how to get extra distance for a small person?

[live4u120]

I was at the range today practicing my irons and driver, and I was hitting them just absolutely brilliantly. (Until a storm came in and messed up my streak) For some reason though, I can't hit my clubs any farther than the distance I consistently hit them. My driver kept going like 210, and NO farther. My 5 iron was constantly going 170, and no farther. Why am I hitting this limit? Is there a way to get more distance in there?

Thanks.

[denver_nuggs_15]

210 seems short for a drive if you're hitting your 5i 170. I hit my 5i 180 and drive the ball 250-260 average right now. Maybe there's something wrong with your driver, but 170 for a 5i is pretty good IMO.

Take a video of your swing and look for some power leaks. Or take a lesson. You may not lag the club that much...I used to add loft to my iron shots which will limit distance. Also, you might not be creating much resistance between your upper and lower body. Start your back swing with your upper body for almost all the way, then turn back a little with your hips. Start your downswing with your hips and you'll have so much resistance between your upper and lower body that the ball will just fly effortlessly.