Clay Ballard from Top Speed Golf explains how to create effortless clubhead speed by using the legs rather than forcing power through the arms and upper body. He details a proper downswing kinetic sequence starting with a 6-to-8-inch horizontal weight shift followed by an upward push through the lead leg at impact.
Avoid forcing power through your hands, arms, and shoulders—the legs are the largest power engine in the swing.
Start the downswing sequence with a 6 to 8-inch horizontal weight shift toward the target before rotating.
Keep your grip light and arms relaxed so generated energy can transfer sequentially into the clubhead.
Push up forcefully through the inside of your lead leg through impact, similar to the upward pull of starting a lawnmower.
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