Welcome to Play Smart, a regular GOLF.com game-improvement column that will help you become a smarter, better golfer. Hip turn is a crucial component for generating power in your golf swing. If you ...

Welcome to Shaving Strokes, a GOLF.com series in which we’re sharing improvements, learnings and takeaways from amateur golfers just like you — including some of the speed bumps and challenges they ...

One of the biggest power leaks in the swing is when the hips sway, or move laterally, off the ball on the backswing. This robs you of the hip turn you need to load properly into your trail side and ...

Here's a fact: If your golf swing doesn't start right, there's a high probability that your result will be poor. Unfortunately, most amateur and beginner golfers ignore this simple rule, and focus on ...

Proper backswing structure is crucial for a successful golf swing and more consistent shot results. Coach Kelvin Kelley emphasizes simplifying the backswing by focusing on arm movement and shoulder ...