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Tip of the Week: Don't get stuck on the downswing

by SwingFix | Dec 13, 2012 2:00 PM ET

Martin Hall has a great drill that he learned from newly announced Ryder Cup captain Tom Watson to keep you from getting "stuck" on your downswing. Read More

Using video is a must when it comes to improvement

by Craig Renshaw, SwingFix instructor | Dec 12, 2012 7:00 PM ET

If you're not using video in your efforts to improve your game, SwingFix instructor Craig Renshaw believes that you're making a major mistake. Read More

SwingFix analysis: Stability is the key to more power

by Mike Davis, SwingFix Instructor | Dec 12, 2012 7:00 AM ET

By using the great Gary Player as an example, SwingFix instructor Mike Davis shows Randy how to create more stability in his swing. Read More

Video: Get your upper and lower body synched up

by Golf Channel Digital | Dec 11, 2012 11:00 AM ET

Getting your upper body and lower body working together in the golf swing is no small task, but Frank Nobilo has a great drill to help you out. Read More

Indoor drills for improving your putting performance

by Christian Czaja, SwingFix instructor | Dec 10, 2012 4:00 PM ET

One aspect of your game that you can always work on is your putting, and here are some indoor drills to utilize even if you're dealing with cold weather. Read More

SwingFix analysis: Maintain posture and spine angle

by Karen Palacios-Jansen, SwingFix instructor | Dec 10, 2012 7:00 AM ET

Early extension is a killer in the golf swing for many, and it's an issue explored by SwingFix instructor Karen Palacios-Jansen in this swing analysis. Read More

Video: Rotate your shoulders to create more width

by SwingFix | Dec 9, 2012 7:30 AM ET

SwingFix instructor Justin Bruton shows you the proper way to rotate your shoulders to create more width in your golf swing. Read More

Think of your golf offseason as your preseason

by SwingFix | Dec 7, 2012 7:00 AM ET

Your buddies have put their clubs away and they're lounging on the couch, but you should be preparing for next season regardless of the weather. Read More

Tip of the Week: A better turn and improved balance

by SwingFix | Dec 6, 2012 2:00 PM ET

You will rarely ever see a good player who doesn't have excellent balance, and in this video Mark Bereza has a great drill to help you swing in better balance. Read More

SwingFix analysis: Establish an athletic setup position

by George Connor, SwingFix instructor | Dec 5, 2012 4:00 PM ET

SwingFix instructor George Connor wants to help Tyler with his ball-striking and the key will be a more athletic setup, which every golfer can benefit from. Read More

Video: Strengthen your grip to get rid of your slice

by SwingFix | Dec 5, 2012 10:00 AM ET

Many amateurs fight a slice because of a grip that's too weak. Here's a great drill from School of Golf host Martin Hall to help you strengthen your grip. Read More

Five ways to improve your golf game this winter

by Ed Oldham, SwingFix Instructor | Dec 4, 2012 4:30 PM ET

Even if it's getting cold where you live, SwingFix pro Ed Oldham does not wanting you putting those clubs away just yet. There's still work to be done. Read More

SwingFix analysis: Stop swaying in your backswing

by Justin Bruton, SwingFix instructor | Dec 3, 2012 10:30 AM ET

A sway feels like a powerful move in the golf swing, but as SwingFix pro Justin Bruton explains in this swing analysis it's a move you want to eliminate. Read More

Video: Use a tee to help get your swing on plane

by SwingFix | Dec 2, 2012 7:00 AM ET

SwingFix instructor Jim Williams gives you a tip for creating the proper swing plane. By using just a tee you can become a more consistent golfer. Read More

Non-anchoring advice for those with longer putters

by Tyrus York, SwingFix instructor | Nov 30, 2012 11:00 AM ET

If you own a belly or long putter, you have a decision to make, and SwingFix pro Tyrus York has some advice for you as you make that decision. Read More

Tip of the Week: Keep your head still when putting

by Golf Channel Digital | Nov 29, 2012 2:00 PM ET

Anchoring might be going away but putting fundamentals never will, and Annika Sorenstam has a great drill to help you keep your head still on the greens. Read More

Amateur options in face of anchor ban

by SwingFix | Nov 28, 2012 12:00 PM ET

As expected, golf's governing bodies proposed a ban on anchored putting Wednesday. If you've been using a long or belly putter, what are your options now? Read More

Video: Get your weight forward on the downswing

by SwingFix | Nov 27, 2012 1:00 PM ET

School of Golf host Martin Hall has a great drill to help you understand what it feels like to get your weight shifting forward during your downswing. Read More

SwingFix analysis: Shallowing out your downswing

by Christian Czaja, SwingFix instructor | Nov 26, 2012 4:00 PM ET

Having a downswing that's too steep can lead to all sorts of ball-striking issues, as SwingFix instructor Christian Czaja explains in this swing analysis. Read More