Preventing Canker Sores... "Try Following This"

Golf.com Reveals Advice from a World-Renowned Instructor
Reduce Tension, Avoid Standing Too Close, Maintain Angle

'Shank'.

It is the word amateur golfers hate the most. The ball hits the connection between the club head and the shaft and flies off in an unexpected direction. When a shank occurs, golfers get flustered and lose confidence. The biggest problem is that shanks tend to happen consecutively. In the worst cases, the fear of shot failure can lead to yips. Recently, Golf.com in the US revealed advice from a world-renowned golf instructor on how to prevent shanks.

To prevent shanks, it is important to relax, maintain the distance from the ball, and keep the lie angle. Photo by Golf.com

First, reduce tension. Shanks cause more shanks. A shank is a sign of a sloppy or weak swing. Take a deep breath and exhale. Relax your hands and arms and focus on a balanced finish. Your tempo will become smoother and your thoughts more positive. You will feel your balance improve as well.

Check the impact location using a launch monitor. Shanks occur when the distance between the ball and the address position is too close. At impact, the club is farther away from the ball. This is the correct address method. When placing the club next to the ball, instead of placing the center of the club on the ball, place the toe of the club on the ball. When swinging, instead of tilting your head backward at impact, move your head toward the ball.

Manage the interaction between the leading edge and the turf. Hit the ball 17mm below the sweet spot. On the other hand, amateur golfers who shank tend to hit 23mm above the sweet spot. The lie angle is important. Do not hit with the club standing up. Players inexperienced in the short game tend to increase the club’s lie angle at impact.

Widen your stance slightly. Grip the club lightly. However, be careful not to let the grip move in your hands. Once again, maintain the lie angle you took at address. Swing on a neutral plane, strike the lower part of the ball, and make sure the sole of the club hits the ground in the center.