Most golf training aids worsen your swing because they physically restrict your motion, causing your muscles to push against the aid and reinforce bad mechanics. Effective training aids provide objective feedback while requiring the golfer to execute the movement unassisted.
Their scorecard
Alignment: helps/5 — Visual alignment verification via video
Wrist / Hinge Control: helps/5 — Teaches proper wrist hinge direction and amount
Face Control: partial/5 — Influences clubface orientation at top
Rotation / Speed: helps/5 — Builds speed and rotational power hitting real balls
Tempo & Stroke: helps/5 — Over/under weighting regulates swing sequencing
What they rate
Clear rules established for selecting useful golf training aids
Strong recommendations for feedback-based tools like HITS Driver and Swing Guide
In-depth breakdown of camera lens distortion and misleading 3D smartphone apps
What they don’t
Restrictive training aids (arm tubes, swing jackets) actively build bad motor habits
Most golf training aids worsen your swing because they physically restrict your motion, causing your muscles to push against the aid and reinforce bad mechanics. Effective training aids provide objective feedback while requiring the golfer to execute the movement unassisted.
Clear rules established for selecting useful golf training aids
Strong recommendations for feedback-based tools like HITS Driver and Swing Guide