How do I generate a more consistent golf swing?
How do I generate a more consistent golf swing?
I am a decent amatuer high school golfer who shoots up to 43 (on nine of course) on a good day and up to 60 on a bad day. My main problem is the consistency of my irons shots. I drive about 260 down the middle and have a good short game. However, I hit grounders with many of my long irons that not only kill my score, but also put me in an even worse position. If any of you have any tips, experirences, or methods to help me overcome this problem it would be greatly appreciated. My stance is such that I place the ball in between my legs, should I change it?
And yes I do practice frequently.
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8 Responses
2.2.2010
Best Answer – Chosen by Voters First of all if you hit your woods well you can trade in… say your 3 iron for a 7 wood. That's what I do and I LOVE it. Aside from that you could use a swing trainer but before you do that I would recommend a pre-shot routine if you do not already have one that will allow you to maintian the fundamentals for every shot. The pre-shot routine would address the flaws in your particular swing.
2.2.2010
just forget about the ball. pretend your swinging on plane and the ball happens to get in the way. finish the swing, swing through the ball and you should be fine. adress the ball by lining it up with your pant zipper on long iron shots.
2.2.2010
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2.2.2010
you're probably lifting your swing plane on your irons. if you are a tall player, the woods may be a comfortable length but the shorter iron shafts may cause you to hunch over. this is problematic because your body will naturally want to extend during the swing. best bet to fix this is to check your stance carefully. don't hunch your back or bend your knees excessively. rather bend from the hip, keep your back straight and let your arms hang down. this position should encourage a consistent swing plane and consistent contact with your irons. always check your stance first if you are hitting poorly. good luck.
2.2.2010
Well as a former Nike Tour Player and local head pro for several years my advise here would be to work back from the short game. If you say your short game is good work on longer pitches with your wedges till you slowly work your way back to a full wedge shot. Once you have a good feel for the full wedge keep working back down your irons. Good luck and keep practicing.
2.2.2010
Look I am not going to write a book here , I am a 3 handicap I know what I am talking about .Pay for a lesson have the teacher videotape you executing a correct swing watch it over and over and practice , practice , practice . Good Luck.
2.2.2010
if you hit the ball well off the tee, maybe try picking a stronger club and take only a 3/4 swing. A less than full swing will cause you to swing a little easier and help you achieve a better more consistant tempo which may be your problem. never try to stretch yardage out of a club. it may just be your club selection you struggle with.
2.2.2010
Presuming you are right handed, are you remembering that the longer the club you use, the more the ball should be more in line with your right foot? And not to stand too close to the ball. The shorter the club, the more the ball should be "in between" your feet,