| 21. January 2009 07:59
Posted by Matt Killen
Over the last few weeks I have shared with you some tips about how to make sure you are positioned properly when you swing and some tips on things you can do in and around the home to improve your game.
This week I’d like to combine my efforts and share a tip that will help your positioning, as well as something you can do from the comfort of your own living room.
The way you hold the club in your hands, or your grip, is something you can continue to develop throughout the winter months. When you grip the club the handle should be in the fingers of your hands, not the palms. Keeping the club in your fingers allows you to have a firm grip and control of the club throughout your swing. The pressure you place in your grip should come from the last three fingers of your left hand – there also should be no pressure from your right thumb or index finger. It is very important to keep overall pressure light and to not squeeze the life out of your club when you swing.
A solid grip is just another part of the foundation of a solid swing. Please feel to write in with any questions or comments about what you can do this winter to continue to work on your game.