The Proper Golf Swing Will Improve Your Game

Most golf pros think that there is no perfect gold swing. Depending on an individual's physical features, muscle structure, height and weight, different clubs can be ideal for swinging to get the best result. However, there is something called as proper golf swing.

If you keep an eye on pro golfers on TV, you will recognize certain definite similarities along with their individual differences. Of course they've all mastered the fundamentals - the golf grip and the methods of reading and setting up each shot. They are also able to do endless repetitions of their highly effective swings. To achieve a proper golf swing, such things are crucial.

A golf swing has three basic components. The backswing, the downswing, and the finish must all work together to create the best possible complete swing. Each one must be a smooth repetitive motion and at the right pace to create a rhythm that can be duplicated numerous times.

The backswing should be controlled by the arms, not the hands. Do not pick the club up with your hands at the start-draw it back in a single motion of the arms and hands together. As you move through the backswing, your hips and shoulders will natural twist to transfer weight. It should feel comfortable and easy. At your waist, the hands should begin to set, and should be fully set at the top, but not broken. Do not overswing.

To achieve a good setup for the downswing, take your time and make it your goal to create the maximum controllable head speed on the downswing. When you begin, think about pulling with your left arm; doing so will help your body parts to work in synchrony, in turn giving you a more consistent swing.

Unless you manage to finish well, you won't succeed in achieving a proper golf swing, even if you have already mastered a good backswing and downswing. Finish high at the end, after keeping the face of the club square for a couple of inches following the striking of the ball. This high finish is critical - you'll get less air should your finish be too low. At the end of the swing, you should transfer your weight back in order to remain balanced.

So there are the fundamentals. Now you have to go out and work on them. Be certain to play with high quality sporting gear. You can't be consistent if your clubs are badly balanced or if they're overly stiff or if they have too much flexibility either. You might want to go with a top-flight brand like Callaway, for instance. Top-level equipment, repetition, and coordination are the elements for success.

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- Perry Rightmond