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Walk the shot

10 min 15 reps Difficulty ●●●○○
Goal: Force full transfer to the lead side

How to do it

Hit the ball and let your trail foot take a full step toward the target after impact, Gary Player style. Taking the step is impossible if the weight hangs back. Do it with an 8-iron at 70% effort.

What fault it fixes

Hanging back at impact
Face-on: at impact the weight is still on the trail foot and the torso leans away from the target; the hips never moved over the lead foot.

Frequently asked questions

What is the "Walk the shot" drill for?

Force full transfer to the lead side

How do you do the "Walk the shot" drill?

Hit the ball and let your trail foot take a full step toward the target after impact, Gary Player style. Taking the step is impossible if the weight hangs back. Do it with an 8-iron at 70% effort.

How long does the "Walk the shot" drill take?

About 10 minutes per session, 15 reps.

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