Golf IQ Your golf swing's most important move, explained
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Mar 14, 2025 Joe Plecker, a Golf Digest Best in State teacher known for his expertise in swing mechanics, dives into the art of a powerful golf swing. He shares insights on the crucial weight shift and how balance, posture, and ground interaction affect performance. Plecker highlights common mistakes in golfers' takeaways and the importance of maintaining a square position. He emphasizes the role of pressure shifts and pelvic movement for stability, ultimately guiding listeners to enhance their swing mechanics and improve their game.
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Setup Posture
- Avoid standing on your heels during setup.
- Instead, maintain a balanced posture, slightly forward over the arches of your feet.
Dynamic Stance
- Avoid a static, narrow stance at setup.
- Maintain a wider stance with slight pressure shifts from left to right, promoting athleticism.
Takeaway Movement
- Avoid turning your body as the first move in your takeaway.
- Instead, shift pressure into your right leg and pull the club back with your hands.