Bowling

Find a bowling ball that's the right weight and feels comfortable.

Get comfortable bowling shoes.

Always start your practice session with a positive thought.

Make sure you're throwing the first ball of every frame from the same starting position.

Get the timing right - each step of your foot should match up with a specific part of your arm swing and release.

Keep your hand and wrist strong through your entire shot.

If you throw a hook, turn your hand and wrist as the ball comes forward from your backswing.

If throw a straight ball, make sure to keep your hand and wrist straight through your release.

Finish your shot by throwing the ball down the lane as it passes your ankles.

Bring your arm up to at least shoulder height to complete the shot.

Keep your hand either in the handshake position or palm up, depending on how you throw the ball.

Tips

The ideal bowling ball speed is 16 miles per hour.

The marks on the lane are there to help guide your ball right into the pocket, so aim for them.

If your hook shot doesn't cut back at the right spot to go into the pocket, a strike is out of the question.

Find the right combination of angles, strength, and speed, and you get perfect pin action and the strike.

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Who it's for

This Bowling Checklist is for anyone who wants a simple, practical way to get things done without missing steps.

Avoid forgetting - keep all your Bowling essentials in one place (external memory)
Save time - start from a proven Bowling structure instead of a blank page
Stay on track - track progress, come back later, and keep momentum
Coordinate with others - share the list and divide responsibilities
Learn the process - follow the steps in a sensible order, even if it's your first time

How to use this Bowling Checklist

Save Bowling Checklist to your free Checklist account so your progress is saved and synced across devices.
Customize it in the app: remove anything that does not apply, then add your own details for Bowling (dates, sizes, addresses, notes).
If others are involved, invite them to collaborate and divide responsibilities.
Work through the list: check items off as you go, and set reminders for time-sensitive steps.

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