The golf swing is one of the hardest biomechanical motions in sport to execute (Vaughn, 1979). The majority of the studies that have been done on the golf swing use “the full golf swing” for their tests e.g. the driver swing, or the long iron swing from the fairway, as it is the primary foundation on which all the other golf shots are based (Maddalozzo, 1987). Maddalozzo, (1987) states that the sole purpose of a golfer, when using the full golf swing, is to produce maximum distance, accuracy, control and consistency in each golf shot and that all body movements must be made in sequence, at a pace which allows the club to be swung in a balanced motion and in a direction, that produces on centre hits and maximum club head velocity.
Vaughan, (1981)
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Hume, Keogh, & Reid, (2005) claim that the golf swing biomechanics have been studied and reported by many authors and that several schemes of classification have been used to describe the phases of the golf swing. Although the number of phases among different authors contrast; they all seem to cover the exact same topics. Maddalozzo, (1987) states that the full golf swing consists of three major phases which …show more content…
Chu, Sell, & Lephart, (2010) completed a study on the relationship between biomechanical variables and driving performance during the golf swing. Within this study, the kinematic data of the golf swing were collected and the authors stated that the results obtained may serve both as skill and strength training guidelines for golfers and their coaches. Likewise, Hume, Keogh, & Reid, (2005) completed a review article which examined the role of biomechanics in maximising distance and accuracy of golf shots. Five questions were addressed within this article which were 1) what is golf biomechanics, 2) what is the role of biomechanics in maximising the distance and accuracy of swing and putt shots, 3) what are common recommendations for technical and physical corrections in golf, 4) what methods are used to biomechanically assess golf techniques and 5) what are golf biomechanics principles? The results gathered showed that an understanding of the correct technique would help a coach provide quality technique advice to his/her athlete and help reduce the risk of injury. Hume, Keogh, & Reid, (2005) also proved that biomechanics has a role in maximising the distance and accuracy of all golf shots by providing both qualitative and quantitive evidence e.g. body angles, joint forces and muscle activity patterns.
To start off, Now, we come to the tee-box where we put our stretching and breathing into effect creating the positive mentality, followed by a few quick practice swings. You then tee-up the ball, making sure the ball is lined up with the center of the face of the club. Then, you line up your shot and swing away, sending the ball flying down the middle of the fairway, creating a sense of euphoria. Next, we approach our second shot, making sure to choose the correct club according to the distance from the green. Once again, you line up your shot and swing, letting the ball coast and land on the green, as close to the hole as you possibly could. Now, comes the trickiest part which is reading the green. You grab your putter, then step back and squat, all the time trying to visualize the ball path. You, determine then were you should line up your putt depending on the break which is in the ball path. You step up to the ball, line up your putt, and swing your arms like a clock pendulum. The ball sinks into the hole sending you into a jumping fit of excitement. Thus, neatly showing how you can successfully play a hole of
For years it was thought that the golf swing was a solid piece of movement without any differentiating variables. Vast expansion in technology over the last 20 years has produced more information on the biomechanics of the golf swing. “ Golf Biomechanics applies the principles and technique of golf mechanics to the structure and function of the golfer in an effort to improve the golf technique and performance” (Hume P., Keogh J., and Reid D. 2005) Biomechanics, “The scientific discipline that applies mechanical principles and to understanding movement.” (Hume P., Keogh J., and Reid D. 2005) allows scientists to observe a golfer’s swing to near milliseconds to the point of impact. This is much more precise to previous measurements used such as video recordings, outlines, etc. Understanding how the swing works by breaking down the movements within the swing through visual aids emphasize the opportunity for a better swing and in turn, better golf. Studies of biomechanics within the golf swing have shown the sequential separation from torso to pelvis, disproving the original theory of a solid swing with continuous motion known as the X-factor. Before understanding how the biomechanics of the golf swing works with the X-factor, the basics of the swing must be established.
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