It is best to think of your golf swing as an equation. And like any equation, it does not work unless it balances.

Welcome to Play Smart, a regular GOLF.com game-improvement column that will help you become a smarter, better golfer. Finding the correct positions during your backswing is crucial for your ...

One of the biggest challenges any golfer faces, pro or not, is overactive hands. Once your hands take over, the consistency disappears. The clubface opens and closes unpredictably, and you’ll never ...

So you want to hit the ball longer? Join the club. There’s no ability in the modern game that is more sought after than power off the tee. Speed training and improved fitness are two obvious avenues ...

One of the key differences between amateur and professional golf swings is how the hips move during the backswing. Elite players subtly shift their trail hip toward the target at the top of the ...

When you watch the Masters this year, you'll notice a few things. The emerald green fairways. The old school scoreboards. The azaleas. And maybe, even, the differing positions of players' right ...

The backswing is a critical part of a great golf swing. It sets the stage for solid contact, which is why it’s something golfers constantly monitor and practice. That said, no two backswings are the ...

Most golfers know the goal is to make a nice, big backswing turn. That's where the power is. But do it wrong and it can backfire. The goal of a good backswing isn't to turn. It's to load. To put your ...

This week we recap our class Strength for You and Your Swing. In this series we implement strength exercises along with flexibility exercises to better your health and your golf swing. Remember to ...

Shifting into the fundamentals that shape a reliable golf swing, we break down how different backswing arm positions influence power, path, and consistency. We compare classic and modern match ups, ...

The secret to getting a straight lead arm in the golf swing, which is crucial for consistently great ball striking, lies in ...

Winter is a great time to work on a golfer’s takeaway. Moving the club from the ball to waist high back is the most crucial part of the golf swing. The club should stay in front of the chest in the ...