Hit Hard and Stop Short

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Analyzing Your Swing (3 lessons) Set Up (2 lessons) Impact (7 lessons) Release: Fixing flipping (6 lessons) Backswing: Too Extended at the Top (12 lessons) Transition (9 lessons)

Hit Hard and Stop Short

Enhance your golf swing with a body-focused drill, stopping at waist height and ideal for iron shots.

In this drill, I work on hitting the ball with my body instead of relying too much on my arms. The goal is to make a big swing but stop at or near belly button height, which forces me to use my body for power. This drill helps improve my centered pivot and bracing. Starting with shorter swings and gradually working up to longer ones, it's a great way to enhance body involvement in the swing, especially for irons. When using a driver, the timing of the release and stopping position may vary due to the longer extension.