Slower pace can help you hit better shots on the golf course. The increase in time allows for better swings.
In their rush to strike the ball long, many players end up hitting the ball so hard that they don’t have the chance to do it.
There are many factors that influence how far the ball hits the fairway.
1. Contact solid, at the heart of the club.
2. Squareness in club faces.
3. Club head speed.
To be powerful and accurate, you need all three. You cannot guarantee perfect shots if any of these factors is missing or are not perfect.
The chances of the ball striking the ground squarely when the right arm is slowed down by slowing the pivot increase exponentially.
Because the speed of the clubhead can be faster with a slower downswing, the speed can actually be greater because the right hand and arm can likely put more power into it than trying to keep up.
This is an excellent way to slow down your swing’s pace and control its pace.
It’s called swinging in waltz. If you feel self-conscious, say one or two out loud.
Two counts should be made at the end of each backswing. Three will be added as you strike the ball. Keep the counts equal spaced out and slow.
Don’t try to increase right-hand power before the left hand approaches the ball. Your left hand should be almost above the ball, before your right arm starts to straighten.
You will notice an immediate improvement in your quality and power when you practice this.
You should take your time.
Important point: If you use a stopwatch and watch the movement of your left arm (from the top of the backswing to the impact), on multiple tour players, you will likely be amazed at the difference in time between the longest and the youngest hitters.
Distance does not depend on the speed of your left arm, but the speed at which you swing the club head.