CREATE AND MAINTAIN GOOD ANGLES by

CREATE AND MAINTAIN GOOD ANGLES
by: David Leadbetter

As a teacher I try to keep golf a simple game, but I'm afraid it's time for a simple geometry lesson - and the subject is 'body angles'. The following exercise should be performed initially without a club - we'll start with your general body position. To begin, stand erect, then turn your feet outwards slightly (for most clubs, the distance between your heels should be no greater than the width of your shoulder). Now flex your knees a little until you can feel your weight moving forward on to the arches of your feet; stick your rear-end out - keeping your lower back straight - and keep your chin up.

Looking good so far. Now let your arms hang down as if holding a club, and feel your upper arms resting lightly on your chest. Finally, tilt your left hip and left shoulder up slightly, and at the same time relax your right side, dropping your right shoulder just a fraction.

That's it. Your spine angle and center of gravity are now correctly positioned. If it feels awkward, it's probably correct. Check your posture regularly in a mirror and compare your body position with that of the pro's on TV.
With a little practice, you can look as good as they do.