Watch Me Play Like You! The Swing Speed Ladder (Ep. 3)
Jim Venetos demonstrates how to manage a golf course effectively while swinging at an average amateur clubhead speed of 86 mph. Through an on-course session, Venetos maps out baseline club yardages, explains why setup dictates impact, and teaches golfers how to eliminate mid-round swing tinkering.
Choose a course length where you can reach every par 4 in regulation; for a 225-yard drive, maximum par 4 length should be about 430 yards.
Do not attempt to make conscious adjustments at impact because the club moves too fast; focus on proper setup beforehand.
Avoid tinkering with swing mechanics mid-round after a bad shot—simply repeat your core technique and execute it better.
Establish reliable full-swing and 3/4-swing yardages across all clubs by swinging at a smooth, repeatable tempo.
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