Here’s How I Practice As A +2 Handicap Golfer

Only 1% of golfers get to that elusive scratch handicap. So what do they do at the driving range that helps them keep that handicap low?
Hannah Holden runs through some key components of a good golf practice session as well as giving you some games to try and a framework to improve your practice this winter.
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00:00:00 intro
00:00:22 Tip 1
00:01:22 Tip 2
00:02:31 Tip 3
00:04:13 Tip 4
00:05:39 Tip 5
00:06:41 Tip 6

[@siakadave]

This is honestly the best "how to practice" video that I've seen on YT, absolutely brilliant video Hannah, thank you! :D

[@hannahholdenNCG]

Ah thank you so much!!

[@pastorjason4337]

Great video Hannah, I struggle with just beating balls over and over, as well as allowing myself to slip into the KZbin spiral of golf tips and techniques without a plan. My desire for instant gratification keeps me from sticking with anything long enough to determine its usefulness in my game. Hoiping this winter to really isolate my true swing and identify practice goals. Thanks

[@leejordan7252]

I'm really enjoying the content so far. It's one of my favourite videos to date. Really made me think of my range session. I am such a happy Gilmor when it comes to range sessions and get bored. Gonna start to plan and make notes and see if I make any gains over the winter.

[@hannahholdenNCG]

Let me know how you get on!!

[@robertstockton2036]

Super video Hannah! With snow on the ground and the courses just closed in Wisconsin, it is time to hit the range. Thanks for starting me on a practice path for 2024.

[@hannahholdenNCG]

good luck with the practice!!

[@pan0568]

Very thoughtful and helpful. Thanks.

[@richardnelson1360]

Love your thinking. Have a R10 and changed path from outside to in and also increased attack angle. Important to have data but equally step through bag and finish on 54 degree 50 yard shots

[@hannahholdenNCG]

Data is super helpful!! And yes I always like to end with some pitch shots 🤩

[@rafabonati7757]

Lots of good stuff crammed into this video. I do plan to practice a bit at an indoor facility a few miles from my home. All the courses and ranges are closed for winter around here, which is just south of Montreal! Love your hat!

[@theputtking]

Using a club for alignment was a good idea ! Keep up the great video's !

[@royclose946]

Well done hannah as they say practice makes permanent 👏 😊

[@user-mp1pf3de1g]

Hi Hanah, another great video. Helped to translate my lessons into productive training.

[@bono5112]

Great video. The “over exaggerate” your movement can’t be stated enough. Kind of like working backwards towards your goal. It works. Keep up the good work Hannah.

[@davidmullard2831]

It's been so cold this week. Time to move to indoor vids, Hannah!

[@hannahholdenNCG]

Definitely! Absolutely freezing

[@allansmith5489]

Great tips, love the variation and imagination. Ive been guilty of just blasting balls at the range too. This winter I'm going to make much better use of my PRGR and Rangefinder to dial in my wedges -half shot, 3/4 shot and full shot with each. The aim is to feel comfortable at distances and know I have a stock shot. Love your channel, all the best.

[@hannahholdenNCG]

Nice! I have been working on my pitching distances too, great to have a launch monitor to dial it in with

[@derbscott2687]

Another excellent video…watching your content on the golf swing and golf course management has improved my game…so thank you for sharing your knowledge of the game of golf…fortunately for me I can play all year round…keep up the great work…

[@hannahholdenNCG]

Ah thank you!! Glad to hear it ☺️

[@andrewgort8067]

Excellent Hanna. Thank you for sharing

[@lessonsdonthelpgolf9244]

Good content as always Hannah would be interested in hearing exactly how you are trying to hit more from the inside.... I'm sure a lot of us could benefit from your wisdom 😁

[@hannahholdenNCG]

Got it!

[@richardwalsh3944]

I like the video, but I'd like your view over having lesson (s) in winter or waiting till spring especially on affordability?

[@hannahholdenNCG]

I have more lessons in winter! It’s the perfect time to make swing changes and get better before the season starts.

[@andrewjohnston5942]

Oh I wish I could practice on the range more. I get bored too easily. I’m currently using a TopTracer range, bit more fun. I tend to only use the range before the start of each new season, or if I get a new club(s) mainly to check my distances before season begins. Great video.

[@neiltaylor1765]

Tic, tac, toe - the ultimate range drill

[@the.otis.burger617]

Love the content, Hannah and team! I know it’s cold where you are right now you’re bundled up like a toddler! 😂 I’m fortunate enough to live in Phoenix, USA, so I can practice AND play year round. I keep some older clubs in the trunk (a driver, 5, 9, 52, and a putter) to practice with and the range I go to has Trackman for the bays as well as the grass lanes. Using the older clubs makes hitting my main set so much easier for me, and my HCP has come down a lot over the last year thanks to consistent practice and a lesson here and there! Keep up the great work! Get someplace sunny and warm ASAP! ☺️

[@hannahholdenNCG]

Bundled up like a toddler 🤣 Yes it is freezing here!! Praying for sun soon

[@jeffmasson4171]

Great vid yet again

[@hannahholdenNCG]

Thanks!

[@justinking2369]

Great content. Some of the best info to learn from!

[@hannahholdenNCG]

thank you!

[@alburnett1775]

Hannah love your videos only wish you were here in Florida please keep up the good work.

[@hannahholdenNCG]

I wish I was in Florida 😂🥶

[@Kesa47]

Gotta have a plan, always! Best tip: practice slow and exaggerated without a ball. I know I should but never do so I am going to write it down ( oo, was that another tip).😊

[@danielcorrigan6998]

Nice vid. Tip 7: warm up before hitting balls. Sometimes I’ll practice when it is 40 deg F or even lower. I’ll usually do some “jacks” or jog around the practice green for a few minutes before the range.

[@hannahholdenNCG]

Yes, I love that idea! Most people massively overlook warming up

[@jessehupko]

Do you or would you suggest to play a shorter tee box during the winter when the ball doesn’t fly as far? My handicap always seem to go up quite a bit in winter. How do you keep your handicap going up in winter? Is there a handicap index adjustment for weather & course conditions?

[@hannahholdenNCG]

Yes I would move up a tee box, we always tend to do that at my course. I also swap to a firmer ball that flys abit further!

[@jessehupko]

@@hannahholdenNCG thanks for ball advice too.

[@cwugrad396]

A+

[@johnmac3561]

New member I’m an old geezer `H cap. 8 love content keeping it simple thank you

[@hannahholdenNCG]

thank you!

[@gregcarnall9097]

Great tips Hannah

[@hannahholdenNCG]

Thanks!

[@tomtempinski2781]

I enjoyed watching this video. Great tips. Keep up the great work.

[@hannahholdenNCG]

Thank you!

[@abuhamza1970]

Brilliant video, so tempting to just smack balls at the range, but as the saying goes: “a little bit of intelligence goes a long way.” You can tell the successful golfer by the one who practices their short game more than their long game. It’s not as fun, but if you’re serious about bringing your score down, that’s where you need to concentrate. Thanks again Hannah for another great video, please keep them coming.

[@jonwright8236]

thanks for this Hannah, hope all well with you, love the hat:)

[@malcolmparker2243]

HI Hannah, would love to you use the dewiz golf swing device , for swing plane , wedge distances ,look forward to a video down the road cheers

[@TROC4343]

I constantly have to “subscribe” to your channel. When I check number of subscribers, it shows not subscribed. Don’t know why, but I wanted to make you aware. Always enjoy the videos. Cheers!

[@hannahholdenNCG]

That is strange, are you definitely logged into KZbin?

[@fiddlemywhat6056]

in for the 500th thumbs up!!!!

[@nealfreeman01]

Lastly.... practice: putt, putt, putt, putt and putt some more.

[@hannahholdenNCG]

yes but maybe in spring when the greens aren't frozen!!

[@Adrian-yv8sy]

did you find any new subscribers in your bag? hahaha

[@hannahholdenNCG]

a few!!

[@easye8097]

It takes little effort to subscribe and follow. Help her effort grow.

[@Willberight2moro]

Ron Chopper...Go to the bar, not the range....