Stuart from SM Golf Coaching demonstrates how to use ground reaction forces to improve the golf takeaway and downswing sequencing. By utilizing an alignment stick step drill, golfers can learn to move their pressure into the trail foot before the club starts back, leading to better low point control and increased clubhead speed.
Pressure should shift into the trail foot before the clubhead starts moving in the takeaway.
A common amateur mistake is moving the club first, causing the body to play catch-up and losing speed.
Aim for approximately 70% pressure in the trail foot by the time the club reaches parallel to the ground.
Start with 55% pressure on the lead foot to create a 'starting block' to push off from.
Proper sequencing helps move the low point in front of the ball, fixing fat and thin shots.
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