The mental checklist associated with the typical golf swing setup is far too long. Most amateurs worry about too many factors rather than following a few simple steps. The following two easy steps will help you get into the proper golf swing setup each time you step up to the ball. This setup routine can be broken down into smaller steps, but in essence, it has two basic parts. Here are the steps for right-handed golfers:
Step One: Take Your Stance by Leaning Forward on One Foot
After gripping the club, place it behind the ball. Next, position your right foot behind the ball and put all your weight on it. Your left foot lags behind and provides balance. This position forces you into a comfortable distance from the ball. If you're too close, you'll feel the club pushing into your gut. If you're too far, you'll be reaching for the club. Your arms should hang straight down.
A second check is the location of your arms. Once you've established the proper distance from the ball, your arms will hang straight down. Gravity helps them find the proper position. Do not force them closer to or farther from your body.
Look Downrange While Placing Your Feet
Turn your head to look downrange as you place your feet. Taking your stance this way engages more of your senses. It dynamically helps you square up to the target. Shift your weight back and forth while looking at the target. Feel the bottoms of your feet making contact with the ground. Focus on the balls of your feet, or the front two-thirds of the foot.
Step Two: Tilt Slightly to the Right
By tilting your right shoulder down, it accomplishes three things. First, it places a little more weight on the right leg, preparing it for the backswing. Second, it aligns the right hand in the proper position on the club. The right hand naturally takes a lower position because the right shoulder is now lower. Third, this slight tilt helps align your shoulders, arms, and feet on the same path to the target.
For a video demonstration of the above steps, click on the link below. By following the golf swing setup steps in the video, you'll find yourself playing more often in the fairway and hitting the ball farther.
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