The Golf Swing's Most Crucial and Misunderstood Component Explained
The transition from backswing to downswing is one of the most important, and yet misunderstood parts of the golf swing.
(PRWEB) June 15, 2005 -- The transition from backswing to downswing is one of
the most important, and yet misunderstood parts of the golf swing. For example,
even though he said that the turning of the hips started the downswing, Hogan
made a small lateral movement before his hips started turning during the
downswing. For Hogan transition was natural, so he probably didn't even realize
he was doing it.
"Many golfers lose their shots because they are not sure
how to get the club moving smoothly from the backswing into the downswing. The
move between the backswing and the downswing is called the transition, and it is
the most crucial part of the golf swing where professional golfers really
leverage their power," says Tracy Reed, golf bio-mechanic coach and author of
“Golf Swing Control,” sold in 28 countries worldwide.
The small
transition move is barely noticeable, but absolutely crucial if you prevent an
over-the-top pull or slice. The transition move is so difficult to explain that
it is hard to get any but a handful of the best instructors in the world that
will even attempt to explain it.
"The purpose of the transition is to set
up your body's downswing pivot point before you start the downswing. When you
don't set up the pivot, the result can be an ugly spinout," says
Reed.
Once the pivot is set up, the downswing becomes just a matter of
releasing the power that is stored in the muscles during the backswing. The
transition is the key to making an effortless golf swing.
Watch the pros
on TV, and you'll see a small move they make with their hips just prior to the
movement of the upper body during the downswing. For some golfers, this movement
is natural, but for those who find it hard to do, golf can be a frustrating
sport.
The transition has been one of the cornerstones of Reed's popular
“Golf Swing Control Manual.” Along with the transition, Tracy teaches the coil
and release golf swing that requires no effort from the golfer during the
downswing while still achieving PGA Tour length golf shots. The manual shows
busy golfers how to improve their golf swings in the comfort of their homes with
as little as 15 minutes per day of practice.
For more information about
Hogan's method for accuracy and control, or Tracy Reed, visit www.golfswingcontrol.com or call Tracy at
904-727-9108.
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