Welcome to Play Smart, a regular GOLF.com game-improvement column that will help you become a smarter, better golfer. The first move in any golf swing — the takeaway — is absolutely crucial. What you ...

The vast majority of golfers have their lead arm bend or collapse during the backswing. This is something that many golfers know they do but have a tough time actually correcting. The reason for this ...

The terms "extension" and "width" are popular buzzwords for describing the backswing, and they are important components to solid contact and distance. Unfortunately, they are sometimes misinterpreted, ...

The setup is critical to allowing the club and body to move properly in the backswing. On tour, nearly every player starts with a soft trail arm. The right elbow for right-handers is slightly bent at ...

High lead arm or low lead arm? That’s the million-dollar question! In the video below, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Mark Durland helps you decipher which is best for you — so check out what he has to say and ...

In this edition of Play Smart, LPGA professional Gia Liwski explains a simple feel for a perfect takeaway on every swing. The post Perfect your takeaway by grooving this simple feel during the ...