How to Improve Your Rotational Power for a Stronger Golf Swing

When it comes to a powerful, consistent golf swing, rotational power is the secret weapon. It’s what allows you to generate speed from the ground up, control your clubface through impact, and protect your spine and shoulders from injury.

Whether you’re a seasoned player or just starting to fine-tune your game, improving your rotational power can be a game-changer.

What Is Rotational Power in Golf?

Rotational power is your body’s ability to generate force through your hips, trunk, and shoulders while maintaining stability and control. It starts with ground reaction forces from your feet, travels through your core, and is delivered to the club through a sequence of well-timed movements.

Think of it as the coil-and-release motion you see in professional swings—it’s powerful, efficient, and often the difference between a smooth 250-yard drive and a sprayed shot off the tee.

5 Ways to Improve Rotational Power

1. Improve Thoracic Spine Mobility

If your mid-back doesn’t rotate well, you’ll overuse your low back or shoulders. Incorporate these exercises:

• Open Books

• Quadruped T-spine Rotations

• Foam Roller Extensions

2. Train Anti-Rotation First

Before adding power, you need to control rotation. Use:

• Pallof Presses

• Dead Bugs

• Bird Dogs with resistance

These build core stability and help transfer force without compensation.

3. Strengthen the Glutes & Hips

Rotational power starts from the ground up. Prioritize:

• Lateral lunges

• Split squats

• Kettlebell deadlifts

• Band-resisted hip rotations

Strong hips = better weight transfer + more force through the swing.

4. Use Medicine Ball Rotational Drills

Once mobility and control are dialed in, it’s time to train speed:

• Rotational wall slams

• Scoop tosses

• Shot put throws

These simulate the explosive nature of the golf swing and reinforce timing.

5. Train the Timing of the Kinematic Sequence

The most powerful swings aren’t just strong—they’re sequenced:

• Lower body fires first

• Then the torso

• Then the lead arm

• Then the club

Training drills like step-through swings or band-resisted tempo drills can improve this flow.

How We Help Golfers at Chardon Performance Therapy

At Chardon Performance Therapy, we use TPI-based assessments to identify what’s limiting your swing—whether it’s mobility, strength, or sequencing. Then we build a plan that’s as smart as it is effective.

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