Do you break your wrists when chipping?

So an answer to the question, ‘Should you hinge your wrist when you’re chipping? ‘ The answer should be no. Try and keep your wrists not locked out but fairly firm push it through fairly to more of a putting motion rather than a flicking motion.

Why am I hitting my chips fat?

If you tend to hit chips fat more than thin then it could be that your chipping stroke is too steep and you’re digging into the ground too much. Taking a divot is ideal for a full iron shot but when chipping from short grass, you want to simply brush the grass past impact.

What club do you use for chipping?

For a basic chip the general recommendation is a wedge. This could be a 48, 52, 56 or 60 degree wedge. Golfers have plenty of options and it often comes down to the type of chip shot and the comfort level of the golfer.

Why am I chunking my pitch shots?

If you stance is significantly wider, it can often cause your hips to move too much side to side and your hip seeks being over each foot. As your hips move too much side to side, this can often cause the club to hit the ground before the ball if you do not recenter yourself exactly the same amount.

Why do I struggle with chipping?

There are many reasons golfers struggle when chipping, but it’s often the result of a breakdown of the wrist positions through impact. But when the wrists break down like this, the club gouges the ground before hitting the ball—a chunk—or the leading edge contacts the top half of the ball—a blade.

Can you cure the chipping yips?

Even though we’re saying the chipping yips aren’t terminal, it does take some work to be completely cured if they’re well-engrained into your game. If you stick with these tips, however, it won’t take long before your problem is a thing of the past.

What do you need to know about Dave Pelz Golf?

For Alumni – A great way to refresh your skills! Programs for any size group at your location, one of ours, or Dave Pelz’s backyard. Focus on what your Scoring Game needs most. Distance wedges, pitching, chipping, sand play and putting represent 65% of the shots in golf and 80% of your handicap.

How to lower your score from anywhere with Dave Pelz?

Lower your scores from anywhere with Videos by Dave Pelz! 10 Handicappers convert only 11% of their greenside sand saves. It’s more important where you putt from, than how well you putt. The more greens you miss, the more you need a great short game. Learn three swings with each wedge. The better your wedge game, the shorter your putts.

How to chunk proof your golf pitch shots?

Dave Pelz: Chunk-Proof Your Pitch Shots 1. CHOOSE LOFT Keep your sand wedge in your bag and go with your lob wedge. The extra four to six degrees help create… 2. SHORTEN THE CLUB Grip your lob wedge at the bottom of the handle. Gripping down “shortens” the club and removes power… 3. SHORTEN YOUR

Why is it important to play a chip shot back?

After chatting to Golfmagic about his short game theories, Dave Pelz ran through the benefits of playing a chip shot back in your stance. It’s important to create a little body motion on chip shots.