Hips in the downswing

In this instruction by Clay Ballard from Top Speed Golf, players learn how to properly sync the arms and body during the downswing. By executing the daylight elbow tuck and maintaining active hip rotation, golfers shallow the club path and eliminate steep swing flaws.

• Tuck your right elbow down toward your right side at the start of the downswing to shallow the club.
• Feel as though your right funny bone is connected to your right shirt seam as your body opens up.
• Look for 'daylight' (a gap) between your left arm and right elbow halfway through the downswing.
• Keep your hips and chest rotating continuously to guide the clubhead through impact.