How to Choose a Bowling Ball Weight
Choosing the right bowling ball weight is crucial for comfort, control, and performance. This guide helps beginners, kids, and seniors select the ideal ball weight to enhance their game while preventing strain or injury. A general rule is to use a ball that’s about 10% of your body weight, with children using 6-10 lbs, seniors 10-14 lbs, and beginners 10-14 lbs. Factors like strength, experience, and physical condition also influence the decision. Testing different weights and consulting a pro shop can help find the best fit. Learn how to select the perfect bowling ball weight for a better experience.
Written By: Rich Carubba | Written On: Saturday, December 12, 2009 | Updated On: Monday, February 17, 2025
Tips For Our Citizens With Seniority
Bowling is a beloved sport enjoyed by people of all ages. For senior citizens, or "citizens with seniority," bowling is more than just a sport—it's a social activity, a way to stay active, and a skillful challenge that brings joy and satisfaction. However, as we age, physical changes can affect how we approach the game.
Written By: Keith Spear | Written On: Friday, November 15, 2024
Bowling As A Senior
Learning how senior bowlers can prepare for competition part 2 will help players make best use of their physical tools and bowling equipment
Written By: bowlingball.com | Written On: Saturday, October 5, 2024
Average Raising Bowling Tips For Seniors
This article is intended for senior and intermediate average range bowlers offering simple tips not requiring much effort to implement.
Written By: bowlingball.com | Written On: Wednesday, January 3, 2024
Tips for Seniors
As we grow older and wish to continue bowling, we sometimes have to make adjustments for physical reasons. Ball weight is often the first step most people take.
Written By: bowlingball.com | Written On: Friday, August 18, 2023
Tips For Senior Bowling Practice
If you are a senior bowler and are finding it more and more difficult to compete, there are a few tips for senior bowling practice to sharpen your skills.
Written By: bowlingball.com | Written On: Monday, July 3, 2023
Increase Ball Speed For Senior Bowlers
If you are a senior bowler and are finding it more and more difficult to maintain good ball speed, there are a few tips that can help.
Written By: Rich Carubba | Written On: Tuesday, January 31, 2023
As A 200 Plus Senior Bowler, How Can I Improve?
This article suggests senior bowlers can improve their game even as accomplished 200 average players by increasing ball speed, hastening the pace of their steps, and making sure they prepare the surfaces of their bowling balls to match the lane conditions.
Written By: bowlingball.com | Written On: Thursday, April 21, 2022
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