It's All About the Setup

People have been taught too bend forward to much from the hips and keep their lead arm very straight. This tendency leads to way too much tension in the arms and a very disconnected swing. If you went to the gym to curl weights, your elbows would be in front of you on your rib cage. This ties your arms into your body so that the entire body (legs, glutes and spine) all support the weight. This is exactly how you want to setup in your golf swing. This will reduce the tension in your arms and maintain a connected swing in which the entire body moves to swing the club.

A great way to practice is with a small towel or glove under your upper lead arm. Keep the pressure with the upper arm and relax the forearm. You will be well on your way to a tension free, connected swing.