Wayward Shots – Bad Lies
By: Curt Sampson Weighing in on Rick Reilly’s new book – Commander in Cheat (Hachette Books 2019) is to skate on thin ice, for in these troubled times, expressing the wrong opinion of the Leader of the Free World can get you disinvited from Thanksgiving dinner and left out of the will, while agreement can […]
Instruction – H2Oh So Pure!
When it comes to bombing the driver there are three main causes of distance loss as a result of not maximizing the energy transferred from the club to the ball. Those three causes are: 1. A downward attack angle 2. Off center contact 3. An outside-in swing path The good news is that with one, […]
Travel – Tales from the Back Nine: Part VII
By: Bill Nichols Wild golf has taken its toll on the ole F-150. Hobbled by inoperable alignment issues and having recently turned 200,000, the beast faces an uncertain future. He can relate to the remote nine-hole tracks we visit; old, frayed at the edges, and costly to maintain. The owners walk the tight rope balancing […]
Elements of Style – Beat the Heat Cheat Sheet
A visit to the Salon should be the most relaxing experience, but if you are not careful and clear on your wants and needs it could be disastrous. If you find yourself in the salon, unsure of what to say and how to say it, here is a summer cheat sheet of information and topics […]
Exam Room – Fuel Your Body Like the Pros
We are getting into the peak of golf season and it is that time of year in Texas for extreme heat. Chirosport wanted to share some tips about hydration and proper nutrition for playing your best golf this summer. Improper hydration and nutrition could be hindering your body from peak performace, especially if you struggle […]
Instruction – Trajectory 1-2-3
Developing a skilled chipping and pitching game requires the ability to influence trajectory and spin. Having the ability to hit your two most lofted wedges, three different trajectories, will give you the ability to cover many shots around the green. Let’s consider “Trajectory 1” the lowest trajectory with the most amount of roll. “Trajectory 2” […]
Exam Room – Putting Your Best Foot Forward
With the weather in Texas finally improving and golf season now in full swing, we are starting to see more foot related issues here at the clinic. It is like clockwork for us, every spring we start to see sore feet due to overuse from golf to running and lots of sprained ankles. Many of […]
Elements of Style – Five Summer Grooming Tips for Men
Summertime in the DFW Metroplex means drinks by a highrise pool, road trips to the lake and backyard barbecues with friends. Skin and hair care is probably the last thing on your mind while out having fun in the sun. The intense Texas sun and humid conditions should make your skin and hair care routine a […]
Cover Story – Mr. Nicklaus and The Dallas Athletic Club
By Art Stricklin and Eli Jordan The 100-year history of the Dallas Athletic Club includes three different locations, three generational head pros, two championship golf courses, one legendary major championship winner and decades of memories. Back in May, the club held one of several events planned to celebrate 100 years as part of the Dallas […]
Travel – Tales from the Back Nine: Part VI
In searching the rural routes for wilderness golf adventures, trains have been my constant companion. Everywhere I go. Always there. Railroads and golf courses have shared a common bond since way back. Trains were instrumental in the development of our country, cutting through mountains and other obstacles that stymied explorers as we expanded west. Golf […]