Swing tempo is the ratio of your backswing time to your downswing time. A 3 to 1 ratio, or 3.0, is the ideal swing tempo based on studies of professional golfers. You can achieve the ideal 3.0 tempo using different swing timings, for example, 0.7 sec./0.23 sec. or 1.2 sec./0.4 sec. Each golfer may have a unique swing tempo based on the golfer's ability and experience.

• Backswing time is the time from the start of the swing to the top of your backswing.

• Downswing time is the time from the start of the downswing to impact with the ball.