Having good posture during your golf swing is one of the many elements that can affect correct execution. If you have been playing golf for some time, then this it not new to you. First off, let's look at the stance. Keeping your shoulders in line with your upper torso and not hunched over is a start. Also, your feet need to be spaced accordingly to the length of the club you are using. Closer together for shorter clubs, and more spaced apart for your longer clubs. A slight bend in the knees is ideal, with your arms slightly bent and in line with the golf club. This causes your front arm to be straight in line with your shoulders when you begin your back swing. It is important that you're not hunched over at the shoulders, as this can affect this part of the swing.

You would be hard pressed to find a knowledgeable golfer who would not agree that having great posture is a must for attaining the correct golf swing. There are some things that you can do even away from the golf course to help improve your posture. Try to keep your shoulders squared in everything your do, from walking, sitting, and so forth. You'll be amazed what this can do for your golf swing. Practicing your golf stance with a club in front of a mirror is another thing you can do. Watch the pro's address the ball, because you won't see them all hunched over before they swing. Get in the habit of good posture off the course, and it will start to become natural when you are on the course.

One good exercise to help with your golf posture is to have your arms behind your back, lock your knees, and stand straight up with your feet spaced out even with your shoulders. Look straight in front of you, lean forward until you feel a little bit of tension in your lower back and hamstrings. Then, keeping your balance, bend your knees slightly. Next, allow your arms to dangle in front of you like a rope. Your posture should be in the proper position to swing the club. Some light stretching before this exercise will make it less difficult.

The majority of folks that just play golf for leisure never think about their posture and how it relates to their golf swing. Strive to have better posture every time you line up to hit the ball, and you'll start noticing how much better your swing gets. After a while, it will become second nature to position your feet, shoulders and arms correctly before you attempt your swing. Just remember, having good posture is just as important off the golf course as it is on the golf course. It is not a miracle cure for some swing flaws that you may have developed, but it is a good starting point in the pursuit of a proper golf swing. Once your posture is on track, then you can work on other parts of your swing.