Many mistakes in the golf swing happen before the club even moves. If your grip is too tight, your hands can get stuck, and if your posture is bad, you can’t rotate. First, point your body in the direction you want the ball to go. Then, stand with your arms hanging naturally and your body balanced. When your setup is clean, it’s much easier to fix swing problems because you’re not trying to make up for them from the start.

Ball and contact position

A lot of players think their swing is broken when the real problem is that they don’t hit the ball consistently. A ball that moves forward can cause thin shots and a weak fade, while a ball that moves back can cause fat shots and pulls. When you add that to a stalled weight shift, you get an unpredictable strike. To make your golf swing more consistent, use a simple guide for each club and feel your pressure move toward the lead side as you hit the ball.

Turn and Tempo

One of the most common reasons for slices, pulls, and off-balance finishes is rushing the transition. When the shoulders start to go down, the club often cuts across the ball. A better way to do it is to have a smooth backswing and then start going down from the ground up with your lower body while your arms fall into place. Keep your shoulder turn full but controlled, and try to hold your finish for three seconds. Balance is a good sign that your tempo is under control.

Questions and Answers

What should I fix first if my shots aren’t always the same?
Begin with setup. Fixing your grip, posture, and alignment can often quickly fix common mistakes in your golf swing.

How can I tell if the ball position is making me hit it wrong?
If you hit the ball with both thin and thick strikes in the same session, ball position drift is a common cause.

Why does my slice get worse when I hit the ball harder?
Putting in extra work can speed up the shoulders and make a path that goes over the top. First, work on the tempo and the order of the notes.

How long should I work on one change before moving on to the next?
Keep the same adjustment for at least one full range session, then try it out on the course before making another change.

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