Tip From the Archives

Fist Drill

Problem

You want to make sure you are making a proper wrist cock during your backswing.

Cure

Want to psych out your opponent? Talk about the wrist cock action you need during the backswing. Too many players fixate on this action and forget about the rest of their swing. The wrist cock should happen naturally; just make sure the toe of the club is pointing towards the sky when the shaft is parallel to the ground.

Therapy

Take your normal stance in front of a mirror and make a fist with your forward hand. Relax and swing your forward arm slowly. Notice where in your swing that you naturally cock your wrist. Now hold your forward fist with your trailing hand. Practice your swing several times while focusing on the hinging of your wrist at the different stages during your swing. It should occur effortlessly. Repeat this anytime you find yourself over thinking this aspect of your swing.

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