The "Lazy" Iron Swing That Adds 20 Yards

PGA professional Georgia Ball reveals a 'lazy' swing method designed to add 20 yards to your iron shots. She breaks down the process into three manageable steps: finding the perfect setup distance, maximizing rotation without swaying, and prioritizing strike quality over raw speed using a gate drill.

• Standing the correct distance from the ball prevents reaching or crowding, leading to more consistent center-face contact.
• True rotation involves turning the chest behind the trail pocket while keeping the sternum centered over the ball.
• A 'lazy' smooth swing often produces more distance than a forced hard swing by improving strike efficiency.
• The Two-Tee Gate drill provides immediate feedback on club path and encourages ball-first contact followed by a divot.

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