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The off-season is always a bit depressing for golfers, but it can also be productive. So long as you know what to work on, the off-season can be a time when you improve for the season ahead.
One of the best ways to utilize your time — in my opinion — is by ramping up your swing speed. If you can gain some speed before the season ahead, you’ll come out of the winter a whole new golfer.
So, what are the best ways to add speed this off-season? We asked a panel of Top 100 Teachers, and their answers are listed below.
1. Use a training aid
The best way to build speed is by using training aids like The Stack. After your baseline test, you’ll have a customized program built for you in the app to determine how much weight to swing, how many times, and when to rest. It’s the gold standard in improving speed. —Dr. Alison Curdt
2. Train like a sprinter
The best way to add swing speed in the offseason is to train like a sprinter. Sprinters run downhill to feel what it’s like to run faster. You can do the same in golf. After you’re warmed up (but before you’re tired), set aside 10–15 balls in the middle of your session and focus on swinging as fast as possible, creating the loudest swoosh you can well past the ball. Most players already have speed in their swing, it’s just in the wrong place, either before or at the ball. Training speed after the ball ensures the club was moving fast through impact. Where the ball goes is irrelevant; the goal is to feel what it’s like to swing faster so, over time, you actually do.
3. Get in shape
Get in the gym with a fitness plan. Combine that with speed training through a system like HiiTS and you’ll be well on your way to building some speed during the winter. —Jason Carbone
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Stack Radar is a great multi-purpose launch monitor that packs into your golf bag easily, making it perfect for speed training with TheStack, Stack Wedge practice on the range or indoors, and measuring your speeds on the course.
TheStack App – Speed Training, Wedging, and Putting
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Includes 1-Year Membership to TheStack App
Now on iOS, Android (Beta), and Chrome Web (Beta)
Adaptive speed training formulated by Dr. Sasho MacKenzie
Guided workout timer for reps, sets, and rest intervals
Custom speed metrics to track your gains
Bluetooth Connectivity to integration devices. Hands-free data entry using voice entry technology for non-integrated devices
Membership includes Bundled access to Stack Putting (iOS), Stack Wedging (iOS), and the Learning Library (All Platforms)
Train and track up to twenty local (i.e. family) users under one login. App works with Family Sharing so the entire family can train easily on separate devices
Connect to any other Stacker using Share Codes
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TheStack Hardware
5 milled Stack weights enable 30 weight combinations between 0g and 300g
Dual-purpose weight case / phone stand
Precisely engineered training club – Adult (41.5″). For Junior sizing, see Fitting Juniors
Stack training requires a speed device that can measure swings without ball contact. This bundle includes our own Stack Radar. View all compatible devices here.
Stack Radar
Measures Swing Speed and Ball Speed. Calculates an estimated Carry Distance and Smash Factor. Can capture swing speed without ball contact
Powers Stack Wedging (iOS), our newest gamified practice feature. Enjoy Seriously Fun wedge practice indoors or outdoors and get accurate feedback regardless of range ball quality or practice environment conditions.
Pairs with TheStack App via Bluetooth to enable advanced features. Adjust for temperature and altitude while fine-tuning ball speed and launch angle for the most accurate feedback
Set speed trigger threshold at 25, 35, 45, or 55 mph to avoid false triggers from fast backswings
Includes a stylized carry case to protect the screen while stored (available exclusively for purchases from our website)
Platform Availability
iOS: Access TheStack App from the App Store when your order arrives. Requires iOS 15.0 or newer. Access Speed, Wedging, Putting, and the Learning Library. Android & Web (Beta): Install TheStack App from the Google Play Store or access it on Chrome Web when your order arrives. Access Speed + Learning Library today; Wedging + Putting coming in a future update.
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