Get More Power in Your Golf Swing

PGA LPGA coach Diane Whitman and strength coach Jamie Arion demonstrate techniques to unlock power in your golf swing. Whitman teaches 'The Slammer' drill to initiate the downswing with the lower body, while Arion shows elbow plank variations to build golf-specific core strength.

• Swing speed and power should be generated at the bottom of the swing through the lower body rather than arms and shoulders.
• Practice 'The Slammer' drill by raising your target-side heel and rear-side toe at setup, then slamming them down to start the downswing.
• Perform elbow planks with relaxed shoulders and your belly button pulled in toward your spine to build core stability.
• Increase plank intensity by coming up onto your toes or adding alternating arm reaches.

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