Drop Anchor

Why starting your downswing with your left foot first is one of the most important moves in the golf swing...

By Jeff Ritter

Possibly the most critical juncture in any good golf swing is the transition from backswing to downswing. The downswing must begin by putting pressure from your front foot solidly into the turf. This helps to create a positive athletic chain of motion moving efficiently from the ground up.

I always remember how Jack Nicklaus would solidly slam his left foot back to the turf to start his way down as a means of creating maximum power. To get the idea of creating this downward pressure try imagining your left foot as a ship that is "dropping anchor" to the bottom of the ocean. This move is sure to help create a powerful hit and get you those valuable extra yards.