Why amateur golfers can't create COMPRESSION (what they don't tell you golf tips)

The Compression Killer That’s Costing You Yards

Every golfer wants to compress the ball like the pros. Hands ahead, low launch, crisp strike. But there’s one thing almost no one talks about that could be ruining your compression

Grip and wrist pressure

💣 The Problem

If your grip and wrist pressure is too tight, a ten out of ten, the club and your arms move as one stiff unitThe result: You lose natural lag, release early, and kill compression

If the grip pressure is too loose, a one out of ten, you have no control

✅ The Fix

Optimal pressure is five out of ten in the fingers and wrists

This allows the clubhead to naturally lag behind the hands which is essential for• Shaft lean at impact• Lower launch• Ball-first contact• Increased distance

🔄 Three Stage Compression Drill

Stage One: Feel the LagKeep a light grip at five out of tenMake mini swings letting the clubhead trail behindFocus on allowing lag, not forcing it

Stage Two: Three Quarter SwingsMaintain the same grip and wrist pressureSwing to shoulder height and throughStart striking balls with soft contact to groove the feeling

Stage Three: Full Swings with FeedbackPlace an alignment stick just inside your trail footIf you release early and throw the club, you will hit the stickKeep the grip relaxed, allow the club to lag, and make full swings

📊 Real Results

Using a four iron and focusing only on grip pressure• Two hundred and eight yards carry• Downward angle of attack• Clean contact with a natural draw

That’s how powerful proper grip and wrist pressure can be

🧠 Key Takeaway

Compression is a result, not a moveStop forcing it and start allowing it by using the right grip pressure and soft wrists

Let the lag happen naturally and the compression will follow