Bananas are probably the most popular fruit in golf, and not just for their nutritional value and health benefits. Bananas can be a fantastic prop and visual aid to fix swing faults and energize your golf practice and game.

In addition to improving blood sugar levels, supporting digestive health, aiding weight loss, and improving insulin sensitivity, bananas can help get rid of slices, improve the grip, and hone the ball strike.

The banana slice (or split) is the most common missed shot. Avoid an open club face at impact which causes a banana slice and focus on your release. Here’s the golf recipe:

  1. First, get a hold of your driver.
  2. Set up as usual over the ball and move your lead foot about one foot forward to lock in your left hip and avoid over-rotation of your body. This will stabilize your lower body.
  3. Lower your right hand on the grip about 2-3 inches below your upper hand to create a split grip.
  4. Simulate a ¾ golf swing.
  5. Avoid moving your hips forward.
  6. Work the release through the ball without over rotating your body.
  7. Practice. Practice. Practice… Let her rip.

There are many reasons to carry a banana in your golf bag when you practice and when you play. Once you master the different techniques, it’s time to celebrate with a real banana split. Slice your banana in half, add ice cream, whipped cream, and warm chocolate, and enjoy your reward.