Bowling Tip #4: Let em roll Spend time rolling the ball. A bowling ball should never be thrown. How do you tell the difference? A thrown ball will land with a loud clunk and then slide a few feet before beginning to roll. A rolled ball lands quietly and quickly rolls down the lane. If you find that you re in the habit of throwing the ball, simply slow down. When most people think of bowling they think of what is called ten-pin bowling. Ten-pin bowling is the most popular and the most widely played form of bowling. Bowling balls used when playing ten-pin bowling have several set physical characteristics. First, ten-pin bowling balls are 8.5 inches in diameter. From ancient man and the courts of English kings to local alleys in cities all over the world, bowling alley etiquette has evolved into what players of today expect. Learning how to behave on the lanes is as much an important part of the game as figuring out how to score correctly. There are some major dos and don'ts when it comes to bowling lane etiquette. Do this for the left and right side of your neck as well. Shoulders Place your right arm across your chest, slightly bending it at the elbow, which should be turned away from your body. You should be able to feel the pull at the shoulder joint and sustain it for eight counts. Do the same for the other arm. In the smaller box, you should write down the number of pins that fell on the player's first try of the frame. 3. In the box next to the smaller one where you recorded the first attempt, write down the number of pins that fell on the second try. 4. Add the two numbers together and place the result (total) in the larger space at the bottom of the box. A beginner should practice often if he would like to excel in bowling. Bowling requires the players to master many movements and styles. It is only through continuous practice that one can master the game of repetition. There may be good and bad moves in bowling, but that do not mean that a bad performance will limit a person.