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g-funk13 Dedicated Member

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I only run into trouble when I don't complete a weight transfer back to the lead foot. This is essentially a tempo problem for me, but its an easier mistake to make with a shorter backswing.

Otherwise, I find that accuracy is high with a 3/4 swing, especially in an unusual stance or lie.
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No! 3/4 swings are used on tour frequently. You don't always have to hit a SW from 100 yards. Hitting a pitching wedge in there lower with better accuracy is a better idea in most cases. Try it sometime. Take 5 balls with your "normal" club and five with one or two clubs longer. See which you get closer.

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hipcheck4u Well Established Member

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I wish that I could shorten my swing consistently. I would be able to hit it straighter and, believe it or not, longer. Sounds like you have a good problem there...

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Shindig Incredible Member

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Or there abouts. I'm not the most flexible guy in the world I do stretch to improve but my swing is more 3/4 than "full". Is there anything wrong with this?

I would say 3/4 is better for you than a full swing. Are you hitting the ball well? Then it's good.

Stretch to improve. If you need suggestions for exercises, let me know - I do regular stretching (both yoga and otherwise) because I used to think I was flexible, but golf has shown me otherwise.

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I was duck-hooking my driver for about a week, and I was freaking out because I couldn't figure out why. As for my iron shots, I was constantly topping them, resulting with low, long ball flight.

I figured out that if I only swing to 3/4, I hit an incredibly accurate shot due to not over-rotating my shoulders and losing sight of the ball. I am now hitting apprx 250 with the driver, straight, and more comfortable than ever
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crazy_horst Well Established Member

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Or there abouts. I'm not the most flexible guy in the world I do stretch to improve but my swing is more 3/4 than "full". Is there anything wrong with this?

Absolutely not, and don't let anyone tell you different. Much worse would be to try and over-reach and get way back.

Work on your stretching, and your swing will get longer, but don't try to artificially extend it.

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Fried Egg Established Member

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I only run into trouble when I don't complete a weight transfer back to the lead foot. This is essentially a tempo problem for me, but its an easier mistake to make with a shorter backswing.

If distance is not a problem, then what g-funk said would be your only problem. I notice this especially when it gets cold and I have about ten layers of clothes on. My swing shortens and it is easy to get "quick." Focus on maintaining good tempo.

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Chilidipper Dedicated Member

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Thanks for the great examples and information. Fried and G Funk I know excactly what you mean with the weight transfer. I so find myself getting quick or off tempo with my swing. It is something I work hard to improve but it always shows its ugly head somewhere in the round. Not as bad as it use to though.

Obtw my distance is pretty decent. Im a big chested guy, stocky in other words and my instructor said that with my body type it's easy to coil and generate power.

My 4 iron travels 200 5 iron around 190 185 nothing tour like but it gets me around the course.
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Shindig Incredible Member

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Would you share some of those of those stretches please.

Sure. Try these simple ones. :

Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional. Before starting an exercise routine, if you might have health problems, discuss with a medical professional first. I am not responsible for results of using these This one is best done *barefoot* on carpet or a yoga mat: Stand with feet wide apart, facing straight (not towards either leg). Put your right foot at about 90 degrees, left foot still straight. Put your arms out perpendicular to your body, straight. Lean right and grab somewhere between the knee and ankle (wherever is comfortable) with your right hand, stretching the left hand as straight up as you can. Reach up with your left hand and push down with your feet. If that is comfortable, try to turn so that you are facing up, while still stretching the left arm up towards the ceiling. Hold this for 5-10 seconds, or however long is comfortable, then come back up in a controlled manner, and rest. Then repeat with the opposites. Swinging a medicine ball 10-20 times a day will help immensely, especially if you have a belly. You can get a light one for maybe $30 or so at a sporting goods store. You can also get exertubes - rubber bands in different resistances with handles and a door catch - at most sporting goods stores. These come with various exercises to do that will both stretch and strengthen your muscles. My suggestion is to do any of these exercises *daily* for a few minutes at a time.

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TourSpoon Super Member

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Thanks for the great examples and information. Fried and G Funk I know excactly what you mean with the weight transfer. I so find myself getting quick or off tempo with my swing. It is something I work hard to improve but it always shows its ugly head somewhere in the round. Not as bad as it use to though.

A 190 yard five iron is nothing to thumb your nose at.

I think that most amatuers would get into less trouble and hit the ball more consistently with a 3/4 swing. It is better than the typical error of getting disconnected at the top and trying to fix it on the way down with some compensation. Tempo is key.

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supercow Dedicated Member

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When my full swing goes awry I either:
- go all out in an attempt to get as close to the hole as possible
- revert to a 3/4 swing
Makes life so much easier when a lot of the timing and weight shift is taken out of the golf swing.
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reid Member

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Supercow:
I bet when you perceive your lack of shift that you are in fact shifting your weight properly (on the 3/4 swings). Simpler with less movement is better !

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M-benzw203 Established Member

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I have a 3/4 swing and let me tell you people it is great i still get the same power if not even more then before.it really does not matter how big ur swing its how you transfer the power to the ball. i find it to be simple and more consistant. there is less moving parts so therefore you know when there is a break down you have an idea why.when making my swing i feel that i do not lose mu possition meaning when i start my back swing the club is still on that same plan as when i start it works for me and i have imporved so much i feel i just get better and better and i know to analyze my swing

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M benzW203:
I agree completely. Most players would benefit by shortening their swing. Going past paralell for everyone except John Daly is asking for trouble.

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Ruckus Well Established Member

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I am fairly young, athletic (at least I think so) and flexible, but my swing is definitely not a 100% swing. On the range, I crank it up, but I feel better toning it down a bit on the course for the sake of my score and the guys on adjacent fairways. Despite this, I get pretty decent distance (260 drive, 170 yard 7 iron). I don't have plans changing to a full bore swing, and from what I see, most people on my course do the same.
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