PGA instructor Warren Bennett introduces the Hit and Hold Drill as part of his Swing for Life series. By executing smooth half to three-quarter swings and holding a proper finish position, golfers can naturally fix their downswing sequencing, arm release, and body weight transfer. Bennett covers core checkpoints for irons and drivers, plus variations to help overcome slicing and hooking.
Execute 1/2 to 3/4 backswings in 'second gear' speed to prevent old swing flaws from overriding the movement.
At the finish hold, fully lift the right heel, kick the right knee toward the lead knee, and turn the belt buckle toward the target.
Keep your head steady looking down at the impact zone until your trailing shoulder naturally turns into your chin.
Position your hands centered in front of your chest with the butt of the club pointing back toward your body core.
To fix a slice, feel your hands release out to the right; to fix a hook, feel your hands hold off slightly more to the left.