YOU NEED THIS In Your Golf Swing For Effortless Power

PGA Golf Instructor Eric Cogorno explains how golfers over 50 can generate effortless power and consistency by letting the arms and club lead the swing while the body responds. Analyzing Freddy Couples' swing mechanics, Cogorno demonstrates how lead arm folding, trail arm extension, and club rehinging through impact maximize distance without forcing excess body rotation.

• Reduce grip pressure to under 5 out of 10 and hover or lightly tap the clubhead at setup to relieve tension and feel the clubhead's weight.
• Allow the momentum of the arms and club to lead the backswing and downswing, letting the body rotate naturally in response.
• Allow the lead arm to fold slightly with elbow down while fully extending the trail arm through impact.
• Rehinge the golf club post-impact so the butt of the club points back toward the target line for maximum speed.

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