Hunter Mahan Swing Analysis: Increase Your Consistency

Published: September 2, 2024

In the Hunter Mahan golf swing analysis video below, you'll see how Mahan uses his lower body mechanics to achieve consistent ball striking and reliable contact.

You'll find out:

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  • How your hip rotation can prevent you from getting long at the top of your backswing,
  • How to stay grounded through impact for a consistent weight shift and solid contact, and
  • How releasing with excessive torso rotation may actually be costing you distance and accuracy.

Check out the video now because there's an eye-opening comparison with Bubba Watson's long and powerful swing that reveals key differences in trail side pressure and lead side stability.

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Your Next Steps to Consistency Like Mahan

How to Increase Your Golf Swing Consistency Like Hunter Mahan

Apply the key consistency principles from a tour swing to eliminate your worst shots and tighten your dispersion pattern.

  1. 1

    Identify Your Dispersion Pattern

    Hit 20 balls at a target 150 yards away. Mark where each ball lands. Most golfers have a banana-shaped dispersion that goes 40 to 60 feet wide. Tour players keep their dispersion within 20 feet. Knowing your pattern tells you exactly where to focus.

  2. 2

    Prioritize Neutral Setup Fundamentals

    Tour player consistency starts with a neutral grip, square alignment, and proper posture established before every swing. Create a pre-shot routine that checks the same 3 setup points before every shot: grip pressure, alignment, and ball position.

  3. 3

    Simplify Your Swing to Its Most Repeatable Form

    Three-quarter swings are more consistent than full swings for most golfers. If your miss pattern is wide, reduce your swing length and focus on consistent contact. You can always add length back once the pattern tightens - start with control, then add speed.

  4. 4

    Eliminate Your Worst Miss Through Intentional Practice

    Identify your single worst miss - your blow-up shot. Practice specifically rehearsing the opposite pattern for 20 minutes per session. If your worst miss is a block right, practice hitting intentional draws until the shape of your miss becomes more center-biased.

  5. 5

    Track Your Dispersion Improvement with GOATY

    Open GOATY live lesson at rotaryswing.com/goaty/landing/goat_drill_video and take 20 swings. GOATY scores your mechanics on every rep and voices specific coaching about what is causing your dispersion. Your ENGINE score tightens as your sequencing becomes more consistent.

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