Looking to unlock more power in your golf swing without swinging harder? In this video breakdown, Eric Cogorno teams up with Grant Horvat—known for his smooth tempo and effortless swing—to share key insights on how slowing down can actually help you hit the ball farther with far more consistently.
The Power of Tempo: A First Look at Grant’s Swing
In the quest for more distance, many golfers fall into the trap of swinging harder, only to massively sacrifice control and consistency. But what if the secret to generating more power lies not in speed, but in slowing down?
In this blog post, we dive into a full tutorial with Performance Golf coaches who share how rhythm, timing, and proper weight transfer can unlock effortless power in your swing.
Some of the best golfers in the sport implement the power of tempo to generate effortless power. If you’d like to take some of their skill and implement it into your golf game, these insights can help you swing smoother, hit farther, and play more consistent golf.
Key Tip #1: Master the Transition
Grant emphasizes the importance of the transition in the golf swing. For him, it’s all about feeling the weight shift naturally from the right side to the left, much like a dance move. Gravity plays a pivotal role in the golf swing, letting the club drop into position before the body takes over. This transition is where effortless power is born, allowing the swing to unfold fluidly and efficiently.
Key Tip #2: Grip Pressure Matters
Next, we look at the golf grip pressure. Keep pressure light (around a 4 out of 10) and stay loose in the hands and forearms to help keep the entire swing relaxed. Grant suggests shaking your body and stretching out a bit before the shot to release tension and prepare the body for a smooth takeaway.
Key Tip #3: Hold Your Finish
A powerful swing often ends in the right balance. There’s a lot of value in holding the finish for 2–3 seconds after a shot. If you can maintain your posture and balance at the end of the swing, it’s a good indicator that the motion leading up to it was technically sound and balanced correctly. If you’re feeling like you’ll fall over or pull to one side, that can be a sign your tempo needs some improvement.
Bonus Advice: Don’t Let Tension Build
A common beginner golf mistake? Starting with a light grip and unknowingly tightening during the swing. Grant advises staying aware of this pressure creep—keeping things relaxed throughout the motion ensures your swing stays fluid and your power remains effortless.
Swing Smooth, Not Hard for More Effortless Power
Great golf swings don’t need to look aggressive or super fast to be powerful. By managing transition timing, grip pressure, and golf swing finish position, you have a simple blueprint for creating effortless power through rhythm and relaxation.
If you want to improve your swing without overhauling everything, these insights are a great place to start.
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Be sure to check out Grant Horvat’s YouTube channel for more swing tips and high-level golf course matches, and be sure you’re subscribed to Performance Golf for weekly tutorials, drills and sessions with pro golf coaches.
