Bowling Balance Can Be Easy

By: bowlingball.com, Originally Posted: 6/27/17; Updated: 12/31/20

Every bowler relies on good balance for repeating good shots. Bowling balance can be easy if you follow a simple principle.

The fewest moving parts while bowling creates an efficient approach. A good sturdy, center of balance is key when bowling.

If you only move your legs and bowling arm swing, as example, there are few things which can cause a loss of body balance.

This concept of reducing body movements which are not part of walking and swinging your bowling ball is an easy method of retaining good balance.

This notion presupposes that you establish a stable posture before walking and retain that posture throughout your entire approach.

Once you set up using an athletic posture and essentially are in a solid position to release your bowling ball before beginning to bowl, all you need to do is to isolate any unneeded movements other than your walking motion and swinging your bowling ball.

Focus on keeping your head as motionless as possible while swinging and releasing the bowling ball. Keep your eyes focused on your bowling aim point.

Also, retain a constant spine angle so you avoid sudden movements such as pressing forward or lunging with your body when delivering your bowling ball.

Little or zero upper body movement will help produce good balance during your approach and lead to accurate shot making.

Create good balance by doing the following:

*Pre-set your upper body into your delivery position when taking your stance.

*Move only your legs and bowling arm swinging your ball during your approach.

*Eliminate all other unnecessary body movement such as head movement.

*Retain a constant spine angle while walking, swinging, and releasing your bowling ball.

These steps are part of a greater process in good shotmaking. What ties all of this together is good approach tempo. If you strive to bowl using the same walking pace, swing pace, and deliver your ball at a consistent speed, you improve your chances at making and repeating quality shots. Bowling balance can be easy if you remember that the less moving parts, the less chance for error.

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