The Biggest Swing Myth in Golf Explained - Swing Faster with Less Effort
Warren Bennett explains why excessive body movement is a major power killer and how to replace it with an educated 'hand and arm snap.' Drawing inspiration from Sam Snead, Bennett demonstrates drills to keep the upper body passive while increasing clubhead speed. This lesson provides a three-phase progression to help golfers swing faster with significantly less physical effort.
A narrow stance (3 club-widths) helps prevent excessive lateral movement and promotes better balance.
The 'snap' at the bottom of the swing, created by proper wrist hinge and release, is the true source of speed.
Keep the head and eye line passive in the impact zone to prevent the trunk from opening too early.
Practice the 'pump' motion to feel the arms dropping in front of the body before the shoulders rotate.
In the follow-through, let your trailing shoulder pick up your chin naturally rather than looking up early.