Bob Hope once famously said, "If you watch a game, it's fun. If you play it, it's recreation. If you work at it, it's golf!" The quote applies just as much now as it did decades ago. While it is true that golf is fun and many golfers play for recreation, golf is above all an art form that requires constant attention and practice. Luckily, working on your golf swing can bring just as much enjoyment and personal satisfaction as playing an entire round.
Every swing you take will present a different opportunity for improvement, as there are many different aspects to a swing, from the set-up to the backswing, downswing, impact and finish. Each aspect is made of many different points. One misstep at any point and your swing can suffer. Yet, if you take the time to practice your swing, and employ the above mentioned tips and techniques, you will find a marked overall improvement in your shots. So don’t think of practice as work, think of it as part of the game.
The best part is that golf is one of the few sports that is highly enjoyable no matter your skill level. When you play you learn and vice versa, so get out and play as much as you can. Because in golf, practice really does make perfect.