Video Title: When Should You Get Fitted For Golf Clubs?
Channel: trottiegolf
Speakers: Not specified in the transcript.
Duration: 11:30
Overview
This video discusses the optimal times for golfers, from beginners to intermediate players, to consider getting fitted for golf clubs. It emphasizes how proper club fitting can significantly impact game improvement and prevent negative swing habits.
Key takeaways
Body Type Matters: Tall, short, or any body type can benefit from a fitting to ensure clubs are the right length, loft, and lie.
Beginner Considerations: Beginners might benefit from lighter shafts initially, with the option to move to heavier ones as their swing develops.
Developing Technique: Once a golfer starts consistently hitting the ball first and creating divots, it's a good time to consider a fitting to optimize compression and power.
Avoiding Manipulation: If you find yourself manipulating your swing to compensate for ill-fitting clubs, it's a clear sign you need a fitting.
Grip Comfort: Pain or discomfort with grips, or difficulty holding the club correctly due to hand size, can be addressed in a fitting even before club selection.
Golf Ball Impact: Recognizing the difference between various golf balls indicates a level of engagement where fitting can help optimize performance.
Regular Fitting: A fitting every one to two years is recommended to keep your equipment aligned with your evolving game.
Static Fitting: For those struggling to get the ball in the air, a static fitting based on body measurements can be a starting point, even without hitting balls.
Outliers and Specific Groups: Juniors, ladies, and individuals with outlier body types are particularly encouraged to get fitted to avoid developing bad habits with unsuitable clubs.
Continuous Journey: Club fitting is an ongoing process, not a one-time event, and should adapt to generational changes in swing mechanics and personal development.
