Great tempo is one of the leading elements in playing good golf. The best players in the world all have a wonderful tempo in their swings – even if they might have some unique mechanics along the way. Tempo can help you hit quality shots on a consistent basis, and it can also help you deal with pressure. Just like any other aspect of your game, tempo needs to be worked on during your practice sessions if you hope to improve it out on the course. Take some time to address your tempo during your next few visits to the driving range and the improvements should quickly show on the scorecard.

Many golfers make the mistake of confusing a fast tempo with a fast swing speed, but those two things are rarely connected. Some of the most powerful players in the world use a slow tempo, and yet they are still able to create tremendous club head speed at the bottom of the swing. The only point during the swing when the club needs to be moving fast is at impact – the rest of the swing can build slowly up to that moment. The average amateur golfer would benefit from slowing down their tempo overall, as most players are too quick with their movements in the takeaway and backswing. When trying to hit a long drive, it feels like you should take the club away quickly and race through the backswing – but that isn't the case at all. You don't need to be in a hurry to get through your swing. Use a good tempo that is comfortable to you, and you should experience improvements in distance and control