Long Driver Speed Training Program

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Alex Keller
Alex Keller

Day 1 & 2: Fundamentals and Initial Speed Training

Warm-Up:  Do both of the options below or Just the Mobility Routine

1.  Mobility Exercises:

  • Follow the Mobility Portion of the Arm Day from the Bombs Away Programs (Advanced or OnlyBands).

Speed Training Workout:

1. Fundamentals Practice:

  • Hit 24-48 balls with your driver, focusing on fundamentals.
  • Take it slow and concentrate on form and technique.

2. Ball Flight Practice:

  • Notice your ball flight and use Perfect Hands to correct for a straight ball flight as follows:
    • Hit 1-5 Balls and notice ball flight 
    • Attach your Perfect Hands to your glove (Left, Right, Or Center Depending on Ball Flight) and take 5 Swings at 100%.
    • Unattached and hit a shot to see the ball flight.
    • Repeat for 3-4 sets.

3. Speed Session:

  •  Hit 50-75 balls, focusing on swinging fast and pushing yourself.
  •  Record the average speed of your swings.

 

Day 3: Mastery and Peak Speed

 

Warm-Up:  

1.  Mobility Exercises:

  • Follow the Mobility Portion of the Arm Day from the Bombs Away Programs (Advanced or OnlyBands).

Speed Training Workout:

1. Fundamentals Practice:

  • Hit 24-48 balls with your driver, focusing on fundamentals.
  • Take it slow and concentrate on form and technique.

2. Ball Flight Practice: If you do not have Perfect Hands you can get it HERE and use code STREAK20

  • Notice your ball flight and use Perfect Hands to correct for a straight ball flight as follows: 
    • Hit 1-5 Balls and notice ball flight 
    • Attach your Perfect Hands to your glove (Left, Right, Or Center Depending on Ball Flight) and take 5 Swings at 100%.
    • Unattached and hit a shot to see the ball flight.
    • Repeat for 3-4 sets.

3. Speed Session:

  •    Hit 75-100 balls, pushing to reach your highest speeds of the week.
  •    Note the average speed of this session.

 

Day 4: Normal Workout Routine or Rest with No Swing Training

Day 5: Normal Workout Routine or Rest with No Swing Training

 

This program is designed to progressively build your speed and consistency with the driver while emphasizing the importance of proper fundamentals and recovery. Adjust the number of balls and intensity according to your skill level and physical condition.  Repeat these 5 Days back to back for best results.