Build a more consistent, powerful, and repeatable golf swing. These guides cover grip, posture, backswing, downswing, impact, and follow-through, with drills and practice routines designed to ingrain lasting improvements.
Fat and thin shots are two of the most frustrating problems in golf, and they share a common root cause: inconsistent low point control. A fat shot occurs when the club strikes the ground before the ball, digging into the turf and producing a heavy, short result. A thin shot happens when the club bottoms … Read more
Flexibility is one of the most overlooked aspects of golf performance, yet it directly impacts every element of your swing. A golfer with limited flexibility cannot make a full shoulder turn, generate maximum power, or maintain consistent positions throughout the swing arc. The result is compensatory movements that reduce accuracy, distance, and increase injury risk. … Read more
Thin shots—also called “topped” shots—are among the most embarrassing mishits in golf. Your club blade catches the upper half of the ball, sending it screaming along the ground or popping weakly into the air. Your playing partners feel your frustration. Your score feels the impact immediately. The worst part? Thin shots happen when you need … Read more
Fat shots are one of the most frustrating problems in golf. Whether you’re hitting behind the ball on approach shots or chunking chip shots around the green, fat shots destroy your scorecard and shake your confidence. The good news? This is one of the most fixable swing problems once you understand the root causes and … Read more
Every great golfer has a pre-shot routine. Watch any tour player and you will notice that the sequence of actions they perform before every single shot — from the moment they select a club to the moment they pull the trigger — is remarkably consistent. This is not superstition or habit for habit’s sake. A … Read more
Hitting the ball fat (chunking it) or thin (skulling or blading it) are among the most frustrating and common ball-striking errors in golf. Both faults stem from the same core problem: the low point of your swing arc is in the wrong place. Understanding why this happens — and the specific drills to fix it … Read more
Hyo Joo Kim has emerged as the LPGA Tour’s hottest golfer in early 2026, capturing back-to-back victories at the Fortinet Founders Cup and the Ford Championship at Whirlwind Golf Club. Her dominant performances—including becoming the first golfer in LPGA history to shoot two rounds of 61 or better in the same tournament—provide a masterclass in … Read more
The 2026 Masters Tournament is set to unfold April 9-12 at Augusta National Golf Club, featuring 91 of the world’s best golfers competing for one of golf’s most prestigious titles. While Scottie Scheffler enters as the favorite, and defending champion Rory McIlroy seeks to build on his dramatic playoff victory, amateur golfers can extract valuable … Read more
Every January, the golf equipment world convenes at the PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando — and every year, one technology or category defines the narrative. In 2026, that story was unmistakably artificial intelligence applied to swing analysis, alongside a generation of launch monitors that have fundamentally democratized access to tour-level data. Here’s what debuted, what … Read more
Inconsistent ball striking is the single most common complaint among recreational golfers — and for good reason. Without consistent, solid contact, every other aspect of your game struggles: distance becomes unpredictable, trajectory varies wildly, and scoring becomes nearly impossible. The great news is that ball striking is a highly trainable skill. This guide gives you … Read more
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