Swinging the club straight back may not be the best option for consistent and powerful strikes.
Swinging the club in allows for a better shoulder turn and more efficient use of the body in the swing.
The straight back takeaway can lead to high arms and an over-the-top swing.
Swinging the club in leads to a more consistent strike and effortless power.
Great ball strikers often have an inside takeaway, with the club head behind the hands.
Why is the straight back takeaway not recommended?
—The straight back takeaway can lead to high arms, limited shoulder turn, and an over-the-top swing, resulting in inconsistent shots.
What are the advantages of swinging the club in?
—Swinging the club in allows for a better shoulder turn, efficient use of the body, and a more powerful and consistent strike.
Do professional golfers use the straight back takeaway?
—No, many professional golfers have an inside takeaway, with the club head slightly behind the hands, which allows for a more consistent and powerful swing.
Will swinging the club in affect my accuracy?
—Swinging the club in can actually improve your accuracy by promoting a better path and a more square club face at impact.
How can I work on swinging the club in?
—You can practice swinging the club on a more inclined circle by focusing on turning your shoulders and keeping the club head behind the hands in the takeaway.
00:01Swinging the club straight back or swinging the club in?
00:49Swinging the club straight back may not be a good option for consistent and powerful strikes.
03:49Swinging the club in allows for a better shoulder turn and more efficient use of the body.
05:13The straight back takeaway can lead to high arms and an over-the-top swing.
06:26Swinging the club in leads to a more consistent strike and effortless power.
08:41Great ball strikers often have an inside takeaway, with the club head behind the hands.
