Your Peak Speed Happens AFTER the Ball – Here's Why | GolfWRX |
Shawn Clement demonstrates how to eliminate fat shots by shifting focus from hitting 'at' the ball to releasing 'through' it toward the target. Using the 'Sword Drill' and visual imagery like 'arc blurs' and 'grass clippings,' Clement teaches golfers to reach peak speed after impact. This approach encourages natural momentum and proper lead-arm supination for cleaner ball-first contact.
Focus on a target beyond the ball (the 'intermediate point') to ensure your low point is ahead of the golf ball.
Peak speed should occur well after the ball, not at the moment of impact.
Use the 'Sword Drill' by flipping the club upside down to hear the 'whoosh' happen past the impact zone.
Visualize sending grass clippings toward the target to naturally move your body and hands ahead of the clubhead.
Allow G-forces and momentum to track an 'arc blur' rather than trying to manually guide the club path.