Here is our second article concerning certain truths about golf, namely, Power is your enemy. This statement will astonish a number of you but the fact is, the tendency to hit with maximum swing power for the majority of your shots is the first problem. The second being the technical inability of golf enthusiasts to effectively produce power.

Having the goal of hitting the golf ball with maximum power is like a computer virus. It is spread through the incredible performance of players on the PGA Tour, through the industry which creates products that are increasingly better performing and honestly, through our own ego, first and foremost.

Power is a seller, a synonym for pleasure. The good news is that “permissive” is a seller as well. New equipment design forgives and corrects more and more, as new models emerge. With this combination, players continue to be encouraged to hit with maximum swing speed – to their detriment – and the quality of shots takes a beating!

Here are two suggestions for you:

Learn to create power effectively

Essentially, the power starts from the ground and is comprised of three different sources:

lateral force, rotational force and vertical force.

Learning to control this ‘’trifecta’’ would be beneficial for you in order for you to stay relaxed while hitting your power shots.

Play direction above all

Jack Nicklaus always said the following about golf enthusiasts:

 play power = tension

 play direction = coordination

 When the moment is right, playing in full power is part of the pleasure of golf. If so, tighten your belt and go for it. On the other hand, for the majority of your shots, your focus should be directional.

If you wish to improve your results, have a rhythm that will allow you to stay on the fairways more often, and then choose with care the moments that give you pleasure… and hit with full power.  Then you’ll come out a winner.

By the same author: One truth about putting… (Click the image below)