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Many theories abound over the use of the wrists in the golf swing. One should bear in mind that the only contact with the golf club is with the hands and a good golf grip will set the wrists in the correct position to hinge and unhinge, creating a powerful strike on the ball. It all starts with the hands and wrists, and get this right and watch the effortless power develop through impact. ContentsThe GripThe Wrists and PowerLeft-Hand Wrist Hinge Position at the Top of the SwingThe Flat or Bowed Left WristThe Right Wrist Position at the Top of

Contrary to many golf beginners’ beliefs, the power in any swing is generated through the hips, and not through the power of the shoulders and arms. Power in the swing starts from the ground upwards and in that sequence, which we will discuss in this article. In any swing analysis, the term “sequence” will come up and without the correct sequence, the golf swing will never be consistent. ContentsThe Mirror and PracticeHow much Should the Hips turn on the Backswing?Sliding the HipsSwaying off the BallStaying in the BarrelCompleting the Hip Turn after ContactHips Facing the TargetBalance and the HipsShoulders and

Weight shift or transfer of the weight during a golf swing is a basic fundamental that has to be mastered to become a better player and consistent ball striker. This is also called the “power move” and without it, no power will be generated through the ball at impact. The same weight shift is employed by baseball players, cricketers, and footballers. Put in simple terms, it is moving the weight away from the ball, then moving the weight forward through the shot or stroke. ContentsA Baseball PitcherWeight at AddressSwing SequenceTurning not Swaying onto the Back FootHendrik StensonGetting onto the Front

Tempo or Rhythm in the golf swing has different meanings to different golfers. There is no right or wrong tempo in golf. Some great players like Nick Price had a quick tempo and he won more than his fair share on the Tour. The Big Easy, Ernie Els, swings the club so much slower than Price, and both have achieved success. ContentsSo What is Tempo?So What Tempo Should I Use?How do I develop my Tempo?The Driver and TempoThe TransitionWhich Pros on the Tour should I watch and Copy?Final ThoughtsRelated Articles So What is Tempo? It is the time it takes