How Far To Stand From A Golf Ball: A Simple Rule To Follow
To know how far to stand from a golf ball, do this trick that I learned 42 years ago: Get into a good setup position, with good posture, and address the golf ball. Your hands should be two fists from your lead thigh with your irons. If you’re using wedges, you’ll be slightly closer. If you’re using a driver or woods, you’ll be slightly further away than two fists. That checkpoint will let you know if you are standing a correct distance from the ball. Starting as a six-year-old, this is how I ensured I was the right distance from the