Function
The golf swing video and motion software works simply. The professional will videotape your swing with both an iron and a wood. He can then plug the camera into a playback device and sit down with you and look at your swing on a step-by-step basis. The software will allow him to draw on the screen and underline what you are doing correctly and what needs improvement.
Significance
Without video motion analysis, you have to depend on just the pro's words and advice. For example, he may tell you that at the top of your swing, your clubhead is not in the right position to begin your approach into the ball. You may understand this point or you may not. With the video motion analysis, you will see why your clubhead is not in the right position, and you will have a better opportunity to correct the flaw since you can see it for yourself.
Time Frame
This is perhaps the best aspect of golf swing analysis software. You can learn exactly where you stand with your golf swing in moments. The golf pro can play back the swing immediately and show you what you did right and wrong. He may capture the incorrect hand placement that is resulting in your slice. He can show you and correct it on the spot.
Misconceptions
Seeing your mistake is one thing, correcting it is something else. It still takes time and work on the practice range and on the course to become a good golfer. A teacher can take your swing, point out your flaws, offer corrective advice and give you a plan. You still have to do the work. It's not enough to know what you are doing wrong. You must put the time and effort in to correct it.
Potential
There's nothing like self-knowledge. This is true in every area of life, including golf. You may think you know what your swing is all about but you don't know for sure until you take a look at it. Having golf swing analysis software at your disposal eliminates the guess work. You can take charge of your game and improve it by leaps and bounds with the help of the software and your own solid effort.
About The Author
Steve Silverman is an award-winning writer who has been covering sports for 28 years. He is the author of "The Minnesota Vikings: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly" (Triumph Books, Chicago) and two other books on the Philadelphia Eagles and San Francisco 49ers.
