Shakespeare once said, “To roll or not to roll.” Of course, he didn’t, but this is the question we are here to answer today. Disc golf carts have become increasingly popular, and courses are being designed with carts in mind. Carts will save you energy and allow you to carry much more in your bag.…
Every disc golfer has experienced overwhelming frustration and disappointment when it comes to losing a disc golf disc at least once… or twice… or even multiple times a round. Whether your disc gets picked up by a strong gust of wind and ascends into the heavens, thrown into a pond that was deeper than you expected, or doesn’t land in the place “you swear it landed and couldn’t have gone anywhere else,” this article will give you some tips and tricks to prevent losing your favorite discs saving you time, money, and disappointment.
Disc golf has many inherent benefits. Simply showing up to the course will improve your overall health both physically and mentally via exercise, connection with people, connection with nature, stress reduction, and a multitude of other factors. The sport is quickly growing as people are looking for a sustainable way to get outside and be healthy. To put the health benefits of disc golf into a quantifiable framework I applied the findings of Dan Buettner in his book “Blue Zones.”
Disc golf addiction comes in many forms. But it always garners a similar result; loads of disc golf consumption. Whether it is playing or practicing or putting or viewing, the itch is real. This is an addiction of positive circumstance if we treat it right. Make sure other aspects of your life are in order and then it’s off to the course for 18 holes, or maybe 72.
Injuries are a part of disc golf. The more you play the more you know this to be true. While it is a relatively low-impact sport compared to many others, the repetitive nature of disc golf lends itself to potential injuries. The sudden acceleration and power of each shot adds up over time. This makes it necessary to take care of our bodies if we are to play disc golf for years to come. And of course, we want this! So, with this in mind, let’s look at 3 ways to prevent injuries.
Blow up holes happen to everyone. It is an experience no one wants and one that we know all too well. A player is left feeling naked and exposed as all confidence vanishes in an instant. Let’s unpack how to overcome a blow-up hole.
Over the river and through the woods to the disc golf course we go! Wait, I need to pack my bag first. But what to bring? You are in the right place. Disc golf rounds are adventures and you want to make sure you are prepared. There is no right way to pack your bag, but it certainly deserves some thought.
