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Impact bag

10 min 15 reps Difficulty ●●○○○
Goal: Groove the impact position with the hands ahead

How to do it

Strike an impact bag (or a big rolled-up towel) and stop at contact: shaft leaning toward the target, lead wrist flat and weight on the lead foot. Hold for 2 seconds and check the picture. Alternate 3 hits into the bag and 3 real balls.

What fault it fixes

Scooping (wrist flip at impact)
Face-on: at impact the lead wrist is cupped and the shaft leans away from the target; the hands arrive behind the clubhead.

Frequently asked questions

What is the "Impact bag" drill for?

Groove the impact position with the hands ahead

How do you do the "Impact bag" drill?

Strike an impact bag (or a big rolled-up towel) and stop at contact: shaft leaning toward the target, lead wrist flat and weight on the lead foot. Hold for 2 seconds and check the picture. Alternate 3 hits into the bag and 3 real balls.

How long does the "Impact bag" drill take?

About 10 minutes per session, 15 reps.

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