What is workability in golf and why does it matter?

Most amateur players focus on hitting it straight, but understanding what is workability in golf can actually be the key to breaking through your next scoring plateau. It's one of those terms that gets tossed around a lot by TV commentators and gear junkies, usually right after someone like Rory McIlroy hooks a 5-iron around a massive oak tree to a tucked pin. To the average golfer, it can sound like some kind of dark art, but at its core, it's a pretty straightforward concept. ...

April 27, 2026 · 7 min · Jannan Buchanan