf Range.

An important part to any sport is warm-up, in golf, you can start by gentle swinging your arms then increase the rate of tempo. Do not tamper with your technique.

Spend 5 minutes working on your putting rhythm.

Just as the range isn't the time to rebuild your swing, the putting green isn't the time to work on the mechanics of your stroke. The ball should be able to roll smoothly and correctly when putting. Hit a few long-range putts and finish by holing several two-footers.

Prepare and Relax Yourself Before Going to the First Tee.

Visualize yourself aiming at the shot before you go to the first tee, relax your mind as well as your body. Do not let negative thoughts enter your head, focus on your putt and focus on the hole, your mind should be prepared.

Tips On Overcoming First-Tee Nerves

You probably know from personal experience that more rounds are ruined by dropping a few of shots in the opening few holes than by any other on-course disaster. Every player often fears or feel nervous throughout the first tee shot, but they must do not forget that there are different ways to improve the game, just stay focus on the aim and never think on anything else.

Being anxious is just normal and everybody else feels the same, so you shouldn't be worried on how you feel and try to relax. Your goal is to channel those nerves positively so you use them to your advantage instead of allowing them to turn you right into a gibbering wreck.

• Make certain that you have warmed up thoroughly prior to heading to the first tee so that you are loose and relaxed.
• Look at your grip pressure before you start your swing. Just as you'll speed up your routine if you are nervous, you'll also hold the club tighter and the tension will spread through your body. Loosen up a bit and relax your arms, in this way your entire body will relax too.
• Focus on a little target in the distance to give your mind a specific command to follow and to increase your margin for error.
• Use your time on the tee to visualize an ideal shot you want to play.

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