Golf Digest - May 1998
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Your battle against the slice begins with the grip. A weak grip can result in an open clubface at impact and shots that go right no matter how good your swing is. Begin with the left hand. Place the club in your hand while it is hanging at your side (left). The grip that results when you close your fingers will be more or less ideal. But there are some key checkpoints:
The heel pad is on top of the club
You should be able to hold a key in place between your hand at the end of the grip (left) This allows you to control the club with your fingers, which are stronger than the muscles in your palm
The thumb is to the right of center as you look down at it(left). There is no gap between the base of the thumb and the forefinger |
No Gaps In Completed Grip
Once both hands are on the grip, they should have become a unit, allowing the club to be an extension of your body. When taking your right-hand grip, place the lifeline of the right hand on the side of the left thumb (right). Once again, there should be no unwanted gaps. For a seamless hold on the club, you should be able to place coins between the thumb and forefinger of each hand. There is no single ideal grip pressure. As a guide, your grip should be firm enough so you don't lose control of the club, but not so tight that your muscles are tense and unresponsive. That would prevent you from singing the club to freely. The key is to maintain constant pressure theroughout the swing. A sudden increase in pressure can alter the grip - and your swing. |
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