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Break 90 in 90 Days

17 bogeys and 1 par. It can‘t be that hard... right?

Golf is a game up ups and downs, and it‘s easy to get stuck in a rut. I‘ll show you how to break 90 for the first time, and how to do it consistently.

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Breaking 80 Secrets

I‘ll show you how to break 80 for the first time. Your days of round-crushing blowup holes are over. I‘ll show you the practice strategies, mindset, and shots you need to break 80 consistently.

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About the author

Zach Gollwitzer

Hey there! My name is Zach Gollwitzer. I am a former D1 collegiate golfer and the creator of The DIY Golfer. I‘m here to help you level up your game and build a consistent golf swing. Read my golfing story here.


Most popular articles

Read the most popular content at The DIY Golfer, where thousands of golfers have found valuable resources to improve their game. Dive into articles that have transformed games and unleashed golfing potential.

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10 tips for breaking 90 faster in golf

Breaking 90 is no easy task. Here are 10 tips from a former D1 college golfer on how to do it.

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Aimpoint Express for Beginners

What is Aimpoint Express? Major champions like Adam Scott are using the system, but is it suitable for the average golfer? Here's what you need to know.

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Long game
The One-Piece Takeaway and Right Arm Takeaway

This post demonstrates two different takeaway methods used by PGA Tour players, and explains why they are both acceptable takeaway methods.

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Putting Tips: Are you linear or Non-linear?

Learn what a linear putter is, what a non-linear putter is, and how knowing your preference can improve your green reading and putting in general.

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Long game
Stack and Tilt: The Most Misunderstood Swing in Golf

There are a lot of criticisms of the Stack and Tilt swing, but certainly not much clarity on the subject. In this post, I would like to sort through these misconceptions.

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Learn to practice more effectively

Maximize your practice sessions with The DIY Golfer's proven strategies, discovering effective drills, training methods, and mental approaches to optimize your golf practice.

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FREE, personalized practice plan

Take a short quiz below to tell me about your game and I‘ll send you a free practice plan that will drop strokes off your game immediately.

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My current golf goal is to...

Some popular posts on practicing

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4 Strategies for Practicing Golf During Winter

Tired of seeing your game get worse during the winter? Here are 4 ways to overcome this, and be ready when springtime comes!

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Does Practicing Golf Make You Worse?

Sometimes, it seems like our practice is making us worse, and for good reason. If you don't know what to practice and when, you might actually be making yourself worse rather than better.

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Practice strategies
How to Make a Swing Change Without Losing Your Game

Learn the types of swing changes you can make, and how to make them without losing the ability to play good golf.

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Practice strategies
Is Hitting Golf Balls off Mats Bad for your Game?

When I first started playing, I often wondered whether hitting off mats was bad for my game? This post explores some of the upsides and downsides to practicing golf on mats.

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Practice strategies
How to Record Your Golf Swing: Your #1 Game Improvement Tool

Learn how to analyze your own swing so you can quickly diagnose and solve your swing faults on the spot.

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Practice strategies
The Slow Motion Golf Swing

One of the best ways to integrate positions into your golf swing is by making a slow motion swing. Quit searching for crazy training aids because this drill works.

Learn the golf swing

Unlock the secrets of a perfect golf swing with The DIY Golfer, exploring in-depth articles that demystify the art of swinging for the fences. Learn how to hit the ball farther, straighter, and more consistently.

The Foundations of the Golf Swing

In this free instructional series, you‘ll learn the core principles of the golf swing from the lens of The Golfing Machine, a legendary book that has inspired golf instruction across the globe for decades.

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Long game
Deciphering The Golfing Machine

The Golfing Machine by Homer Kelley is like reading a foreign language. It took me several reads before fully understanding it and I don't want that same painful experience for you!

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Long game
The "Flying Wedges" and Wrist Movement Glossary

The flying wedges are a Golfing Machine concept that will help you make more solid contact every time.

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Long game
Golf Ball Position: Is it the same for everyone?

This post explores all of the factors which contribute to ball-position as well as some common misconceptions of ball position.

Fix your slice in 3 days

In this FREE, mini video series, I walk through the primary cause of inconsistent golf and how you can fix it today.

Buy the best equipment

Make informed choices for the best golf equipment with The DIY Golfer, offering insider reviews, recommendations, and tips to maximize your performance and enjoyment.

The Ultimate Equipment Buying Guide

A golf store can be an intimidating place. In this series, I‘ll walk you through the process of buying golf clubs, from the basics of club fitting to the best places to buy clubs online.

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Equipment
How to Find a 3-Wood You Can Trust

Having a 3-wood that you can trust is a massive advantage in golf.  Most golfers do not utilize their 3-woods effectively because they never took the time to buy one that they trusted.  I want to change that.

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Equipment
How to Find a Great Set of Irons

Believe it or not, buying a great set of irons is relatively easy and does not need to cost you a fortune.

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How to Find the Correct Golf Grip Size for your Game

One of the most refreshing things in golf is throwing on some new grips.  But which ones should you buy?  Cord grips?  Tour Velvets?  Winn?  And what size?  Let's take a walk down the grip aisle.

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Equipment
How to Find the Right Putter for Your Game

If I had to guess, Tiger Woods would sell his multi-million dollar yacht before he sold his trusty Scotty Cameron putter.  Why?  Because putters are personal.  I'll show you how to find yours.

Clubmaking

Unleash your inner craftsman with The DIY Golfer's clubmaking expertise, diving into step-by-step tutorials and tips to create customized clubs for your unique game.

Introduction to clubmaking

In this series, you will learn the basics of clubmaking and gain the skills required to re-grip, re-shaft, and fix your golf clubs at home.

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Golf clubmaking
Basic Clubmaking Techniques

Are you tired of driving to the golf store every time you need a minor adjustment made to a golf club? Learn the basics of clubmaking and save yourself some time!

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Golf clubmaking
How to Clean Your Golf Grips

There is nothing worse for your game than old, dirty golf grips. Not only does it feel terrible; it substantially affects your performance!

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Golf clubmaking
How to Counter-Weight a Golf Club with Tour Lock Pro Weights

It is easy to add swing weight to a golf club, but how do you REMOVE swing weight? In this post, I'll show you a tool for doing this.

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Golf clubmaking
How to Cut a Golf Shaft

Sometimes, you need to shorten a golf club in your bag, but you don't want to waste your time driving to the golf store and paying money to do it. In this post, I'll show you the easiest way to cut a golf shaft at home.

Refinishing

Revitalize your golf equipment with The DIY Golfer's refinishing insights, discovering techniques, tools, and expert advice to give your gear a fresh and personalized look.

Introduction to refinishing

Refinishing golf clubs (mostly putters) is a fun hobby anyone can do at home. If you like to tinker, this is the series for you!

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Golf club refinishing
Basic Refinishing Techniques

Thinking about a new hobby? Golf club refinishing is an excellent way to pass the time and even make a few bucks while you're at it.

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Golf club refinishing
Basic Satin Finish

Here is a basic way to refinish any putter that looks great every time!

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Golf club refinishing
How to do a Black Oxide Finish on a Carbon Steel Putter

One of the best looking refinishes that you can do is the classic black oxide finish. In this tutorial, I will show you how to do this simple finish.

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Golf club refinishing
How to do a "Fade" Paint-fill on a Scotty Cameron Putter

One of the best looking methods for paint-filling the "cherry dots" of a Scotty Cameron is the fade method.  It is rather simple, and looks amazing when finished!