Jim Flick

A good finish results when the player's arms, body, and club move in sync. The arms swing the club, and the body and legs support the swinging motion. Blend these together correctly, and you'll be balanced at the finish. You'll also see indicators of a lack of tension and a full range of motion. In the case of Fred Couples, his arms are folded around his left shoulder and his body has fully released to his left side (photo). While these positions are perfect for Couples, yours may be different. Simply key on matching your arm swing to your body turn.

Dr. Richard Coop

Trying to swing into a good finish will help you make an integrated, accelerating motion, as opposed to connecting the dots between positions. To promote this "whole motion" feeling, take a practice swing and hold the finish, then close your eyes and count down from five. In that time, you'll be internalizing what a good finish feels like to you. Then, address the ball and simply think, "Stick the finish," like a gymnast would on a landing. With your focus on the endpoint, you'll hit manyof the right positions along the way.

Flick is a GOLF Magazine Master Teaching Professional. Dr. Coop is GOLF MAGAZINE's Mental Game Consultant.