All great golf swings share at least one trait: They stay as close as possible being on a plane. For many weekend warriors, this is a challenge – but this simple exercise can help.
All you need is a bat, a ball and two tips. Set up normally, then place a spike on the ground about a foot behind the ball. Next, glue the other tip to the end of the wing so that it sticks out a few inches.
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As you begin the backswing, stop when your lead arm is parallel to the ground. (Instructors call this position P3.) The tone on the handle should be directed directly from the tip to the ground. If the back of the grip is pointing off the mout (the far side) then you will know the club is too shallow. If it points inside the tee (near side), it is too steep.
Train yourself to aim the butt of the glove at that target spot behind the ball every time you hit P3. When it does, you’ll know you’re on plane and in the perfect position to hit the ball hard.
Dr. Alison Curdt is one GOLF Top 100 Teachers and is director of instruction at Wood Ranch Golf Club in Simi Valley, California
