Create Effortless Power By Slowing Down Your Golf Swing
PGA Professional Eric Cogorno and LPGA/PGA Professional Katrina Howard reveal how to achieve effortless power by fixing a rushed downswing. Using the '3 o'clock to 4 o'clock' drill, they demonstrate how to drop the club into the slot while keeping the chest pointed away from the target, effectively curing 'over-the-top' moves and increasing swing efficiency.
Rushing the downswing is caused by moving the upper body too quickly 'out,' which pulls the arms away from the body.
Effortless power requires patience in transition—feeling the arms drop while the back stays toward the target.
Use visual markers on the ground at 3 o'clock (toe line) and 4 o'clock (inside) to check your club path during rehearsals.
Lighten your grip pressure to help feel the weight of the club head dropping into the slot.
Practice with 'leapfrog' shots, starting as slow as possible and gradually adding speed once the transition feel is consistent.