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What David says about clubs and balls is true, however sad that might be. Manufacturers and retailers will have us believe that we CAN buy a better game. We most probably can, within reason.

Technology has allowed manufacturers to produce more forgiving clubs and balls that travel further. The argument can be made that it will make the game more enjoyable, attract more people and all the rest of it.

The effect that distance has on courses and tournaments is a topic we might tackle at a later stage. We all know (and the manufactures do too) that distance sells.

Retailers (and manufactures, for that matter) can contribute with proper club fitting. Gone are the old days when the boys purchased individual clubs from various sources. Matching sets was unheard of. Computerized customization allows for differences in build, swing speed and level of skill.

With hybrid clubs, and sets, the death of the long iron was inevitable. When last did you see anybody swing a 1-iron?

It is noticeable that the professional golfers lean more towards so-called amateur equipment whereas the ammies in the old days yearned for a set of traditional forged blades. (I am still a sucker for those things!)

The bottom line is that if you cannot swing a club half-decently, and, as Mr. nicklaus puts it, propel the ball in a predominantly forward fashion, it might be a good idea to take up whatever else but golf.

I am a firm believer of proper ball striking. If you cannot make contact with the ball first, particularly with irons and hybrids, you will never control the ball, and that is what this game is about!

As much as technology allows for forgiveness on mishit shots, and compensates for not-so-pure ball striking, the fact remains that a fairly decent swing, based on basic principles, will improve your scores, enjoyment and, yes, all the rest of it. It will also hold up under pressure.

A good, solid swing should not be mistaken for a nice-looking swing. We have different physical attributes and natural abilities. The mere physics of this dictates that swings will differ from person to person.

Gary Player said a number of very clever things. one is that if it works, use it. That, to me, means that how my swing looks might be flattering, but it is the score that counts.

If you look at the truly fluent swings out there, ernie els and Vijay Singh, and compare that to Lee Trevino and Arnold Palmer (with all due respect), whose swing would you rather copy?

Yet at impact they are all the same: head behind the ball, hips out of the way, weight on the left foot. Good, solid fundamentals can never be replaced!

I have to impress on all golfers out there, current and aspiring, the proper use of the driving range. Just a few ideas:

Warm up properly Check the basics: grip, stance, posture, alignment, ball position Work on something specific as opposed to getting maximum distance out of your driver You cannot see yourself swing, so get help, a friend, video camera

If you are really serious, get yourself a forged blade 6-iron and an old persimmon driver. If you can hit a golf ball consistently with those two, you can hit anything!

It might take a little more than a simple golf swing to reduce my scores, but I am still a devoted follower of this weird game!

Thank you for bearing with me. This was my first effort I will try again!

Corrie Nel is a golf fanatic and former club captain. Find out how to lengthen your drives and lower your scores at:

http://www.sportatlas.com (Please use ID 1536)

Many of us want to be pampered and cared for. We love to get our hair shampooed and massaged when we get a hair cut, and we visit many restaurants just for the experience of being waited on. A pool spa and sauna session can leave you feeling very relaxed and refreshed. More and more ladies in particular, are getting their nails done on a regular basis, and many are adding a pedicure to go with it. Yes, we love to indulge ourselves with wonderful luxuries. We live in a society that is buying bigger homes, and more expensive cars than ever before. This article will talk about the benefits of indulging in a pool spa and sauna treatment.

More and more people are aware of the need to take care of their bodies. A pool spa and sauna session can be a very healthy experience for your body, and although each one is a little different, they have similar characteristics. All three can provide a heated sensation and heat can be very therapeutic to the body. Believe it or not, they all three can provide you with a cardio workout. How you might ask, can sitting in a spa or sauna compare to swimming a lap in a pool. The higher heat created in both the spa and sauna can raise your heart rate, and actually be compared to walking a brisk lap. Don't not do one of these three because it might be a little more effort on your part. Enjoy all the benefits you can receive from a pool spa and sauna session.

Many homes today are being completed with a pool spa and sauna. Why not, you could consider them as having a vacation at your own home year round. How many of us have gone to a hotel or motel and enjoyed the experience of a pool spa and sauna. Many I'm sure. It is probably pretty safe to say, that the motel choice could have been determined, by the amount of luxuries they offered. You can then leave your vacation behind, remembering all the extra pampering you received. Most hotels today offer a pool spa and sauna as one of their features just to lure you to their facility.

Don't be surprised if you find that your local gym has a pool spa and sauna in it as well. In the past, most people couldn't afford such a luxury for their own home, but they have become such a popular item that prices have come down quite a bit and now a pool spa and sauna are more affordable. Who said you couldn't have your cake and eat it too. You can enjoy a take me away experience in the privacy of your own property.

If you need more helpful Sauna information then quickly head over to http://saunasforyou.com where you will find helpful sauna tips, advice and resources to include home saunas, portable saunas and more Pool Spa And Sauna information.

There is probably no other game in the history of leisure that has inspired as much enthusiasm, commitment and addiction than the ancient game of golf, even though it requires huge areas of finely kept fields for its setting and takes up so much time and effort each time you play. So, around the world, people are playing golf in almost every country (I'm prepared to accept there is probably no golf course in the mountainous Pyrenees state of Andorra) and certainly in every time zone and climate. With this widespread popularity, it is no surprise that on the island of maui golf is readily available for all classes of players. In this article I will report on how good, or bad, the playing is there.

First up, there are many courses to choose from. It's almost like a golfer is spoiled for choice on maui. The island is a comfortable size -- it's not big -- yet there are around 20 golf courses to tee off from. Several of them are world class courses, like the Kapalua, home to the Mercedes Championship. Along the coast there are around 10 courses that have won awards from industry critics, each of them rated 3.5 stars or better. And yet, even though they are played heavily, and golfers flock to Maui, tee times appear to be available for the casual visitor. (If any golf visitor can be casual!)

A definite plus in Maui's favor is the setting. The views from the fairways of maui are breathtaking. picture yourself looking down long lush green lawns and out over a deep blue Pacific ocean. The water and sky are deep blue. The sun beats down, and out across the bay, the thin white line of a distant reef marks the distant shore. Behind you rise the mountain slopes of Haleakal-a. No-one can fail to feel relaxed and inspired in surroundings like this.

The last decade or so has seen a marked increase in specialized golf vacations or holidays worldwide. This demand for travel which is centered around golf has led to the development of many luxury resorts which cater to golfers and feature integrated golf courses.

And so people do come for maui golf in fairly large numbers. The last 15 years or so has seen a jump in specialized golf vacations worldwide, and maui has received its share of this growing market. Courses are now catering for the golfer on vacation with luxurious course-side accommodation and with special features fitted into their fairways and greens.

maui golf is a mix of holiday and game, then. Without question, the courses are laid out in tropical setting that most of us from the mainland rarely get to walk through. So there is an enchanting quality about a game of golf in maui. But there are some very demanding, professional courses there, which will test your skill and extend your best game. I would recommend you get on the Internet and do some research on a golfing holiday in Maui, as the physical setting will certainly enchant you and the courses will lift you game.

Len McGrane writes on Maui golf and golfing history. For further ideas on how to enjoy your golf on a maui holiday, Len recommends www.mauijackpotgolf.com as a possible starting point.

Given the fact that many of the weight loss treatments on the market have serious side effects that include even anemia, the best alternative people found was in natural remedies that bring a significant amount of quality vitamins to the body, while also accelerating metabolism. Some plants have a more rapid effect than others, creating the much wanted silhouette in a short period of time. This is the case of anti-adipose green tea that has a powerful laxative effect. However, rapid weight loss involves some other metabolic changes with an obvious impact on the general well-being.

Studies show that among weight loss enhancers, guarana is a very successful one. Native from the Amazon area, more precisely Brazil, guarana represents the primary matter for soft drinks and dietary supplements. Its main active principles are the linoleic acid, responsible for the accelerated fat burning in the cell, caffeine, resin and vegetable fiber. Besides the metabolic acceleration function, scientific research has also indicated memory improvement and anti-bacterial effects too. Approved by the FDA, guarana has no side effects, therefore it is perfectly safe to use.

Another weight loss enhancer that can be included in any regular diet is pineapple, a tropical fruit that improves digestion by breaking down protein. The main pineapple dietary effects come from the enzymes it contains, which are responsible for the improvement of the general function of the digestive system. If food is better processed, there are lower chances to store substances under the form of fat deposits. Pineapple can be used in weight loss programs either raw or in supplements; the canned variant is not useful since it lacks the active principles.

For anyone who wants to lose weight, fibers are an important part of the dietary plan. Little do people know that lots of the digestive problems such as constipation, increased toxin level and extra weight come from too little fiber intake in their meals. Organic food with lots of vegetables and fruit is the main source of fibers. Pharmaceutical companies are even manufacturing dietary supplements that contain a high amount of fibers, thus targeting people who want to lose several pounds without too much effort. For more herbal supplements and homeopathic treatments, please subscribe to the silver bulletin e-news magazine HERE.

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