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3:1 tempo with a metronome
8 min
25 reps
Difficulty ●●○○○
Goal: Stabilize your tempo ratio toward 3:1
How to do it
Practice with a metronome: 3 beats up, 1 beat down. Start at half speed and build up.
What fault it fixes
Rushed tempo
Backswing-to-downswing ratio below about 2.6:1 and inconsistent from swing to swing.
Frequently asked questions
What is the "3:1 tempo with a metronome" drill for?
Stabilize your tempo ratio toward 3:1
How do you do the "3:1 tempo with a metronome" drill?
Practice with a metronome: 3 beats up, 1 beat down. Start at half speed and build up.
How long does the "3:1 tempo with a metronome" drill take?
About 8 minutes per session, 25 reps.
Sources
- John Novosel — Tour Tempo (ratio 3:1)
- Adam Young — The Practice Manual
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