What is swing torque?
What is swing torque?
Torque, which equates to Force x Distance, is the turning force that changes an object’s rate of rotation. In a golfing context, this usually refers to the rotation of the shoulders during the backswing, and the hips during the swing itself.
Where should the butt of a golf club point to in the downswing?
Players who get their lead arm nearly parallel to the ground early in the downswing are primed to hit the ball solid and straight. By that point the butt end of the club should point at or slightly outside the ball.
What shaft torque do I need?
So for most golfers, as long the torque of a graphite shaft is between 3.5 and 5.5 degrees – which is the case for the vast majority of graphite shafts today – the golfer will be OK and torque will never be a factor to worry about in the shaft fitting.
Do you use your wrist in a golf swing?
In the golf swing, the movement in the wrists is incredibly important for both the distance and direction of a shot. That being said, it’s an important part of the swing that, if done properly, can really transform the way you hit the golf ball.
What is alpha and beta torque on a club?
Alpha torque changes the relationship between the club and arms from an L shape at the top of the backswing to more of an I shape near impact. Beta torque sets the club in the right position in relation to the body during the downswing. Gamma torque helps square the clubface.
What are the three torques in a golf swing?
To produce peak repeatable speed in a swing, the player needs to use the three torques (or twisting motions) in the correct order and degree. In swing-geek shorthand, we call the torques Alpha, Beta and Gamma, but it might help you to think of them as “Out,” “Over” and “Around,” because that’s how each torque moves the club on the downswing.
Do you add Alpha torque too early or late?
Most players either add Alpha torque too early, throwing the clubhead away from the body, or delay the torque too long in a misguided effort to lag the clubhead behind the hands to store more power for the hit. DRILL: To feel this torque, get in your stance with your right foot about six inches from a wall.
How can I improve the speed of my swing?
Start with the simple drill that corresponds to the appropriate torque for your issue, and you’ll be able to add speed to your swing and start consistently smashing the ball. The first torque (Alpha) happens after you move the club down from the top of the backswing to where your left arm is parallel to the ground.
