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The Setup - Step by Step to the Proper Golf Setup Position

From Michael Lamanna

Balance

Setup - Balance
Photo by Kelly Lamanna; used with permission
Your weight should be balanced on the balls of the feet, not on the heels or toes. With short irons, your weight should be 60-percent on the target side foot (left foot for right-handers). For middle iron shots the weight should be 50/50 or equal on each foot. For your longest clubs, place 60% of your weight on the backside foot (right foot for right-handers). This will help you swing the club on the correct angle on the back swing.
  1. Alignment
  2. Foot Position
  3. Ball Position
  4. Balance
  5. Posture - Side View
  6. Posture - Face View
  7. Arms and Hands
  8. The Final Setup Positions

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