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The 40-Yard Bunker Shot

There may be no tougher shot in golf than the long bunker shot, but as Titleist staff member James Sieckmann demonstrates in this video, there are two solutions. As James explains, on this shot it’s important not to get overactive with the legs and the core (the muscles that are important for power in full swing technique). On bunker shots, the legs need be stable and quiet, creating a solid base for the swing. This allows you to be very precise and consistent with the bottom of the swing and the point at which you contact the sand – a key to escaping bunkers effectively.

So how do you produce sufficient power for a longer bunker shot without using the big muscles of your legs and core? First, James’ preferred option is to use a lower lofted club like a 9-iron. Irons still have bounce when you open the face and when you apply the same force required for a 10-yard shot with a sand wedge, the 9-iron shot will fly 20-25 yards and release the remaining distance to the hole.

If you need to fly the ball farther than that, the degree of difficulty goes up significantly, but as James shows, using a bigger shoulder turn is the key. A bigger turn using a sand wedge provides more power to the shot without jeopardizing good contact with the sand.

There’s no way to ever make the long bunker shot easy, but if you put in some practice time with James’ techniques, you’ll see very acceptable results much more frequently.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Clubface Rotation and Wrist Set in Takeaway

In this video we look at clubface rotation and wrist set during the takeaway.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Arm Path in the Golf Swing

We all want that perfect looking golf swing that makes us look like we just came straight from the tour!

In today’s video Mike creates a clear picture of how and why the arms work in the golf swing.

 

 

 

 

 

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Effortless Compression Through Impact

In today’s video Christina Richie from More Pars Golf wants you to have success while blending your backswing and downswing for effortless compression through impact. It’s all about your lean in while rotating through impact.

Your swing style and tendencies play a key role.

 

 

 

 

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How Jack Nicklaus Moved His Hips in the Golf Swing

How you move your hips will determine how consistently you hit the ball. I’ve had the pleasure of working with the greatest golfer of all time to see how he moves and what his body does in the golf swing.

Jack Nicklaus was great at getting his body out of the way of his hands so he could generate more speed in his golf swing.

 

 

 

 

 

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