LPGA pro Julie Yang and Mike Malaska break down the importance of aligning the golf grip with the body's natural joint positions. By observing how the lead arm hangs naturally, golfers can find a 'stronger' grip that prevents the clubface from opening at impact, effectively curing a slice. The lesson emphasizes a 'lever and hit' motion over face manipulation to create consistent ball flight.
Determine your natural grip by letting your lead arm hang freely; the number of knuckles visible is your body's neutral alignment.
At impact, your joints naturally want to return to their hanging alignment; if your grip is too 'weak' (few knuckles showing), the face will likely be open at impact.
Use a visual aid like a Sharpie dot on your third knuckle to ensure consistent hand placement every time you grip the club.
Golf should feel like a 'levering' motion rather than a 'twisting' motion; avoid rotating the wrists through the hitting zone.
Athletes from other sports often naturally grip the club with more knuckles showing (stronger grip), which should be embraced rather than fought.
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