‘Breezeways’ Archives
The Back Swing
A common question that arises during conversation about golf is what really initiates the backswing? There are many answers depending on what works for you. Many great touring pros have discussed their own keys to starting the backswing. A club head or wrist waggle is always a good way, and one that was used by many good players. It has also been [...]
Posture: another important fundamental
Your posture or the angle of your body at the address position will probably determine at what position the club face will be in when it contacts the ball. When you watch a player address the ball, you already have an idea that they are in either a good or bad position to make a good swing. Proper posture can be achieved if you stand up straight [...]
The Grip
Grip, Posture, Backswing, Downswing and Impact Zone or Release Every aspect of the fundamentals is important and each one needs to be understood clearly. The proper grip can make your association with the club a positive and good starting point. The only thing that will contact the ball is the club face and the only thing that touches the [...]
Body Control at Impact
It has been said that golf is an unnatural game. Your body faces in one direction while you swing the club in another. When you swing the club head down at the ball, it goes up, and when you swing the club head up at the ball, the ball goes down. Most players use their bodies when trying to hit the ball. That is what most people think the [...]
Finding Your Keys
You have probably heard the remark, “I found the keys!” after a very good round of golf. It is something you may hear when a player shoots a low score and his swing keys or concentration points have allowed him a very rewarding day. It is usually triggered by repeating a thought and movement. However, the next round of golf may not have the [...]
Swinging in the Breeze
Loft and getting the ball to fly high is a result of swinging the club head down and contacting the ball on the downswing. A downward blow creates backspin which, in turn, produces lift. The golf club goes in an upward motion on the backswing, reaches the top of the swing and starts downward until it reaches the bottom of the arc where it begins [...]
