Golf Driving

Learning how to drive a golf ball well can be one of the greatest challenges in the game of golf. The driver golf swing requires the most precision and even the slightest swing flaws can send the ball off target by quite a bit. We all want to know the secret to hitting those monster long drives consistently. Here are some golf driving tips that can help you on the path to becoming a better ball striker:

Tip 1: Stand the right distance from the ball

Many new players tend to hold the club too far from their body which causes them to have a shallower swing plane which then affects the quality of contact and initial ball speed off the club head. Let your arms hang naturally and then simply grip the club in this position. There will be an angle between the club and your arms however this angle is straightened out when you transfer your weight in the downswing and also when your left shoulder comes up before you make contact.

Tip 2: Take advantage of leverage

Leverage is one of the secrets to hitting the ball far almost effortlessly. The fact is that you can have all the physical raw power in the world but if you do not have proper swing mechanics you will have a hard time hitting the ball far and straight. Leverage is created when you release the club at the very last moment possible. This way the most energy gets transferred to the ball at impact and also this will create the most club head speed too. A simple way to generate more leverage or lag is to make sure you transfer your weight to the left side (right handed players) before you start the downswing of the club.

Tip 3: Loosen the grip

Many beginner golfers think that they need to hold the club tight to prevent it from twisting or turning. The problem with a tight grip is that it usually results in poor swing mechanics due to excessive tension in the body. Having a looser grip promotes a more relaxed body which will also promote a better follow through and full release which will help to prevent the dreaded slice shot.

Tip 4: Do weight training

Having powerful muscles cannot hurt your ability to hit the ball farther and can only make the game easier for you. Join a local gym and take a few personal training sessions to learn about various weight training exercises or get a good home gym and use it often. All you need to do are some basic exercises targeting the major muscle groups one to two times a week.

Start slow and work your way up as far as resistance levels are concerned. Having strong muscles will help you to hit the ball farther as long as you also learn proper swing mechanics. The ‘Ultimate Golf Fitness’ system can show you effective golf specific workouts that can help you to improve at the game. Click here to learn more