Written by Dan Frost on Thursday 24 September 2009
It’s common knowledge that every golfer wants to hit the ball further with the driver. But there are right and wrong ways to go about generating power in the swing and TG’s Dan Frost is here to show you how to do it correctly. A common fault among a lot of golfers is to try and get the whole body behind...
Written by Dan Frost on Thursday 24 September 2009
Where many people think they are creating a full shoulder turn at the top of the backswing, they are actually tilting their upper body. This awkward position will usually result in them cutting across the ball through impact creating that horrid slice shot. If this description matches you, then try this cane drill from TG’s Dan Frost to create a far...
Written by Dan Frost on Thursday 24 September 2009
The flying right elbow is a well-documented backswing fault that minimises shoulder turn and hinders the consistency of strike into the ball. The arms need to stay relatively close together in the swing for it to be more compact, efficient and to get the body into a strong position in the backswing. To achieve this feeling of connection, use a Pilates ring,...
Written by Dan Frost on Thursday 24 September 2009
A sure way to generate power and therefore that extra distance is to synchronise the arms with the body and clear a path for the club with the hips. A common error is keep the hips static in the downswing and swing with the arms, meaning you lose the power you generated in the backswing. But by using a Velcro strap with...
Written by Dan Frost on Tuesday 29 September 2009
That sound of the whip of the shaft through impact is a sure sign you’ve hit the ball with masses of power. It’s a simple idea but one that should never be ignored. As a drill, grab an old shaft or cane and try and realise the potential power you have in the hands and in the release. Place a tee in...
Written by Dan Frost on Tuesday 29 September 2009
A widely known and frequently taught golf tip is to keep the left arm straight for as long as possible in the backswing. Although this thought is great for generating width, it’s realistically a very difficult position to feel and to achieve. So as an alternative thought, try this easy backswing drill from TG’s Dan Frost. By placing a boxing glove...
Written by Dan Frost on Tuesday 29 September 2009
Even though we all want to hit the ball further, how many of us actually put in that extra effort and get down the gym to try and get stronger and more flexible? But now thanks to TG’s Dan Frost, you can work the right muscles in your swing without shelling out lots of cash on a gym membership. By using a...
Written by Steven Orr on Monday 7 December 2009
Do you suffer from… • Slice with a driver • Lack of clubhead speed Why does this happen? It could well be your takeaway. It’s the movement that triggers your swing so it needs to be spot on. Get it wrong and it could lead to a series of swing faults that will seriously ruin your swing. If you cock your wrists too early in the...
Written by Dan Frost on Monday 10 August 2009
There are so many methods that golfers use to generate more power in their golf swing in an attempt to create more distance. Maybe you’ve been working on increasing your shoulder turn, hip rotation or simply been hitting the gym to try and get stronger. But a lot of amateurs forget that hitting the ball out of the centre of the...
Written by Dan Frost on Monday 10 August 2009
At the top of many golfers’ wish lists will be to replace their horrid slice with a nice high draw. Well this tip provides the answer you’ve been waiting for! By moving your stance in a circular motion to the left but keeping the club face pointing at the target, you’re set up in a great position to hit that draw...
Written by Scott Cranfield on Friday 26 June 2009
The driver. We know you’ve got to hit it straight to be in the fairway but, let’s face it, we all want to hit it as far as we can. The first place to look for extra power is in the leg action – just like throwing a stone as far as you can. In this video, TG Top 12 Teacher Scott...
Written by Sean O'Hair on Tuesday 30 June 2009
The average distance the ball comes to rest from the hole on a shot from this range. The shot must be from the fairway or the teeing area on a par 3 and within 30 yards of the green. A lot of people try to kill the ball when they’re way out in the 250-yard range, but all it takes is...
Written by Dan Frost on Tuesday 21 April 2009
The big question golfers always ask is how to create power in their golf swing. The answer is to get the correct set-up, get a good base to the swing and copy what the best players in the world do. TG Top 12 Teacher Dan Frost demonstrates how to get into a powerful set-up position.
Written by Doug Hammer on Thursday 23 April 2009
Do you want to add yards to your tee shots? Power stems from clubhead speed. In other words the faster you can swing the better. But you still need to maintain control. The key is to generate the most clubhead speed at the bottom of the swing where you strike the ball. Want an easy way to boost your clubhead speed.
Written by Doug Hammer on Thursday 23 April 2009
When it comes to driving the ball long distances one element of power is often overlooked – the place where you strike the golf ball. It goes without saying that a shot struck out of the centre of the clubface will travel a lot further than one struck out of the toe and heel. But how do you know where you’re...
Written by Adrian Fryer on Thursday 13 December 2012
In this In this video TG Elite Teaching Professional Adrian Fryer helps you cure the dreaded fat shot with your fairway wood. The fat happens when you attack the ball on too shallower a plane, so here Adrian shares a simple grip drill that will help you swing your woods on a more neautral plane. This will help you sweep the ball...
Written by Gareth Johnston on Wednesday 19 December 2012
In this video TG Elite Teaching Professional Gareth Johnston looks at how you can use a headcover to add power and distance to your swing. In this drill he ties his headcover to his shaft to give the clubhead a bit more weight in the tip. This means he can feel where the club is and make a better transition to create the...
Written by Chris Ryan on Wednesday 14 November 2012
Watch the video below to see how TG Elite Pro Chris Ryan can add yards to your drives with a simple change to how you hold the club. In this video tip, you’ll learn the correct way to hold your club, that will also you to make a more complete swing that will in-turn help you create more lag and more...
Written by Adrian Fryer on Friday 7 September 2012
A lot of coaches talk about the feeling of a late hit in the downswing. By this, they mean storing the angle in the wrist so that maximum clubhead speed can be delivered at impact through their unhinging. But those who become too obsessed with this idea could find themselves sliding with the legs and leaving the clubface open at impact...
Written by Adrian Fryer on Friday 7 September 2012
When you swing with good rhythm, the body, arms and clubhead all move in the right time and powerful drives seem effortless. In this video tip from TG Elite Pro Adrian Fryer, you’ll discover some simple ways to improve the rhythm in your swing for longer drives without the extra effort.