Poor Alignment = Bad Golf

Kirk Junge explains why proper alignment is the foundation of a repeatable golf swing. He demonstrates the correct way to use alignment rods and explains how target lines should vary between irons (descending blow) and woods (ascending blow) to achieve optimal impact.

• Alignment rods are essential but only effective if your feet actually match the rods.
• Right-handed golfers should generally aim slightly left of the target for iron shots due to the descending angle of attack.
• For woods and drivers, aim straight at the target or slightly right to account for the upward strike.
• Poor alignment forces the brain to make compensations during the swing, preventing consistency.
• Consistent practice with proper alignment is the fastest way to simplify and improve your game.

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