March 6th, 2010 Archive

Tension Trouble

March 6th, 2010 by admin in golf instruction

Scott Verplank - Royal Dornoch Golf Club, 10 July 2008
Creative Commons License photo credit: foxypar4 When some golfers want to hit the ball farther they tend to tense up and swing harder. Nothing could be more injurious for more shot distance. Tension is the root of all bad golf shots.

It starts with the grip. You should hold the club lightly enough so that someone can gradually pull it from your grasp. Your upper body must also remain relaxed. Prior to your shot, inhale deeply, taking four or five deep breaths to relax your upper body. To relax your legs try bouncing slightly up and down by flexing your knees. This will keep them relaxed and useful during the swing. For maximum swing results you must remain relaxed over the ball and during your swing at all times.

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The Feel of a Good Swing

March 6th, 2010 by admin in golf instruction

The_Players_2009Brad_090
Creative Commons License photo credit: nsaplayer How should a good swing really feel? A. Address – keep weight on the insides of both feet. B. Waggle – a mini swing that relieves tension and duplicates the actual swing. C. Backswing - the shoulders start the backswing by pushing the arms back, followed by the hips. The lead knee turns slightly away from the target, the lead heel rolls inward. D. Top – Weight should be loaded on rear foot, club is near or close to parallel. E. Downswing - started by the hips and legs. F. Impact – Weight move from rear to lead foot. Lead foot flattens, rear foot comes up on toes. G. Finish – weight on lead side, body facing target (maintain position until ball lands).

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