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 How can Tiger Woods, at 6-foot-1 and 158 lbs., consistently drive the ball 300 yards, making him one of the strongest drivers in the Masters field? The answer is, with precise technique and proper conditioning, Woods is one of the best at focusing - and conserving - the energy in his swing.

1. At the back of his swing, Woods utilizes his flexibilty to reach far back, extending his range of motion while keeping his rotating torso directly over his right leg.

2. As he begins his swing, Woods builds up club head velocity by turning his torso quickly and pressing his right leg forward. Throughout his swing, Woods wastes little energy by maintaining his position above the ball.

3. Woods drives through the ball, using his hips, shoulders and wrists to concentrate his force and create a very high initial ball speed. Within 2 feet off the tee the ball is traveling at around 180 miles per hour - 20 mph faster than the average tour pro.

4. Woods allows the club head's momentum to extend his follow-through far around his back, completing a long and smooth clubhead rotation.

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