Takeaway
Benefits
The SFPro Takeaway exercise helps golfers achieve the proper position to begin a successful back-swing while working the core and stabilizer muscles.
Regular and proper execution of the Takeaway exercise will help golfers take the club back on the desired swing plane which will help set up an efficient back-swing. This exercise will help golfers avoid the mistake of taking the club back too far inside or outside of the proper plane. This mistake requires manipulative corrections in the remainder of the swing sequence to get the club back to the proper pre-impact position which is difficult to repeat and is less effective. Avoiding this all too common mistake by taking the club back on the proper plane will help golfers drastically improve their ability to set up a successful swing!
The Takeaway exercise will also help golfers start hinging the wrists early in the swing which is essential for achieving lag in the latter stages of the swing.
Though the SFPro is fully functional for both right and left handed players, the following information will at times refer to the LEFT or RIGHT side, whether this be the SFPro, specific body parts or even general direction or orientation. The information was prepared with RIGHT HANDED players in mind. LEFT HANDED players are cautioned to interpret this information in reverse fashion (i.e. Right is LEFT and Left is RIGHT).
Executing the SFPro Takeaway exercise
Attach the short rope to the middle of the left handle of the SFPro and attach the resistance cable to the left side of the SFPro shoulder bar. In normal golf stance and in proper SFPro posture, ensure the right foot is at the upper right corner of the platform.
Holding the golf handle for the rope to be behind left hand and pointing the handle towards the ground (at ball position), take the club handle half way into the back-swing with arms extended until they reach hip height while turning your back towards the target. Keep the rope aligned with the front edge of the platform. Slowly return to address position and repeat.
GruuvGolf Exercise Tips – Takeaway
- Assume proper SFPro posture – same posture as in the Turn and Turn exercise
- Keep both feet flat during the exercise
- Slightly begin moving left knee towards the right
- Wrist hinge varies based on preference of golfer or instructor – can begin to hinge at beginning, middle or end takeaway
- Place a ball in front of the platform (as it would be at address) to help better visualize the address
- Try practicing different takeaway motions for different clubs. For example, if using the driver, the takeaway would begin just inside the left foot position and end with arms fully extended.
- Repetition is key to instinctively recognize the position of the arms, wrists, hips and back at the end of the Takeaway.
SFPro Takeaway Exercise Photos and Video
