Transition & DownswingIntermediateFixes: Stalled lower body speed

Dynamic Lead-Foot Step Swing Speed Drill

Curated PGA Drill by Chris Ryan Golf

Focus Area

Transition

Rep Guidance

3 sets of 10 slow rehearsal reps

Equipment

Golf club, alignment stick (optional)

Skill Level

Intermediate

Why This Drill Works (Kinetic Mechanics)

Forces proper kinematic sequencing by ensuring lower body pressure shift precedes downswing arm acceleration.

How to Perform the Drill

Follow these step-by-step instructions. Rehearse slowly to build proper motor patterns before adding full swing speed.

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Start with feet together at address.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    As club reaches top of backswing, step lead foot aggressively toward target.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Plant lead heel firm into ground before starting downswing.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Unleash full release into a balanced finish.

What Good Feels Like

Focus on smooth tempo and maintaining body connection through impact. Your body and club should move as a single synchronized unit.

Common Mistake to Avoid

Rushing transition before completing backswing or lunging upper body forward towards ball at impact. Keep movement controlled.

Swing Faults & Ball Flights Addressed

Speed trainingStep swingGround forceKinematic sequence

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