Webinar 1: The Core
Webinar 1: The Core

Get to the "core" of the issue in your swing and understand how THE GOAT makes his swing s ...

Webinar 2: Core Power & Putting
Webinar 2: Core Power & Putting

In webinar 2, we discuss the Core Power video and how to grip the club properly so you can ...

Webinar 3 - Compression & Clubface Control
Webinar 3 - Compression & Clubface Control

Control & compression, that's the name of the game in ball striking and when you follow th ...

Webinar 4 - Fascia & Effortless Power
Webinar 4 - Fascia & Effortless Power

This is a webinar I did with the RSA members on how to load the fascial lines. This will h ...

Larry's Lesson - Pt 1
Larry's Lesson - Pt 1

The #1 most important thing you have to learn in the golf swing is how to release the club ...

Larry's Lesson Pt 2
Larry's Lesson Pt 2

Larry's Lesson Part 2

Larry's Lesson Day 2 - Part 1
Larry's Lesson Day 2 - Part 1

Starting in Day 2, we begin to work on Larry's body movement to sync up with his hand spee ...

Larry's Lesson Day 2 - Pt 2 - Using the Hackmotion
Larry's Lesson Day 2 - Pt 2 - Using the Hackmotion

Now we begin to use the Hackmotion to make a huge change in Larry's shut faced takeaway an ...

Larry's Lesson - Day 3 - Pt 3 - Swinging w/ Speed
Larry's Lesson - Day 3 - Pt 3 - Swinging w/ Speed

In the final part of the lesson we start getting Larry to pick up his pace to naturally re ...

How to Swing on Plane w/ The GOAT Code
How to Swing on Plane w/ The GOAT Code

Have you been searching for the right feeling to get the club to naturally swing on one pl ...

How the Hips Move in a Throwing Pattern
How the Hips Move in a Throwing Pattern

How the hips move in a throwing pattern in the golf swing.

How to Compress the Ball & Get Shaft Lean Lesson
How to Compress the Ball & Get Shaft Lean Lesson

Do you struggle with casting the club and losing lag? No compression on the ball? This gol ...

Winter Golf Training Program - Setup
Winter Golf Training Program - Setup

Our premium golf training program for winter months

Proper Muscle Activation
Proper Muscle Activation

Understanding how to properly activate muscles is critical for producing effortless power ...

Golf Grip Checkpoint Tips
Golf Grip Checkpoint Tips

For years, golf instructors have put band-aids on your golf grip and your golf swing by m ...

Should You Splay Your Feet At Setup
Should You Splay Your Feet At Setup

In a perfect golf setup, should your feet point out or be square to the target? This premi ...

Connect to Your Core - Get in Box
Connect to Your Core - Get in Box

This video gives you a drill to get connected to your core and "in the box." It is imperat ...

Fix Your Setup For More Power
Fix Your Setup For More Power

Did you know that a simple setup change can increase your distance off the tee? In this ...

The Golf Grip and Being Out of the Box
The Golf Grip and Being Out of the Box

Another video to disspell some of the common swing myths. This one deals with the old adag ...

The Gorilla Grip
The Gorilla Grip

Here’s a golf instruction myth about the grip that can’t die soon enough. The myth sta ...

Problems Caused by Poor Ball Position
Problems Caused by Poor Ball Position

Having the ball in the wrong position will not only cost you accuracy, but as this video t ...

How Your Setup is Causing Your Left Arm to Bend
How Your Setup is Causing Your Left Arm to Bend

I bet you've never heard this explanation for why your left arm is bending at the top of y ...

Phase 1 Follow Along
Phase 1 Follow Along

Learn how to practice your golf swing productively and follow along with a pro in this pra ...

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 ...

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 ...

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

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 ...

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 ...

Phase 2 Follow Along
Phase 2 Follow Along

In Phase 2, you learn how to take your straight shots you learned in Phase 1 and add effor ...

Bonus Challenge 1 - Curving the Ball
Bonus Challenge 1 - Curving the Ball

Bonus Challenge 1 is about learning how to curve the ball in both directions. This challen ...

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 ...

Phase 3 Follow Along
Phase 3 Follow Along

It's in Phase 3 where you will start to really experience power AND control like never bef ...

Bonus Challenge 2 - Trajectory Control
Bonus Challenge 2 - Trajectory Control

Bonus Challenge 2 is where you become the master of your own destiny by learning how to co ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Bonus Challenge 3 - 9 Ball Challenge
Bonus Challenge 3 - 9 Ball Challenge

Bonus Challenge 3 is the culmination of all that you have learned. You will learn how to t ...

AXIOM Introduction
AXIOM Introduction

Have you been looking for a wait to learn a tour pro swing through a simple feeling so you ...

The AXIOM Golf Video
The AXIOM Golf Video

What if you could learn a swing just like the tour pros, increase your distance and consis ...

AXIOM and the DEAD Drill
AXIOM and the DEAD Drill

How does the AXIOM work with the DEAD Drill to build a consistent golf swing? Find out how ...

AXIOM Golf Discover Your Natural Rhythm & Tempo
AXIOM Golf Discover Your Natural Rhythm & Tempo

At last, a simple way to have perfect rhythm and tempo on every shot.

Justin Rose AXIOM Force Plate Study
Justin Rose AXIOM Force Plate Study

Want to see proof of the AXIOM in tour pros with irrefutable data? Then look no further th ...

AXIOM in Jessica Korda
AXIOM in Jessica Korda

Top ranked LPGA star Jessica Korda is a wonderful example of power and simplicity as she d ...

AXIOM in Jon Rahm
AXIOM in Jon Rahm

A perfect example of the AXIOM can be seen in tour pro and top ranked Jon Rahm. This compa ...

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

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If you who have already watched the complete 5 Minutes to the Perfect Backswing video, this is a great practice tool which accompanies that video. Creating the proper backswing positions will allow you to hit the ball dead solid and bomb your drives. Watch the full length video available to Premium Members and use this video as a refresher to help your practice sessions.

  • Shoulder elevation - bottom of elbows to bottom of pecs
  • Right elbow pit - facing straight up
  • Right elbow flexion - no more than 90°
  • Forearm rotation - 45°
  • Upper arm external rotation - 10-15°
  • Grab left thumb in right hand - some left arm rotation is fine
  • If elevation is correct, the left wrist will block the view of the right eye
  • Hinge from the hips, get a little bit of knee bend, and rotate back

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Eric
I think shoulder elevation was a big piece missing in my swing. I always worked on rotating in my golf swing, but without the elevation I would get stuck behind myself. It gives you a low take-away and you have to raise your arms up to get into any kind of a reasonable top of the back swing, which leaves you stuck with a flying right elbow. The combination of starting with the core oblique muscles to rotate with some elevation just feels really good (traces the movements of the book drill). I will keep an eye on the right elbow pit. I've also changed REF to WFEF, since i want to think about putting some weight into my right foot, weight shift. THANKS
September 17, 2019
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Eric. Yes, you must have some elevation to keep the arms in front and from going deep. Check out the 4 Square Drill.
September 17, 2019
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Chad
craig, I looked at the 4 square drill but if I concentrate on keeping my hands in front then I feel like I don't turn the right shoulder behind me, yet if I do a proper rotation and turn my right shoulder behind me then I feel like my hands whip too far to the inside, any suggestions? I guessing my hands should come in as I turn my right shoulder but I need to elevate, but I elevate way too much and get across the line at the top.
July 14, 2019
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Chad. Take a look at the Pool Noodle Drill to try and plug the pieces in slowly. Also, How to Keep the Left Arm Straight Video. You must allow for the lead arm to rotate from the shoulder socket to help set the plane and not cross the line while adding elevation.
July 14, 2019
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Kevin
I'm struggling with my left arm in the backswing. I am trying to keep connection to my pec but can't understand why I get it so far across my chest at the top of the backswing event though it appears I'm rotating. If I just elevate and rotate my backswing feels very short and choppy. I also feel like I dont make a good coil / rotate. Looking for some thoughts or feels on the connection of the left arm - thanks
April 23, 2019
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Kevin. 1. You need to maintain better trail knee/glute load. You are losing your flexion too much which is affecting coil feel and hip turn (Load Right Leg Video). 2. You are pushing the arms across the chest. The arm swing should feel very short. They do relatively nothing in the swing. Slight elevation and flexion. Take a look at the 4 Square Drill Video to see how they stay in front. Also, How to Keep the Left Arm Straight Video to see how the lead arm rotates properly, but stays in front. And, the 5 Minutes to the Perfect Backswing Pitfalls Video for some checkpoints.
April 23, 2019
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Kevin
Thanks Craig..I think i have some opportunity with my right arm folding too much based on the "left arm straight drill" Appreciate your fast responses
April 23, 2019
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Kevin. Most welcome and thanks for the compliment.
April 23, 2019
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Donlee
When I elevate as described (right elbow to bottom of pec), and incorporate prescribed flexion and rotation; my left forearm does not block my right eye. In fact, to achieve that position, I have to elevate a couple inches more. So which is more important, elevating to bottom of my pec or to a height sufficient to block my right eye?
November 14, 2017
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Donlee. Elevation is variable in the golf swing. You may have a little more or a little less than the base of the pectorals. The blocking out of the trail eye helps maintain the arms in front. Your goal should be focused more on keeping them in front rather than perfect elevation.
November 14, 2017
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Michael
Thank you for the latest video review insight. I can see all too clearly how my right arm folds too much and makes my swing narrow and long. The instruction is great. I am practicing hard and trying to really get into the positions shown and described. It is much more difficult than I imagined. Is there a typical time to see improvement from the many students that are using this site? As I am semi retired I am practicing the moves often. How much time needs to be spent to make rapid improvement.
June 14, 2016
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Chris (Certified RST Instructor)
Hey Michael, check out the learning how to learn video and other videos in the intro section that discuss what it takes to ingrain a movement pattern. Also, a great book that we really promote called the talent code. Glad you are enjoying the videos and the instruction and we look forward to working with you more on your game.
June 14, 2016
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Michael
Just reviewed the learning videos again as you suggested. I get it. And as said in the video "learning fast and practicing hard" means practicing the drills correctly and stacking bits of learning together with the appropriate feedback tools. I need to be my own teacher with your help. I just needed reminding. Thanks.
June 14, 2016
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Chris (Certified RST Instructor)
My pleasure Michael. We are all here to help you 100%.
June 14, 2016
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Christoph
Two quick questions: if I want the hands / arms to cover my right eye as shown in the video, I need to elevate my right elbow higher than the lower pec. Maybe I have a longer neck, no idea. Should I rather focus on the lower pec (and have the arm below my right eye) or do I need the eye to be covered (by elevating the right elbow more towards shoulder height)? Then, how "straight" should the left arm be after bending the right elbow to 80-90 degrees? I feel that naturally there is always just a tiny amount of bend. Is that ok? If I really try to keep the left arm completely straight, then I feel that I have a hard time reaching the 80-90 degree bend of the right elbow and, more importantly, it really tenses up the whole posture, which is not necessarily a good think right? Thanks a lot!
May 8, 2016
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Christoph. The eye is a checkpoint. This can vary a little depending on a someone's genetics. Base of pectoral is the ultimate goal. The left arm should be straight. It can be a little soft in the elbow. I don't want you to lock it out. One reason you might be experiencing the tension is not allowing for any wrist set.
May 9, 2016
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tony
With limited rt shoulder external rotation at the top like clay talked about, how much should the rt wrist be flexed (cupped?) while left is flat.
March 23, 2016
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Tony. The trail wrist will be cupped mid way. Not as much as holding a tray or as straight as a board. What you will need is to allow for a little more trail forearm rotation. This will give you the ability to be on a better path. Take a look at the Fix the Flying Elbow and 3 Functions of the Right Arm. If you lack the ability for external humeral rotation. As you fold the trail arm allow for some forearm rotation.
March 23, 2016
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Gary
Why does my right hand lifeline lose connection with my left thumb during my backswing? It's causing me inconsistency . I'm not sure but I also think my left heel pad may move about also, could that be gripping too much in the fingers with the left? Any help would be grateful, thanks.
February 17, 2016
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Gary
I think it could possibly be coming from the right arm breaking down
February 18, 2016
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Gary. Take a look at the Golf Grip Tips first to check your hand position. Secondly, it sounds like you are supporting your plane in the trail arm. Take a look at Creating a Swing Plane and the 3 Functions of the Right Arm. Make sure the club settles a little into the trail wrist.
February 22, 2016
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Tom
Hi Craig, I reviewed this video because I have been trying to determine how much elbow bend I should have and when. When I start my backswing I have been working on keeping my right knee bent and keeping my right elbow straight. I have always struggled to keep my backswing wide so I have spent a lot of time on the wide-narrow-wide video. I have a tendency to bend my right elbow when I get to the top of my backswing or I get in an uncomfortable position at the top went I try to keep my right elbow straight too long. What do you suggest since you know my swing? Finally, I received one of the weekly RST videos this week and their was an offer to receive 15% off on training aids. It appeared to be offered to people who were not premium members already. Can premium members get this deal as well and what do you think of me purchasing Perseus Anchor knee brace and the RotaryConnect tool? I think they would help with the swing items you are having me work on. Also, I purchased one of the Smash Bags from a local golf store and it fell apart in 3-4 months. Is that normal? It had a 90 day limited warranty but I was surprised it fell apart so quickly. Thanks again for you help and advice!
February 11, 2016
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Tom. Depending on the use with the smash bag. Some have been known to fall apart faster than others. I've had mine for 6 years with no problem. Probably, luck of the draw. You would have to ask Customer Service about the discount. They work on a different part of the system from the training aid store stand point. I don't think the Perseus Anchor or RotaryConnect would hurt your training at all. They might provide some new insight or feelings. However, you are on the cusp of maybe not needing them at all. I understand the feeling of the trail arm staying too straight. You can lock it too much and create discomfort. At some point the trail arm has to bend. I would try thinking from the 9 O'clock or takeaway position. Elevate, then add a little flexion + humeral rotation. Make sure you allow for the club to settle in the right wrist. Take a look at the 3 Functions of the Right Arm Video. Chris has redone the video with some new training and talks about the right wrist. It might be the key to help with discomfort.
February 11, 2016
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Johan
Clay, as you complete the takeaway the left wrist is still cupped from the setup and to keep you from going inside on the takeaway it is kept a little cupped. When does the transition to a flat left wrist happen and how is it done? Is it a biproduct of the 45 degree rotation? Can you explain in a little more detail than in this video?
January 14, 2016
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Chris (Certified RST Instructor)
Hey Johan, the rotation of the wrist coupled with the natural cocking of the wrist (setting the club), will inherently make the wrist work to a more flat position in the takeaway. Try rotating just wrist and then cocking it (ulnar deviation) and you will see that it flattens on its own. See the "using the wrists effectively and efficiently" video for further explanation of the movements.
January 14, 2016
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Stephen
Hi Craig, In this video Clay mentions about turning the right arm 45 degrees. However, in the 5 mins to the perfect backswing video "turning the wrist 45 degrees" is not mentioned. He says about flexing the right arm and this will rotate the left (lead) arm. Should I concentrate on trying to have45 degrees in the right wrist at the top of the backswing. When I do the backswing drills from Chucks videos my right wrist doesn't rotate but my lead arm does? Thanks for help. Stephen
December 9, 2015
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Stephen. As in the "3 Functions Video" where you can see the right forearm rotate is a key component. The folding of the right arm is what allows the left arm to rotate properly. You need to allow for some of the right arm rotation. More require this than others because of variances in the amount of external humeral rotation one can add. Clay cannot add a lot of external. Therefore, he really has to focus on making sure there is some rotation of the right arm not only for the club, but to help keep the right arm in place.
December 9, 2015
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Brian
Hello does the rotation of the forearm 45 degrees and 10 degrees external arm rotation help to get left wrist flat at top of swing? My tendency is cupped at top especially with driver. Should I continue with drill until wrist is flat or is slight bow acceptable?
November 13, 2015
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Brian. The lead arm will rotate as a function of folding the trail arm correctly. When you reach the top the trail wrist will have a little hinge/set. The lead arm rotation and the subtle move in the trail wrist will help flatten it at the top. Take a look at the Using the Wrist Effectively and Efficiently Video.
November 15, 2015
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Bob
To James rayson. On my last review you asked me for a response. My swing is okay my distance sucks I am turning better on the takeaway am having problems with my positions at the top of my swing will keep at it. I like your recommendation on transsitition. Will work on it. For your information I hit the driver consistently straight but my carry is 180 to 190 with no release or roll
October 28, 2015
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james (Certified RST Instructor)
Hey bob thanks for the message! Work on these backswing drills and then this will have a carry over effect to help your transition and we can ramp up your distance! Enjoy the drills mate!
October 29, 2015
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fulbert
For someone who's slightly across the line because the right elbow is outside the right shirt seam will this feel more of being laid of and flat at the top?
October 20, 2015
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Fulbert. Yes, it will feel more laid off. However, in actuality you are matching your parallel shift plane better.
October 20, 2015
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Chris
Trying to make sure I'm getting into the right position at the top. In this video Clay says the left arm should slightly cover the right eye. If I get to the position then rotate it seems my hands are higher then Chucks hands are in the other backswing videos.
August 7, 2015
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Christopher. As you bend and rotate into position keeping the head looking at the ball. You left arm won't be blocking the right eye. Take a look at the Pitfalls Video in this Section. I discuss the same topic and you will be able to see.
August 8, 2015
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Loran
This hands on golf club below the right eye line is for every golfer...of different body types and height? Any higher than that is considered high shoulder elevation that leads to a reverse pivot?...a curvature of the spine?
June 27, 2015
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Loan. If the lead arm leaves the trail eye then you have either elevated too much or rotated the lead arm to an excessive degree. It should be the same relative to body size. Higher than this position can easily lead to over swinging an a reverse pivot type position.
June 27, 2015
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GARY
Hi. During this drill I have been told to not let my left arm bend and that rotating it will prevent it from bending. When I do this then I end up having my right eye blocked by the middle of my left forearm and not the wrist as the video says??? By the way thanks for the advice re: my SLAP type 2 tear.
June 12, 2015
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Gary. It will block roughly the forearm/wrist position. It sounds like you are on the right track. However, check to make sure you aren't adding more than 90 degrees of flexion with the trail arm.
June 12, 2015
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Lee
Hi, I might be having a problem keeping the right arm in front of me as it appears that it is swinging open. The left arm is remaining extended and I have a nice triangle at the top so position looks good. Can you clarify the right arm position at the top and relation in front of the shoulder? thanks!
May 25, 2015
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Lee. Take a look at the 3 Functions of the Right Arm in this same section. You want to maintain the connection of the upper right bicep and pectoral.
May 25, 2015
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Jeffrey
Hi. I can't seem to find an answer to this in the videos or comments. How much wrist set (or lag) should we have at the top of the backswing before we "downcock" and proceed with the downswing? In other words, what is the ideal angle between our wrists and forearms at the top before we transition? I know that we should have 25% of wrist set during the takeaway, but 25% of what?? I think I tend to "overset" my wrists on the backswing, causing the club to go past parallel and resulting in a lack of an ability to downcock. I think this causes me to cast the club rather than keep or create lag in my downswing. Thanks!
May 22, 2015
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Jeffery. Take a look at the Pencil Tee Drill in the Takeaway Advanced Section and the 5 Minutes to the Perfect Backswing Pitfalls (3rd Segment in the Video). 25% of wrist set would equal club parallel to the ground and hands inline with the base of the trail pocket. Given the shoulder elevation is correct. In the pitfalls video I describe the angle and box formation at the top.
May 22, 2015
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Stephen
Hi craig, on this video clay talks about rotating his right forearm 45 degrees at the top of his swing. i recognise that i dont do this. should i concentrate in getting this engrained into my swing. when i rotate my left wrist it doesnt not rotate my right wrist that much at the top of my swing. what is the importance 45 degrees rotation of the right wrist
May 16, 2015
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Stephen. The rotation of the trail arm helps set the club on the plane and maintain the external humeral rotation. Keeps the scapula in the proper location to allow addition of core rotational speed in the downswing. I haven't seen an issue with this in your swing. But, will be happy to check next review.
May 16, 2015
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David
I have a problem keeping my left arm straight in the backswing. Is there an exercise or video covering this please
April 5, 2015
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello David. The left arm bends because the right arm bends too much. If you keep the right arm from bending more the 90 degrees. It will be hard to bend the left arm. Take a look at the 3 Functions of the Right Arm in the Advanced Backswing Section. No more than 90 degrees of flexion with the right, will keep the left straight.
April 5, 2015
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Brian
Does the 45 degree forearm and 10 degree arm rotation / movement occur naturally during the backswing? Or is it some that has to be practiced. Also is there another video that shows a flat left wrist at the top. Thanks
November 1, 2014
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R.J. (Certified RST Instructor)
Brian, Yes, it's the natural progression getting from the end of the takeaway to the top of the backswing with your right elbow flexion and right humerus rotation. Every backswing video will have a flat wrist at the top of the swing. R.J.
November 2, 2014
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Gregory
How much shoulder turn should you have when the club is at hip height in the backswing? Is too much shoulder turn right off the ball a good or bad thing? I struggle with whipping the club inside and not sure if it is overactive hands ( or leg arm , see I am learning!) or too much shoulder turn early. Thanks Greg
October 8, 2014
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Gregory. You want 45 degrees of shoulder turn and the completion of the takeaway or club parallel to ground. It is rare to see a player over rotate to this position, not saying it doesn't happen though. It's more than likely over active hands. Focus on the Bucket Drill in the Takeaway Section and the Understanding Shoulder Elevation Video in the Backswing Section.
October 9, 2014
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Pierre
Thank you that helps a lot!
October 7, 2014
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Pierre. Your Welcome. Glad you liked!
October 7, 2014
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Toby
I have made screenshots of the positions Chuck (in "Completing the Backswing") and Clay (in this video) indicate shoulder elevation should put your elbows. I have adjusted the screenshots to account for size differences. Unfortunately I cannot post an image here, but the two position have nothing at all to do with each other.
September 28, 2014
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hello Toby. Shoulder elevation is to the base of the pectoral. If you are confused about the position or the images you captured. You may email them to me to. I have no problem taking a look. craig@rotaryswing.com
September 28, 2014
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Seth
Is there a gradual forearm rotation in each arm during the entire back swing? At full speed during the backswing I would think there would be a blend of the takeaway and completing the backswing into one fluid movement, giving the feeling of slight rotation for each forearm throughout the entire backswing.
June 20, 2014
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Yes, there is gradual rotation in the forearms. The rotation will be mostly passive. And the majority will happen from the takeaway to the top as right elbow flexion occurs. Pulling the left arm across center line and allowing for forearm rotation.
June 20, 2014
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claudio
I have a relatively strong grip and naturally my flat left wrist at the top is cupped. In my last swing review I was advised to have a flat left wrist at the top. I tried to flatten my left wrist at the top; it feels awkward and the club face looks very closed at top. My understanding is that what it is really important is to have a flat left wrist at impact. My questions are: - Is it truly necessary to have a flat left wrist at the top?. - How should I manipulate my left wrist? At setup, at the top or in the downswing (currently, my left wrist goes flat naturally at impact?
May 29, 2014
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
Hey Claudio, we would like to get the wrist as flat as possible at the top. If the wrist is cupped, we will require more manipulation to square up the face at the bottom. And there's not a whole lot of time to do that. Make sure it isn't to strong at Setup. That is the first culprit. Make sure the V between you thumb and index finger is pointing in-between the head and right shoulder. Check to make sure you are getting the proper left forearm rotation at the top due to the folding of the right arm. In the above video at 2:25 are you able to replicate the flat left wrist when working the arms in front and grabbing the left thumb? If you can, this is a position we would like to work towards while having a club in are hand.
May 29, 2014
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claudio
Thanks Craig. It looks that I can flat my wrist by just adding left arm rotation and without changing my grip. I will give it a try at the range
May 29, 2014
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michael
I am a right-handed golfer. What is the right elbow to do on the downswing? What is it's purpose on the downswing?
May 28, 2014
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Craig (Certified RST Instructor)
The right elbow/arm will work in front of the body on the downswing to allow maximum transfer of energy from your rotating torso at impact.
May 28, 2014
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Michael
Craig in my latest review you referred me to this video as I was not getting enough left arm rotation as a result of folding the right arm. I mentioned wrist cock but what I meant to say is that my own self analysis after listening to your comments is the feeling or thought of folding the right arm earlier after the takeaway is completed. This will produce more left arm rotation earlier and keep the right arm in front with right elbow pit facing target line. Also avoids left arm push about half way back. Of course I will monitor width but do not think it will be a problem. You agree. Thanks good review.
May 16, 2014
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Chris (Certified RST Instructor)
Mike sounds like you are in the right direction and also sounds like Craig is keeping you on the correct path. Keep us posted on how things are going.
May 17, 2014
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james
Hi guys, been working on the backswing quite a bit now and the position seems good only the club points down the line rather than being in line with my left arm at the top. My right elbow has externally rotated and flexed. I am also concentrated on rotating the left forearm to get this straight line but it doesn't seem to be fixing this. Any tips? I have a picture too but where can I upload?
April 25, 2014
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Chris (Certified RST Instructor)
Hey James, the picture function is not available just yet. We are working on that. Is the left wrist nice and flat at the top?
April 26, 2014
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john
after watching Clay Ballard going over the main checkpoints of the back swing I was surprised to find he emphasizes rotating the wrist /hand externally to such a degree. Will the club not be pointing off line with such external rotation?
April 7, 2014
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Chris (Certified RST Instructor)
That rotation that you are seeing is critical to keeping the clubface square throughout the takeaway and into the backswing. If you were to take the club in just the left arm only, and work to the top of the swing with a flat left wrist, you would see the that the wrist/forearm rotates (pronates) quite a bit. The right wrist will be reacting to this rotation by supinating as the left arm is responsible for controlling the club face during the swing.
April 8, 2014

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