Golf Drills
August 3, 2026
GOLFTEC Hong Kong coach Matt Chalmers shares the three principles that separate purposeful practice from hitting balls on a mat — and why measuring every session is the fastest route to lower scores.

GOLFTEC Hong Kong coach Matt Chalmers shares the three principles that separate purposeful practice from hitting balls on a mat — and why measuring every session is the fastest route to lower scores.

Lead elbow flex refers to the bend in your lead (front) elbow during the golf swing. More flex usually means more inconsistency—causing fat or thin shots. Better players maintain a straighter lead arm by pushing their arms outward throughout the swing, rather than pulling them in toward the body.