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Try Our 1-2-3 Tempo Drill for Better Long Irons

Drill by Kevin Haime

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Why this drill works

Establishes the 3:1 tempo ratio found in almost all professional golfers.

How to do it

  1. 1

    Make continuous swings back and forth.

  2. 2

    Count '1' (Takeaway), '2' (Transition), '3' (Impact).

  3. 3

    Focus on the ratio: The backswing should take 3x longer than the downswing (3:1 ratio).

Swing issues this drill addresses

SequencingTransition SpeedRushing

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