Every golfer needs a reliable pre-shot routine.
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or great pre shot routine it is essential to establish your fundamentals before each shot. Without a repetitive pre-shoot routine, it becomes much more difficult to execute consistently.
While there are many ways to perform a pre-shoot routine, there are a few keys I like to teach my students. Check them out below.
1. Get the goal
When preparing to hit, stand directly behind the ball looking down the line toward your target. Sometimes, choosing an intermediate target on the ground between your ball and where you are aiming can help. Choose a spot on the ground and try to hit the ball directly on it. This will help you get the ball on line more consistently and make your aim much better.
2. Go inside
Once you’ve chosen your target, you can get straight to the ball for your setup. As you start to get into the shot, keep looking at your intermediate target on the ground. As you drive into the ball, make sure the leading edge of the club is perpendicular to this point. If you find yourself struggling to align properly, a training aid like an alignment mirror can be a great practice tool.
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3. Grip the club
Now that you’ve entered the swing, it’s time to grab the club. Your hands are the only point of connection between you and the club, so it’s essential that you nail this step. Let your arms hang loosely in front of you after bending forward from the hips – and if you need more help with the grip, check out my article on the subject here.
4. Place your feet
Your legs are also an essential base for executing a strong kick. Make sure your feet are properly aligned when aiming for the target and shuffle them if you need to. The position of your feet in relation to the ball also has a lot of influence on your shot, so make sure you have position the ball in the right place for the shot you want to hit.
5. A final look
With all of the above steps taken care of, it’s time to take one last look at the target and lock in for the shot. This can be a great trigger to start your movement to tell your brain that it’s time. Once you establish a consistent and repeatable pre-swing routine, you can swing the club with confidence knowing you’re in position to execute a high-level shot.
Kellie Stenzel is one GOLF Top 100 Teachers based in Florida. If you want more tips from Kellie, follow her Instagram here.
