DEAD Drill Step 1 - The Backswing
DEAD Drill Step 1 - The Backswing

Here's the first step in building your perfect golf swing using the DEAD Drill. It's criti ...

DEAD Drill Step 2 - The Transition
DEAD Drill Step 2 - The Transition

The DEAD Drill transition is DEAD simple. One move to have a powerful and dynamic transiti ...

DEAD Drill Step 3 - The Post-Up
DEAD Drill Step 3 - The Post-Up

The Post Up move is where all the magic happens in the golf downswing. If you've never rel ...

Flip vs. Release in Golf
Flip vs. Release in Golf

What is the difference between a proper golf club release and a flip in the golf swing? To ...

How to Get Perfect Shaft Lean at Impact
How to Get Perfect Shaft Lean at Impact

You want to hit those boring, hissing shots that scream off the face like a rocket? This g ...

Golf Impact Position Face On
Golf Impact Position Face On

After all your hard work on the backswing, it's time for the big payoff! Getting into the ...

Golf Impact Position Down the Line
Golf Impact Position Down the Line

As I discussed in the video on Impact Alignments Face On, impact is everything in RST. All ...

Cure Chicken Wing in the Golf Swing
Cure Chicken Wing in the Golf Swing

You now have a 3-step drill to help you cure your chicken wing golf swing once and for all ...

Left Elbow Position at Impact
Left Elbow Position at Impact

Find out a simple trick to hit straighter shots while also virtually eliminating your chan ...

3 Steps to better impact position in golf
3 Steps to better impact position in golf

Golf is a sport that can leave you frustrated round after round, but WHY? What exactly are ...

Golf Impact - Part 2 of 7
Golf Impact - Part 2 of 7

In part 2 of this new 7 part video series, I'll discuss one of the most important parts th ...

Perfect your golf impact - 1 of 4
Perfect your golf impact - 1 of 4

Compressing the golf ball like a tour pro can be very hard to do. In this new video series ...

Perfect your golf impact - 2 of 4
Perfect your golf impact - 2 of 4

Effortless power in the golf swing is a difficult concept for many amateur golfers. In vid ...

Perfect your golf impact - 3 of 4
Perfect your golf impact - 3 of 4

Learn how to add more speed to your golf swing by leveraging the ground like a tour pro.

Perfect your golf impact - 4 of 4
Perfect your golf impact - 4 of 4

Lag in the golf swing is key for clubhead speed. In this video, I'll show you how to add m ...

Perfecting your golf impact - Bonus
Perfecting your golf impact - Bonus

Perfecting your golf impact video series. Special bonus video that will help you correct s ...

Overview of the Push Release
Overview of the Push Release

An overview to the push release for those who want to use the right side to help power the ...

Fix Your Swing Sway w/ the Wall Drill
Fix Your Swing Sway w/ the Wall Drill

Fix your golf swing sway with this awesome and simple drill! Swaying off the ball in the b ...

Intro to Weight Shift in the Golf Swing
Intro to Weight Shift in the Golf Swing

Weight shift in the golf swing is the FIRST thing you must master before worrying about an ...

Weight Shift in the Golf Swing - Pt. 1
Weight Shift in the Golf Swing - Pt. 1

Using our Science and Motion (SAM) Balance Lab, we can pin point weight shift and weight d ...

Weight Shift Part 2 - Right Hip Line
Weight Shift Part 2 - Right Hip Line

In this second video on understanding weight shift in the golf swing, I discuss specifical ...

Weight Shift Part 3 - To the Left
Weight Shift Part 3 - To the Left

The culmination in the three part series on correct weight shift in the golf swing gets us ...

Step 1 - Weight Shift
Step 1 - Weight Shift

Step 1 of the RST 5 Step System - Mastering Weight Shift

Step 1 - Weight Shift - Drill Only
Step 1 - Weight Shift - Drill Only

Step 1 - Weight shift drills

Weight Shift Sweep Drills
Weight Shift Sweep Drills

The best golf swing drill for weight shift right before you play or when you're just on th ...

5 Minute Golf Setup w/ Weight Shift
5 Minute Golf Setup w/ Weight Shift

Once you've mastered the setup, you can add weight shift to your program to begin developi ...

Fixing Your Weight Transfer in the Golf Swing
Fixing Your Weight Transfer in the Golf Swing

In this video, I will show you 2 of the most common faults in downswing transition by not ...

Learn Perfect Weight Shift in Your Socks
Learn Perfect Weight Shift in Your Socks

Struggling with your weight shift? I'm going to show you how to diagnose your mistakes by ...

How Attack Angle Affects Compression
How Attack Angle Affects Compression

Ever notice how the PGA Tour pros take razor thin divots? That's exactly what you want. Th ...

Taking a Divot in Front of the Ball
Taking a Divot in Front of the Ball

Taking a proper divot is something that is critical to crisp and consistent iron play, but ...

Angle of Attack
Angle of Attack

Taking deep divots? Are you supposed to? What do the pros do? This video tells you how ste ...

Swing Faults When Your Stance is Too Wide
Swing Faults When Your Stance is Too Wide

One of the most common problems with the setup, here's what happens when your stance is to ...

Fix Your Release - Trail Shoulder Back
Fix Your Release - Trail Shoulder Back

This golf instruction video is for those who struggle to stop spinning their shoulders ope ...

Moving the Fulcrum & Hitting Shots off the Toe
Moving the Fulcrum & Hitting Shots off the Toe

It's one of my most important golf instruction videos ever, this will completely transform ...

How to Cure the Shanks in 3 Steps
How to Cure the Shanks in 3 Steps

The golf shank is the ugliest, nastiest, rottenest, and most frightening shot in golf. If ...

Getting Stuck on the Downswing
Getting Stuck on the Downswing

Tiger Woods used to always complain about getting "stuck" in the downswing; a position tha ...

Blocked Golf Shots | Fwd Shaft Lean
Blocked Golf Shots | Fwd Shaft Lean

If you want to compress the ball for explosive distance, then you need to be working on st ...

How to Fix the Two Way Miss in Golf
How to Fix the Two Way Miss in Golf

Struggle with the dreaded two-way miss in golf? One shot goes right and the next goes left ...

2 Finger Release Drill
2 Finger Release Drill

This awesome drill forces you to release the golf club like a tour pro! You're going to lo ...

Stop Coming Over the Top in the Golf Swing and Slicing
Stop Coming Over the Top in the Golf Swing and Slicing

You're well aware that slicing destroys your distance and your scorecard. What you may not ...

Stop Slicing and Start Releasing the Golf Club
Stop Slicing and Start Releasing the Golf Club

In this video, I’ll show you how to release your club to stop slicing and get better com ...

Square the Clubface Early
Square the Clubface Early

Learning how to properly square the club face at impact is something that most amateur gol ...

Hitting a Fade
Hitting a Fade

Learning how to hit a fade is all about learning to control the release of the golf club. ...

How to Stop Hooking the Golf Ball
How to Stop Hooking the Golf Ball

How to stop hooking the golf ball once and for all! If you struggle with hitting hook shot ...

Hitting a Draw
Hitting a Draw

Once you've mastered the RST swing method, you realize that, due to the simplicity of the ...

How to Hit the 3 Yard Draw
How to Hit the 3 Yard Draw

Learn how to hit the delicate little three yard draw and why you're struggling with gettin ...

Cure Reverse Pivot w/ the Necktie Drill
Cure Reverse Pivot w/ the Necktie Drill

Axis tilt is a necessary fundamental of the golf swing that many golfers ignore or fail to ...

How to Fix Golf Reverse Pivot
How to Fix Golf Reverse Pivot

A reverse pivot golf swing can cause a whole lot of bad shots, from hitting it thin to hit ...

Fix Your Swing Sway w/ the Wall Drill
Fix Your Swing Sway w/ the Wall Drill

Fix your golf swing sway with this awesome and simple drill! Swaying off the ball in the b ...

Fix Reverse Pivot - Trail Side Dominant Setup
Fix Reverse Pivot - Trail Side Dominant Setup

This golf setup check is critical to getting rid of a reverse pivot and over the top downs ...

5 Minutes to Master Rotation
5 Minutes to Master Rotation

This video holds the 5 step pathway to mastering rotation in the golf swing. At the end of ...

Keep the Right Arm Straight to Turn
Keep the Right Arm Straight to Turn

One of the most common faults that destroys a powerful turn in the golf swing is how the r ...

How to Fix a Flat Shoulder Turn
How to Fix a Flat Shoulder Turn

Fix a flat shoulder turn in your golf backswing with this simple and easy to do drill.

Simple Fix to Make a Full Shoulder Turn
Simple Fix to Make a Full Shoulder Turn

Struggle with making a full turn, even though your fit and flexible? Lacking the distance ...

Using the Core
Using the Core

Using a side by side face on view of Tiger Woods with a driver and a recent swing of mine ...

The Bucket Drill - Golf Shoulder Turn
The Bucket Drill - Golf Shoulder Turn

The Bucket Drill is one that provides a very simple and clear picture on how to rotate cor ...

Intro to Core Rotation in Golf Swing
Intro to Core Rotation in Golf Swing

The rotating core is the "engine" of the golf swing and the primary mover of the entire sw ...

Step 2 - Core Rotation
Step 2 - Core Rotation

Step 2- Adding body rotation

Step 2 - Core Rotation - Drill Only
Step 2 - Core Rotation - Drill Only

The drill only for Step 2 - Body Rotation

Clamshell Drill - How to Cure Early Extension
Clamshell Drill - How to Cure Early Extension

The Clamshell Drill is the key to the golf swing, no seriously! If you want to see how the ...

Eliminate Early Extension in Golf Swing
Eliminate Early Extension in Golf Swing

The REAL causes of early extension in the golf swing and the only TRUE way to fix it.

Closed Hip Slide
Closed Hip Slide

A closed hip slide is detrimental to your golf swing when learning how to shift your weigh ...

Live Lesson - How to Stop Losing Tush Line & Boost Consistency
Live Lesson - How to Stop Losing Tush Line & Boost Consistency

Struggling with a 2 way miss and lack of consistency? Watch this Live Lesson to learn a si ...

Losing the Tush Line
Losing the Tush Line

One of the most common questions I get regularly is how to stop losing the tush line, or s ...

Squat to Square in the Golf Downswing
Squat to Square in the Golf Downswing

If you watch golf on TV, it seems that you can't turn your hips fast enough or far enough ...

Squeeze the Cheeks for Consistency
Squeeze the Cheeks for Consistency

The glute muscles (your butt cheeks) are some of the most important muscles in the golf sw ...

Role of the Right Foot in Downswing
Role of the Right Foot in Downswing

Footwork is a bit of a misnomer in the golf swing but you hear it every week on TV. What i ...

Fix Your Over the Top Swing by Fixing Your Hand Path
Fix Your Over the Top Swing by Fixing Your Hand Path

Learn how to fix your over the top golf swing by simply being able to read a clock. If you ...

Stop Coming Over the Top in the Golf Swing and Slicing
Stop Coming Over the Top in the Golf Swing and Slicing

You're well aware that slicing destroys your distance and your scorecard. What you may not ...

How to Shallow Your Golf Swing Fast and Easy - Live Lesson
How to Shallow Your Golf Swing Fast and Easy - Live Lesson

Do you struggle with shallowing the club in the downswing and keep hitting a pull cut or e ...

How to Shallow Your Hands During Transition
How to Shallow Your Hands During Transition

Do your hands go straight out toward the golf ball and don't shallow out during the transi ...

Over the Top Stick Drill
Over the Top Stick Drill

Are you tired of yelling “Fore!” when you hit big, nasty slices off the tee? If so, he ...

Drill to Learn Inside Path to Golf Ball
Drill to Learn Inside Path to Golf Ball

Tired of the over the top slice? This drill and training aid will teach you how to approac ...

How to Fix Your Over the Top Move - Live Lesson
How to Fix Your Over the Top Move - Live Lesson

Do you have a steep, over the top golf swing? No matter what you try and do, you can't sto ...

9 to 3 Lag Building Drills
9 to 3 Lag Building Drills

Learn how to build lag in your golf swing with these 9 to 3 lag building drills. You'll le ...

AXIOM Lag in the Golf Swing
AXIOM Lag in the Golf Swing

Producing incredible lag has never been this easy - or fast

Increase Lag - Impact Cube Drill
Increase Lag - Impact Cube Drill

This awesome drill will teach you to not cast the club and maintain lag into impact.

Speed vs. Power in the Golf Swing
Speed vs. Power in the Golf Swing

Speed vs. Power - Which is it that you want in the golf swing? Many golfers think they nee ...

Reshaping Your Golf Swing for Lag
Reshaping Your Golf Swing for Lag

It's no secret that you want more lag in your swing. In this incredible video, I give you ...

RST Student Success - Building More Lag
RST Student Success - Building More Lag

RST student uses a simple 3 step process to shallow his golf swing and build in a ton of l ...

Intro to Fix Losing Lag and Weak Release
Intro to Fix Losing Lag and Weak Release

Find out how to work through this section on how to cure your golf casting / loss of lag o ...

Sklz Gold Flex Lag Trainer
Sklz Gold Flex Lag Trainer

This KILLER training aid will help you master a smooth, one-piece takeaway and help you bu ...

Rickie Fowler - How to preserve Lag
Rickie Fowler - How to preserve Lag

Lag is the most efficient way to increase clubhead speed. In this video, RST Instructor Ch ...

Lag and Speed Drills
Lag and Speed Drills

To get more distance in golf, you've got to get maximum speed from your arms and not let y ...

Key to Creating Lag
Key to Creating Lag

The secret key to creating lag has been an elusive thing for most amateur golfers. In this ...

Downcock Pump Lag Drill
Downcock Pump Lag Drill

Every golfer wants to know how to create more lag in their swing to hit the ball further. ...

Golf Grip's Effect on Lag
Golf Grip's Effect on Lag

As you've no doubt seen, my golf students have been picking up some serious distance throu ...

Become a Golf Swing Lag Monster: Shocking Success Story
Become a Golf Swing Lag Monster: Shocking Success Story

In this video, I’ll show you how RST student David became a "lag monster" with RST swing ...

4 Step Golf Swing Lag Builder
4 Step Golf Swing Lag Builder

The 4 steps to building INSANE lag in your golf swing - and you can do it TODAY!

Golf Left Thumb: Fix Pain, Soreness, Casting
Golf Left Thumb: Fix Pain, Soreness, Casting

Casting the club in the downswing is a sure way to destroy club head speed. Check out this ...

Right Arm in Downswing: Stop Casting
Right Arm in Downswing: Stop Casting

In this video, you’ll find out: 1) How Tiger Woods builds lag for power, 2) What to feel ...

Sequencing the Downswing - Dump Truck and Drag Racer
Sequencing the Downswing - Dump Truck and Drag Racer

Sequencing the downswing is the HARDEST overall part of the golf swing - and also the MOST ...

The Post Up Move - How to Use Lead Leg for Power and Maintain Posture
The Post Up Move - How to Use Lead Leg for Power and Maintain Posture

Have you ever wondered how the pros use their legs for power in the golf swing? This video ...

My Golf Power Secret
My Golf Power Secret

How do the pros hit the ball so darn far? I tell all inside with this power secret!

Using your wrists for speed in golf swing - 5 of 7
Using your wrists for speed in golf swing - 5 of 7

Your body uses tension as its primary mechanism to sequence the golf swing. In general, th ...

Vertical Ground Force and Double Peaks
Vertical Ground Force and Double Peaks

Should you be trying to increase vertical ground force in your swing and if so, how should ...

Throw the Club Head at the Golf Ball
Throw the Club Head at the Golf Ball

Unlock the leverage, speed and power of your golf swing by understanding the physics behin ...

Throw for More Natural Golf Swing
Throw for More Natural Golf Swing

Do you want a more natural golf swing with much more speed? Then you need to focus on how ...

Using the Wrists in the Golf Swing
Using the Wrists in the Golf Swing

The wrists play a very dynamic role in your golf swing. In this video, I'll cover the term ...

The Tour Pro Downswing Sequence Drill
The Tour Pro Downswing Sequence Drill

If you are looking for a golf swing drill that can INSTANTLY improve your ball striking po ...

Trail Arm Release - Throw the Ball Drill Pt 1
Trail Arm Release - Throw the Ball Drill Pt 1

This is THE key drill for really understanding how the downswing sequencing works. This 20 ...

Trail Arm Release - Throw the Ball Drill Pt 2
Trail Arm Release - Throw the Ball Drill Pt 2

Are you ready to maximize your club head speed at impact? If so, you need this missing pie ...

Tim Burke - Kinetic Chain
Tim Burke - Kinetic Chain

Tim Burke wins his 2nd World Long Drive Championship. In this video, I'll show you the key ...

Golf Takeaway | Overview
Golf Takeaway | Overview

An overview of the RST takeaway by RST Founder, Chuck Quinton. This video walks you throug ...

AXIOM Refine Your Takeaway
AXIOM Refine Your Takeaway

Simplify your takeaway with a simple 2" movement that moves the club 6 feet!

Learn a Perfect Golf Takeaway with Just a 2 Inch Movement!
Learn a Perfect Golf Takeaway with Just a 2 Inch Movement!

Learn how to pull in this video: Pushing vs Pulling in the Golf Swing Learn the simplest ...

Fix Inside Takeaway - 4 Square Drill
Fix Inside Takeaway - 4 Square Drill

You probably overuse your hands during the first half of the backswing, like most golfers, ...

Understanding Shoulder Blade Glide
Understanding Shoulder Blade Glide

If you have questions about exactly what the shoulder blade glide is or what it should fee ...

Golf Takeaway, 5 Minutes to the Perfect Golf Takeaway
Golf Takeaway, 5 Minutes to the Perfect Golf Takeaway

This 30 minute long golf instruction video is key to setting you on the right path for the ...

Right Wrist in the Takeaway
Right Wrist in the Takeaway

The role of right wrist in the takeaway is often misunderstood and has been the source of ...

Fix Inside Takeaway - Pushing with the Lead Side
Fix Inside Takeaway - Pushing with the Lead Side

An extremely common swing fault, so common that many golf instructors actually teach the s ...

Role of the Right Arm - Takeaway
Role of the Right Arm - Takeaway

Collapsing the right arm early is something that at least 90% of amateur golfers struggle ...

Pull for a perfect takeaway - 6 of 7
Pull for a perfect takeaway - 6 of 7

So many golfers try to perfect the takeaway in the swing and they constantly fight an uphi ...

Thorbjorn Olesen - Perfect your takeaway
Thorbjorn Olesen - Perfect your takeaway

See 2 key moves that Thorbjorn Olesen uses to build a picture perfect takeaway position ev ...

One Simple Key to Fix Your Takeaway
One Simple Key to Fix Your Takeaway

In this video, I’ll show you the one swing change that’ll fix your takeaway once and f ...

Posture's Effect on the Takeaway
Posture's Effect on the Takeaway

Posture at address is something that Tiger Woods always does right and it's something that ...

How to Fix an Inside Takeaway
How to Fix an Inside Takeaway

This one simple trick will fix an inside takeaway instantly, I guarantee it!

Fix Inside Takeaway - Shake Hands Drill
Fix Inside Takeaway - Shake Hands Drill

This is the best golf swing drill to teach you exactly how your hands should work during t ...

Golf Swing Takeaway & Drills
Golf Swing Takeaway & Drills

The golf takeaway has been described by golf instructors countless ways, so many ways that ...

Fix Inside Takeaway - Belly Button Drill
Fix Inside Takeaway - Belly Button Drill

This simple takeaway drill will give you that one piece takeaway you've been looking for o ...

Fix Inside Takeaway - Forward Press
Fix Inside Takeaway - Forward Press

If you've ever wondered whether or not you should have a forward press at setup, this golf ...

Wrist Cock vs. Wrist Hinge in the Golf Swing
Wrist Cock vs. Wrist Hinge in the Golf Swing

Do you know the difference between wrist cock and wrist hinge in the golf swing? The diffe ...

AXIOM Body Backswing
AXIOM Body Backswing

Eliminate your reverse pivot, handsy inside takeaway, your head swaying off the ball and y ...

AXIOM Refine Your Backswing
AXIOM Refine Your Backswing

Dial in your arms during the backswing to start easily shaping the ball, changing trajecto ...

Body Rotation in Golf Backswing - Chair Drill
Body Rotation in Golf Backswing - Chair Drill

If you want to power up your swing in golf, body rotation in the backswing is crucial. Unf ...

Left Shoulder Push in Backswing
Left Shoulder Push in Backswing

This "Left Shoulder Push in the Backswing" video is for you ONLY if you already pull perfe ...

5 Minutes to the Perfect Golf Backswing
5 Minutes to the Perfect Golf Backswing

Once you've mastered the takeaway using our "5 Minutes to the Perfect Takeaway" video, you ...

My Golf Backswing Secrets
My Golf Backswing Secrets

My keys to success for a perfect golf backswing - how to make the backswing simple and rep ...

How Much Shoulder Elevation
How Much Shoulder Elevation

It's time to help you decide how to power your golf swing. And it all starts with how you ...

Right Elbow Pit in Golf Backswing
Right Elbow Pit in Golf Backswing

Do you struggle, like most golfers, with a flying right elbow at the top of the backswing? ...

Understanding Arm Elevation
Understanding Arm Elevation

In this video, Ill show you what arm elevation is, why you need it, and exactly how much y ...

Fix Overswing/Across the Line - Flying Right Elbow
Fix Overswing/Across the Line - Flying Right Elbow

If you want to cure your overswing/across-the-line swing, you first need to diagnose the c ...

Live Lesson - How to Fix Your Arms by Fixing Your Legs in the Backswing
Live Lesson - How to Fix Your Arms by Fixing Your Legs in the Backswing

Do you struggle with your arms getting too deep or too disconnected during the backswing? ...

Right Arm Backswing Drill
Right Arm Backswing Drill

This is an excellent drill to train your mind to use your torso rotation to move the club ...

Should You Restrict Your Hip Turn in the Backswing?
Should You Restrict Your Hip Turn in the Backswing?

For years, you've been taught to restrict the hips in the backswing. Is that what's best f ...

Simplify Your Backswing with Shallow Arms
Simplify Your Backswing with Shallow Arms

Make this one simple change to reduce tension in your backswing to start hitting more EFFO ...

Stop Overswinging | Get Your Backswing Under Control
Stop Overswinging | Get Your Backswing Under Control

A powerful, compact backswing is essential for creating good contact with the ball. If ...

Fix Hip Overturning in Your Backswing
Fix Hip Overturning in Your Backswing

If you're letting your hips over rotate in the backswing, you're costing yourself a ton of ...

Fix Loose Lower Body w/ Laser Beam Knee Drills
Fix Loose Lower Body w/ Laser Beam Knee Drills

Lower body stability is key for power and accuracy in the golf swing. This drill will help ...

Torso, Hips Over Rotating in Backswing
Torso, Hips Over Rotating in Backswing

How much shoulder turn is too much and how much is not enough? Depends on how it's measure ...

DEAD Drill Step 1 - The Backswing
DEAD Drill Step 1 - The Backswing

Here's the first step in building your perfect golf swing using the DEAD Drill. It's criti ...

Golf Backswing, Completing the Golf Backswing
Golf Backswing, Completing the Golf Backswing

Once you've mastered the setup, weight transfer and takeaway, it's time to progress to the ...

Winter Golf Training Program - Backswing
Winter Golf Training Program - Backswing

Snow on the ground? Too cold out? No problem! NOW is the BEST time to work on your golf sw ...

Upper vs. Lower Body Rotation in Backswing
Upper vs. Lower Body Rotation in Backswing

Confused about how your upper body rotates in the backswing compared to your lower body? T ...

How to Keep Your Left Arm Straight in the Backswing
How to Keep Your Left Arm Straight in the Backswing

The secret to why you can't keep your left arm straight at the top of the golf backswing.

How to Avoid a Cupped Left Wrist at the Top
How to Avoid a Cupped Left Wrist at the Top

Learn the cause of a cupped left wrist at the top of your golf backswing and how to fix it ...

How to Fix Trail Leg Straightening in Backswing
How to Fix Trail Leg Straightening in Backswing

Is your trail leg straightening in the backswing? Do you know what kind of issues this sim ...

Do You Start Backswing w/ Hips or Shoulders?
Do You Start Backswing w/ Hips or Shoulders?

To start the golf swing with the upper or lower body, that is the question! I think Shakes ...

Checkpoints - 5 Minutes Backswing
Checkpoints - 5 Minutes Backswing

If you who have already watched the complete 5 Minutes to the Perfect Backswing video, thi ...

5 Minutes to a Perfect Backswing Pitfalls
5 Minutes to a Perfect Backswing Pitfalls

In this premium video, I am going to cover some of the common mistakes that RST students m ...

3 Functions of Right Arm in Backswing
3 Functions of Right Arm in Backswing

In this video, I'll show you the 3 functions of the right arm in creating the perfect back ...

Henrik Stenson's Backswing Moves
Henrik Stenson's Backswing Moves

See how Henrik Stenson's idiosyncrasies work in his powerful golf swing. Check out these ...

Jason Day - Perfect Backswing
Jason Day - Perfect Backswing

Swing plane is a very common term used in golf and has become a primary focus point for a ...

What is a Perfect Golf Swing Plane?
What is a Perfect Golf Swing Plane?

Swing plane is NOT something you work on by swinging in a big PVC hoop or swinging around ...

How to Fix Swing Plane & Path
How to Fix Swing Plane & Path

If you want to truly, once and for all, fix your golf swing plane and path, you must heed ...

Creating a Swing Plane
Creating a Swing Plane

So many golfers struggle with their ball striking because they misunderstand the concept B ...

Fix Swing Plane - Lead Arm Two Club Drill
Fix Swing Plane - Lead Arm Two Club Drill

Here's a simple golf swing plane drill to get your swing back on track fast with a trainin ...

How Knee Flex Determines Swing Plane
How Knee Flex Determines Swing Plane

Do you struggle with swinging too far from the inside? Part of the problem could actually ...

Trace the Plane Line
Trace the Plane Line

Do you tend to get "stuck" in the downswing? Do you hit blocks and quick hooks? Do you wan ...

Golf Grip's Effect on Swing Plane
Golf Grip's Effect on Swing Plane

Having a proper grip is crucial for club face control and lag in the golf swing. In this v ...

Stop Coming Under the Plane in Golf
Stop Coming Under the Plane in Golf

Coming into impact under plane kills your consistency, often resulting in blocked shots, t ...

AXIOM Body Tour Impact
AXIOM Body Tour Impact

Learn the secret of how the pros are so consistent with this tour impact position.

AXIOM Body Downswing
AXIOM Body Downswing

Learn how to cure your flip, stop hitting fat and thin shots and how to get into the perfe ...

AXIOM Release Left vs. Right
AXIOM Release Left vs. Right

Discover the release that is best for you and your swing that will give you the fastest re ...

AXIOM Release Overview
AXIOM Release Overview

Finally, understand what it means and feels like to fully release the club

AXIOM Compression Drill
AXIOM Compression Drill

THE drill that will give you the consistency you desire with effortless distance you didn' ...

AXIOM Unleash Your Inner Speed Demon!
AXIOM Unleash Your Inner Speed Demon!

Learn how three tiny changes can unleash 30+ more yards on your drives when you need it.

Golf Swing Sequence - How the Lower Body Works
Golf Swing Sequence - How the Lower Body Works

Struggle with coming over the top or don't know how to use your lower body in the golf swi ...

The Magic Box - How to Check Your Lower Body in the Transition
The Magic Box - How to Check Your Lower Body in the Transition

The "Magic Box" is a term created by Chuck Quinton to help golfers learn the proper transi ...

Start Downswing Before Completing Backswing
Start Downswing Before Completing Backswing

You need to start your downswing before completing your backswing. This pro-style transiti ...

Golf Swing Transition Drill
Golf Swing Transition Drill

Most instructors consider the transition in the golf swing the most difficult, if not impo ...

Which Muscles to Feel During Golf Swing Transition
Which Muscles to Feel During Golf Swing Transition

Learn exactly which muscles you should feel and in what sequence during the golf swing tra ...

You Hit the Golf Ball with Your LEGS!!
You Hit the Golf Ball with Your LEGS!!

You hit the ball with your legs, specifically your lead leg, not your hands in RST. Learn ...

Golf Downswing, Rotary Golf Downswing Overview
Golf Downswing, Rotary Golf Downswing Overview

Mastering the setup, weight transfer and takeaway are critical to a great golf swing. But ...

Right Arm Only Downswing Drill
Right Arm Only Downswing Drill

Once you've worked with the Throw the Ball Drill, you'll want to begin mastering this much ...

Drill for Golf Downswing Sequencing
Drill for Golf Downswing Sequencing

In this video, I'll show you where you're losing power and a simple drill that'll get it b ...

5 Minutes to the Perfect Golf Downswing
5 Minutes to the Perfect Golf Downswing

All the work you've done on your RST golf swing to this point has culminated in this next ...

Golf Swing Follow Through
Golf Swing Follow Through

The follow through is a result of all things you have done in your golf swing up until thi ...

Adam Scott Driver Swing Follow Through
Adam Scott Driver Swing Follow Through

In this Adam Scott follow through video, you'll find out: 1) How Adam Scott finishes his p ...

What You Should Think Over the Golf Ball
What You Should Think Over the Golf Ball

I get asked all the time what I'm thinking over the ball. This video finally answers it - ...

Taking Your Golf Swing Drills to the Course
Taking Your Golf Swing Drills to the Course

How to take what you're doing with your golf swing drills in front of the mirror to the go ...

3 Cable-Machine Core Exercises To Add To Your Routine
3 Cable-Machine Core Exercises To Add To Your Routine

We all know how important the core is to your golf swing. But which ones are the best for ...

Intro to Core Rotation in Golf Swing

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The rotating core is the "engine" of the golf swing and the primary mover of the entire swing. Once you've mastered weight shift, you'll want to start building your engine!

The core of your body is where all movement comes from in the golf swing. It is the rotation of the core that moves the upper torso and your shoulders, which in turn move the arms, which move your hands, which then moves the golf club. Got that?! It's this sequence that separates the pros from schmoes.

As you work on core rotation in your golf swing, make sure that you continue to work on keeping your arms very relaxed so that your body can be the star of the show.

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Eric
On the website there is talk about the right shoulder glide, especially in the takeaway. When I do that, may shoulder blade moves down and in by the time I am done with my takeaway and I stop rotating and finish with my arms and an over rotation/dip with my right hip. I find I am much better with purely a rotation with my obliques and elevation. I can feel the shoulder glide at the end. Thoughts?
January 29, 2021
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Eric. Perfectly fine. You may not feel it until the end, but that doesn't mean it isn't happening. A lot of players overdo too much glide in the beginning.
January 30, 2021
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Eric
Thanks I have broad shoulders and narrow hips. My tendency is to set up based on my shoulders or at least outside NGA+2 inches. Can you explain to me the physiology. We I set up in NGA+2 it feels real narrow, but when I do it I naturally have better shoulder posture (less rounding), my right hand goes on the club easier with no forearm rotation (which immobilizes my right shoulder) and the shoulder glide works better for rotation and my right elbow pit rotated properly facing up versus internally rotating?
January 30, 2021
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Eric. The legs are connected with to the hips. The shoulders are inconsequential to proper joint alignment and placement with the feet. More than likely when the stance feels narrow you are adding push somewhere to give you the sense you can't maintain balance. This is followed by blaming the stance versus the origin of movement.
January 30, 2021
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Matt
How is moving from the core compatible with shoulder blade glide? Feels like one involves the box and the other the rectangle.
September 7, 2020
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Matt. The lower part of the lats will be pulling the shoulder blade diagonally down/in towards the spine as the abs/obliques will be working to facilitate proper rotation. Using the box muscles.
September 8, 2020
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donald
I understand the turning of trail shoulder but do not know and feel the initial weight shift to trail foot and glutes.I seem to sway to get that initial move. Can you refer me to the actual method of initiating that move?
August 17, 2020
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Donald. Take a look at How to Swing from the Ground Up Video.
August 17, 2020
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Tony
I seem to rotate quite well in backswing and rotate back or uncoil nicely up to point of contact or a little before and hips/core Completely stop and arms take over. Any suggestions/comments to why and ultimately videos or drills to address or fix?
May 25, 2020
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Tony. The arms/hands should release independently of the body. Is that what you are referring to that at impact the club releases and the body slams on the brakes?
May 26, 2020
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Tony
Hi Craig, I get where The body stops in arms release and that makes sense. When looking at my swings it looks as if my hips only rotate back to square and never further, and when arms release seem to get crowded or can’t fully extend to target -so maybe a better question how far should hips rotate?
May 26, 2020
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Tony. The hips should be open 35-45 degrees at impact. Take a look at You Hit the Golf Ball with Your Legs Video.
May 26, 2020
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Keith
I have watched all the rotation, take away videos. some confusion. So as Sam set up with axis tilt my right shoulder is lower then left. If I pull shoulder blade back it will take the club far inside and low so I need shoulder elevation which is raising the arms so at take away club is parallel to toe line as show in 4 square drill and even with pocket. To be clear shoulder elevation is a conscience move correct, you will not end up in correct position naturally without it. Something everyone must do? if not does that mean I don't understand the shoulder blade glide correctly? is there another way to take club back that keeps it in front of me?
April 9, 2020
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Keith. You have to have elevation. Not much, but is a necessity to keep the arms in front. Rotation with the slight elevation. Most players already add this upwards motion, but some players have to be conscious in the beginning process of changing the swing to make sure they add the elevation.
April 9, 2020
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Keith
I have the rotary connect to help keep my arms together. When I begin to take back with the shoulder blade glide should I be sure the club goes out straight down the line for the first 12 inches? If I do that that seems to help and allow arm elevation instead of taking it too far inside
April 10, 2020
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Keith. It may feel like the club is going straight down the line as you rotate and begin elevation. Because you are rotating it won't necessarily be dead straight, but can feel that way.
April 10, 2020
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Keith
Thanks Craig. Doing the shoulder blade glide if I turn it very sharp late it goes very sharp inside. If I think about the club going to straight back the first 12 inches as I begin the shoulder blade glide I end up in a good Takeaway with proper elevation. Doing the shoulder blade glide if I turn it very sharp late it goes very sharp inside. If I think about the club going straight back the first 12 inches as I begin the shoulder blade glide I end up in a good Takeaway with proper elevation So is that a good beginning thought during the take away?
April 11, 2020
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Keith. Sounds like the 5 Minutes to Master Rotation to me. Rotate off the ball while feeling the arms/club stay in front/quiet. And, to keep the arms in front it will naturally have to elevate.
April 12, 2020
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Mike
I get the pulling of the lead side to pull the rest of the body through but what exactly are you pulling?. I always have done this with my lead side but this is a very grey area. Are you feeling it with the lead shoulder also? I would think not but confirming.
March 5, 2020
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Mike. Take a look at Which Muscles to Feel in Golf Swing Transition Video. Should clean things up.
March 5, 2020
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Robert
when shifting weight forward the left hip moves back to clear the way, this movement if not corrected will pull the left shoulder back as well,thus opening the shoulders too soon and this will open the club face . So if this is true than one most keep their left shoulder inline with the right shoulder and the target.
February 25, 2020
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Robert. The hips will pull the shoulders into impact. At impact the shoulders need to be square. If the shoulders are spinning open it will leave the face open.
February 25, 2020
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Charlie
HI I have throughly enjoyed the series, and I am doing exercises that I have never focused on before! My question is: as we begin to put clubs into our hands and do drills should we be using different types of clubs? I find myself always using my 8 iron, and other clubs begin to feel strange--like hybrids. Thoughts? Thx, Charlie....
February 10, 2020
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Charlie. Glad you are enjoying the videos. When you start to get repeatable and comfortable with a 8 iron, or 7 iron. Then, try to graduate to different clubs. The swing will stay the same, but you will need to get used to different lengths/lofts. In the beginning, no need to switch up very often.
February 11, 2020
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Charlie
Thanks so much!!! Charlie...
February 15, 2020
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Michael K
Where should our hands be when the club is parallel in the back swing?
February 2, 2020
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Michael. When the club is parallel to the ground in the backswing. The hands should be a trail pocket height. Take a look at the Pencil Tee Drill.
February 3, 2020
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gary
Hi, I am not sure where is the proper area to ask this question, but I decided to land here. My question (problem) is understanding the correct drill progression sequence. First question, do I need to finish (3000 reps) Step 1 weight shift drill before I can progress to Step 2 core rotation? Second, in Step 2 am I suppose to do all 6 of the foundation drills before doing the core rotation-drill only, or do them simultaneously, or do the core rotation drill and supplement the foundational drills as needed? And lastly, should I be using the Rep Tracker as my progression guide or just follow the 6 steps in the DEAD drill? They don’t seem to exactly parallel each other. I apologize if this is the wrong place to asks these questions, just trying to be efficient with my learning curve. Thanks, Gary
November 16, 2019
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Gary. If you already have a good movement pattern of weight shifting. You don't need to do 3000 reps before moving on to Step 2. If you haven't shifted weight in your golf swing ever, or played in other sports and have an existing movement pattern of going back and forth. You may need to log a lot of reps. The videos (foundation drills, etc..) are there if you get stuck. If you can perform a perfect Step 2 you don't need those other videos. Only if you get stuck. Those are supplemental to help you over the hump. The DEAD Drill you can follow as a complete guide 1-6. The 5 Step System and DEAD Drill reach the same conclusion. The DEAD Drill is just a newer concept at how to reach the correct ending. Most players I have follow the DEAD Drills and use the 5 Step/Foundation/Etc. Videos as supplemental help to make sure the DEAD is perfect. Body, add arm, add lead arm and club, both arms in that order.
November 16, 2019
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Jeffrey
At the top of my back swing, when I feel as if I'm loaded up, there is tension in my right oblique, right glute and right thigh. Normal? Tension is detrimental to the golf swing? Thanks for clarifying!
October 29, 2019
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Jeffrey. You should feel engagement and load, but not so much that you are worn out. If you feel excessive working of the muscles. You could be over doing the move.
October 29, 2019
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David
On the takeaway i have a habit of checking/watching the swing to make it isnt get too flat. In doing so i am aware of my head tilting towards the target and so getting ahead of the ball. How can i stop this.
May 25, 2019
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello David. You will have to train yourself out of watching the club by making sure you make proper takeaways/backswings and checking them after completion. It will be an element of trust. Use some video. Make some practice swings to where you believe the position is correct. Check the film and if incorrect make the adjustments. Keep your head down until on film you can get the correct position and start ingraining the movement/feel. Therefore, you can start trusting it isn't going too flat without watching.
May 25, 2019
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Mike
After working all winter to improve my swing, in the first week that I let loose outside I played 3 days in a row and pulled a hamstring. It is snowing again now so I won't play for a week or more. Any advise on how I can avoid the hamstring injury? I am 70 years old and not the smartest guy for playing 3 days in a row..
April 14, 2019
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Mike. It sounds like you over did something. Having/creating an injury usually means some part of the machine was moving incorrectly, or too much at the wrong time. Do you play right handed, or left? Which hamstring?
April 15, 2019
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Mike
I am right handed. The pain is in my glute and hamstring when I shift to the right
April 15, 2019
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Mike. Make sure you are loading the glute correctly and not swaying. Load Right Leg and Weight Shift Video Part 2. Sounds like you jumpstarted the car a little bit too soon after the winter weather.
April 16, 2019
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Paul
Hi, Im losing connection between lower and upper torso. Any tips. Ta
April 7, 2019
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Paul. The upper and lower half do have to separate. Take a look at Upper vs. Lower Body Rotation Video.
April 7, 2019
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Paul
Hi craig. That video connciders the lower body as the hips. My question is in regards to the relationship between stomach and chest. Ta
April 7, 2019
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Paul. Could you define more losing connection? You should feel the core (abs, obliques, lats) creating the rotation as the shoulders stay relaxed. Proper Muscle Activation Video and Body Rotation in Golf Backswing - Chair Drill. The main goal is that the core is rotating and the shoulders are staying depressed and in the box. The sternum may feel like it rotates a tad more than the belly button.
April 7, 2019
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Paul
I think im beginning to understand . I never used my obliques in golf swing. I used shoulders. I think what I have been trying, now that im trying to use core,is to keep my obliques pushed down towards ball during backswing then pull my chest\ shoulders against them. For me this may feel like seperation between stomach and chest. What you are saying is obliques rotates the chest so the whole upper body rotates as one unit , connected and roughly the same speed. Hopefully this makes sece. Thanks.
April 7, 2019
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Paul. Connected roughly, but you seem to be on the proper track. Sorta like the 5 Minutes to Master Rotation Video. The core will rotate to move the arms and hands which will feel like a unit.
April 7, 2019
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Paul
Thanks for your patience craig. Just watched bucket drill video. Am I right in thinking we should rotate the core horizontally to the ground? I understood rotate around the spine as to mean rotate core at whatever angle the spine is at. So i have been rotating core at a 45 degree angle towards ground. After trying to rotate core along the x axis, i was amazed that as long as I kept right elbow in to side, my arms folded up to the top. Is this the correct thinking regarding the core rotation?
April 9, 2019
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Paul. The trail lat moves diagonally along the back of the spine. In and down. You want to rotate around the spine (Golf Backswing Shoulder Plane Drill), but the sensation that you are moving in the horizontal dimension with rotation as the arms work up in the vertical dimension sounds on par. You may have been tilting instead of rotating. You can also get the correct feeling in the (Body Rotation in Golf Backswing Video).
April 9, 2019
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Paul
Thanks craig. Think i understand the concept now. Had so many good new feelings at the range today. This new understanding of rotation is huge for me.
April 9, 2019
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Michael
It's much harder to get a full shoulder turn when shoulders are hunched but that seems normal when your hands meet in the middle to grip the club.
March 2, 2019
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Michael. A rounded thoracic spine definitely limits mobility. When you grip down further. Try to keep the spine flat and add slight more hinging from the hips.
March 2, 2019
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Chad
Hello, the light bulb is finally coming on for me. I've been focusing on the drills and just starting hitting into the net and all my focus has been relaxing the shoulders , getting weight on left heal and pulling with core, I can't believe the effortless speed I'm getting and solid contact. I basically feel like my arms are doing nothing, is this the right feeling or should I have some effort or tension. The Rotary system is the best teaching method I've ever seen. I've had many golf instructors and you guys are the first to help me get rid of my early extension and use my core. Thank you!
February 11, 2019
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Dean
Hey Chad, you are spot on again. The release is passive and it is the only point where the arms swing independent of the body and the ball just gets in the way. It is supposed to feel effortless when done correctly. That's the part that Chuck says may take some getting used to; the lack of effort that is. Cheers.
February 11, 2019
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Steven
Craig thanks for the feedback. I know I have been stuck on this rotation with my arms across my chest for some time. I appreciate you desire to get it perfect. 1. you correctly point out that my right shoulder is way too high at the top compared to the model (Chuck). How do I find the correct angle so I am at a T with my spine 2. at impact the shoulders are square and then post up with hips 35 degrees open and rolling to instep of right foot. I should let the shoulders follow my body. Is that all right?
January 24, 2019
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Steven. Connecting to the Core Video first. You need to relax the upper shoulders. Also, Proper Muscle Activation Video. Then, follow those videos with Golf Backswing Shoulder Plane Drill. 2) The shoulders should follow the body. Post up to 35-45 degrees which will bring the shoulders to square as the trail foot rolls onto the instep.
January 24, 2019
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Graham
I am soon to embark on the core rotation module and wanted to get clarification on your views of head rotation. I see this has been touched on before but I see that many great golfers ( who did not have c1 to c3 neck fusion) rotate their heads quite significantly during the backswing. For me it makes turning easier but I have tried not to do it ( leading to a very short swing ). Question is may I do it to aid rotation or is it a non bueno..? I am talking pure rotation here not swaying. At the moment I can only get about a max of 70 deg rotation so I can’t turn my shoulders 90 without some movement.
January 7, 2019
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Graham. You may allow for a little head rotation in the cervical spine if need be. Also, if you can't reach 90 degrees. Make sure you are allowing for enough hip turn to reach full 90. Everyone can get a full shoulder turn.
January 7, 2019
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Andrew
I have just rejoined RTS after a lay-off. The improvement in the site is amazing, well done. Now to start the course again.
December 29, 2018
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Andrew. Welcome back and thank you for the support. We are here to help you if you need guidance on conquering your swing demons. Much thanks on the compliments.
December 29, 2018
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James
Following the video progression is my biggest challenge. They don't seem to be in a logical progression. I'll deal with it, but it seems to me that all drills related to the base movement should be set up to be next. Not have to go to deeper drills or somewhere else. Not trying to be difficult.
December 19, 2018
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Dean
The "Full Swing Course" on the Dashboard is organized and has progressive structure. If you stick with that, it makes sense. But there are many other helpful videos scattered on the site that relate to what you are trying to learn and your instructor will give you a link to them after a review as well. The search box is helpful if you know the key words or you can ask and you will get a response as to what you are looking for. I hear ya; you have to dig around a bit as so much is here.
December 19, 2018
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James
Aha moment. Found the shoulder slide video.
December 19, 2018
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello James. Great. Sorry for the confusion.
December 19, 2018
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stuart
Ok thanks Craig. Stuart
November 9, 2018
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Stuart. No problem.
November 9, 2018
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stuart
How do we decide which drills to use? Are the 'deeper learning' ones optional? Stuart.
November 9, 2018
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Stuart. Deeper learning is optional and for additional help with certain positions you may be struggling with.
November 9, 2018
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van
There is only so far that my obliques will allow me to turn without doing using the arms, when I reach that max rotation between oblique stretch and shoulder blade glide what do I do to get club to the top of my swing? Also in one of the preliminary videos Chuck stresses 5 drills to advance on the concept of moving the club with the core. Both right and left. I think I understand the cores work in starting the club from rest , however is there a conscious equal and opposite movement of the other oblique in the downswing - or is the same oblique used in the takeaway doing the work in springing back?
November 5, 2018
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Van. You will be using muscles on both side of the swing. But, primarily you can think trail muscles to go back. And, lead muscles to come down. Both sides will still be engaged and doing work. However, don't over complicate things. The arms move up as the body rotates. The key is they move in the vertical space and not the horizontal space. Take a look at the 4 Square Drill, Pool Noodle Drill and Winter Golf Training Program - Backswing Video for help with the arms up issue to finish the backswing.
November 5, 2018
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richard
my arms aren't getting high after completing back swing i do the elevation with flect.... drill thanks
October 29, 2018
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Richard. Try the Pool Noodle Drill and Winter Golf Training Program Backswing Video to help.
October 29, 2018
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richard
I've been doing my reps of core rotation exercises I feel a stitch in my upper back after doing 25 reps, its feeling better as I continue another 10 is this a good feeling or its over use?
October 27, 2018
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Richard. Muscle soreness is good, but pain is bad. You might be over doing it, or too tense. Focus more on your core and try to keep the upper shoulders relaxed.
October 27, 2018
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Guy
What adjustments do you have to make with core rotation of going on uphill lie as opposed to downhill lie? Second question is how much change in ball position in your stance between the two? Thanks Guy
August 2, 2018
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Guy. Visit the Specialty Shots Section. Uphill, Downhill, etc. will be in that section.
August 3, 2018
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Barry
Watching myself in the Mirror I notice if I keep my right arm straight in the backswing and then flex the arm I make a full shoulder turn. If I bend my Right elbow early I don't make a full shoulder turn without extra effort :
July 28, 2018
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Barry. Exactly. Folding the trail arm too early leads to lack of shoulder rotation.
July 29, 2018
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Robert
Your course has saved my game. I quit for four years as I could no longer predict what was going to happen with my swing. Your program has slowly but surely brought me back to (at this point) somewhat predictable results. It gets better and better as I practice more and more, and review the videos for correction. Also, am slowly introducing your approach to my 7 year old grandson who just shot an 87 on his home course - shoots from 200 yards on the par fours and 300 yard on the par fives. Hits from the red tee box on the part threes. He already has a pretty classic swing, but his weight shit and set up are going to improve as he watches and understand your video teaching. Many thanks for bringing me back onto the golf course so I can enjoy playing with my two grandsons, 7 and 9. Having a ball and while not smashing them (not sure I can any more at 72) but today hit several drives straight without much effort 200 yards. That was my goal, now I'll keep refining and improving to bring my scores down. Thank you!!
July 16, 2018
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Robert. Excellent post and much appreciative of the compliments. Glad to bring you back to the game and will continue to post great content. Always welcome to submit a swing review for yourself, or grandsons and we will be happy to further your progress.
July 17, 2018
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Bob
Hi! I have scoliosis and have pretty rounded shoulders from working at a desk for years....I can make a pretty solid turn but I was wondering if you had some advice on getting rid of the rounded shoulders. Thanks! Bob
June 29, 2018
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Bob. Take a look at Connecting to the Core Video. The rounded shoulders issue is a tough one too beat after years of desk work. I also suggest a foam roller against the spine if you have one.
June 29, 2018
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Bob
thanks Craig!
June 30, 2018
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stephen
Hi --completed step 1 and into step 2--find when focusing on weight shift and moving my legs like a baseball pitcher but trying to hit balls on the course and even practicing the sweep drills ion the course , I started what you call early extension and early release. Maybe I just need to do the impact bag drill inside in front of a mirror a million times but hope you have some other suggestions...in todays round I will try to make sure that I am on the centers of my feet.
May 15, 2018
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Stephen. Impact bag and mirror sounds like a good plan to change the movement pattern. But, what bothers me is if you are shifting with the lead you shouldn't have any early extension. That would come from trail side push. My suggestion would be practice slower reps at the course and make sure you get the accuracy of the movement first. Get the proper movement and the speed part comes later. Also, if you are working on Step 2 - Core Rotation. Upload your drill for review. Let one of our instructors make sure you are performing the drill properly and it isn't an error in your drill.
May 15, 2018
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David
Hi guys, I'm really struggling with shifting my weight before finishing my back swing. I'm sure this increased lag would increase my speed and lag but I just get frustrated trying to do this. Any other drills or thoughts to help this? Thanks!
April 12, 2018
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello David. Do you have weight shift and core rotation mastered yet? You not only need to get comfortable moving the body, but without much thought to introduce more advanced movements. The better you get at Step 1 and Step 2. You will notice it will start to show up a little on its own.
April 13, 2018
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Jerry
Fabulous explanation
March 15, 2018
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Jerry. Thanks for the post and appreciate the compliment.
March 15, 2018
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Anders
Hi, i have done a couple of rotation drills but i have started to feel some pain in my back. Is it recommended to relax a few days without doing rotation drills? do you think it is an injury or could it just be that my back is not used to such training?
February 21, 2018
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Anders. All RST moves are designed to keep you away from pain. If sore, you are just getting used to using new muscles. Pain is either doing the move incorrectly, or you are injured from the past and need a breather.
February 21, 2018
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Anthony
I have just found my 'Current Swing Performance Rating'. How is this generated?
January 20, 2018
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Anthony. Your instructor on the swing reviews makes adjustments as necessary for performance ratings, or on request.
January 20, 2018
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Ms Terry
Hi Chris Thank you very much , What is the best video to watch for pulling your scapula down and in towards centre while using the obliques to facilitate the body rotation.
August 14, 2017
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Chris (Certified RST Instructor)
Hi Ms Terry, Take a look at the videos in the takeaway section. This is discussed in several of the videos.
August 23, 2017
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Ms Terry
Hi Chris Can you please help me get this order right.. Re :my turn do I physically turn my chest then pull with my obliques and core or is is my pull with my obliques and core that turns my chest? Thank you
August 14, 2017
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Chris (Certified RST Instructor)
Hi Ms Terry, You should be pulling your scapula down and in towards center while using the obliques to facilitate the body rotation.
August 14, 2017
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Ms Terry
Hi Chris I am also sending a couple of videos this evening. Thank you again.
August 7, 2017
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Chris (Certified RST Instructor)
Ok sounds good. We will be on the lookout for them. We will get your videos back to you within 48 hours of the submission time.
August 7, 2017
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Ms Terry
Hi Chris Addition info to my response that I just sent. I also don't think I am turning my shoulders enough on the way back. I took a lesson last year and he told me I was stopping my shoulders . So please give me a thought about my trailing shoulder where it should end up. Thank you.
August 7, 2017
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Chris (Certified RST Instructor)
Ideally you are wanting to make 90 degrees of shoulder turn. The trail shoulder should end up moving behind the head when looking at it from face on. If you're stopping your turn, there's a pretty good chance you are moving more from the arms to get the swing started and your lead shoulders girdle is getting too loaded wants to fire before you complete the turn.
August 7, 2017
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Ms Terry
Hi Chris When you say pull your trail shoulder towards centre - centre spine is that what I think? I am also going to send a video. Thank you very much.
August 7, 2017
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Chris (Certified RST Instructor)
Hi Ms. Terry, yes that is correct towards the spine. We instructors will be on the look out for your video.
August 7, 2017
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Ms Terry
Hello I am turning to flat , instead of left shoulder down - if I think turn on a tilt I get it sometimes. But I am working on keeping my hands, arms and shoulders passive and trying to rotate my core using my obliques .. not sure what I am doing or not doing. Any suggestions for this?
August 3, 2017
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Chris (Certified RST Instructor)
Hi Ms Terry, sounds like you are pushing too much from the lead shoulder to create this sort of result. If you are in a correct setup position, and you work to pull your trail shoulder towards center, you shouldn't turn flat into the backswing. You can always send in a swing for review and we will take a close look at it to help you fine out what the issues are.
August 6, 2017
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Mike
I've videoed my swing and my hands never get above waist high. How and when is elevation of the arms? Do I lift them as I continue turning? Bad 71 yr. old back makes me tentative to continue turning.
April 12, 2017
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Mike. Yes. Rotation and elevation. It will be a blended move. Slight amount in the takeaway and the vast majority from there to the top. Take a look at the Pool Noodle Drill and 4 Square Drill.
April 13, 2017
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George
Hi Craig, Regarding to video 2 "start downswing before completing Backswing", is there any drill to practice this move? In slow motion video, I can see the pros doing all the time. Thanks.
March 30, 2017
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello George. That is the only one I know of. Perfecting Your Golf Impact 4 of 4 deals more with lag, but mentions the change of direction to help increase angle.
March 30, 2017
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Curt
I have been struggling to "master" core rotation by pulling from my right side, after years arm arm driven swings. There is a body of instruction that teaches pulling your left arm back until left shoulder is under the chin. These seems to accomplish the same thing for this aspect of the swing and seems like it may be easier for me to incorporate. However, I don't want to spoil the recipe. Can you help understand if or why is this method isn't a good fit in the program.
January 7, 2017
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Curt. Pushing the lead shoulder will not create rotation. The vast majority of golfers when told to push their lead arm or place their lead shoulder under the chin will simply protract the lead shoulder. Disengaging it too quickly from the core. Some athletic golfers will naturally pull back with the trail side when trying to accomplish what you stated in your post. However, solely using the lead side will not create rotation. Take a look at Pushing vs. Pulling (Physics Part 1 Video) and Pushing with the Left Side in the Golf Takeaway. You don't have to engage any muscular effort to just push the lead arm across the chest and reach a lead shoulder under chin position.
January 7, 2017
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john
HI ..which video is next after watching the core intro..? same question after weight shift intro? Thanks John
November 9, 2016
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello john. For the Weight Shift video I would use "Step 1 - Weight Shift." For the Core Rotation Video I would use "Step 2 - Core Rotation."
November 9, 2016
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David
Is there a core video which is more in depth? This is just an intro.
October 2, 2016
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello David. Step 2 - Core Rotation Video.
October 3, 2016

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