ASK NIKKI DISANTO!
Pro Golfer, Long Drive Champion, Fitness Expert and Star of The Golf Channel's hit show "BIG BREAK" (V and VII)
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Nikki Disanto is an amazing gal and athlete and we're thrilled to have her join our terrific staff of Golf Experts! With her extensive background in golf, long drive competitions and fitness for golf training, she is certainly a valuable commodity for all of us hackers to have at our fingertips! So take advantage of this opportunity and ask Nikki your golf questions for free! She'll answer every question posed, as do all of our experts. Thanks again Nikki for joining our fine staff of pros and taking the time out of your very busy schedule to help out your fellow golf nuts!
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"Hi ISUCKATGOLF Fans!,
My name is Nikki Di Santo and I am so happy you are visiting this sight!
I hope you are enjoying it and learning we are never to old to learn and
improve something in our game! Golf mimics life, I think that is why we all
love it so much. It doesn't come easy so we have to have deep respect for
our game and those we play with. How fortunate we are to have these
opportunities to express life in our golf game! This is indeed the greatest
sport ever played. I love it with my entire heart! ;)
An important part of golf is our fitness and flexibility. Golf and fitness are areas in my life
I have given a great deal of my attention and dedication both mentally and
physically. I would love the opportunity to share some info with you on
these topics. Please feel free to ask me you golf swing questions, including questions on how to hit it longer and how to increase your fitness level for better golf. I will do my best to help you achieve you goal to play better golf!"
Nikki DiSanto
Nikki's Bio:
Professional Golfer
Long Drive Competitor and Champion
Co-Star of The Golf Channel's "Big Break V and VII" !
World Class Triathlon Coach
Fitness model
Certified: Nutritionist,
Personal Trainer and Yoga Instructor
Specialties: Sports Nutrition:
Core work and Plyometrics for Golf
Strength training for Long Driving
Weight loss
Body design
PAST QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
(July 2010)
Nikki,
If you had to give the “average golfer” one tip on how to hit longer drives, what would it be?
Sue
SUE
Hi Sue, if I were to suggest one thing, especially to a woman -as women are usually a bit more flexible is a bigger shoulder. A bigger shoulder turn can help you hit longer drives in golf. THERE ARE MANY WAYS TO HIT LONGER DRIVES, BUT I SUGGEST YOU FOCUS ON ONE THING AT A TIME. Just keep your eyes on the ball and your head still at impact. When you do this your shots will not only be longer but more accurate!
Nikki
(July 2010)
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Nikki,
I am very straight off the tee, but not very long. When I try to give it a rip I usually top it or slice it into the woods. Something bad! Do you have any drills for a newer golfer on how to learn to swing harder and still hit the ball straight. I’m afraid if I don’t learn to swing harder now I’ll never get it and I want to be a good player one day.
Kyle.
Hi Kyle, there is nothing like hitting a solid golf shot! That is for sure! But if golf teaches us one thing, it is patience. You will not improve your golf game by swinging harder in fact you may even slow down your golf swing and top it, and or hit it weaker. I suggest you relax over the ball. Your golf swing will definitely be faster and more accurate. When we tense our bodies up, we have no control. Just relax and take a deep breath before you hit the ball. I promise you will hit it Further and be way more in control. First practice this on the range for a bit, then bring it out to the course. Let me know how it goes. One thing is for sure, you will be a lot less tense after the game, and wont need to stop at the clubhouse for a drink.. :) Enjoy.
Nikki
(August 2010)
Nikki,
I’m 17 and play to a 9 handicap. I try to play almost every day, when I can’t I try to hit balls. Can you give me a good routine to use when hitting practice balls at the range so I get more out of my practice? Thanks so much!
Sandra
Hi Sandra, a good pre-shot routine, is something that you can repeat every time you hit a shot. So you should create on that feels comfortable for you. What I like to do is pick my shot, as well my target- Practice my swing 2 times. Once I do that, my mind is clear. I then take my stance over the ball and swing freely without to much thinking. My practice swings allow me to free my mind of expectations and they prepare my body and mind for my intended shot.
Try using this pre-shot routine on the driving range and also when you play. It may or may not work at first, but, just like with anything, the more you practice it, it becomes second nature.
This routine is very helpful for me. It allows me to do all of my thinking before I hit the shot,(about the wind, club choice, yardage... etc.) not during. Let me know how it goes. Soon, your practice routine will be second nature. Have fun! And thanks for visiting!
Nikki DiSanto
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