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Free Golf Instruction Book
An introduction to the game of golf for beginners


The ABC's of Golf

Introduction
Part A - All About How to Get Started in Golf
Part B - Basic Fundamentals and Concepts in Golf Swing Technique
Part C - Common Golf Words and Phrases - Glossary
Conclusion


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Part B - Basic Fundamentals and Concepts in Golf Swing Technique (continued)

It's best to start with a short iron when learning to swing, as these shorter clubs are far more forgiving and manageable than the longer clubs and it is much more likely that you will have success with them.

Align the club face perpendicular to the target line and your body parallel to the target line (see picture).

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Stand with your heels about the same width as your shoulders, spine bent forward from the hips with your knees flexed in a balanced, ready position -- weight evenly distributed between both feet and between heels and toes (see pictures).

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