What is wrong with my golf swing?
The most common error is a grip that is too weak, or turned too far to the left on top of the club. Another common error is a grip that is too strong, or turned too far to the right on top of the club. Often a grip that is too strong is the sign of a golfer trying to hit the ball too hard.
Should your iron and driver swing be the same?
The truth is, the best golf swing for drivers and irons is essentially the same. The difference is not in the swing itself, but in how you approach the swing. I’m going to share a few easy adjustments you can make between your driver shots and your iron shots.
Why can’t I hit my irons anymore?
The main reason why a golfer can’t hit their irons consistently is due to incorrect stance, poor contact with the ball, or using an iron that is too long or short for their height.
Is driver swing flatter than iron swing?
The driver is obviously a good bit longer and sits on the ground a little flatter than the Irons this makes people stand a little taller at address and in the swing they appear to swing flatter. The ball position with the driver is a lot more foreword in the set up.
Should you swing harder with a driver?
In golf, you should swing as hard as you can without losing your balance and posture. The longer you can hit the ball off the tee, the easier scoring becomes as you’ll leave yourself less distance into the green.
Why is my club face open at impact?
The open club face is caused by too much lead wrist extension (cupping). Wrist extending (cupping/bending) and flexing (bowing/arching) are the motions that open and close the clubface. It is pointing in the direction of the ball – resulting in the lead wrist being flatter or even slightly flexed (bowed).
Why am I blocking my irons?
This common reason for a blocked golf shot is when the hips move too far and too quickly to the left in the downswing. The excessive lateral hip slide is often due to swaying too far to the right on the backswing. Ensure you keep the pressure on the inside of your right foot as you move to the top of your backswing.