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How does weight loss affect golf swing?
Some clients do find that they have to pay more attention to their balance for some time after losing weight. Naturally you will move a little better and quicker so there can be a tendency to get off balance. You may find it becomes easier to hit draws and harder to hit fades. For some, their swing can get longer.
What is the proper weight distribution in a golf swing?
Your weight should be 50-50 on your left and right legs and between the balls of your feet (those cushioned pads just below your toes) and your heels. I’m surprised how many people think their weight should be supported by their toes. Starting with your weight too far forward is one of the worst mistakes you can make.
Can playing golf cause weight loss?
Golf can absolutely help you lose weight. Walking an 18-hole golf course in four hours can burn up to 800 calories, or even more if the terrain is hilly and if you are carrying your golf clubs in a carry bag. But along with the physical benefits that playing golf has, the game can also improve a person’s mental health.
Does body weight affect golf distance?
Golfers who are the same height but different weights will have a minimal effect on their driving distance. The best weight for maximum driving distance for the golfers at these heights is between 200 and 240 pounds.
Where should weight be on backswing?
At the top of the backswing, your back should be facing the target with your weight behind the ball (make sure your hands are high above your right shoulder, not too far inside your swing path). Your weight should be on the inside of your right foot. This is where most golfers lose their power.
Where should weight be when hitting irons?
With an iron, your stance should be narrower and your weight should be 50% on each side. Throughout the swing, it is mostly recommended that you start with your weight on the front foot and keep it there, or even shift more weight forward as you start the swing.
Why should I flatten my golf swing?
Some other flat golf swing benefits include: Compressing your irons and wedges. Hitting your driver longer and straighter. Having less movement in your golf swing which makes it easier to hit it consistently day in and day out.
Do you hit the ball after the low point of the golf swing arc?
It is very rare that we actually hit the ball after the low point of the golf swing arc. This is because, with every ball which rests on the ground, it is usually more effective to have the low point in front of the ball.
Where do you transfer your weight on a golf swing?
For example, at the address position, you probably have about 50% of your weight on each foot. This would be a great place to start. As you swing, the percentage of your weight ought to increase on your back foot in the backswing and then shift onto the front foot through the downswing. Of course, that’s easier said than done.
What happens if you don’t have a consistent swing arc?
If you are not consistent with the bottom of your swing arc, you cannot be a consistent golfer. After all, if you are bottoming out inconsistently, not only will you be hitting a lot of fat and thin golf shots, but you will be hitting the golf ball on different parts of the golf club face.
Which is the best way to swing a golf ball?
This player will be able to strike a golf ball, but will require better swing arc height control (any drops in swing arc will result in a dramatically different ground contact location). They will tend to hit the ball lower on the club face and struggle out of rough – they will perform best only when the lie is perfect/teed up.