If you are renting clubs, or purchasing from a clubhouse, ask for assistance to determine your correct club sizing.
You should not have to bend or lean over to grab the club. If you do, your club may be too short.
Don’t grip too hard! A tense grip means your swing will not be fluid and smooth.
This grip is also good for children or people who are brand new to golf.
Try shifting your weight around and rocking back and forth to be sure you’re standing in a stable, but comfortable position.
You also don’t want to rest the club head too close the ball. If you accidentally tap the ball, it may cost you a stroke!
Avoid squatting down too far and check to see that your knees are in line with the balls of your feet.
You can check your weight distribution by wiggling your toes. If you can’t raise them, then your weight is too far forward. If you’re able to raise the front of your foot, then your weight is too far back in your heels.
Every little extra bit of bend in your back decreases your ability to rotate your shoulders, so keep your back straight! Make sure that you don’t bend at your waist and lower back. The rotation of your swing can injure you if you’re not in proper alignment.
If you’re right-handed, you can line up the ball with the logo of your shirt.
After placing the club on the ground, it may help to take a step back to see where it is pointing. You can also lay a club down to line up your stance and aim your shot.
Remember not to touch the ball with your club before you swing!
Even though your front arm is meant to be rigid and straight, you still need to stay relaxed in order to have fluid motion in your swing.
The wrist break should feel natural and comfortable. If you have limited mobility in your wrists, or if it hurts to hinge at the wrists, you may need to modify your swing.
Keep your head from moving by keeping your eyes on the golf ball. Your front arm may bend slightly at the elbow to allow for greater rotation.
Pausing at the top of your backswing causes your body to tense up and will lead to a poor stroke.
Keep your head down and your eyes on the ball until your swing is complete.
There should not be a large chunk of turf removed. Striking the ground with your club is bad for your club and could lead to an injury.
Use the distance markers and posts on the driving range to practice your aim.
Choose a target down range to aim for. As you practice with your irons, the alignment sticks can allow you to see any deviation in your swing.
The resistance should not be so great that you are straining to keep your arms straight. After practicing for a while with the bands on, take them off to see if you notice an improvement in your swing. Don’t wear the bands for too long or you can develop tension in your back, neck, and shoulders.
Do this exercise up to 100 times to improve your takeaway speed.
