Golf, The Sport For a Midlife Crisis by Guest Author Scott McCormick

Jun 26, 2013 by

Golf, The Sport For a Midlife Crisis

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Life is the only thing tougher than being a scratch golfer. An exaggeration, but seriously, life is difficult and sometimes people need an outlet to help them get through the hard times. A point in life when many struggle is the so-called “midlife crisis” phase, when people search for a new beginning or something to jumpstart their mindset. We’ve all been there, at least somewhat. If not, we will be. It’s just life.

One unexpected activity that people can lean on during a midlife crisis is golf. Hitting the links provides necessary infusions of challenge, reward and social interaction that are needed in trying times. Below are the specific positive aspects of golf that make it a ripe activity for people to pick up during a midlife crisis.

 

1. Challenging

Golf is challenging. There’s absolutely no secret. Everybody knows it, and if they don’t, they will when they step up to the tee box. Golf is an interesting activity because although it’s extremely difficult, improvement is strongly correlated with the amount of practice time.
People struggling in a midlife crisis often need a challenge. They need something to take their mind off of their daily routine and help them escape to a place they can enjoy. Golf provides an option that people can look to for a direct assessment of their skill and mental capability. Golf is stimulating both mentally and physically, and often this is exactly the type of thing people need when they’re in a rut.

Realization: Sometimes all it takes during a midlife crisis is something to provide a healthy challenge. Golf does just that. Regardless of skill level, the process of chipping away at the mastery of a difficult sport is beneficial to a psyche.

2. Physically possible

Finding an escape that’s not only stimulating but physically possible is hard for some people. Golf presents an activity that people of nearly every age can partake in. Those in a midlife crisis may not take up rock climbing or water skiing due to the physical demands. Golf is different, in the sense that it provides healthy low impact exercise to willing participants. Regardless of the player, golf is a hobby that only requires base level physical attributes to play. To actually compete is a different story, but to play is within anyone’s grasp.

Realization: A common barrier to picking up a new sport in adulthood is the belief that it’s too difficult physically. Golf sidesteps this thinking with a low impact option.

3. Social

While golf is surely an individual sport, the activity itself is far from it. Golf is a collaborative social situation that often involves Golfing with your significant other by Tia Preece of Golf Bellesfriends, and even strangers with like-minded intentions. For those going through a midlife crisis, social escapes can often make or break a mindset adjustment. Social outlets can be the best remedy for any personal crunch, and golf is a safe bet during a time like this.

Realization: Social activities are often very constructive for those struggling with personal struggles. In a midlife crisis, it’s no different. Golf provides social contact with known acquaintances and also strangers in a friendly and safe environment.

Hitting the links is the perfect medicine for a midlife crisis. A pastime that provides challenge and social interaction with manageable physical demands is ideal for those looking to get their mind, and life, back on track.

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Scott McCormick is a human first and golfer second. He understands that life isn’t always easy. When he’s not looking for a new golf course to play he writes for Golf Now Charlotte.

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