Here are some of the most common alignment errors in golf:
1. Open or closed stance – This is when the feet are not aligned parallel to the target line. An open stance is when the front foot is positioned away from the target line, while a closed stance is when the back foot is positioned away from the target line.
2. Misaligned shoulders – This is when the shoulders are not parallel to the target line. This can lead to a swing path that is off-line, resulting in a shot that misses the target.
3. Misaligned hips – This is when the hips are not parallel to the target line. This can cause the body to sway during the swing, resulting in inconsistent shots.
4. Misaligned clubface – This is when the clubface is not pointing at the target. This can result in shots that either slice or hook.
5. Misaligned head/eyes – This is when your eyes aren’t parallel to the target line resulting in misalignment of the club face and body. Knowing which eye is dominant can eliminate this error by learning how to swivel your head while keeping your eyes parallel to the target line.
To avoid these errors, it is important to practice proper alignment and focus on the target rather than the ball.