Top Golf Training Aids

5 Top Golf Training Aids

Nearly 25 million Americans play golf regularly, and that number has been increasing over the past few years. To reach the elite high school, college or even professional levels, you'll need to #TrainLikeAPro.

At Bownet®, we know not everyone has easy access to a golf course or driving range. The good news is that many golf training aids don't even require you to leave your backyard! Here are five golf training tips and equipment recommendations to help you #PlayAnywherePlayNow.

1. Golf Hitting Net

The Bownet 7' x 7' Golf Net allows you to work on your swing just about anywhere. It uses our Energy Absorption System™ Technology to diffuse ball energy so you can hit drives without knocking the net over. Set it up indoors or outdoors in minutes for year-round swing practice at home, at the gym or in a park. When you're able to train more frequently, your swing will be more repeatable when you can get to the course.

2. Golf Swing Trainer Tools

Even professional golfers use swing trainers to improve and maintain their swing. After all, it's the most important part of a successful game. You can get golf swing training aids for many aspects of the swing, including:

  • Tempo and speed
  • Hooking and slicing
  • Wrist position
  • Swing plane
  • Coming "over the top"
  • Overall swing work

It's important to do an honest assessment of your swing and choose the right golf training aid for your needs.

3. Golf Grip Trainer

Up to 80% of golfers grip their clubs incorrectly. This can cause inaccurate shots, erratic swings and fatigue. A grip trainer attaches to the club and acts as a guide to correct your grip for smoother, more consistent strokes. By "forcing" the proper grip, it also helps develop muscle memory. Although most sanctioning bodies don't allow grip attachments during an official round, you can use them pre-round and during practice sessions.

4. Golf Training Mat

A hitting mat is a purpose-built artificial surface for practicing your swing. It's designed to mimic a real green while being consistent and durable. You won't tear up your lawn and you're less likely to get injured. Some mats even use a special fabric that provides instant swing path feedback. It's recommended that you get a golf swing mat that's at least 4 feet by 5 feet. This allows you to take your full stance on the mat. However, you can get a smaller mat in the name of portability.

5. Golf Strength Training

Even the perfect swing form needs some power. Being stronger increases club head speed to produce longer drives. It also means more stamina to maintain your performance over 18 holes. The muscles to focus on are the core, chest, posterior, back and forearms. You'll also want to work on shoulder and hip flexibility. Here are a few golf strength exercises you can do at home:

  • Box squats
  • Lunges with rotation
  • Side step-ups
  • Push-ups
  • Pelvic rotations
  • Medicine ball parallel and perpendicular throws
  • Glute bridges
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