Why do I not follow through with my golf swing?
Lily Fisher
Updated on May 05, 2026
Lack of lower body rotation in the downswing. This is likely the leading cause of a poor finish among amateur golfers. Most players fail to use their lower body properly in the downswing, as they simply throw their arms down toward the ball rather than turning through the swing aggressively.
Why dont I follow through on golf swing?
For a lot of people a restricted follow through is caused by not being very dynamic with the hips, something quite restricted with the hips. So we see a lot of golfers as they hit through, the hips don't turn towards target enough, they stay facing pretty much where the ball was.How important is follow through in golf swing?
The follow through is crucial in driving the ball to the target. Your hands, arms, legs and hips need to come through the shot together or you won't consistently hit the ball as best you can. Golf Swing Tip: How well you finish a shot is a reflection of how good a shot it was.How can I improve my follow through?
Four ways to improve follow-through—without working longer hours
- They have a clear strategy.
- They set stretch goals.
- They give plenty of feedback.
- They resolve conflict.