Move Forward to Begin the Backswing

photo credit: nsaplayer     Ben Hogan said ” the backswing is a rebound from the forward press.”    Most good players find it  difficult to begin from a motionless set-up position.   To begin their swing    they incorporate a forward press which eliminates tension that may arise from standing completely still.

Once you are set up to the ball the forward press begins by moving the handle of the club and your back knee simultaneously towards the target.   This is an “all at once,” yet very  small move, which starts the backswing in motion.   Once the forward press is made, there is a relief in tension.   The forward press prevents starting from a motionless position.

The distance of the forward press is minuscule, however, it can play a huge  role in a quality golf swing.