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Hello everyone,

Thought the best place to start would be an intro thread. I'm 35 and considering my options to take up the game of sport.

Over the last few years (since covid) i noticed my weight steadily increasing as my activity declined until I cracked 21st (133.4kg). Determined to make a change and introduce some positive traits Ive quit smoking (17months and counting) and this year began regularly attending a gym at min 3 times a week. I'll be starting to play Rugby next season for my local team but felt I needed something that would get me active and moving around nailing that 10k steps.

I've always found golf games (computer) relaxing and love me a golf movie (tin cup, baggervance, greatest game ever played etc) but never really swung a club, despite living close to 2 courses. My wife suggested I pick up some clubs and see what I thought. Currently on the hunt for some lefties locally so I can try out the range/putting green and get a feel for it before I invest in a new set and full membership.

As the only reference for my skill level I did minigolf and scored 28 on 9holes at the weekend. So consider me a very blank slate, who has no idea what an open/closed stance is, what to use where or even how to adjust where I stand for different shot types etc

Keen to learn and get active (and according to early research, go a little more crazy each week)

Mike in Scotland - Discovering golf one divot at a time

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Golf is a great way to get some exercise and walk, and breathe in some fresh air, and… curse a lot. 🙂 Fortunately, cursing a bit can be healthy, too! Ha ha.

Congrats on the steps you've already taken. Here's to more.

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@IceMike, Welcome to TST.   Take some time to read thru the many instructional threads.  There is a wealth of great information here.  

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1 hour ago, IceMike said:

Currently on the hunt for some lefties locally so I can try out the range/putting green and get a feel for it before I invest in a new set and full membership.

Well if you want to cover the shipping, I can hook you up with some PXG DC irons from 2021. Always support a leftie TST member! DM me if you like….cheers.

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@IceMike @sergio29 - Welcome to the world of golf.  It will thrill and frustrate you in equal measure and is also the most addictive sport I know.  Have fun learning on the course and off the course in sites like these where a lot of information is available

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Welcome to TST and one of the best games ever! Have fun!

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