FIVE ESSENTIAL GOLF SWING TIPS FOR A MORE CONSISTENT GAME
A great golf swing isn’t about strength—it’s about balance, rhythm, and efficiency. Whether you’re new to the game or refining your fundamentals, these five key tips can help you hit cleaner, straighter shots more often.
1. Start With A Solid Setup
A consistent swing begins before the club even moves. Align your feet, hips, and shoulders parallel to the target line. Maintain a slight knee bend and keep your weight balanced between both feet. Good posture creates the foundation for accuracy.
2. Use A Smooth Takeaway
Avoid rushing the takeaway. Start the swing with your shoulders—not your hands—keeping the club low to the ground during the first few inches. This promotes a wider arc and prevents an early breakdown of your wrist hinge.
3. Rotate, Don’t Sway
Power comes from rotation. As you turn your shoulders and hips on the backswing, try to keep your head steady and your weight inside your trail foot. A sway—shifting laterally—makes solid contact harder.
4. Shift Through The Ball
On the downswing, shift your weight onto your lead foot and turn your hips toward the target. Imagine hitting through the ball, not at it. This helps generate compression and better distance.
5. Finish Strong
Hold a balanced finish. If you’re falling backward or losing your footing, something in the sequence was off. A controlled finish usually means your swing stayed in sync.
Final Thought
Golf is a game of patience and repetition. Focus on fundamentals one at a time, practice with purpose, and consistency will follow. Small adjustments can lead to big improvements—and more fun every time you tee it up.
Regards,
Shane Mills, PGA
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