Why Is Extension So Important In The Golf Swing?
Are You Starting Shots Left Of Your Target?
Are You Hitting A Big Slice?
If you answered YES to any of these questions, make sure you read this article.
The direction that the golf ball starts in is determined by the direction that the clubhead is swung in. The ultimate goal in the golf swing is to swing the golf club down the target line for an extended amount of time. If the lead arm is breaking down at impact, the clubhead will certainly be swung across the line rather than down it.
Once the golf club is being swung down a line that is left of the target, the golf ball is certain to start left of the target if struck well. Not only is the golf ball now started off-line, but clubhead speed is of a concern as well. Once the left arm breaks down the club head has begun to slow down. Not only do we now have an issue with speed in the golf when the lead arm breaks down, but the release is now suffering as well.
Notice how the trailing hand in both Mr. Hogan and Ryan Howard have passed the lead hand. This is what the proper release looks like. It is unlikely that the release will occur in a golf swing that lacks extension. Again, once the left arm begins to break down at impact the club head fails to travel down the target line. Not only does the lack of extension cause shots to leave the club face off-line, but because the release is suffering the ball will now curve as well. Because the release is suffering the club face will be left open. At this point the golf ball is slicing.
Lets simplify things, to get rid of that ugly pull slice simply check your extension. More times than not golfers who are struggling with this shot lack extension in their golf swing. Be sure and check out Golf Talk w/Robert Robbins Vol. X for a good visual on exactly what we are talking about with extension.
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