Starting the golf swing from the ground up focuses on building a strong foundation and ensuring proper mechanics throughout the swing. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
– **Stance**:
– Position your feet shoulder-width apart.
– Distribute your weight evenly between both feet.
– Ensure your toes are slightly flared outwards for stability.
– **Grip**:
– Place the club in the fingers, not the palms.
Ensure the grip pressure is firm but relaxed.
– Align the V’s formed by your thumb and forefinger toward your right shoulder (for right-handed golfers).
– **Posture**:
– Bend slightly at the hips, keeping your back straight.
– Flex your knees slightly to maintain balance.
– Let your arms hang naturally, ensuring they are relaxed.
– **Weight Transfer**:
– Begin by slightly shifting your weight to the back foot during the backswing.
– As you start the downswing, transfer the weight to your front foot.
– **Hip Rotation**:
– Rotate your hips as you take the club back, initiating the backswing.
– During the downswing, lead with your hips, ensuring they rotate toward the target.
– **Follow Through**:
– Continue the hip rotation through impact.
– Finish the swing with your weight predominantly on the front foot.
– Ensure your chest is facing the target with the club over your shoulder.
Focusing on these fundamental steps helps to build a solid and consistent golf swing.
