Well, you're halfway there then. Now all you have to do is lose the game.
How do you use the meter? You don't. You leave that game the eff alone and you move on to something better. I thought that game was TERRIBLE.
If you're serious (or just a glutton for punishment) about sticking with it, then check out my review of the game. <a href=http://www.videogamereview.com/X,Box/AMF,Bowling,2004/PRD_292233_4167crx.aspx#reviews>Here.</a> In it, I glossed over the control mechanic. It may help.
man im just trying it out so far its nothing but gayness but mine as well mess with it a lil bit