Goal: Fix the ball-back position and recover dynamic loft
How to do it
Mark the center of your stance with a stick between your feet. Place the ball exactly there with wedges, and one fist forward with mid irons. Hit three-quarter shots, checking that the flight regains height.
Face-on: the ball sits behind the middle of the stance with mid irons; the shaft leans excessively toward the target at address.
Frequently asked questions
What is the "Dead center" drill for?
Fix the ball-back position and recover dynamic loft
How do you do the "Dead center" drill?
Mark the center of your stance with a stick between your feet. Place the ball exactly there with wedges, and one fist forward with mid irons. Hit three-quarter shots, checking that the flight regains height.
How long does the "Dead center" drill take?
About 10 minutes per session, 12 reps.
Sources
David Leadbetter — The Golf Swing
PGA of America — PGA Teaching Manual: The Art and Science of Golf Instruction