Jump to content
IGNORED

From slapping to swinging

kilbyman

By kilbyman,
in Instruction and Playing Tips

 Share
Note: This thread is 5049 days old. We appreciate that you found this thread instead of starting a new one, but if you plan to post here please make sure it's still relevant. If not, please start a new topic. Thank you!

Recommended Posts

kilbyman Dedicated Member

kilbyman

What would you guys tell a hacker that tries to slap the ball as hard as he can from the top of the backswing? More specifically, what movements need to change to go from slapping at the ball to swinging through it in a controlled, powerful manner?
Link to comment
Share on other sites

kennay92 Great Member

kennay92

its pretty much tempo and make sure your turning with your body rather than throwing your arms at the ball.. the downswing is really your body just turning through and your arms are just attatched along for the ride down. so try slowing down that tempo and make sure your turning your body through rather than trying to swing at it with your arms.

:cobra: Speed ld-f 10.5 Stiff
:snake_eyes: 3 & 5 Woods
:adams:A4 3 hybrid
:bridgestone: J33 Forged Irons 4-pw
:ping: 50th Aniv. Karsten Ansr Putter56*, 60* wedges

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Rugger Well Established Member

Rugger

Don't swing with your arms, swing with your hips and shoulders. That and Flying V!

R9 9.5*
MP630 3 Wood
MP630 CLK Hybrid 17*
MP-32 3-pw Rifle Project X 6.0
56*10 satin & 60*10 oil can Method #1

Link to comment
Share on other sites

trajectory Newbie

trajectory

Hit about 50 balls with a 7 iron, keeping your feet together OR just standing on your left foot with right foot back up on toe. Appreciate how your head automatically stays anchored during these swings. Take it easy, slow tempo.
Spread your feet apart and take the same swings being aware of two things: Your head doesn't move for backswing and transition. AND load as much weight and pressure into your left foot at the same time you reach the top of your swing....hit it as hard as you want to. With a good swing you'll automatically fire at the ball with the right muscles.
Link to comment
Share on other sites

RIduffer Dedicated Member

RIduffer

What would you guys tell a hacker that tries to slap the ball as hard as he can from the top of the backswing? More specifically, what movements need to change to go from slapping at the ball to swinging through it in a controlled, powerful manner?

Kilbyman, have you ever tried swinging a weighted club? I know it doesn't help with swing speed, but I think it helps with sequence and keeps you from strong-arming the swing. There is also a training aid called The Orange Whip (I haven't tried it, but many recommend it) which is supposed to help with pivot and sequence.

Callaway Big Bertha 460
Callaway X 3-wood 15*
Adams Idea Tech hybrid 19*
Titleist DCI 981 irons
Ping iwedge 56*, 52*Carbite Putter

Link to comment
Share on other sites

kilbyman Dedicated Member

kilbyman

  • Author
The best thing to do is go to your pro and get him to point out your reverse pivot. With a proper weight shift, extending the arms through impact and getting rid of the chicken wing is cake.
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Note: This thread is 5049 days old. We appreciate that you found this thread instead of starting a new one, but if you plan to post here please make sure it's still relevant. If not, please start a new topic. Thank you!

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
 Share
Go to topic listing


×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

Welcome to TST! Signing up is free, and you'll see fewer ads and can talk with fellow golf enthusiasts! By using TST, you agree to our Terms of Use, our Privacy Policy, and our Guidelines.

  I accept
The popup will be closed in 10 seconds...