Impact Position

The ellusive Impact Position - just what the heck is Impact Position - or the moment of truth in the golf swing. Does it really matter what my impact is? You bet it does! This is written for the right handed golfer. Here it is -

At impact you need these conditions in order to have consistent good contact on the ball - if you leave one out, good luck finding your golf ball.

1. left arm and shaft form an inline relationship with the shaft leaning forward.
2. 60 - 65% of more weight on left leg.
3. hips slightly turned to the left while your shoulders parallel to target line.
4. right ankle rolled inward while closing the gap between the knees.

Go to the range and try to incorporate some of this in slow mo, give it time to work - be patient and enjoy the progress you'll see down the road.

Hit Two Balls Instead of One

When you are hitting a typcial iron shot - let's say an 8 iron, the goal is to strike the little ball first (the golf ball) - then the big ball (the earth second). Technically - you should never only hit the ball. Your goal is to produce a divot in front of your ball.

The Two Knuckle Grip Works Best

Having trouble finding a golf grip that works - then try the two knuckle grip. If your a righthanded golfer, your left hand should be positioned so that 2 knuckles are pointing to the sky. This is a true neutral grip that gives you the best chance to control the flight of your golf ball.

If you are a Slicer - I recommend turning your right hand to the right more so that 3 knuckles are pointing to the sky. This allows more room for your left hand to rotate to the left as you come into the ball and produce an anti slice spin on the ball.

Your goal is to be able to hook a golf ball and not Slice it.