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I watched the video related to 'Overview of the Push Release'.

Hi, I watched the video related to 'Overview of the Push Release'. I have also recently watched a video by Chuck that warned of damage to the spine caused by mixing side bend with twisting the spine during the downswing. Thanks for both videos btw, they were clear and helpful. Chuck especially talked about initiating the turn with the left side rather than the right.. I was watching the overview video and the question kept popping into my mind about how to prevent damage to your back when doing a push release, especially the combination of the compression of the right side muscles with the turning pre-empted by the push with the right hip. Check said this was a no-no as it could cause damage to the back. Have I missed something? I couldn't see how the compression of the R side was alleviated until after impact. Could you explain please? Thanks.

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Hello Tony. The side bend after impact is a necessary evil regardless of which release you use. Also, the slight compression of trail side into impact. But, with proper setup, weight shift and spine alinement you are staying in neutral to keep you safe. You will be moving through that position rather quickly and don't have to hold your body in it. The trail side release to alleviate this you would release more with the arm (throwing a ball) and the shoulders can open slightly. This will still keep you safe. You only have to worry if you don't want to (throw the ball) and use more core/chest rotation to aid in squaring up the club.
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