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Some Of The Benefits Of Playing Golf
By Angus MacLeod

For many that enjoy the great game of golf it is all about the winning but most would admit that they play to improve their overall game. The most competitive players strive to add distance to their drive and reduce the strokes taken to complete the course. The game of golf meets all the needs of those people with a competitive spirit.

As well as fulfilling the urges for competition there are many other benefits to playing golf which include: exercise, interaction with others, enjoyment of the outdoors and the thrills involved when you land a hole in one. Oh, and then there is always the 19th hole!

Exercise

While golf does not appear as energetic as many other sports it is generally accepted that it provides an excellent level of exercise for individuals of all degrees of fitness. It is widely known that walking is the most effective and beneficial form of excercise and, while many choose to use the golf buggy, most players elect to walk from hole to hole often carrying their own golf clubs. Don't forget to add to this the high levels of exertion in the actual golf swing.

Exercise can be catergorized into two types: moderate and vigorous. A round of golf can be considered as a equivalent to a moderate workout. The game can also be used to help you lose weight! Up to 370 calories can easily be burnt off for every single hour spent playing golf.
[This estimate is based on that individual being a male, weighing 154 pounds and standing at 5'10" tall].

Interaction With Other People

As mentioned at the beginning of this article the 19th hole is an important part of the game. If you really don't know the 19th hole is the club house where friendships and interactions are developed that can be lifelong. It is common to play golf in pairs or as part of a group of four golfers. Even if you usually find it difficult to make new friends you will find that it isn't long before you find yourself included, often to make up the numbers of a group if somebody has failed to turn up.

The game of golf called a foursome provides excellent opportunities for individuals to interact with each other. As you move from one hole to another the conversation can often be puntuated by the telling of jokes and the sharing of stories. Many business men will conduct their business while playing a round of golf. Depending on the weather, this interaction is usually conducted in a non-threatening, but competitive environment. This type of interaction, as well as proving to be therapeutic, is an excellent opportunity to bond with other individuals.

Enjoying The Great Outdoors

My favorite aspect of golf is the location of the golf course. There is nothing better than enjoying a game breathing fresh clean air in, usually, spectacular natural surroundings. Being outdoors is an opportunity to appreciate the beauty and splendour of nature with many golfers planning their foriegn vacation based upon the local courses.

The game of golf can also be a great stress reliever for the individual able to benefit from the relative quietness of the golf course which will allow them to center themselves and focus on the simple things of life. The simple fact that you are in a different environment than usual can be hugely beneficial. Nothing can beat a round after a stressful day at the office/workplace. On a more personal note if you are having problems in the home a couple of hours spent away from the situation can sometimes make all the difference and often set your mind to the steps needed for resolution.

Author Details:
Angus MacLeod, copywriter for various websites including, Golf in Scotland and The A to Z of with his main interests being golf and fishing, especially when in Scotland.

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