Editing How to Avoid Hooking the Ball in Golf (section)

== How to Fix a Hook ==

=== 1. Check Your Grip ===

A grip that is too strong (rotated too far to the right for right-handed golfers) can lead to hooks.

- Adjust to a more neutral grip position
- Ensure the V's formed by your thumbs and index fingers point towards your trail shoulder
- For right-handed golfers, you should see 2-3 knuckles on your left hand at address

=== 2. Align the Clubface Properly ===

- At address, ensure the clubface is square to the target line
- During the takeaway, keep the clubface slightly open relative to the swing path
- At the top of the backswing, the lead wrist should be flat or slightly cupped, not bowed

=== 3. Correct Your Swing Path ===

An excessively inside-out swing path can contribute to hooks.

- Practice swinging more down the target line or slightly outside-in
- Use alignment sticks to visualize and practice a straighter swing path
- Focus on rotating your body through impact rather than sliding laterally

=== 4. Improve Body Rotation ===

Poor body rotation can cause the hands to flip through impact, closing the clubface.

- Focus on turning your chest towards the target through impact
- Maintain your spine angle and avoid early extension
- Practice finishing with your belt buckle facing the target

=== 5. Control Hand Action ===

Excessive hand action can close the clubface too quickly.

- Feel like you're "holding off" the release slightly through impact
- Practice with a weaker grip to reduce hand action
- Use drills that promote body rotation rather than hand manipulation

=== 6. Equipment Considerations ===

- Check if your clubs have the correct lie angle for your swing
- Consider using a more neutral or fade-biased driver setting
- Ensure your shaft flex matches your swing speed