How to Improve Alignment in Golf

The game of golf is based around one simple objective, to get the ball from point A to point B in as few shots as possible. The easiest way to do that is to hit the ball towards the hole. If your alignment is off, you'll never get the ball close to it. Correct alignment in golf begins with knowing exactly where the target is and finding the target line, addressing the ball correctly by squaring yourself to the target and finally swinging down the target line to get the ball from one point to another.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Look from behind the ball and line it up directly with the target. If there's no hole or flag to look at, pick a point in the distance and visualize where your ideal shot would land. Back up behind the ball at least 3 to 5 feet to get a good perspective.

2. Bring that visual line of perfect alignment down until you reach the ground in front of you. This should be relatively close to the golf ball. Mentally note the exact spot because that's where you will aim.

3. Step up to the golf ball as you normally would. Go through your personal routine. Right before you would take a swing, stop and lay your club down. Line it up across your toes. Again, step back behind the ball and check your stance. Align yourself with the target that you visualized.

4. Correct any problems with your alignment. Place the club behind the ball and square it with the target and the point you designated right in front of the ball. Make sure your feet are square with the target.

5. Swing down the target line and keep the club head traveling in the designated line. Keep your arms extended as if you were shaking someone's hand.

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