Master Impact First (The Secret to Better Strike & Compression)
Matt Baker Golf demonstrates the Malaska Golf philosophy of building a swing backwards from the impact position. By presetting the body into a strong impact alignment—shifting weight to the lead side, opening the hips, and tilting the shoulders—golfers can feel true ball compression. This method helps eliminate inconsistent strikes and improves distance with less effort.
Impact is the only position in the golf swing that truly matters for ball flight.
Correct impact involves shifting pressure to the lead leg and pushing the lead hip back.
The lead shoulder should be higher than the trail shoulder at impact to put the trail arm 'on the back of the shaft.'
Training with isometric presets (holding the position) helps the body remember the feel during a full motion.
This 'impact-first' approach applies to all clubs, including the driver (with a slight upward angle).