Golf gloves on both hands?

Question

I just started golfing at age 19, and I have a slight problem. My swing is getting better, but I've been getting a bad callus on my thumb on my right hand (I'm a right handed golfer), along with some softer calluses on the insides of all 4 fingers. I have a natural tendancy to grip tighter than normal (not just for golf, but everything). Would it be beneficial to me to wear gloves on both hands?

Answer 1

You can use gloves on both hands if you want. It is only important that you make good contact. I say loosen up from your arms. The club is only hitting the ball so a tight grip will do nothing for you. In fact it will make your game worse. Try to grip the club so it can't turn in your hands. then just swing. Don't tighten up or loosen up on your downswing. Just find the trigger point, and go. Grip the club like you would squeeze a trigger of a 9mm. You wouldn't grip too quickly or tight or you will lose control. Just a soft wrap is all you need.

Answer 2

you can either be tough and let the calluses beef up your hands, or you can look like a sissy wearing two gloves!... but honestly I don't think people care...

do whatever makes you feel comfortable, and who cares what anyone thinks... if it helps, do it!!!

Answer 3

it shouldn't hurt your hands as much.

Answer 4

maybe in the short term, but it sounds like you have a flaw in your grip or swing. it's also possible that it is your equipment. i have this really soft rubber grip replacement on my wilson driver, and it makes a huge difference in comfort. also, steel irons tend to be harder on your hands. you might want to switch to graphite irons.

Answer 5

scott c., is right, practice with a light grip. Almost as if you were going to let go of the club. Dude my grip is so light that i dont wear a glove and im 15 and a 4-handicap

Answer 6

I'd try it.  I don't use a glove at all, but I have pretty though hands.  My son, who is bigger and stronger and can wax my a** on the course gets blisters galore when he plays without a glove.

Getting blisters on your right hand says NOTHING about any "problems" you may have with your swing.  Many players play with strong right-hand grips.  The greatest ball striker of all time, Moe Norman and more recently, Paul Azinger.

Answer 7

yes, i used to wear a glove on both hands, just to remind myself that i didn't have to grip as hard. on a scale of 1-10 they should be about a 4 or 5. wearing 2 gloves will give you the confidence to grip lighter and not worry about the club flying out of your hands. do it! plus you'll be able to play more because you won't have calluses you will notice that if you grip too hard that you'll wear holes into your gloves too instead of your hands.

Answer 8

No, I don't think that's the answer.  If you do, you're just trying to overcompensate for a bad habit.  Since you are just starting the game, it's important to develop good swing habits.  Over gripping is a very common mistake for beginners.  Concentrate on using less right hand grip at the range.  It's going to feel awkward at first but since golf is a game you will play for the rest of your life (if you like it that is), the later you try to correct your grip strength, the harder it's going to be.

Answer 9

This happens to me alot also. As you get older and play golf more, your hands will "toughen" up and then you wont get callisis or blisters. I just take a couple days of golf off, or just slap a bandaid on it. =p

Answer 10

Some people do wear gloves on both hands, but you will notice that most pros do not, so this ought to be some indication for you.

Generally, you want to grip the club loosely in your hands.  Many teachers suggest holding the club just tight enough so that it won't fly out of your hands.  

I suggest that you stop by a golf store or libabry and pick up Ben Hogan's "Five Lessons" and read the section on the grip.  He describes in great detail exactly how much pressue to apply in your grip. its much less than would cause blistering and callouses.

Also, read the book to see if you are gripping correctly.  An incorrect grip can also cause blisters and callouses.

Good luck.

Answer 11

Well either loosen the grip or put a band aid or tape over your fingers.  2 gloves lessens your feel in my opinion.  Loosening your grip will aid in hitting the ball further as well.