Adam Porzak of Porzak Golf breaks down the essential mechanics of 'leverage' as the secret to generating effortless clubhead speed. He provides a detailed masterclass on grip placement, demonstrating why most golfers lose power by gripping the club too high in the palm and how to use the 'L' position to align the swing plane correctly.
The grip is the sole connection point for leverage; it must be in the fingers, not the heel pad, to allow the wrists to hinge effectively.
For right-handed golfers, the lead thumb should be at the 1:00 position and the trail thumb at 11:00.
Maintain 'width'—the distance between your sternum and your hands—to keep the club connected to your body's rotation.
The 'L position' is reached when the lead arm and club create a 90-degree angle, with the butt of the club pointing directly at the ball.
Choosing between overlap (Varden) and interlock grip is a matter of personal 'ownership' and control of the club face.