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Good morning from the east coast, These thoughts were prompted by the video.

Good morning from the east coast, These thoughts were prompted by the video about determining a player's dominant side. It left me confused on how to answer the question. Here is why...... I am a 74 year old golfer that began playing at age 52. Currently a 13 course handicap was as low as an 8. I am also to a degree ambidextrous. Examples…… Left handed: Write, use a paint brush, screwdriver, play tennis, ping pong, use a hammer Right handed: Throw a ball, hit a ball, shoot a basketball, hit a baseball, hit a golf ball My mind decides , based on the task, which hand is in charge. So depending on the day, or even the type of golf shot my mind decides which hand will be the control. It is fascinating and frustrating simultaneously. I can shoot in the mid 70’s and when my body if off a bit I shoot 90. I do enjoy watching the brief lessons and suppose I have learn something from each. I thought I’d write a note about my scenario since it is likely not unique. So maybe someone has a solution. Have a great day. Thanks for having a vehicle to communicate with you.

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Hello Anonymous. You do seem to be in a pickle of which side should truly be dominant. It could go either way for you. But, like you noted some task you use your left predominantly and others your right. My thought (other than go practice some one handed shots of each) is to use the one you produce best speed with. I played trail side for almost two decades before switching to lead side dominance. There is no right or wrong answer. More what you want and need out of the swing. I switched because power wasn't the problem. I needed control. Lead side provides more control. However, since the sport has turned much into a power mans game it would be hard pressed for me not to switch back to trail for more juice. Left handed you seem to do more precise movements and trail seems the side that knows how to generate more speed through the sequence. Think about what you need from your game to improve your scores. Go from there.
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