[CDATA[ By clicking "ok" or continuing the use of our website, you confirm acceptance of our website privacy policy. In 2014, Golf Digest caught up with Fred Couples and asked a simple question: Whats the key to an effortless golf swing? One thought that has helped Fred with the driver is, \"Smash It\", but he doesn't mean swing hard; he simply tries to compress the ball with a dead-solid hit. That helps keep the rhythm of your swing consistent throughout your bag, even though the actual speed of your swing will change due to the length of the club. If Im standing here working on my swing, a lot of times I just follow through, he says. Bad shots are bound to happen and its not worth having them ruin your round. Learn The Key and receive 5 bonuses including my new 2018 Ball Rec Reports. \"He even played some rounds like that.\" Couples' improved takeaway also has reduced the amount his driver shaft goes across the line, pointing right of the target, at the top. Being a hall of famer means Fred has done remarkable things in the game of golf and his swing is one that is talked about quite often. Your email address will not be published. Here's the secret to make more putts, Lee Trevino has a clever setup trick for making all short putts. CLEAR AND RELEASEComing down, my lower body rotates toward the target, but my upper body is basically facing the ball at impact. Now with a more on-plane swing, Couples clears his left hip -- a move he still executes as quickly as anyone in golf -- and he's free to fully release his body and swing the club down the line. And when the. You want to make a good turn to the top, not just for power but to keep your downswing in sync. COVINGTON, Ga. - Bridgestone Golf, the #1 Ball-Fitter in Golf, announced today the signing of former college star Chris Gotterup to its Tour staff. I dont want you go out out there and laugh and be jolly if youre not that kind of person, but it kind of affects your game pretty fast, and it has mine too, Couples continued. There is no jamming or stressing of the left hip socket, or excessive twisting of the knee. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best possible experience on our website. Getty Images Fred Couples has played a lot of golf (duh), which means he's played in countless pro-ams with amateur. //