Golf Swing Speed and Golf Arc

Golf swing speed and golf arc width have a direct correlation - the larger the arc the faster the club head travels. However, many players push the width of their arc to the point that they lose control of their swing. How does a golfer maximize arc without losing balance and their leverage position?

Quieting the hands on the takeaway is the first step to finding the maximum arc. Grabbing the club and snatching it back at takeaway generally causes an early wrist hinge which robs the golfer of arc width and makes it very difficult to maintain lag in the downswing. Neutral hands in the takeaway and delaying the wrist hinge until the hands are around belt high maximizes arc and swing speed.

The next major key is to maintain a constant grip pressure throughout the swing. In general as grip pressure increases the arc width decreases. Starting with neutral hands and maintaining light to medium grip pressure throughout the swing allows the arc to follow its most efficient path, which leads to the greatest swing speed.

The "low and slow" takeaway drill is great for maximizing golf arc. Take the club back low to the ground and slowly for at least a foot. Play with this some on the range and see how long you can keep the club low. Make sure you keep your weight FIRMLY on the INSIDE of your right foot and your right knee SOLID. With a bit of practice you will learn to feel how to maintain your balance and leverage positions while maximizing your arc and swing speed.