IntermediateFixes: Fat shotsImpact

Alignment Stick Shaft Lean Drill

Drill by HackMotion

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Why this drill works

Forces the golfer to maintain the swing radius and shaft lean through impact. The physical feedback of the stick hitting the side prevents the 'flip' that causes fat shots.

How to do it

  1. 1

    Place an alignment stick along the grip of the club, extending up your lead side.

  2. 2

    Hold both the stick and grip together.

  3. 3

    Make small practice swings focusing on keeping the stick AWAY from your lead side.

  4. 4

    To do this, increase lead wrist flexion (bowing) and push the handle forward.

  5. 5

    If you release early (cast), the stick will hit your side.

Swing issues this drill addresses

Fat shotsCastingEarly ReleasePoor Shaft Lean

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