Golf Swing Mechanics
Master the fundamentals of an efficient golf swing
🏌️ Swing Fundamentals
Setup and Address Position
- • Ball Position: Forward of center for driver, center for wedges
- • Stance Width: Shoulder-width for driver, narrower for shorter clubs
- • Spine Angle: Maintain consistent tilt throughout swing
- • Weight Distribution: Slightly favoring right side at address
- • Grip Pressure: Light but secure, 4-5 on scale of 1-10
Backswing Sequence
- • Takeaway: One-piece motion with hands, arms, and shoulders
- • First Move: Left shoulder under chin, right elbow stays close
- • Hip Turn: 45-degree rotation, resist with lower body
- • Top Position: Left arm straight, wrist cocked, weight on right side
- • Shoulder Turn: 90-degree rotation for full swing
⚡ Downswing and Impact
Transition
- • Lower body initiates downswing
- • Hips shift toward target
- • Maintain lag in wrists
- • Sequence: legs, hips, torso, arms
Impact Position
- • Hands ahead of ball
- • Weight on left side
- • Hips open to target
- • Right shoulder lower than left
Follow Through
- • Full extension through ball
- • Balanced finish position
- • Chest facing target
- • Right shoulder over left foot
🔧 Common Swing Faults and Fixes
Slice (Ball Curves Right)
Causes:
- • Open clubface at impact
- • Outside-in swing path
- • Weak grip position
- • Over-the-top move
Fixes:
- • Strengthen grip slightly
- • Work on inside-out swing path
- • Practice closed clubface drills
- • Focus on proper hip rotation
Hook (Ball Curves Left)
Causes:
- • Closed clubface at impact
- • Inside-out swing path
- • Strong grip position
- • Early release of hands
Fixes:
- • Weaken grip slightly
- • Work on holding lag longer
- • Practice open clubface drills
- • Focus on proper body rotation