More Distance in your swing with Katie Dahl

In this tip, Katie Dahl shows how increasing athleticism and fluid motion—not brute force—can unlock more distance and consistency in your game. Perfect for intermediate golfers looking to boost both power and rhythm.

Generating more distance doesn’t have to mean more effort. In this lesson, Katie Dahl breaks down how improving athletic movement and reducing tension in your swing can help intermediate golfers unlock more power, consistency, and speed through the ball.

Key Takeaways

• Focus on athletic movement, not stiffness, to create speed naturally.
• Reduce tension in your setup and swing to allow better flow and rhythm.
• Use your lower body and core to generate power, rather than relying on the arms alone.
• Build momentum gradually so energy is released smoothly through impact.
• Think of your swing as a dynamic sports movement, similar to throwing or hitting in other sports.

Next time you’re on the range, concentrate on staying relaxed and moving athletically from the ground up rather than forcing speed. Small changes in how your body moves can make a big difference in distance. For more practical, confidence-boosting tips, watch more instruction from Katie Dahl and subscribe to Women & Golf.

Katie Dahl

LPGA Top 50 Teacher

Katie Dahl is a Class A LPGA Teaching Professional and the Director of Instruction at West Bay Club in Estero, Florida.

A former Academic All-American, Katie holds a Master’s Degree in Mass Media Communications from the University of Central Florida. She went on to compete on the Symetra Tour, the Canadian Women’s Tour, and the LPGA Tour, gaining invaluable experience at the highest levels of the game.
Her teaching is rooted in understanding each golfer’s unique swing, learning style, and goals — helping players of all levels build confidence, improve efficiently, and enjoy the game even more.

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