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  1. 1. Swing thoughts, are you positive, negitive or just dont know what im talking about?

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Borf Dedicated Member

Borf

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I am just wondering some peoples thoughts leading up to the shot, and while you are hitting.

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why is this a poll??? lol

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Another ridiculous poll IMO.
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I tend to think happy thoughts. Im smart enough. Im skilled enough. And gosh darn it, people like me! Welcome to the Stuart Smally show from SNL! :)

Seriously, I dont think of anything, positive or negative. I just swing and pray baby...swing and pray...

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Borf Dedicated Member

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haha, this is a pretty poor poll. I was just bored, not much thought put into it haha, better luck next time i guess

Shindig Incredible Member

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No thoughts. Swing thoughts are for training mode and that is reserved for the practice tee. Once you're on the course, trust your swing and let it go.

If I find myself thinking about a swing, I'll try to back off and focus on my grip and posture and go through my routine again. Having a default go-to thought is a good way to avoid any other thoughts entering your mind.

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No thoughts. Swing thoughts are for training mode and that is reserved for the practice tee. Once you're on the course, trust your swing and let it go.

No swing thoughts keep your mind empty that is easy enough for most of us.

No swing thoughts? That's as bad as negative swing thoughts.

We should all have 1 or 2 (max) short, meaningful swing thoughts. This works in conjunction with the image of your target. I think one of Jack's swing thoughts early in a round was something like "Complete the backswing". These aren't specific mechanical thoughts. They're meant to remind you of a key.

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I just think about the weather and im happy

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MasterOfTheBogey Well Established Member

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No swing thoughts? That's as bad as negative swing thoughts.

I tend to clear my mind. The last thing I want to think about in a backswing is " Oops, I went back to far for a 3/4 shot "

The only thoughts you should really have is during the practice cuts. Thats when you mentally prepare for the upcoming shots. Anything after that you arent properly prepared for your shot.
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powerfade Well Established Member

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I tend to clear my mind. The last thing I want to think about in a backswing is " Oops, I went back to far for a 3/4 shot "

I've read many articles from pros and teachers as far back as I can remember who advocated "swing thoughts" or "swing keys".

These are not recollections of mechanical lessons or techniques. Trying to keep your mind completely clear during the swing over the course of a round seems like an impossibility. Do you all at least think of your target? To each, his own

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MasterOfTheBogey Well Established Member

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To each, his own

While the short time I have been on this forum, I have learned thats the right mindset to keep.

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powerfade Well Established Member

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Yep, we can only offer opinions and such.

It doesn't add to the entertainment value of the forum, but there are plenty of others who do that

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MasterOfTheBogey Well Established Member

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If this counts. I have had alot of Post-Swing thoughts.

Some that come to mind right away are...

Why the hell did I do that.

That wasnt supposed to happen.

FORE!

Mulligan.

Honestly, who puts a sandtrap there.
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Only thing I actually think of is turning my hands over at impact. Everything else just flows.

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Dent Great Member

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I think there should be a Positive/Negative thoughts option.

I tend to think positive, knowing ill be on the fairway, hit the green, etc. But i also think negatively about if the shot doesnt execute right.. where will I end up?

So although the thought is negative, It still helps greatly in perfecting where I need to hit the ball.
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SALUKI LEFTY Established Member

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I always try and stay positive.

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Shindig Incredible Member

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No swing thoughts? That's as bad as negative swing thoughts.

Here's the thing: Jack wasn't an engineer by training or by lifestyle. I am. So he didn't have to worry about the trap I'm in.

If I have a swing thought about anything, it's going to turn into a mechanical thought during the downswing. That's how my mind works. I'd love to change it. I'd love to have positive and helpful thoughts during a swing like that. The fact of the matter is, for me , mine are going to turn into rigidly mechanical thoughts if I think about anything while I'm swinging.

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