The Real Reason Why Senior Golfers Can't Create Club Head Speed
Jonathan Chown (JChownGolf) identifies that senior golfers often lose speed by attempting modern 'X-Factor' swings suited for younger players. He outlines five critical modifications—including relaxing the lead arm, lifting the lead heel, and adjusting the finish—to help senior players generate effortless clubhead speed through improved rotation and sequence.
Allowing a slight bend in the lead arm can act as an extra lever for speed if flexibility is limited.
Lift the lead heel and rotate the hips fully (Jack Nicklaus style) to facilitate a greater shoulder turn.
Preset your rotation by dropping the trail foot back into a closed stance at setup.
Keep the chest facing away from the target longer in transition to prevent an 'over-the-top' out-to-in path.
Focus on rotating the belt buckle to the left of the target in the finish to ensure speed flows through the ball.
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