Golf Lessons San Diego - Mike Wydra - Obtain and Retain the Angle
NCAA Hall of Fame coach Mike Wydra explains the secret to effortless power by mastering lag. He demonstrates how to obtain a 90-degree angle in the backswing and retain a 45-degree angle in the transition to maximize distance and avoid casting.
Establish a 90-degree angle between the lead arm and club shaft when the arm is parallel to the ground on the backswing.
Initiate the downswing with the lower body while the club is still moving back to create maximum 'load' or lag.
Aim to narrow the arm-shaft angle to approximately 45 degrees when the lead arm is parallel to the ground during the downswing.
The 'sit down' position helps in pulling the handle down and retaining power throughout the transition.
Casting the club early is a common power-killer often caused by a poor grip or fear of slicing.
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