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 ...

Step 1 - Weight Shift

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

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I believe it would be advantageous to discuss the differences/similarities between weight shift, body mass shift and pressure shift. Any thoughts on doing a video on this topic in detail?
November 11, 2022
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Roy. I can talk to the team about this. The simplest way to think about this is weight shift/body mass is your weight (say for me 185 lbs.). Pressure is the amount of vertical force you are using with the feet.
November 11, 2022
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Matthew
Hi Craig, When initiating the transition, it feels much more natural to have a little mini squat/ sit action into lead side and then to square hips. Is this ok? I watched some videos of tiger and I see this same action. Sit into lead side Start turning/squatting together to square
December 31, 2019
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Matthew. As you start to sit the hips have to rotate a little to make sure you don't get into a closed hip slide. I just completed your review. Take a look see before we go down this road too much. I thought it looked pretty snazzy.
December 31, 2019
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Matthew
Thanks Craig! So happy the hear their good feedback!! I will work on cleaning those things up and send another video. Happy new year!
December 31, 2019
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Matthew. Happy New Year as well! Good job.
December 31, 2019
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Arthur
I am in the process of progressing from RST Instructor review of my Set Up to the practical checkout for Step 1 (Weight Shift). I would be grateful if you could clarify something for me regarding the requirements for the practical checkouts. Since the club is only introduced at Step 4, the practical checkouts for Steps 1-3 assess just the body movements only, but are to be demonstrated at full swing speed without holding a club. Is this correct?
August 4, 2019
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Arthur. Ideally, we would like to see you perform the move/drill without holding a club. This way we can make sure you are drilling correctly. Then, implement into the full swing.
August 5, 2019
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Arthur
Hi Craig, I’m sure I’ve seen in a note from Chuck that the 5-Step process will continue in parallel with the new ‘One Drill’ Bootcamp tuition programme. Is this correct? If so, I am happy to continue with the 5-Step swing reviews and look forward to my next video submission as a follow-up to your analysis/comments. Kind regards, Arthur.
August 27, 2019
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Arthur. Yes, the Bootcamp - One Drill will parallel with the 5 Step. They will work well as a unit. We can combine motions and make sure the reviews coincide with exactly with what is required.
August 27, 2019
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Rick
Hi all. Finding the RSG videos to be awesome and extremely helpful, but still having problems keeping my right shoulder from firing at the top, and resulting in the dreaded Over-The-Top/Outside-In swing path. I am trying to keep my back to the target as long as possible, but is there any other advice to help me overcome this swing-killing defect? Thanks much.
July 30, 2019
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Rick. You have to start lead arm only and focus on lower half sequencing. Easiest way to start correcting and feeling the proper motion. Take a look How to Fix Plane and Path and Two Club Drill.
July 30, 2019
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Linda
Whelp! I have been making this waaaaay to hard. This step drill was a "geez, is this all weight shift is?" moment. I cannot believe how much better I feel about my potential to get better at this game. Thanks for this.
July 17, 2019
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Linda. Great. Yes, don't over complicate the swing. Glad you enjoyed.
July 17, 2019
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Ken
When we shift weight from left to right, at the top of the swing, is it OK to lift the left heel a little bit? Then during the transition when we shift the weight from the right heel back to the left heel, is this the time to do the squat to square move? Thanks!
June 22, 2019
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Mikko-Pekka
Hello Ken. My understanding. It all depends why you feel you should lift your heel. RST claims that everyone can make a full shoulder turn ( I do believe that). If you are pulling and using your obliques (5 min. to perfect rotation) and the heel comes up then I think it is OK. Just look that you are not overturning your hips (problems w/ overturning your hips). In Winter series in the downswing section you can see Chuck doing the stomp drill which is similar what you are describing. The squat should happen automatically if you really hit your heel to the ground. Hope that helps.
June 22, 2019
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Ken
Thank you for your reply. I just got started on the RST videos. After getting into the body rotation and watching the overturning the hips video, I realized I was doing exactly that. Thanks again!
June 22, 2019
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Mikko-Pekka
No problem mate. If you are just starting with videos then I would recommend that you send your swing for review. Those awesome instructors can give you a detailed plan how to go trough the videos and direct you to the most important videos to help you build a swing of your dreams! If you want to go alone then the 5 step series is a good start. Get steps 1 and 2 down first as they are the most important ones.
June 22, 2019
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Joe
How much lateral head movement is excessive? As I shift my weight and look in a mirror, my head is moving more than 1 inch to the right. If I keep my head perfectly still, I do not feel enough weight has shifted on the backswing. My stance width is fine and in NJA.
June 21, 2019
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Joe. Stance should be 2 Inches outside of NJA . Moving more than 1 inch would be excessive. But, the head has to move. It it stays perfectly still/stable. It will be hard to achieve weight transfer. A little movement while making sure you maintain trail hip line (Weight Shift Video Part 2) will be okay.
June 21, 2019
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Michael
Hi, just started the 5 step program this week and was working on weight shift today at the simulator and i certainly feel it helped my iron game but was still struggling with the driver. Next time will get a video of it but my swing speed was less with the driver and I was having trouble getting a consistent lift off the tee. Towards the end I tipped my shoulders back a bit which helped but I was much better (swing speed and contact) with a 4 iron and nearly as far as driver , any thoughts or just continue with the program for now ?
February 23, 2019
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R.J. (Certified RST Instructor)
Seeing results early in the process can feel like a justification for the process, but positive results early in the process is not always indicative of long term success. You should be looking for results based on how your body looks in comparison to the instructors in the video. You may go through a rough patch at times, but once your swing is complete, I can assure you that you won't be disappointed with where your ball goes. That being said, your shoulders being tilted back more to get more launch out of your driver makes a lot of sense. The driver is a specialty club and there's a setup adjustment that we make to hit the driver better. However, it's best to perfect the standard swing first before we move on to making adjustments to hit your driver further.
February 23, 2019
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Tom
Hi I must be doing something wrong, can you tell me were you are told how to do the weight shift and what order do I start from. I have seen the set up, now gone onto weight shift and I have selected 5 quick start but it’s a introduction to weight shift it doesn’t actually show it? Can you help please.
February 13, 2019
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Dean
Hey Tom, open up the Full Swing Course and it will guide you though the Steps with more videos, quizzes and a practical checkout.
February 13, 2019
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Thaddieus
Weight shift and shoulder blade glide occur simultaneously, correct?
January 31, 2019
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Thaddieus. You will start to shift slightly before you rotate. But, they are pretty much in-sync.
January 31, 2019
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Thaddieus
And then the slight elevation occurs as the club starts back?
January 31, 2019
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Thaddieus. Yes, you will start adding slight elevation in the Takeaway.
January 31, 2019
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Chris
What is very most move with weight shift on takeaway?
January 16, 2019
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Chris. Pushing the trail heel into the ground. Take a look at Takeaway Overview and How to Swing from the Ground Up.
January 16, 2019
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Frédéric
Hi, Thank you for the quality of your teaching. I just started the program a week ago to rebuild my swing which was destroyed by a lot of bad advice (weight on the balls of the feet, strong grip, turn the hips fast, position of the ball ...) . It's amazing how I improved my swing only with setup and weight shift lessons. The weight transfer exercises helped me a lot. I was on the range today and it was like a "click" occurred: no need to think about the weight shift. I hit balls (1 ball for 5 drills) and I suddenly felt the downswing starting from the lower body. The upper body was effortlessly lead by the lower body. I did 3/4 swings smooth and easy, I made about 50-60% of very good shots: straight, effortless and constant (15m of dispersion), which is the most important for me at this stage of my reconstruction. I wonder if I can add the next step (core rotation) so quickly and continue with weight shift drills? Thank you for your advice and comment.
August 5, 2018
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Freferic. Glad you are enjoying the program. If you are transferring the weight well without much thought. You should be able to stack Core Rotation.
August 5, 2018
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Frédéric
Hello Craig, thank you for your quick answer. I will start adding core rotation.
August 5, 2018
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A J
Hi, I am really enjoying the step drill and am building up more reps as I go along. I am doing the Big steps at the moment. How many reps do you suggest I do, before I should start doing the smaller steps. ? Also, do you think that I should use the Rotary Connect aid whilst doing this drill. Regards Tmc.
April 17, 2018
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Tony. I don't believe you need the Connect for the above drill. The reps are all up to your movements. If you are moving well you need to challenge yourself and see at what point do you stop moving weight efficiently. Use the point where you lose it as your benchmark and do lots of proper reps at your max point. Then, proceed further.
April 17, 2018
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A J
Thanks for that Craig, Regards Tmc
April 18, 2018
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Scott
I am a new premium account member. As I work through the RST 5 step program when do you recommend that I get swing reviews? I have viewed all of the videos of the weight shift step and have completed about 15% of the drill reps for that step. Thanks, Scott M.
April 8, 2018
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Scott. Anytime is a good time for review. Feel free to upload your swing for a practice plan, or if you are happy with what you are currently drilling. Upload the drill to make sure you are doing the movements properly.
April 8, 2018
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Scott
Hi Craig, Will do. Will I have the same RST Instructor review my 6 videos? Thanks, Scott M.
April 9, 2018
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Scott. Yes. We like to keep the same instructor/student combination through swing rebuilds.
April 9, 2018
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Gavin
can you please explain exactly how the weight shift to the left side (right hander) is done? I have worked on pushing into my left heel at the top of my backswing - which has me coming in steep. is there as lateral shift first? is so, what is the move or feeling needed and sequence? Thanks
March 19, 2018
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Gavin. Take a look at Sitting Into the Left Side, Fixing Your Weight Transfer and Preventing Hip Pain. All tricks to get the weight shifted correctly. It will be lateral and rotational.
March 19, 2018
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joseph
Interesting the way in which doing this drill while in the proper set-up has actually been a workout for my lower back. It isn't causing nerve pain, but actual muscle workout from requiring my lower back holding up my torso.
January 17, 2018
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Joe. I don't mind muscle soreness and the feeling of having to workout a little. But, if you experience pain. Make sure you stop because something is amiss.
January 17, 2018
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margaret
i was only one time able to put my reps in when i go to a drill it only shows notes as a tab
November 16, 2017
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Margaret. The Rep Tracker is only under the RST 5 Step - Drill Only Videos.
November 16, 2017
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Dave
I have just started by "5 minutes to perfect setup reps". Can I start on weight shift now or do I have to complete my 1000 reps before I start on weight shift?
October 1, 2017
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Dave. Ideally, you should own the setup before advancing on.
October 1, 2017
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Dave
Thanks Craig.
October 2, 2017
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Justin
Hi, Should you also shift your weight forward when hitting driver OR should you keep most of the weight in back foot? Thanks, Justin
September 4, 2017
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Chuck (Certified RST Instructor)
You always shift
September 5, 2017
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andrew
Hi, Chuck mentioned one of the other videos about a "Bump Start" to begin the swing. I can't find this anywhere though. Could you point me to this or describe what move this is please to start the swing? Thanks, Andy
September 2, 2017
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Andy. I believe he was referring to the How to Swing From the Ground Up Video or the Winter Golf Training Program - Setup and Backswing.
September 3, 2017
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andrew
Thanks Craig, got it.
September 5, 2017
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Eric
Ok, I noticed this was extremely helpful. For some reason I was keeping my head very stable (not shifting) but the my hips weren't turning and my left shoulder would get stopped by my chin leading to a incomplete turn and chicken wing. I was keeping my weight on the inside of my right foot on the backswing. After I do the weight shift drill my hips naturally turn, which turns my head without shifting and I keep the weight on the inside of my right foot. This allows a full turn with elbow in a pointed down position. Make sense?
August 20, 2017
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Eric. Yes. You need to allow for some hip rotation going back. Let the pull of the shoulder blade and the obliques naturally pull the hips back.
August 21, 2017
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Eric
Thanks, I kind of intrigued by the connection. It seems like the weight shift turns the hip (momentum?) but also gets me over my right side with elbow pointed down/loaded. I was just trying to understand the cause and effect? Thanks. Eric
August 22, 2017
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Eric. Not much of a connection with the trail elbow staying point down. But, if you take a look at How to Swing from the Ground Up you will see how the shifting and momentum do aid.
August 22, 2017
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Eric
Thank you. Great video that I did not see before. I think you nailed it. Even with the shoulder glide I was getting to tight going back with my shoulders so in couldn't rotate back into a good position at the top (arms start pulling back into chicken wing). I had a very hard pull tendency. Excited to incorporate into my driving range work. Thanks again
August 23, 2017
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Ruel
What is my trigger to initiate the weight shift?
July 21, 2017
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Chris (Certified RST Instructor)
Hey Ruel, Your trigger should be when your body has fully loaded over into the trail side with proper hip and shoulder separation. Check out the starting the downswing before the backswing is complete video for a good way to get moving into the lead side.
July 21, 2017
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Ryan
I am both a hip spinner and an over the topper, i have a tendency to rip everything open and towards the ball from the top. Have also played some of my best golf ever this year by focusing at different points two things: the first was just keeping my arms loose and letting the club drop what felt like way inside on the downswing. The second is trying to leave my hands back where they were at the end of the backswing. I believe I have figured out that if I swing naturally while feeling like I keep my head in roughly the same spot from the takeaway until after impact, everything else takes care of itself. This also makes sense to me because the eyes are so important to the nervous system and athletic movements in general. Just wondering if this has worked for other people and what you (RST) think of the concept
July 18, 2017
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Ryan. The head will have to move in the golf swing to shift weight properly. Albeit, not very much. But, it won't stay completely static. If you were overly moving off the ball, then your thoughts would make sense. Creating a little stabilization. The feeling of leaving the hands back is good as well. Also, if your drop inside was created a little more by weight shift, pull, and gravity. It would be more repeatable for you (How to Fix Plane and Path Video).
July 18, 2017
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Joseph
I have seen it posted a couple of times regarding playing a round undoes 2 trips to the range. I'm assuming that means playing the round will ultimately reinforce some bad habits that haven't been worked out and it will take 2 practice sessions to work through those. With the 5 step system we are working on several things before the club itself is introduced. With the line of thinking from above, should I hold off on going to the range until the prescribed # of reps are completed in the pre club drills?
July 5, 2017
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Joesph. Ideally, yes you would like to wait until you have completed the prior reps.
July 5, 2017
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Brian
Hi Guys, I just finished the Orlando Clinic. I have begun all my drills and I am focused on weight shift. So, at the end of the take-a-way, the club is at 9:00, toe up. Hips with no rotation, shoulders with 45 degrees of rotation. How much of the weight has shifted to the right side, all 80% or something less? Thanks, Brian Kornblatt Savannah
May 22, 2017
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Brian
Hi Craig, Thank you. Back to the drills!! Brian
May 24, 2017
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Brian. The goal is to have 80% shifted in the takeaway. From there to the top the weight shouldn't be moving much at all.
May 23, 2017
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tom
Hi, How does weight shift and shallowing of the club on the downswing reconcile with people who can hit the ball 300 yards on one leg and can hit the ball miles on their knees etc?
May 8, 2017
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Tom. Lag and Release constitute more than 60% of your power. You can load your wrists manually and train how to release it. However, it is much tougher to learn. And, you aren't using biomechanics leading to less efficiency.
May 8, 2017
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Ian
I have a good understanding of weight shift requirements but from the top of the backswing, I find it difficult to move the weight completely forward without a certain amount of pushing off with the right foot which I know is incorrect. I see in the comment below you suggest pulling the weight with the left hip. I find this alone is not dynamic enough to get a good weight shift going forward. I'm fit and flexible so this is not the issue. I have been doing the weight shift exercises but if you think about it this requires a certain amount of pushing off with the right foot to make the step. I shall be grateful for your comments to tackle this problem. Ian
March 25, 2017
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Ian. Think if you stood straight up and down. Weight balanced 50/50 in proper golf stance width. If I asked you to rock or put all your weight on your trail leg without lifting your lead leg. Would you push yourself over there or simply rock/settle into trail leg. Now, the same going to the lead leg. If I told you to now put all weight on your lead leg without picking up trail leg. Would you require push to place the weight? You simply would move the weight back to the lead side. Not push or jump of trail leg/foot. Take a look at Preventing Hip Pain to understand how to pull the weight better. But, you shouldn't require push to transfer from side to side.
March 25, 2017
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Ray
I am working on getting the club to the top correctly, but than have a question on the start of the downswing. There are a lot of videos on the website (good one) but i am a little confused on the start of the downswing. I have seen, lateral shift to the left, roll the left knee out, set to squat. What is the sequence of the moves or are they all incorporated into the transition?
February 18, 2017
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Ray. You are looking to externally rotate the lead knee, pull the weight with lead hip adduction, and sit into the glute. Take a look at Fixing Your Weight Transfer. It will give you a good description of the start.
February 18, 2017
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Martyn
Hi. I've been using RST for about a year or so, but haven't really followed the drills in order, so now I want to start to set that right. I am starting the 5 step ptogram, and watched the intro to weight shift and the step (side to side) drill. However, that is the only drill on my dashboard list. The next item down is Deeper Learning. 2 questions ... I) why does my dashboard look different to the one I see Chuck explain where the 5 step drills are all arranged down the middle column? 2) I know I've seen a weight shift drill with chuck in the gym, arms folded across his chest etc ... why don't I see that next on my dashboard list? Oh, third question ... how do I start to record my reps? I'm keen to get going for real so pls help! Thanks
February 14, 2017
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Martyn. Click "Dashboard" directly under the Video Menu Button. You should have a list of all the videos and the column straight down of the 5 Step Series. I am unsure why you don't have the RSA Core Drill. It might not be listed yet as it was a specialty video and will be apart of a whole new series. I will leave a link below. To record your reps you will only have the tracker under the 5 Step Drill Only Videos. https://rotaryswing.com/videos/full-swing-basics/rotary-swing-5-step-golf-swing-system/core-rotation-left-arm-club-rsa
February 14, 2017
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Martyn
Hi Craig. I've done that and the layout looks totally different to what I see on Chuck's dashboard video guide. All I can think of doing is sending an email to RST with screenshots so you can see what I mean.
February 15, 2017
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Martyn. That is the best idea. Send some screenshots to Customer Service. Happy to help.
February 15, 2017
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David
I am keen to stop injury during/after golf. I know i have a tendency to bend from the waist not the hips which leads to a tight SI joint, i think that's what it is called, a day or so after golf, but i also find that i get sore on the outside of the hips despite doing gym work on the glutes. Any advice welcomed. David
February 6, 2017
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello David. It sounds like you are pushing the hip against the socket wall. Make sure you load the trail glute and allow for hip rotation (Weight Shift Video Part 2). Take a look at (Preventing Hip Pain) to load the lead glute without pushing. And, finally (Anchor to the Ground) to keep the pressure more on the insteps. I apologize, I don't have any specific stretches for the SI Joint. But, you can find plenty of stretches online.
February 7, 2017
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Jesse
Question: I live in Southwestern PA, where we constantly deal with uneven lies. So, does every shot necessitate a weight shift? Oftentimes we are faced with a sidehill, uphill or downhill lie, where it is very difficult to shift weight during a swing. On these lies I have had a difficult time trying to shift my weight and make good contact. I end up using more of an arms-only swing. So should I endeavor to inject weight in EVERY shot? Thanks.
February 6, 2017
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Jesse. Go to the Video Menu --> Bonus Series --> Specialty Shots. We have 3 videos dealing with weight shift and setup due to uneven lies.
February 7, 2017
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Jesse
Thanks Craig!
February 7, 2017
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charles
Can you please estimate what percentage of my weight should be on my right side at Setup, and at the top of the Take away? And should it be mostly on the inside of my right foot? I tried finding this somewhere else before I asked, but no luck.
January 9, 2017
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Charles. At setup the weight should be balanced 50/50. Approximately 80% of the weight will shift in the takeaway. It should be over the ankle joint trending to be more on the inside of the foot versus allowing it to roll to the outside.
January 9, 2017
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Antti
Must I fire my right glute somehow during the backswing or in the end of back swing? I feel that my right knee bends a little in the end of backswing as a result from hip rotation. Is this bending enough or must I sit down a little more to fire my right glute? Or is it all done if I fire my both glutes by going down - sitting down - in the beginning of the downswing?
December 5, 2016
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Antti. If your right glute is engaged that should be sufficient enough. If the right legs bends a touch and you can feel the weight is placed with glute engagement. You don't need to add much more sit or bend to be sufficiently on the right side.
December 5, 2016
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Ryan
Where should the lead shoulder be after the initial shift over before you post up (about halfway through the downswing)?
November 9, 2016
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Ryan. The lead shoulder before the post up and after the initial shift will be just shy of NJA.
November 9, 2016
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William
Good Afternoon all @ TeamRotary! How many reps are we talking about in each section of the 5 Step System? Have a great weekend! William
October 14, 2016
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello William. A minimum of 100 quality reps per session. It takes 3000-5000 to master, but after about 1000 you should be pretty proficient and can start stacking other pieces if you don't lose the prior piece when adding.
October 14, 2016
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Shane
So that's literally a 1000 reps of the weight shift drill alone ?
January 3, 2017
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Richard
Sorry Craig, I found it. thanks, Richard
October 8, 2016
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Richard. No problem.
October 8, 2016
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Cullen
Question: Are you advocating starting the weight-shift to left ankle while completing the shoulder-elevation and rt. arm flexion inorder to allow the wrist to set or does the elevation complete before shifting the weight?
September 9, 2016
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Cullen. Most players start a slight weight shift back to the lead side before the backswing is finished. Wrist set will be gradual in the backswing and shifting back to the lead side will help increase the lag or wrist angle due to the change in momentum. Take a look at Starting the Downswing Before Completing the Backswing.
September 9, 2016
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Cullen
Thanks, that is the video that I was referring to in my question. Great site!
September 9, 2016
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Thanks Cullen. Appreciate the compliment.
September 9, 2016
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GC
Where can we download chucks swing for reference?
August 25, 2016
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello GC. The only way to access the swing would be to upload one of yours into the Self Analysis Section and compare from there.
August 26, 2016
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Michael
Is the natural shallowing of the club in this exercise sufficient ?. What position would you expect the hands and arms to be towards the end of the downswing, is parale to the ground in line with feet before firing wrists about correct. Keeping right shoulder back seems critical
August 9, 2016
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Michael. Making sure the trail shoulder doesn't push through is very important. There should be enough shallowing in this drill. The club would be close to the position you describe.
August 9, 2016
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Ronald
Help! How do you really shit your weight and hold your head in the same spot? Your head weights about 17 pounds. HELP!
July 12, 2016
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Ronald. I think maybe a typo above . While "shifting" the weight the head will have to move a little. You don't want the head staying perfectly stagnant in the swing.
July 12, 2016
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Ronald
Yes on the typo, shift. What would say is "a Little"?
July 12, 2016
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Ronald. The head will move about an inch or so back and through. Take a look at Fixing Your Weight Transfer and Preventing Hip Pain Video.
July 12, 2016
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Paul
steve paul here thanks for the swing review .somehow i knew this was a big problem so i will get back to work on this. every once in a while you get it right and i get a great shot away.i also notice not getting proper arm elevation. ok talk to you next time
June 24, 2016
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Steve. Glad you found the review helpful. Get to work on that weight transfer.
June 25, 2016
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Troy
I don't feel as though as I get the correct weight shift to the rear and lead sides. Without having the Flight Scope technology to see how much pressure I'm putting into each leg, is there a way I know / or a feeling I have put enough weight into each side?
June 22, 2016
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Troy. Without a Boditrak it would be tough to tell. Your only test would be picking up the opposite foot. It should be relatively easy to accomplish because of lack of weight bearing or load.
June 22, 2016
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Paul
I still have a problem with weight shift. I have tried to keep back (belt buckle drill) to avoid the hip spin but as soon as soon as I square up and then fire...the right arm..I am so strong from the right that my ball contact is actually fine but find that at finish I have way too much weight on the right leg. an exaggeration of this is the fall back sensation. My should line steepens and I don't stay covered over the ball as I post up. One solution is not to swing so hard but I lose distance.
June 15, 2016
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Chris (Certified RST Instructor)
Hey Paul, are you due for a swing review by chance? We would love to be able to take a close look at this with you and see if we can offer some clear guidance on how to fix this issue.
June 16, 2016
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Drew
The explanation on HOW to shift left was a game changer for me. I can tell that I've never posted up quite right before this. Never had a straight left leg at impact. Also, I would often lose the tush line, end with my weight forward, and in extreme cases, a very awkward and abbreviated follow through. Very excited to take this to the course.
June 10, 2016
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Drew. Thanks for the post. Love hearing the excitement of our teachings.
June 11, 2016
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Dan
Hi. I have been working on the weight shift for almost 4 weeks now but not sure I am getting it right. When I narrow my stance in order to get my weight shifted all the way to my left I find myself blocking my shots (especially driver) to the right. I think this is because I am loosing my balance (numb feet) and swaying left. If I take a wider stance the block shot goes away but the weight is not shifted all the way left. I have been struggling with swaying a long time and only seem to control it with a wider stance. Is there anything else I can try to stop the swaying with a narrower stance? (Note: Please don't tell me I need to see a physical therapist for the balance/numb feet problem (been there; done that; no help - it is something I need to live it!).
June 3, 2016
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Dan. No therapist needed. Few things that may help. 1) Take a look at the Anchor to the Ground Video. 2) Take a look at the Proper Tee Height Video to help with setup adjustments. You can be a touch wider with the driver. 3) Fixing Your Weight Transfer and Preventing Hip Pain Video - Both will help with the proper pulling motion.
June 3, 2016
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Dave
Hi guys, new member here. How many repetitions should we be aiming for in a session, then roughly how many sessions before adding the next step.
June 2, 2016
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Dave. A minimum of 100 quality reps per session. It takes 3000-5000 to master, but after about 1000 you should be pretty proficient and can start stacking other pieces.
June 2, 2016
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Walter
All of the Rotary Videos on YouTube can be Cast to my TV . Is there a way to Cast videos from Rotaryswing.com to TV ? Why not?
May 30, 2016
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Chris (Certified RST Instructor)
The videos on the website are protected for premium members only and we have to host them privately through different company away from youtube. You should be able to stream whatever is playing on your laptop screen if you are using a chromecast or something of that nature.
May 31, 2016
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leeric
Great videos. How do you know when it's time to move on to the next sequence? It is something visual from the drills that you will see? Is it seeing a breakdown in the fundamentals you engrained in the prior step when you move on to the next?
May 1, 2016
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Leeric. Both. You can start to see the trail foot start to push through and lift up too early. Also, if you move to the next step and the wheels start to fall off. Back down a step to get more quality reps in.
May 2, 2016
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Evan
Great drill. I do have trouble shifting weight and have been trying to figure it out , this will help with the sequencing. One thing Mr.Quinton mentions was about the down cock of the wrist and the cocking. I always thought they cocked naturally or you did that when the club was parallel to the ground by elevation of right elbow. I guess the idea or question is do I try to cock them or just shift the weight as I get close the top ? Evan
April 30, 2016
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Evan. The wrists need to gradually cock as you reach the top. Some players will allow this to happen naturally due to the weight of the club head. Others need to train a little wrist cocking or set. When you shift the weight to the lead side you want to allow the wrist set to increase due to the change in momentum or direction back to the lead side.
April 30, 2016
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John
This video changed everything for me. I don't know why it took this video to make things click in the right direction. Thanks
April 30, 2016
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello John. Glad this video helped point you in the right direction.
April 30, 2016

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