The PGM Golf Center of Gravity Transfer Balance Board (HL011) is a training aid designed for beginners to help them practice shifting their body weight correctly during a golf swing. The board provides a visual and auditory cue system to improve balance, stability, and tempo.
Key features
Weight transfer feedback: The board is built with a button or similar mechanism on the bottom that produces a sound. This provides instant auditory feedback, confirming when a player has correctly shifted their weight from their back foot to their front foot. This helps beginners avoid a "reverse pivot," a common flaw where weight shifts in the wrong direction.
Enhances balance and stability: By forcing the user to focus on a proper weight shift, the board trains the core muscles and improves overall balance throughout the swing motion.
Improves swing rhythm: The audible click serves as a timing mechanism, helping players develop a more consistent tempo and rhythm in their swing.
Durable, non-slip construction: The board is made from solid, environmentally friendly wood with a non-slip sandpaper surface. This increases friction to prevent slipping during practice and ensures the product is durable.
Portable design: With dimensions of approximately 73.3 x 29 cm and a weight of around 2.42 kg, the HL011 is portable and can be used for practice indoors or outdoors.
Benefits for golfers
For beginners: The clear, instant feedback is especially helpful for new golfers to understand and master the concept of proper weight transfer.
Increases swing speed: A proper weight shift generates more power, which can lead to increased swing speed and longer shots.
Corrects faults: It helps to correct poor weight transfer habits, such as a reverse pivot, that can cause inconsistent shots and loss of power.
Reinforces good habits: Using the board repeatedly can help train muscle memory for a more efficient and powerful swing.