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 When you start your backswing, make sure to maintain the triangle of the arms and chest turning back together. By swinging the club back with the left arm and the turning the trunk, it’s easier to keep the club on the correct path during the backswing, which in turn makes it easier to keep it on the correct path on the downswing (left). A common mistake is getting the club too far inside during the backswing (right). This is normally due to the right arm taking over in the backswing. The left arm must be in charge of taking the club back, along with trunk rotation. You will need enough forearm strength to swing the club back numerous times with only your left hand on the club to develop the correct motion and feel for improving your backswing. Try doing side planks, as illustrated below, on both sides to make this happen.  Vasisthasana (Side Plank Pose)The side plank tones and strengthens your arms and shoulders while training all the muscles in your body to work together for balance. The pose can be modified by using your knee or taken to a higher level by lifting your top leg parallel to the ground. As you practice the pose, remember to lift up through your hips to decrease the pressure on your wrist and shoulder. Also, stack your feet and find tadasana (a mountain pose) in your body and take five to 10 deep breaths. Start off gazing forward, then slowly shift your view and look up toward your thumb. The power of your gaze will challenge your balance. Glenn Deck and Marie Friedlander teach yoga golf at Pelican Hill and Oak Creek golf clubs in Orange County. To learn more, call (949) 467-5810 or visit thebodhitree.org. |
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