Are you ready to hit the links? After all, there's nothing better than spending a day in the sunshine with your favorite set of clubs.

One of the most important aspects of taking your golf game to the next level is getting as much distance on your ball from the tee box as possible. That's why you need to work on your swing. Fortunately, you've come to the right place for help.

This article takes a look at how to drive a golf ball further so that you can start trimming strokes from your game. Keep reading to get the inside scoop on maximizing your average golf drive.

1. Stance

First of all, let's talk about your stance when preparing to drive the ball. Keep in mind that using the proper golf stance will provide you with maximum balance when you swing. This will allow you to swing as hard as possible without getting sloppy because you become unbalanced.

The best way strategy is to use a wide stance. Thus you need to stand with the inside of your feet extended directly up to the outside of your shoulders.

2. Ball Placement

Next, let's take a look at ball height and position.

As a general rule, it's best to align the equator of the ball with the top of the clubface. This will enable you to "hit up" on the ball, resulting in an upward stroke and increasing the likelihood of maximum distance.

Forward ball position is also important for improving distance. Many amateurs place the ball too close to the middle of their stance. This is especially problematic when using an iron.

Keep in mind that placing the ball too close to the center of the stance typically results in a downward stroke, thus creating excessive spin that will make the ball travel high but not very high.

The best way to get tons of distance is to strike up on the ball, which means you'll need to place the ball on the inside of your forward foot. This will optimize your ability to hit the ball on the upswing and power through the stroke.

It's also important to maintain the proper spine angle during your stroke. The key to the spine angle is to tilt your upper body away from the target. For right-handed players, your left shoulder should be slightly higher than your right shoulder when you're ready to address the ball.

3. Shorten Your Shaft

It should go without saying that the right equipment will make all the difference. After all, every player is a different size, so you'll need equipment that's made for someone of your height.

Believe it or not, many golfers use a shaft that is too long for their swing. Because while a longer shaft might provide more power, it's also more difficult to find the center of the clubface.

As you can see, there's a definite trade-off of power over accuracy. And yet many golfers down find that they lose any power at all when using a shorter shaft. You might actually find that you gain distance with a shorter shaft because you're able to connect with the ball at the sweet spot on the club.

4. Center Contact

Center contact is one of the most important parts of a good golf swing. In fact, many amateur golfers tend to either hit the ball all over the clubface or consistently hit the ball in the wrong spot. Both of these things are going to cause major problems for distance and accuracy.

The key to fixing this issue is to first identify where you most commonly strike the clubface. You'll need to understand whether you are hitting more towards the toe or the heel. Now you can take steps to start correcting by making smaller pitch shots where you can work on center contact.

Keep in mind that accuracy is an incredibly important factor when it comes to increasing distance. Thus you should fool yourself into believing that the key to smashing your ball is to simply swing as hard as possible.

5. Speed Up Your Swing

Next, let's look at swinging faster. 

Once you've taken steps to consistently make center contact with the ball, you can increase distance even more by speeding up your swing. Just remember that the goal is to get comfortable swinging faster without letting your club get out of control. This is easier said than done.

One of the best tips for speeding up your swing is to swing much faster during practice swings than you do when striking the ball. This will naturally increase club speed over the course of time.

Again, the key is to focus on increasing speed while maintaining center contact with the ball.

6. Upgrade Your Equipment

It's impossible to overemphasize the value of quality equipment. Because while good golfers can play well with cheaper equipment, no one is going to play a great round of golf with subpar clubs.

When it comes to golf equipment, you get what you pay for. And while you don't have to spend a fortune on the most expensive set of clubs in the world, the right clubs will help you hit the ball further.

The best strategy is to visit your favorite pro shop and let a professional customize a set of clubs specifically for your body type and style of play.

7. Hit the Gym

Another important factor in getting more distance from your swing is to get in shape. That's right, hit the gym. Developing arm, leg, and core strength will help you swing faster and have more control over the ball. This is also great for building greater confidence.

A Guide to How to Drive a Golf Ball to Take Your Game to the Next Level

Golf is one of the most challenging sports on the planet. That's why if you want to improve your game and compete with the best, you'll need to learn how to drive a golf ball for maximum distance. Fortunately, these tips can help you get started.

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