Avoid Bowling Traps
By: bowlingball.com,
Originally Posted: 2/8/16; Updated: 12/20/2023If you average less than 160 in your leagues and your game seems to be a little out of sorts, avoid bowling traps detrimental in getting your game back on track.
*Practice wisely. Practice with a plan in mind. Avoid hurrying shots trying to get strikes or record good scores when you should work on tuning-up physical elements of your game.
*Learn which game adjustments work best. Practice games help you to work on fundamentals key to your game.
*Break your game down into four or five sections. Develop each section for practice purposes. Examples: Set-up, steps, swing, posture and balance, swing and release, and finish position are worthy areas to practice.
*Check your posture and alignment when taking your stance on the approach. Set-up is one important section of your game in need of attention.
*Avoid hurried steps when walking to the foul line. Consistent tempo with your steps is vital to repeating good shots. Keep an eye on your walking path to avoid unwanted drift tendencies.
*Reduce tension in your swing by relaxing arm, neck, and shoulder muscles.
*Avoid unneeded head movement while walking and swinging your bowling ball.
*Stay behind the bowling ball as long as possible until you rotate your fingers at the moment of release.
*Avoid unnecessary body movement by retaining a constant spine angle throughout your approach and delivery.
*Hold your form when delivering your ball until the ball reaches your target on the lane to ensure good body balance.
These tips illustrate pitfalls or traps you must work to avoid. Practice is key in tuning your game and being prepared for competition.
The work you put in on the practice lanes will pay dividends in your scores.
