⛳️ Better Sequence for more Distance!

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⛳️ Part 2 of hitting longer drives without making a technical swing change!

This is week two talking about three things golfers can do to help them hit the golf ball further, without making a technical change to their golf swing.
If you missed part 1 or want to go back and review it, click here!

We’re next up on the tee, let’s go!

ONE TIP
The sequence you need to hit longer drives!

If you want to watch my breakdown of this tip, check it out here!

If you watched last week's video, you now understand the importance of angle of attack for maximizing your driving distance. This week, we're focusing on how the body moves, specifically the sequence of the golf swing.

A common mistake among many golfers is improper sequencing. Even though they believe they're emulating the best players in the world, their swing is often dominated by the upper body, leading to poor contact and a significant loss of potential distance.

When we slow down footage of the best players, we notice something fascinating: as the upper body finishes the backswing, the lower body begins the downswing ahead of the upper body. This sequence is hard to see in real time with the naked eye. However, in amateur golfers, we often see the upper and lower body moving together, or worse, the downswing starts with the upper body alone. If you tend to slice the ball or hang back during your swing, there's a good chance you have a sequencing issue.

So, how can we fix this? One of the most effective drills I recommend is the Step Drill, which helps train and reinforce the proper sequencing in your golf swing. The great thing about this drill is that it can be done with or without a golf ball, making it easy to practice anywhere.

In the linked video above, I provide a detailed breakdown of how to perform the Step Drill correctly. But let's go over the basics:

1. Starting Position: Begin with your feet together, heels touching, and the club out in front of you.

2. Step: As soon as you start your backswing, take a lateral step towards the target. This step should end with your feet set at the same width they would normally be when hitting a driver.

3. Finish: Once you've completed the step, finish your backswing and then transition into your downswing.

There are two common mistakes golfers make with this drill, and I want to highlight them so you can avoid them:

1. Starting the Step Too Late: It’s crucial to start your step as soon as the club begins moving in the backswing. If you struggle to initiate with the lower body, it’s often because you're not starting the movement early enough. The golf swing happens quickly, so it’s better to start the step earlier rather than later.

2. Step Too Large: Some golfers make a step that's too wide, exceeding their normal stance width. I recommend using a tee or a marker on the ground to ensure your lead foot steps to the correct spot, maintaining a consistent stance width.

If you're seeking more distance, consider the sequence of your golf swing. Too many golfers get caught up in details like impact position or wrist angles at the top of the backswing, when the real opportunity for improvement may lie in overall sequencing. While those components are important, generating power requires the lower body to lead the way in the downswing, producing as much force as possible.

I hope this explanation and the Step Drill help unlock some untapped potential in your golf swing, leading to longer drives. Stay tuned for next week as we break down the final video in our three-part series on helping you hit the golf ball farther!

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