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#163 β›³ Increase Golf Club Head Speed: Downswing Techniques

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Golf247.eu
Published
Thu 13 Mar 2025
Episode Link
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puttin-pro/episodes/163--Increase-Golf-Club-Head-Speed-Downswing-Techniques-e2v8oo5

Henrik Jentsch from the SFT Golf Academy explains how golfers can increase their clubhead speed πŸŒοΈβ€β™‚οΈ.

The podcast focuses on two key elements of the downswing: the lag angle πŸ”„ and the maximum speed of the hands βœ‹πŸ’¨. By adjusting the timing of these elements, golfers can optimize their power πŸ’ͺ and technique to generate more clubhead speed πŸš€.

The discussion compares the swings of amateur vs. professional golfers πŸ‘¨β€πŸŽ“πŸŒοΈβ€β™‚οΈ to highlight the importance of the right concept and execution 🎯. Finally, a free video πŸŽ₯ is offered with an exercise for more compression and distance πŸ“. Lag angle and hand speed play a crucial role πŸ† in generating clubhead speed in the golf swing.

βœ… The combination of lag angle πŸ“ and hand speed βœ‹πŸ’¨ is key to maximizing clubhead speed ⚑.
βœ… A larger lag angle πŸ”„ allows for more efficient energy transfer βš™οΈ, helping convert hand speed into clubhead speed πŸš€.
βœ… Timing matters ⏳! If maximum hand speed is reached earlier πŸ•°οΈ, more time is available to increase clubhead speed before impact 🎯.

πŸ“Š Example 1: Amateur vs. Pro Comparison
πŸŒοΈβ€β™‚οΈ Amateur & Pro had the same max hand speed (21 mph), but:

  • The pro reached max hand speed earlier in the downswing ⏩.
  • The pro had a smaller lag angle increase (14Β° vs. 31Β° for the amateur).
  • Result: The pro achieved 87 mph clubhead speed πŸ† vs. 82 mph for the amateur.

πŸ“Š Example 2: Float Loading Technique
πŸŒοΈβ€β™‚οΈ A pro reduced their lag angle early (float loading) πŸ”„.

  • Despite potential challenges ⚠️, this technique optimized clubhead speed πŸš€.
  • Result: Even with 21 mph hand speed, the pro hit 90 mph clubhead speed πŸ”₯.

πŸ“Š Example 3: LPGA Player vs. Amateur
πŸŒοΈβ€β™€οΈ LPGA pro had lower hand speed (18 mph ❌ vs. 21 mph), but:

  • Reached max speed earlier ⏳, leading to 82 mph clubhead speed 🎯.
  • Timing is more important than pure speed! πŸ†

πŸ“Š Example 4: Maximizing Hand Speed
πŸŒοΈβ€β™‚οΈ A pro with 24 mph hand speedconverted it into 100 mph clubhead speed πŸ’₯, proving that earlier hand speed + controlled lag angle = maximum power πŸ”.

πŸš€ 1. Reach Maximum Hand Speed Earlier

  • Timing ⏳ is key to transferring energy efficiently ⚑.

πŸ”„ 2. Adjust Your Downswing Concept

  • A common mistake ❌ is keeping arms/hands passive while only rotating the body πŸ”.
  • Solution: Ensure hands accelerate at the right moment ⏩.

πŸ–οΈ 3. Move the Grip Correctly

  • The grip should move early, fast, and in the right direction βœ….
  • Lag angle should not be forced but develop naturally as a byproduct.

πŸ† 4. Master the Right Downswing Concept

  • The downswing happens in just 0.25 seconds ⏳.
  • Starting with the correct motion is crucial 🎯 because there’s no time for corrections β›”.

πŸ”₯ Want more speed & distance? Practice these techniques and unlock your full potential! πŸš€πŸ’ͺ

πŸ” Influence of Lag Angle & Hand Speed πŸ”„πŸ’¨πŸŽ― Techniques for Optimization πŸ’ͺπŸŒοΈβ€β™‚οΈ

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