In golf, swing speed refers to the speed of the club head as it strikes the ball. The smoother your swing, the farther the ball will go. A nice smooth golf swing will drive the ball farther than a slap shot swing. The acceleration of a downswing turns power into driving the ball.
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Difficulty:
Moderate
Instructions
1
Get to know your hip area. Feel how they move. Your hips are the key to new power in your swing.
2
Generate a bump action with your hips at the top of your back swing.
3
Lift your club in a back swing position and freeze. If your hips are not perched to 1 side then put them there.
4
Turn your hips as fast as you can towards the target spot. Keep your shoulders back until the club head is just about to meet the ball.
5
Swing the club through the ball evenly. Your hands should come to a rest at shoulder level.
6
Take another practice swing until you can visualize the perfect swing and feel relaxed enough to perform.
7
Maintain your balance. Keep your weight on the balls of your feet. Move through the ball with vision and confidence.
Tips & Warnings
Relaxation and a mental vision of your swing are key to driving the ball long distances.
Stretching exercises help loosen the muscles in the lower back. This helps to gyrate your hips in a bumping action better.
Right-handers lift your right heel-you will feel your hands "whip" through the golf ball. Listen for a ping sound-it is a golfer's favorite sound.
If you have a new larger club head you will want to tee your ball at least an inch off the ground.
Golf lessons will help prevent lower back and shoulder injuries.
Do not swing at the ball-this will cause injury to your lower back and shoulders.
