How long should your backswing be?

       One of the most common problems I see with many weekend players is a too long backswing. I say problem because it contributes to so many mis-hits and errant shots. Most of my students don't realize how far they are taking the club back until they see it on video.
       So how long should your backswing be? It depends on a number of factors. Your build and body type have considerable influence. Are you stocky and thick chested or tall and slim? The slimmer person naturally will have a longer swing because he has less body mass for his arms to swing around. Are you young and supple or older with less flexibility? These things are determined based on your body type and flexibility. Besides stretching there isn't a whole lot else you can do about it.

What you can do is determine the correct backswing length for you. Here is the drill I use with my students  and it isn't difficult to do. Simply take your adddress position with a middle iron. Then while maintaining your posture hinge your wrists where your thumbs and forearms join moving the shaft and clubhead upward toward your head. Then turn your shoulders to the right while maintaining your spine angle.
     Your arms and the clubhead will now be at their correct backswing length. Do this facing a full length mirror and you'll be surprised that in almost all cases the shaft will be well short of parallel. 
Practice this until the new position begins to feel more comfortable, then hit some balls starting with short irons. You'll soon be hitting more solid and straighter shots with no loss of distance.

New Adams Tight Lies have arrived

The new Adams Tight Lies Fairway Woods are now available at Golf Rx. Adams Golf has brought back one of the most popular fairway wood designs of all time. These clubs feature a very shallow face and radius sole for extreme forgiveness off tight lies making it very easy to get the ball in the air with a fairway wood.
Adams has implemented their slotline technology in their new design for even faster ball speed and increased distance. Come try one out today at Golf Rx. 

Save on lessons the month of August

    Now is a great time to save money on golf instruction. During the month of August choose to save $20.00 on a four lesson package, or save $40.00 on a six lesson package at Golf Rx. Steve offers both indoor and outdoor instruction with the use of V1 Digital Video for each student.  
     Steve was named the 192 Teacher of the Year in the Georgia PGA Central Chapter, and has over 25 years of experience in working with students of all levels. He has also written three instructional books and has been featured in PGA Magazine, Tee Times Magazine and The Wall Street Journal.
     Steve's teaching methodology is to treat each student as an individual. His teaching sessions are fun and easy to understand and are done in a relaxing atmosphere. Steve is a big supporter of video in his lessons because pictures do not lie. It is much easier for students to see their mistakes on film than to hear about them Steve also uses teaching aids whenever possible to help the student feel the correct movement.
    His number one rule is not to confuse a student with too much information at once. He identifies the biggest fault and corrects that first.
      Call or come by today to schedule your lesson with Steve at Golf Rx.

Great selection of bags at clearance prices

Right now we have a great selection of golf bags from Callaway and Ping at clearance prices. We also have wedges from Callaway and Taylor Made at 40% off retail. Come see our selection of putters from Ping, Taylor Made, Yes, Odyssey and Nike all at sale prices.
Congratulations to John Demonbreum, our Golf Rx Customer of the Month. John is enjoying his new custom fit set of KZG irons.
Remember we offer same day service or re-gripping and loft and lie adjustment, and next day service on re-shafting. Stop by or call today.

Golf Rx is your one stop center for Father's Day

    Father's Day is only two weeks away so now is the time to stop by Golf Rx for some great ideas for Dad. We offer gift certificates that can be used for any of our services including instruction, custom fitted equipment or club repair services. We also have a great selection of golf bags, wedges, putters and gift ideas such as the Golf Buddy Voice GPS.
     Steve is an award winning instructor who can certainly help Dad with his game. We offer both indoor and outdoor instruction for his convenience. If Dad is still using his outdated equipment we offer custom fitted clubs from Ping, KZG, Taylor Made and Adams Golf. If Dad isn't quite ready for a new set yet we offer same day service on re-gripping and loft and lie adjustment.
    Call or come by. We're open Monday through Thursday 9:00AM to 5:00 PM and Friday 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. 

Tiger and Sergio need to grow up

I am tired and disgusted after watching the bickering and ranting going on between Tiger and Sergio. Here are the facts: These two grown men have gained fame and fortune because of the game of golf. They play the finest courses in the world and are treated like royalty everywhere they go. Either man could decide to quit golf tomorrow and never have to work another day the rest of their life. How many other people in their 20"s or 30's have this luxury because of a God given talent?
If it weren't for the game of golf Tiger would probably be in the military or working at a fitness club. Sergio would probably be teaching junior high and coaching soccer. Golf has given them everything they could have imagined. Instead of saying thank you and taking responsibility they both let their ego's prevail.
The game has given them so much and they have given nothing back except their unsportsmanlike conduct. It's time for them both to grow up and be accountable. Young people need positive role models and golf may just be the last professional sport to carry that message. 

New products from KZG

     We just received two new models from KZG. The much anticipated GFX Driver and VC-F fairway wood. The GFX Driver is 460 CC and features a classic look. 2 weight ports allow for adjustment of trajectory and alter fade / draw bias. The new VC-F Fairway is a beautiful club in a tradition pear shape design in a black satin finish.  The shallow face and weighted sole provide a high trajectory ball flight for more distance. Both clubs have a an incredibly solid feel. Come by and try them soon.
     Save during the month of May on lesson packages at Golf Rx. We are offering a $20.00 savings on a 4 lesson package and a $40.00 savings on a 6 lesson package when you sign up during the month of May. This is a great opportunity to improve your game and save money at the same time. Call or come by Golf Rx for more information.