Is a slow back swing good in golf?
Is a slow back swing good in golf?
While you will want to play with a good tempo, you may want to use a slow backswing for some of your practice swings, both on the practice tee and on the course. A slow backswing aids you in developing balance and strength, so consider one for practice swings and the driving range and a quicker backswing when you play.
What happens when you overswing in golf?
An overswing is when the club shaft goes beyond the point where it is parallel with the ground at the top of the backswing. When overswinging, the body and club are out of sync and it will take a series of complex compensations to enable consistent contact.
How can I make my golf backswing bigger?
A few keys to help you to start getting more out of your body and your backswing:
- Work towards turning your hips as far back as you can.
- Free up your feet by allowing the lead heel to lift off the ground.
- Allow the trail leg to straighten significantly.
- Any amount of improvement in flexibility will help in this department.
Why is Overswing bad?
The problem with overswinging is that it can force a golfer out of his address posture, leading to an early release of the hands; this saps power and creates a poor impact position. So think “short” to go long.
Are short backswings better?
The shorter the arc of your backswing, the less power you can get. As long as you don’t shorten your golf swing too much, you likely won’t notice too much of a difference in power, and you will very often find much more accuracy.
What does an Overswing cause?
When overswinging, the body and club are out of sync and it will take a series of complex compensations to enable consistent contact. The two main causes of an overswing I see are 1) the left arm bends, allowing the club to travel too far at the top of the backswing; and 2) the right elbow folds behind the body.
