Footwork

Last time I wrote about your head, this time I want to discuss your feet. As a body orientated instructor it is very important for me to explain the most important movements in the swing. This article will focus on the weight distribution during the swing. Please email me your questions at bobschade@bobschade.com.

Address: Your weight should favor the left side, approximately 60% left foot, 40% right foot.

Backswing: Your weight should be 50% left foot, 50% right foot with the weight in the heel of the right foot.

Forward Swing to impact: Your weight should move from your right heel to your left big toe and then to your left heel. At impact your weight distribution should be 65% left foot, 35% right foot.

Finish: Your weight should be 95% left foot and 5% right foot.

The way you practice this is by swinging with out a ball at a very slow pace. Matter of fact, swinging without a club at all will give you a great sensation and will stimulate a faster learning pattern. For more information visit my web site www.bobschade.com.