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Originally Posted by EdZ
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Originally Posted by birdie_man
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Originally Posted by EdZ
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Just saw your thread/question - literally seconds after replying to the extensor action thread on this very issue
Not to double post, but yes the 'swinging club' provides the work - for swingers - to maintain exensor action. Personally, I think the 'swing' must be there as well for hitters. To the extent that you can do so, lack of any tension beyond that needed for structure is wasted effort.
Lack of tension can make up for some mistakes earlier in the swing, letting the physics of the 'swinging force' take over. Much easier to keep your timing/tempo if you are free of tension and 'flowing' with the club.
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Great post EdZ...do you teach golf?
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Yes, I have in the past, but not for the last few years. I've recently moved across the country, and am looking to start teaching again this season as a matter of fact. Just need to work on some networking/logistics. Tough when you move to a new area and don't know anyone!
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EdZ,
Goosen and A. Sorenstam look as if they Swing in the way you are talking about. Their arms look very free of tension. Goosen's and Sorenstam's left arms are both even relaxed at IMPACT. There is no attempt to keep them straight, and they are not straight. They both seem to strike the ball well, however.
I remember Tom Tomasello said, "a hitter can stiffen up that left arm all he wants, but a Swinger should have a tension free left arm." "Extension without tension."
I would think that abrupt changes in TENSION levels during a Stroke may result in unintended reactions during the Stroke, due to the 3rd Law.