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Move away to Better Ball-Striking

BY MARK IMMELMAN

The golf swing is both a chain reaction and a sequence of events. The reason why it is so important is because the swing is a chain reaction - Therefore, logically, the start of the sequence of events is the most important facet! This is a very powerful statement, yet most handicapped golfers seem to ignore this very important fact.  

Proof of this fact is as follows: Go to a driving range at a Pro Golf Tournament and watch how many of the Pro's are focusing on the move-away/the take-away of their golf swings. (This is because they have realized the importance of the move-away of the golf swing.) 

The Correct Move-Away

A correct and powerful move-away should achieve the following:

1. It should get the clubhead moving freely away from the ball;

2. It should establish sufficient width in the golf swing; and

3. It should initiate a powerful winding-up of the torso

How to Achieve an Efficient Move-Away

A easy way to move-away correctly is to apply the old adage, "Low 'n Slow…"

This swing key is used by such notables as Ernie Els and Freddie Couples, and it means to keep the clubhead low along the ground for the first foot-and-a-half of the golf swing.  

A Helpful Drill

If you struggle to achieve this, try the following little drill during practice:  

Place a golf ball about a foot-and-a-half (45cm) or so away from the golf ball you intend to strike. This golf ball should be placed along your intended target line so that when you move the clubhead away correctly you brush it out of the way. Hence, to move the golf club away from the golf ball correctly, brush the second golf ball aside and feel how your swing is properly set up.  

Note: As this drill is done correctly, you should still be able to hit the intended golf ball.  

Move away correctly and watch your shots fly longer and straighter!!! 

Good Golfing!