One of the most common problems in golf is aiming one way and swinging another. The result is always a glancing blow to the ball rather than a solid compressed shot.
You must first learn how to hit the ball straight before you can aim correctly. You need a straight line target to do this. Place a club on the ground to indicate the target direction and then align your body parallel to it. Your goal is to swing the club on the inside of the target line. Do this slowly to start so that you can watch the club travel and then gradually speed it up.
You can graduate to hitting balls with a training wheel (3 foot 2X4 of soft pine). Place the ball just inside of the board and see if you can avoid getting splinters.
Crossing the Line
About the Author: Joe Robert
“Fundamentals, fundamentals, fundamentals. Let me show you what good players do. Let me show what you are doing via video playback. Then, lets develop a practice routine to help you quickly transition to a more productive set of mechanics. I want my students to know what to practice and how to practice. But most importantly, I want my students to understand WHY good players do what they do. After a lesson with me, you will understand how the practice will improve your game.”
