Most golfers use the traditional grip that's prevalent in amateur and professional circuits. The grip is taught by club professionals and accredited teachers because it has proven to be the best. But many right-handed golfers mistakenly believe that distance and accuracy are associated with their dominant right arm. When this approach doesn't work, they might change a grip or stance, discounting their left hand because it's not as strong as their right. You can increase the strength and speed of your left hand with an exercise that's taught by many professionals.
Step 1
Address an imaginary golf ball while holding a 9-iron or wedge with the traditional grip. Heavier irons are best for increasing both strength and speed with this exercise.
Step 2
Ground the club by placing the heel of the club behind the imaginary ball. Look at an imaginary target, or on a line to a target as if taking a shot.
Step 3
Release your right hand from the club grip and continue to hold the club grounded with your left hand in its normal position on the club grip. Put your right hand on your right hip.
Step 4
Bring the club back to the top of the backswing with your left hand and swing the club at the imaginary ball. Allow the momentum of the club to rotate your hips toward the imaginary target. Repeat this step and exercise until your left hand begins to tire. Take a short break.
Step 5
Continue to develop the strength and speed of your left hand using the one-hand exercise every day. Ground the club before each practice swing to increase your strength by taking the club back. Swing the club at the imaginary ball to increase the speed of your left hand.
Step 6
Practice hitting balls using the traditional grip with a heavier club. Grip the club tighter with your left hand and less with your right. This allows your left hand to swing the club stronger and faster without restriction from your right hand.
Tips and Warnings
- Use a special weighted golf club when you exercise to increase left hand strength and speed.
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