That's why

"Launch angle.  Spin rate.  Velocity.  We're talking about the golf swing," says Jay Myren, director of instruction at the Golf Canada Calgary Centre.  He goes on:  "You need to learn from high-speed video, specialized computer software and a doplar radar launch monitor to analyze ball speed, launch angles and both sidespin and backspin.  Ultimately, you are trying to maximize performance out of the ball.  When we get real specific numbers, we can see how the club contacts the ball, the angle of attack coming into the ball, club path and club face angle."

G-d!  Are you kidding!?

"Having a curve in your spine will limit your ability to make a good turn.  To make a proper swing, it is imperative to have a straight, flat back in setup.  Your torso is able to turn effectively when it can rotate around the axis of your spine," adds pro Lisa Vlooswky.  "If your spine is hunched it restricts your mobility.  When it is flat, it is easy to make a good turn.  The ability to turn is what will create coil and torque in your backswing and will help you add distance to your game." 

Whaaaaaaaaaaaaaaat!!)(&$%^&*(

She doesn't stop there.  "Stand up nice and tall, shoulders back and feet shoulder-width apart.  Keeping your shoulders back and back flat, bow only at the waist.  Once you achieve a 45-degree angle (how would you know that?), stop and then slightly bend your knees.  I like to refer to it as cracking your knees.  If you bend too much you get into a sitting position.  You only want to slightly bend (crack) your knees.  This simple (are you kidding me?) setup will make it so much easier to rotate around your spine," Lisa expounds.

There's more.  "Try setting up with a hunched back and turning.  Note how far you are able to turn, then try it with your new posture setup and see if you have increased your rotation.  I bet you will be amazed at the difference and thrilled with the result." 

How can you be serious?!  That's why I don't play golf.  That's why I couldn't even hit the ball when B was "coaching" me on the driving range.  Too much to worry about.