How to Gauge Golf Swing Speed

Until a few years ago, golfers couldn't calculate their swing speeds. Today, swing speed analyzers have changed the game. New shafts are designed with specific swing speeds for woods and irons. Players easily can find the right equipment because they can gauge swing speed. You can even increase your swing speed.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Call local golf stores to find out whether they have a golf swing speed analyzer to gauge swing speeds. Many stores have computer programs to track your swing speed, launch angle, side rotation, overall rotation, and carry distance from a launch monitor.

2. Take your driver to a store with a swing speed analyzer. You may have to hit the new drivers at the store as if you are going to purchase a new club. Explain to the store salesperson you brought your current driver to get an accurate comparison with the new equipment, and that you may find your current driver works best.

3. Warm up by stretching your muscles and taking several practice swings before gauging swing speed. You need an accurate reading of your middle-of-the-round swing speed to find the right equipment.

4. Set up to hit some golf balls using the swing speed machine. Usually, a sales person will set everything up for you.

5. Use your normal stance and swing to hit the ball off the launch monitor. Gauge your regular swing speed, not an accelerated swing you can't control.

6. Hit at least six balls to get a swing speed average. While at the store, try other equipment to see if it increases your speed.

7. Change the shafts in your golf clubs to more accurately reflect your true swing speed or consider upgrading to new clubs with the proper shafts. You may get more confidence in your clubs if you already have the right shaft for your swing speed.

Tips & Warnings

• Use exercises (like the lunge and twist) to strengthen your torso to increase swing speed. You can also develop more flexibility for a bigger shoulder turn to increase swing speed.
• Get a general idea of the shaft you need by looking at the club you use to hit the ball 150 yards. Follow thess guidelines: 8 or 9 iron for extra stiff, 6 or 7 iron for stiff, 5 or 6 iron for regular and 4 iron for A-Flex (senior).
• Even though swing speed is important, you can actually hit the ball further with a slower swing that hits the ball on the sweet spot on the club than with a faster swing that misses the sweet spot.

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