Last week I wrote about the fundamental of keeping a light grip
pressure on all your clubs when you swing them. A lot of times,
excessive grip pressure is an equipment issue as much as a
fundamental one.
Last week I wrote about the fundamental of keeping a light grip pressure on all your clubs when you swing them. A lot of times, excessive grip pressure is an equipment issue as much as a fundamental one.
What I mean is that if your grips are slick and worn, it causes you to grab the club extra tight to compensate for the bad grip. This tight pressure puts tension in your arms and entire swing, and often time leads to a bad shot.
To show what I mean, simply take a baseball and grip it normally. When you throw it, the ball is lying gently in your fingers and rolls off. Then, your relaxed fingers provide the direction.
Now, put a “death grip” on the ball and try to throw it. I bet you it ends up at your feet.
If you want an advantage, grip it light.
Check the grips on your clubs. It might be time for a re-tread. Grips now come in all sizes, colors and designs. You can even get putter grips with your favorite ball team, your college alma mater or grips that support breast cancer research.
So if you want a way to improve your game without playing or practicing, get a grip.
