Wrist Mechanics in Golf
Did you know that 80% of your golf ball’s direction is determined by your clubface angle?
To hit straight shots, you need to control that angle—and your wrists are what make it happen.
Here, you’ll find everything you need to master wrist action in your golf game.
Check out the interactive video element to see how your wrists influence the swing.
For a deeper dive into specific techniques and tips, simply scroll down to explore our wrist action-related articles.
Featured Wrist Mechanics Posts
Our most popular wrist action information. Everything from impact to the top of the backswing to clubface control can be found here.
Wrist Action in Golf Swing: Practical Guide with Drills to Help You Master It
A complete guide detailing everything about how the wrists work in the golf swing.
How to Square the Clubface at Impact (A Comprehensive Guide to Do it Consistently)
Learn how to get a square clubface at impact and improve your consistency.
HackMotion Insights: 1,000,000 Swings Analyzed and Key Discoveries
With more than 1,000,000 golf swings recorded, we have made in-depth discoveries about the golf swing.
Wrist Action Fundamentals
After studying more than 1,000,000 golf swings, we know that golfers with the best wrist action follow a specific pattern throughout their swing.
That pattern can be repeated to create more distance, better ball flight control, and lower scores.
This information will help you improve your wrist action fundamentals.
Flat Left Wrist in Golf Swing: Consistency Starts with Your Lead Wrist
After analyzing more than 1,000,000 golf swings, there is one fact that we absolutely cannot deny: a flat left wrist
The Lead Wrist in the Golf Swing (Your Left Wrist is the Secret to Consistency)
The lead wrist in the golf swing plays one of the most important roles in being a consistent ball striker.
Trail Wrist Role in Golf – The Holy Grail of Great Ball Striking
At HackMotion, we deal a lot with data from the lead wrist. The lead wrist data is often easier for
Mastering Wrist Position at the Top of the Backswing (The Secret to a Square Clubface)
Is your clubface square at the top of your backswing? Are your wrists in the right position? Do you even
Proper Forearm Rotation in the Golf Swing (Gain More Power & Control in Your Swing)
How should the forearms be moving throughout the swing? What is too much? What is too little? What happens due
How to Fix a Cupped Wrist in Golf (Complete Guide with Proven Drills & Practical Tips
Did you know that a high-handicap golfer has an average of 24.3 degrees of extension in their lead wrist at
Bowed Wrist in Golf (Could It Be the Swing Secret You Needed?)
Have you ever noticed that pictures of professionals at the top of their backswing show a lot of variation? Most
Proper Wrist Hinge in the Golf Swing Explained & Drills to Improve
How much should the wrists hinge in golf? Do they hinge with your irons but not your driver? What do
How to Stop Rolling Wrists in Golf Swing and What to Do Instead
Chances are you’ve heard an amateur golfer talk about how they have to roll their wrists when they hit the
Practice Drills for Optimal Wrist Action
Are you unsure what proper wrist action feels like?
Try to recreate the feeling during a drill and then transfer that to the course. Working on drills is a great way to get the wrists in the right position and improve your game.
10 Proven Drills for Maintaining a Flat Lead Wrist in Your Golf Swing
A flat lead wrist promotes forward shaft lean at address, clean contact, more distance, and better consistency in your golf
Practical Drills to Improve Wrist Mechanics and Clubface Control
HackMotion was created so that golfers could see and feel (simultaneously) how their wrists are impacting their golf swing. Stepping
Motorcycle Drill using HackMotion to Improve Your Downswing
After analyzing more than 1,000,000 golf swings with the HackMotion wrist analyzer, we know that the majority of amateur golfers
Mastering Clubface Control
The wrists control the clubface of the golf club. Whether you hit the ball with an open, closed, or square clubface, it’s because your wrists are involved.
These tips, drills, and insights will help you take charge of the clubface.
Achieve Proper Shaft Lean at Impact: Why It Matters and How to Get It Right
You probably have the general idea that having forward shaft lean at impact is important. But why? Shaft lean at
Master Your Clubface Control: Achieve Consistency and Improve Accuracy
Until you have the ability to control your clubface in the golf swing, it becomes very difficult to hit consistent
How to Square the Clubface at Impact (A Comprehensive Guide to Do it Consistently)
Learn how to get a square clubface at impact and improve your consistency.
Recent Articles on Wrist Mechanics
Explore our recent articles on wrist mechanics for tips to improve your golf game.
Find out how wrist action changes for different shots like pitch shots, bunker shots, and chips. Learn to adapt your wrist mechanics for better performance.
Discover solutions to common wrist issues, like too much wrist hinge or increased extension at the top of your swing. Our articles offer practical advice to help you achieve a more consistent and effective golf swing.
Proper Wrist Hinge in the Golf Swing Explained & Drills to Improve
How much should the wrists hinge in golf? Do they hinge with your irons but not your driver? What do
The Role of Wrists in the Follow Through: What Every Golfer Needs to Know
What the wrists do in your golf swing just after impact can affect ball flight, consistency, and accuracy of your
Perfecting Wrist Action for Better Short Game Performance
If you feel like your wrist mechanics in your long game are where they need to be, this is the
How Wrist Angles Affect Spin Rates in Golf
Your wrists control the angle of the clubface at any given time in your golf swing. If your wrists are
Wrist Action in Chipping – Actionable Tips & Drills for Perfecting Your Short Game
If you walked up to every chip shot and truly thought you had a chance of putting the ball in
How Wrist Angles Impact Ball Flight (High, Low, Draw, and Fade)
If you’ve been starting to dive into the world of golf swing mechanics, chances are you’ve learned that the wrists
How Grip Pressure Affects Your Wrist Mechanics and Swing
You’ve heard the advice to ease grip pressure and let the club swing naturally. However, very few people talk about
How Wrist Action Changes in Full Swing and Short Game
Have you ever set up to hit a pitch shot the same way you set up to hit a drive?
The Role of Wrists in Generating Power and Speed in the Golf Swing
We often discuss how the wrists control the clubface. If you hit a straight shot, a fade, or a draw,
10 Proven Drills for Maintaining a Flat Lead Wrist in Your Golf Swing
A flat lead wrist promotes forward shaft lean at address, clean contact, more distance, and better consistency in your golf
Wrist Action in Bunker Shots (The Things You’re Probably Doing Wrong)
The way the wrist performs in the bunker is different from other golf shots. If you are keeping your wrists
The 8 Most Common Wrist Mistakes in Your Golf Swing and How to Avoid Them
Do you ever feel like it’s easier to make mistakes in golf than to do things right? You aren’t alone.
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