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You can lower your golf scores by learning to control the distances of your golf shots.

Do you actually know how far you can hot each of your golf clubs?  Most weekend golfers have no clue how far they hit each shot.  If you are one of them the keep reading so you too can learn to control the distances of your shots.

When selecting a the proper golf club for a given shot, professional golfers take into account the distance they want the ball to travel and the trajectory on which it will fly. The best way for you to learn is by hitting some full wedges to determine the average distance and the average ball flight.

When determining the distance you hit each club in the air, you should begin by hitting 10 - 20 full wedges to pinpoint your average distance. Then you should repeat this same process with the other clubs in your bag.

You’ll gain confidence by knowing exactly what club to hit for any given distance. The key to determining accurate distance for your clubs is to replicate the same trajectory for every shot. When practicing at the range, try to block out everything around you so that you can concentrate and focus.

Now get out there and learn how far you can hit each shot so you can lower your scores.