Achieving the right posture in your golf swing is key to a successful and comfortable game. Henry Fall and Dana Finkelstein, LPGA TOUR players, are here at Superstition Mountain to guide you through it.
There are misconceptions about posture in golf, and Dana emphasizes that comfort is essential. Not everyone needs to adopt the same posture as professional golfers like Adam Scott or Jack Nicklaus. Finding a posture that suits your body type and movement is crucial.
Looking at Jack Nicklaus as an example, his slightly tall posture with hips underneath him and a rounded upper spine allowed for a powerful and controlled swing. Dana agrees with this approach and follows a similar style.
The right posture involves a slight knee flex, a rounded upper spine, and a relaxed head position. This allows for a smooth and efficient swing, reducing tension and unnecessary strain. So, remember, finding a comfortable and balanced posture can greatly improve your golf game.
Henry Fall is a Golf Coach with Milo Lines Golf, LPGA Tour Caddie to Dana Finkelstein, content creator, and Rukket Golf ambassador. You can check out their online academy at milolinesgolf.com or on his instagram, @henryfallgolf.
Dana Finkelstein has played on the LPGA Tour since 2017 and finished first in Driving Accuracy in 2017 and 3rd in 2019. Her best finish on Tour thus far is a T-11 (2x) and she finished T39 at last year's AIG Women's Open Championship at Royal Troon with Henry on the bag. While at UNLV, Dana was a three-time Mountain West Golfer of the year. You can find Dana on Instagram @danafinkelsteingolf.
