Two-Step Exercise: The Accelerated Power Step

Some bowlers always wonder why they don’t get the strikes they want so badly. Don’t they realize that something may be missing in their knowledge, perhaps?

THE TWO STEP DRILL

– Accelerated power step –

The two-step exercise is an integral part of a bowler’s biomechanical functions in the process of power step development. In addition to acquiring good swing timing, the two-step drill also acts as a catalyst for developing an accelerated swing. This bit of knowledge is very advantageous in today’s modern power game.

HOW TO PRACTICE THE TWO-STEP EXERCISE

Start by standing about 4 to 5 feet from the free throw line.

Place your feet in the staggered starting stance, with your takeoff foot (the right leg for the right-handed bowler) about 3-4″ further back.

Hold the ball stationary at the side of the body. Extend the balance arm at 8-9 o’clock.

Start by pushing the ball forward. During the backward downward movement, take a small step forward with your takeoff leg.

When the ball reaches the apex of the backswing, you should be in the established ‘pro’ stance and your body weight should be centered on your take-off leg.

You are NOW in the power zone. With your takeoff leg, push forward hard to push into the slide with your sliding leg… while accelerating your forward swing.

The result will be a higher ball speed with higher rev rates.

Practice this exercise until you achieve the desired results.

I have always emphasized that his Basic fundamentals they are the building blocks for a solid game. Once you get it right, learning new things becomes a breeze.