By Ken Martin, Director of Golf Instruction
In our last E-tip we reviewed a simple formula to create Perfect Impact
Perfect Impact = Pressure + Direction
This week we'll review how Natural Golf keeps it simple with our Fundamentals so you can get on with the task of applying pressure to the ball in the direction you want it to fly.
Fundamental #1: The Natural Hold positions your hands on the club so the clubface will more naturally square to the direction of your swing path during impact.
<-In your trail hand the Natural Hold is similar to the way you hold a hammer.
We use this hold because it more consistently squares the clubface at impact to the direction we swing the club.->
Fundamental #2: The Single Plane Setup aligns your arms with the clubshaft at address so you can swing both back and through on virtually the same path; on a single plane, which is the most direct way to apply pressure to a golf ball in the correct direction. 
<-Viewed downline, the bottom of the clubshaft will align with the bottom of your trail forearm
Viewed face-on, the clubshaft will align with your lead arm ->
Fundamental #3: Drive the Ball to Your Target using the stress free power source of leverage to turn the pressure on! 
<- Leverage is created by using the arms and wrists as demonstrated in the seated Horizontal Drill. 
<- Practice while seated to reinforce how your trail arm folds in the backswing as you create the Leverage Angle with your wrists.
<- Then simply extend your trail arm back out in front of your chest to release the Leverage Angle.
Keep it simple with the following thought once you have setup to the ball with your Natural Hold in your Single Plane Setup..."fold and extend your trail arm to press the clubface through the ball".
Give this simple setup and thought a try and let us know how it works for you!
Thanks and Happy Golfing!
Ken
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Ken Martin was certified in February 1995 and is a PGA member. Ken teaches in West Palm Beach, Florida.
Ken's personal motto on the golf course is: "Experience and Enjoy".
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