The Grip…Is It The Key To The Golf Swing ?
In the last couple of weeks I’ve changed my putting grip and I’ve started to strike putts purely for the first time…ever.
They stay on line and my distance control is much better. The only thing I have left to work on is my aim. It changed my aim, due to the fact that I’m more upright and my eyes are farther out over the ball.
The article, along with a photo, is on page 48 of the February edition of Golf Magazine.
Here’s a link to the same article on their website.
I had always used a finger grip, like the full swing grip. Wrong !
I’ve also changed my setup at address for the full swing. I got it from a Tommy Armour tip from long, long ago. Like from the ’50’s. I’m trying to find a way to show you the photo. Maybe the book’s in the public domain and it’ll be okay to show you. When I get clearance ( as in not violating the copyright ) I’ll show it to you. Might take a week to research it, but I’ll find a way.
Stay tuned for further updates.
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a correct grip is crucial when taking either a putt or a full out driving swing. mid last season I changed how I held my driver and my drives stopped slicing almost immediately. if your swing is doing something it shouldn’t, your grip on the club should be the first thing to look at…it’s also the easiest thing to fix.
It’s easy to forget the basics, when winter comes and you don’t get to play on a regular basis.
I’m sure a lesson about every 2-3 months would be a good thing.
Thanks for the comments, Jason !
The pro golfers setup routine can be seen here:
http://www.golfswingeureka.com/golf-swing-setup-routine.htm
Thanks Jon !
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