If you want to be more consistent with your swing take note of Steve Stricker’s swing. His success both at the President’s Cup and with recent tour wins after he hit the age of 40 (9 PGA wins) were caused by his new compact swing. His full shoulder turn, limited back swing and a 90 degree wrist cock helped him hit a driving average of 285 yard. He may not be the longest driver but hitting the fairway is his priority. And it looks like he is on the right track.
Robert Cotter, a PGA instructor who provides the Instant Golf blog said: “Steve’s back swing motion is tied to his body movement. I would describe it as a “rolling” or “rocking” motion.” His arms move in unison with his shoulder turn both in the back swing and in the down swing.
Steve Stricker limits his straight leading arm swing for better control to hit more fairways and greens.
Test Your Flexibility
Flexibility in the back swing may be the key to your future success too. Stop bending your leading arm to create a full back swing. Rotating your shoulders and keeping your leading arm straight are so important for a consistent swing plane and consistent connection with the ball.
This exercise looks so easy but I tried it and could not do it. I was shocked to learn that I could not do this simple exercise and you may be too. This was my wake-up call to get my body moving again. I’m recommending that you try Revolution Golf Floor Slide Exercise for more flexibility in our shoulders and more flexibility in our back swing. Lay flat on your back and slide your hands along the floor as you reach over your head. CLICK HERE FOR THE VIDEO
Plan to Improve your Game NOW!
Flexibility in aging bodies can be increased. Just take a few minutes each day to improve your flexibility to get your game back in shape. I was fortunate that my daughter bought me a few months of personal training to help me figure this out. Yoga may be your solution but simple stretching exercises are so critical for your golf swing success.
GOLFSTR+ is a great brain trainer to help you limit your back swing when your leading arm starts to bend. Make sure you have a flexible shoulder turn for the power and consistency that every golfer wants. CLICK TO LEARN MORE
