Bowling Techniques
In this section of the Bowling Coach, you'll learn the proper bowling technique to improve your bowling score. The main focus here is to maintain consistency by trying to repeat the perfect throw over and over again. There are 6 things you need to master in order to be a great bowler:
Good timing
Good arm swing
Good follow-through
Good release
Keep your shoulders in line with your target
Finally, being consistent with all of the above - being able to repeat that perfect throw each and every time
The Bowling Approach
Bowling tip number one: The delivery. It consists of the stance, walk, arm swing, release, follow-through, and the finish position. Let's start with the proper stance - you want to bend your knees slightly, sort of like sitting on a chair. Make sure your spine is tilted forward about 3 inches, in a position that you can push forward with strong balance.
Bowling tip number two: Once you get the stance down, you need to work on the bowling ball position and its height. Most people start the ball off at waist high. However, if you are a shorter person, try bringing the ball a little higher to get a little more swing. This allows you to generate more power in the throw.
Next, you'll want to focus on good timing. This is especially important because if your timing is off, your throw will be off. Even if you master the rest of the techniques, without good timing, there is no way you'll break into the 200 averages.
When and how to release the ball is very important as well. Most people don't understand this because it happens so quickly. The most important point to remember is that your thumb should exit the ball when the ball is right next to your ankle. In other words, release the ball at the bottom of the swing. Next, rotate your fingers 2 to 3 inches to the side of the ball to create a hook. Finally, finish with your arm right up toward the ceiling to get a good amount of revolutions on the ball.
Most bowlers have at least two bowling balls: a spare ball and a strike ball. Use the strike ball on your first throw and the spare ball to pick up any spares on the second throw. When using your strike ball, you want to start with the center dot, which is the 20th board of the lane. Try to aim at the second arrow from the right. As soon as you release the ball, rotate your fingers to hook the ball.
If you can master the above steps, you can improve your bowling score dramatically.
More detailed information on the bowling approach can be found here.
