Wednesday, July 28, 2010

new goal !

stamy new goal is to play 75 by end august and to break 80 in a competition in august ! 
self discipline ! 

i would be unstoppable if i could just get started
i'm starting now

Tuesday, July 27, 2010

the next stage i walk alone

i think there's something wrong with my sleeping habits. it could be the way my bedroom blocks out sunlight or i have some sleep disorder. just keep sleeping for long long hours. i need to follow a regular sleeping and waking up time from now on to try and see if my condition improves.

the next stage of improvement i need to figure out myself. i want to play in the 70s from now on. but it's hard when i feel no motivation to go and practice. it's a complicated situation that i don't really know how to explain yet. release my fear of making plans because i fear not following through with it.

at least one consoling point i got from bob rotella is about perfectionism. i want to be perfect so i get really upset when i don't play golf the way i know i can or don't hit as well as i want to. then the more i feel that i'm not perfect the more impatient i get and then there's this downward spiral that makes me less and less committed to the process of improvement.

i remember i had a panic attack before an exam because  i was so scared i wouldn't do well and let everyone down. maybe i'm having recurring feelings. so many people believe in me to do well and think i can but i myself doubt the possibility of being the best and then the fear is worsened because i think i can't live up to their expectations.

so this next stage is something i have to figure out and figure out fast in order to get back on track. i can do it !
i don't give up !

the importance of my blog

i now realise how important this blog is to me in terms of staying motivated and reaching my goals. i like to talk alot but often it isn't easy to tell someone all that i'm going through, my discoveries, my worries and concerns. then i think things have started to stay bottled inside. something happened on that melbourne trip that made me lose confidence and motivation. i don't really know why and how i got into this lazy slump for the past 2 months. i've been updating less and less.

then now i discover that this blog has unknowingly become my closest friend to share my golfing experiences with. someone that i can talk to through my keyboard non-stop and will never tire. although it doesn't really understand i feel as though it is the one thing that knows all about this journey and how tough it has been.

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

female golfer tips: trust

i find myself often very impatient !
i look up very fast after i hit the ball to try and see if it is going in the right direction. but this bad habit is actually the cause for the inconsistency in the direction of my ball.

i'm starting to learn to trust that my swing will bring my ball to where i want it to go. then more often than not, it is actually travelling towards the pin rather than 10 meteres right of it.

so tip of the day is to trust in your swing. looking up too early in anticipation of the ball flying towards the target will only cause you to open (or maybe close) your clubface, causing the ball to be inaccurate.
also remember to do this will accelerating through impact to achieve the best outcome !

Saturday, July 17, 2010

golf fashion fix: half lace golf shoes

check out the pretty shoes ! would you believe that they are actually GOLF SHOES ! they look like flats that you could wear out shopping right ! 
the Callaway Women's Half Lace Golf Shoe (top) comes in black, fuschia and cyan blue. fancy names for these pretty pretty shoes 
go to: endless.com to get your Callaway pair now 

Combine stylish with high performance to get this distinctive pair of shoes. It's unique look features a supple but waterproof leather on the upper of the shoe, a cushioned footbed, and state of the art spikes in its flexible rubber sole. 

the Sesto Meucci Women's Gabian Golf Shoe (bottom) comes in red and black
i don't know what Gabian means but i know beauty when i see it 
go to: endless.com to get yours now ! 
The Nappa leather upper and slim laces make this pair of shoes charming and feminine. The cushioned insole and sturdy rubber cleat offers comfort with traction to tackle the golf course


BE SURE TO ATTRACT POSITIVE ATTENTION WHEN YOU WEAR THEM TO THE DRIVING RANGE OR YOUR NEXT GOLF GAME !

if you own either pair, please let me know if you are able to play golf as per normal in them :) if yes, i also want a pair ! 

golf fashion fix: stella mccartney golf performance skirt


my first time seeing a high waisted golf skirt. stella mccartney's designs are definitely fashion forward. wonder if wearing it really enhances golf performance ... 
even if not to play golf i think the skirt is beautiful. perfect to take you from brunch with the girls to a game on the golf course ! 

The adidas by Stella McCartney Golf Performance Skirt is a high-waist design with an adjustable button belt, styled in soft CLIMALITE® fabric to sweep sweat off the skin. With hidden side pockets, back zipper pockets and a convenient Stella logo golf ball marker on the right pocket.
go to : http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=4592175192 if you're interested in buying. sorry for those who can't read chinese because the skirt seems to be sold out on ebay and the likes 



golf accessories : Sydney Love handbags in Golf theme

i really learn about so many brands from polyvore.com where i create golf apparel collages and inspire female golfing fashion.

the brand i've discovered today is 'Sydney Love Handbags"

to quote from their website: "Sydney Love is a distinctly recognizable brand with whimsical print handbags and accessories at affordable prices." 


i loveeee this golf design !! and because i'm a fan of big bags, i'm so into this getaway overnight bag. i can imagine myself packing my stuff into this bag when i travel overseas to play tournaments.
they come with polka dot linings too !!  how awesome and totally cute is that !! 

if you're a golfer and are looking for a golf- themed bag to carry on the golf course, at the club house after the game or to pack your clothes for shower. Sydney Love bags also come in other shapes and sizes. check out the 






Shoulder strap bag            Cross-Body Bag                 Tote Bag