5 Simple ways to gain more distance.

Step1. Widen your swing arc. A great example is to watch Tiger Woods and Davis Love, they are good models of long hitters with wide take-aways and big arcs. To do this: Extend your arms as much as possible on the backswing. Keeping your arc wide creates good clubhead speed without swinging any harder.

Step 2. Lighten your grip pressure. Keep in mind that you don't have to swing hard just to hit the ball a long way. Swinging hard causes muscle tension and is often counterproductive, leading to less clubhead speed. Proper grip pressure is the key in achieving additional power. On a scale of 1 to 10, think of your grip pressure as about 7 and maintain this pressure throughout the swing. This creates good clubhead speed yet maintains control. If you have a clubhead speed analyzer, put your swing on it. Note the difference in your clubhead speed when applying tight and relaxed grip pressure. You will see that your clubhead speed increases as you decrease your body tension and grip pressure.

Step 3. Make a big shoulder turn. A big hip turn will minimize your abillity to create power and clubhead speed, as there is less torque created. Keep your foundation (lower body) steady while the shoulder gets behind the ball not necessarily your hips.

Make sure to tuck your elbow. Your right elbow should tuck against your side during the downswing (left elbows for left-handed). Maintaining this position will prevent the common error of swinging across the ball, that reduces power. When your right elbow stays in, it prolongs the hit with your hands-- this is necessary in creating power and an appropriate timed release. To do this correctly, keep your left arm (for right-handed) straight and ensure your hands are not behind the ball.

5. Make your knees firm and flexed. A basic fact is that your legs are the foundation of your swing. Keep a stable feel with your right knee at the top of your backswing, left knee for left-handed. The transfer of weight at the top of the swing is very crucial. The most of the weight should be felt just inside the back foot. To carry this out, imagine a basketball between your knees. The key to added power is the transfer of weight from the inside of your back foot over the front foot, this allows an accurate turn and a powerful swing. If you have a problem hitting the clubs correctly, your clubs may be the problem. Have them checked to see if they properly suit you. It is easy to just pick on a standard set of clubs. What many beginners do not know, is that the height and arm length should be considered in the purchase of clubs. A custom-fitted club is the answer. Consider getting one now, there are online shops offering an online customization or visit a store now for accurate measurements. It is quick, easy, and free!