Golf Swing Proper Technique Tips For Success

This page on proper swing technique is designed to give you a little better understanding of what proper technique consists of and how you can apply this to your golf swing. Proper technique in the setup position is a critical being able to develop and maintain a good golf swing. Things in the setup that need to be correct are your grip, alignment, and golf ball position in the stance. It is also important to have proper posture as this will be a big key in allowing you to swing on the correct path.

The backswing will consist of a good turn with the shoulders (90 degrees) and a good weight shift to the right side. Your hips will turn half the distance of the shoulders (45 degrees). It's important to understand that this is the correct distance you want to turn in the backswing.

The top of the swing is where the transition from backswing to downswing occurs. It's always important to keep the transition smooth and avoid any violent or jerky motion with your body during your transition. There will be a slight pause at the top of the backswing which allows for the transition to occur more smoothly.

A good downswing will consist of an unwinding of your upper body and your arms will swing the club down towards the golf ball. At impact, it's important to keep the hips behind the ball when you are hitting. You never want to feel like your body is getting out ahead of the ball or feel like your arms are stuck behind your body.

Good golf swing technique includes syncing everything up correctly in your golf swing and will allow you to come through impact in a powerful position.