One of the key aspects to hitting the ball consistently in golf is lining yourself up correctly every time you swing. This is not always easy to do. On a hole that doglegs in one direction or the other, you may have the tendency to open or close your stance, and this type of adjustment can result in several poor swings.
Shoulder Position
Make your left shoulder (for right-handed golfer) point directly at the target where you are aiming. Do not open your stance or close it just because you are having difficulties with your swing, and you may hook or slice the ball. Don't try to compensate by changing your stance; fix your swing instead. Your alignment needs to be right at the target.
Foot Position
Make sure your left foot is directly underneath your left shoulder. Your right foot should be about 18 to 24 inches wide of your left foot. Your feet should be shoulder-width apart. Bend your knees slightly so you are in an athletic position, fully able to shift your weight from your back leg to your front leg without any difficulty while you swing.
Hand Placement
On a tee shot or a fairway shot from a level surface, place your hands about two ball lengths closer to your front foot than your back foot. If you are teeing off, make contact with the ball as you begin your upswing. If you have a medium or short iron, play the ball midway in your stance. If you are playing a short iron with a downhill lie, play the ball further back in your swing.
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