Why You Can't Hit Driver as Far as You Should - Simply Do This
In this lesson, Danny Maude identifies the 'missing ingredient' for golfers struggling with driver distance and accuracy: a misaligned club face at setup. He demonstrates how forearms that aren't square to the target line force compensations in the swing, leading to power-sapping slices and hooks. By using a simple forearm alignment check and an awareness drill to feel the clubhead's position, golfers can achieve more effortless power.
Check your forearm alignment at setup; your forearms must be square to the target even if the club face looks straight.
A face that is open or closed at setup leads to 'flicking' or manipulation during the swing, which reduces speed and consistency.
Develop 'club face awareness' by practicing finding a square face position by feel alone with your eyes closed.
Do not try to add speed until you can consistently control the face angle through impact.
Using biofeedback tools like HackMotion can help verify if your wrist and face positions match your feel.