Which is an external cue to focus on for a student whose swing has been improving?

• A. Maintaining the same grip
• B. Focusing on the movement of the clubhead
• C. Keeping the shoulders square
• D. Aligning the feet to the target

Answer: (B)

External cues guide movement by focusing on objects outside the body. Focusing on the clubhead’s movement gives a clear, external reference that reflects the swing’s path, tempo, and how the club interacts with the ball. Because the clubhead rides the whole swing arc, tracking its motion helps the student feel whether the motion stays on plane and whether impact is solid, which supports continued improvement. Internal cues like grip position or shoulder alignment refer to the body itself and can limit or misdirect feel when the swing is already evolving. Aligning the feet to the target is a setup cue that affects starting position more than ongoing swing dynamics. So the clubhead movement provides the best external anchor to maintain and refine progress.