The full swing is the cornerstone to every golf game. There is a lot of information out there about mechanics of the swing. People talk about where you should be at the top of the swing, how your finish should look, proper tempo, and much more. There are only two things which are important to a good full swing. First, the club must be square at impact, and second, the swing must be repetative. If you can do these two things, you have the basic building blocks for a solid, consistent swing. The following are tips to help you improve your swing:
Most players struggle to hit their long irons (2-5 irons) because they try to hit them too hard. They are unrealistic about the distances they are able to hit them. This problem is easily fixed. On the driving range, find out the distances that your long irons ACTUALLY go. Make sure that you swing smoothly when determining this. Take a shorter-than-normal backswing, make a easy smooth swing, and focus on making solid contact with the ball. If you simply make solid contact with the ball, the ball will go farther than if you swing extremely hard and miss hit the ball. Transfer this swing onto the course, and watch your long irons fly straight and far!
When the ball is below your feet, the tendency is for it to fly to the right of your intended target (for right handed golfers). There are several things you can do to prevent this from happening. The most obvious thing you can do is hit the ball to a target which is left of your intended target. Next, bend your knees more than normal, to make it more comfortable for you over the ball, and to help you make solid contact. Standing a little bit closer to the ball will also help. Finally, after you hit, do not be afraid to fall with the slope. Your main concern is to make good contact with the ball. If it causes you to lose your balance, let it happen.
On the other hand, if the ball is above your feet, do the opposite. Aim right of your intended target to compensate for the natural tendency of the ball squirting out to the left. Grip down on the club, and stand as far away from the ball as you wish. Make sure you feel comfortable over the ball. Make sure you make a full swing, If you make a confident move through the ball, and you believe the ball will travel to your target, the chances are good that it will happen.