Topped shots are all too common among aging golfers, especially those with lower back or hip problems. These muscles tighten up as the body moves the club toward impact, causing a natural tendency to rise up to relieve discomfort.

To eliminate topped and thin shots:

Simultaneously, the right shoulder works underneath the chin.

Go ahead and stand up tall as you approach the finish position. By maintaining your posture from the top of the swing and into the ball, you’ve most likely hit a shot worth admiring.