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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Golf video instruction: Better putting could be all about tempo
Putting is often overlooked during practice because it's not the most exciting part of golf. However, sinking a 20-foot birdie putt on the course can be one of the most thrilling moments in the game. Fitness guru and Professional Long Driver Averee Dovsek explains her recent breakthrough with her putting stroke that has completely transformed her game. She's now making putts more consistently. Advertisement Tempo is crucial in putting because it creates consistency and control. A smooth, steady tempo helps ensure the putter head moves at the right speed throughout the stroke, leading to more accurate distance and direction. When your tempo is too quick or too jerky, it's easy to mis-hit the ball or struggle with distance control. To see the video, click here. This article originally appeared on Golfweek: Golf video instruction: Better putting could be all about tempo


Times
14-05-2025
- Automotive
- Times
No techno on the school run: slower songs reduce drivers' speed
Turn off the dance music. And lift your foot off the accelerator. It's time to change your driving playlist. Drivers are being urged to listen to music with a slower tempo when driving because of the positive effect it has on driving style. Studies have found that songs with a fast tempo, considered to have more 120 beats per minute (bpm), can subconsciously encourage drivers to speed up and change lanes more often. In contrast, researchers at Brunel University found that music which matches the average resting heart rate — about 60-80bpm — is associated with calmer, more focused driving. Tracks within the range include the Beatles' Let It Be and Angels by Robbie Williams. The research found that faster music can lead to increased