Why Medicine Ball Throws Are a Game-Changer for Your Golf Swing

/ Dennis Sales Golf Academy /

At Dennis Sales Golf Academy, one of the tools I frequently use to help golfers improve their movement patterns is the medicine ball. While it might not look like a traditional golf drill, medicine ball throws are incredibly effective for developing the athletic foundation necessary for a powerful and repeatable swing.

What Do Medicine Ball Throws Train in Golf?

Medicine ball drills help bridge the gap between technical swing instruction and how your body naturally wants to move. They promote:

  • Dynamic balance

  • Rotational power

  • Efficient ground use

  • Sequencing between the lower and upper body

In short, these drills train your body to move more like an athlete—and that directly translates into better swing mechanics.

How Step Drills Reinforce Swing Concepts

We don’t just toss medicine balls for the sake of it. Every throw is done with intent, often paired with step drills or swing-specific movement patterns to reinforce key concepts. For example:

  • A step-behind throw can help players understand weight transfer and timing.

  • A rotational scoop throw builds separation between the upper and lower body.

  • And for juniors or newer players, we might use a step-and-throw drill to teach rhythm and coordination.

This approach not only helps golfers feel the correct movement patterns but also creates an athletic baseline that swing changes can be built upon.

From Movement to Mechanics: Why Athleticism Matters

Modern golf requires more than just technical knowledge. You need to move well, produce speed efficiently, and repeat those movements under pressure. Integrating medicine ball work into a personalized training plan helps players of all levels - from beginners to competitive juniors - build better movement habits that hold up on the course.

Train Like an Athlete, Play Like a Golfer

By training with the medicine ball, you're not only developing physical tools like power and coordination, but also building the feel for proper sequencing and body control—the things that create real consistency in your golf swing.

Ready to Move Better and Swing Better?
Come experience how our training—backed by technology, purpose, and movement - can help you unlock your potential. Book a player assessment or training session at Dennis Sales Golf Academy in Argyle, Texas today.