How Do You Properly Correct An Over-The-Top Golf Swing?
Correcting an over-the-top golf swing starts with the proper shoulder position. An improper swing makes it more difficult to get the club head in the right position to hit the ball squarely. This results in erratic and uncontrollable shots that may have you spending a lot of time thrashing through the bushes looking for lost balls. Here’s how to correct an over-the-top swing. Start turning your left shoulder slightly downward as you take your club back away from the ball in your back swing. It may help to think of your shoulder being pulled down toward your ball as you turn. Keep your arms in close to your chest as you turn. Imagine that you are holding a magazine under each arm as you make your turn and bring the club back. Maintaining good mechanics will get your club in the proper position almost parallel to the ground behind your head at the top of your swing. Bring your left shoulder down and back. At the top of your back swing, your shoulder should be just below your chin as you’
