PRESET YOUR TIMING BEFORE YOU HIT THE SHOT

I walk behind the ball after I tee it up and take two practice swings. The first is a half-swing, reminding me not to let my real swing get too long. The second is full, but nice and slow. Just like you, I can get tense. When that happens, I tend to move, walk, talk and swing faster. So the second rehearsal swing, combined with a few deep breaths, helps me remain calm. After I choose my target and shot, I step in and line up the clubface first, then my feet. To make sure my hands are in the right spot at address, they should block the view of my left foot. My dad taught me that. I look at the target one more time ( above) and then start my swing. All of this might sound too methodical, but a consistent pre-shot routine leads to consistent timing.