Great Ball Striking Became a Normal Thing After I Learned This Technique
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- Опубликовано: 5 сен 2024
- When I teach my students this concept, they are blown away by the results. Why? Because when you learn the swing backwards, it improves everything else in your golf swing so much faster. Learning the golf swing backwards sounds really different but it will get you playing the best golf of your life. By working on what happens after impact with the golf ball, you effectively change other pieces in your golf swing to make good impact happen. The best part is that this is done without thinking about a million positions or swing thoughts. This golf tip is one of the best ways to improve your ball striking.
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I am Tom Saguto, PGA Member and founder of SagutoGolf. Thank you for visiting my instructional page where you can find how to get on the fast track to improving your golfing abilities. Whether you are a seasoned golfing veteran looking for a quick swing tune-up after an on-course emergency, or a beginner just looking to get the most out of your golfing experience, I am here to help you achieve your golfing goals.
My mission as your swing doctor is simple, to help you maximize your enjoyment in game of golf. Because, let’s face it, golf is a hard game.
My philosophy is wholly based on the student having a fun, meaningful experience in a frustrating and complicated game where potential lifelong golfers either quit because it is too difficult or that they experience some form of swing-related pain or discomfort. I mitigate these problems by focusing entirely on the student’s needs and goals while teaching a golf swing method that ultimately takes stress off of the common pain areas of the swing.
By far Best Lessons on RUclips!!
Thanks Brad - I sincerely appreciate your kind words and I'm very glad to know that you are enjoying my instruction videos!!
Tom
PS: Since you're liking my channel's content, I thought you might enjoy my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
nothin but facts my man 🤙🏼
Impact is so much more of a centred strike with oomph with his way for sure
Game changing lesson.
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Hard to keep the arms straight through impact at 70 years old, but I picked up 20 yards per shot. Wish I had this lesson 40 years ago. Keep up the good work, I'm still learning. Thanks Tom
That's fantastic, Dean!!
By the way, a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built.
Have you considered the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of my online school? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. So many folks across the globe are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf - and here's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
You don't need the flexibility of a Romanian gymnast - or even of this far less pliable golf instructor - to execute this swing and experience great ball striking. I hope you'll give the school some thought.
Keep up the great work and have fun out there!!
Tom
I’ve been watching Tom for about a year now. Each one of his videos gives you one piece of the complete swing puzzle. Taking a really bad swing that has years of repetitions and muscle memory built in takes a bit of time to change. Early, I made progress, then regressed, made more progress, regressed etc. Now, through steady application of his techniques and simplifying the swing, I am swinging easier, smoother, and hitting the ball farther with more accuracy. While not a finished product, a 6 stroke drop in handicap has got me enjoying the game like never before and am on course to be a single digit handicap before the end of the year. Life is too short to play bad golf. 🙂
That's awesome, Paul!! 💪💪 I sincerely appreciate your kind words and I am very glad to learn that my channel's instruction has benefited your game to such an extent. You are absolutely right - those "ghosts of swings past" are stubborn and do not give up without a seemingly relentless fight, but you've obviously done an excellent job of beating them down and incorporating my instruction into your swing!!
Thanks for sharing your fabulous improvement and keep up the great work; single digits, here we come!!
Tom
PS: If you've not already done so, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level courses on shot shaping, power and distance, and much more. So many folks across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf
The best golf instructor I've never met. I've gone from scores in the upper 90's to low 80's thank to Sagutogolf.
Absolutely brilliant.
@Hammer Tyme - I sincerely appreciate your kind words and I'm very glad to know that my instruction is resonating well with you!!
Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and keep up the great work!!
Tom
Another fantastic lesson!
Thanks Chris - I'm glad you enjoyed it and I appreciate your support!!
Tom
I really like this video…great way to also keep your shot on line…less push or pull !
Yes indeed, Steve. I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated well with you!!
Tom
Very good stuff. Here's something for your consideration. I started playing golf in 1957 before all the technology came along. Some of the basics back then for a full swing were these: A 90 degree shoulder turn. Shaft at top of back swing parallel to ground and parallel to target line. Hip turn about 45 degrees. Full wrist cock. Try to keep head "still" as possible. I'm pretty sure these basic ideas still apply. Keeping all of this in mind, the goal is to return "almost" back to address position with hands about the same distance from your thighs, spine angle about the same and a downward strike since the ball is on the ground or IN THE DOWN DIRECTION. Weight automatically goes to front foot. I've had very good success teaching my students to simply think "up and down with the arms while turning the upper body back and then all the way around to the left. Keep the hands in front of the body and don't manipulate the club face. Do this while turning the upper body around to the right and then all the way around to the left at a speed which you can control. They learn good contact within ten balls. We then work with the grip to adjust direction. For some a neutral grip works perfectly and for some a stronger grip eliminates the shots going right. To begin, I have them make the best swing they can with their eyes closed with the idea of finishing in perfect balance. They don't hit a ball...just make a "pretty" swing. If necessary, I place them in the correct position or as close as they can come to it depending on their physical make up. The final step is to make that pretty swing and have the ball get in the way. They are encouraged to do what is comfortable and not anything like a cookie cutter swing. An outright beginner who has never swung a club is hitting high draws in less than one hour. It's amazing to watch and it's so simple. Obviously, I'm not advocating THIS is the only way but this method has really worked for my students.
You’re a natural teacher. Thanks for the great tips!
Thank you - I sincerely appreciate your kind words and support, and I am very glad to know that you are enjoying and benefiting from my channel's lesson content!!
Tom
I tried this yesterday with even smaller swings and it worked in a fantastic way. Directly hit a green of a 145 yard par 3 with 7 out of 8 balls.
Outstanding good, as this includes a selfcontol!
That's awesome!! I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated well with you . Nice job working it into your swing, and thanks for sharing your success with it!
Keep up the great work!!
Tom
Another great tip Tom you are certainly the man,keep them coming
Thanks Tony - I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Keep it crispy!
Tom
Thank you so much Tom for all of the lessons. I’ve sped up my swing Better than ever I feel like the flash thank you
LOL! That's awesome, "Flash" Donaven! Keep up the great work!!
Tom
This is exactly what I’ve been looking for…backswing has been feeling solid but struggling with getting the back arm straight through impact. Thanks!
I'm glad this lesson connected the dots, Eric, and I hope it performs well for you.
Thanks!!
Tom
Tom you just keep out doing you self, it just doesn't get any. better than this any were are any place.Thanks God Bless
Thanks again for your very kind words and support, Ken!
I'm glad you enjoyed today's episode, and I hope it performs well for you!!
Tom
This is exactly what my dad told me about how to swing that golf club like a whip..
Thanks mate 👍👍👍
My pleasure! I'm glad this lesson resonated well with you.
Crack that whip and have fun out there!!
Tom
I absolutely love ur style of instruction. With your helpful videos I'm working towards undoing years of shifting all over the place and stop flipping.
That's awesome, Diane!! I'm thrilled to know that my instruction is resonating well with you.
Thanks for sharing your progress, keep up the great work, and have fun out there in the flip-free zone!!
Tom
I took lessons from golftech and this was one of the drills they had me doing to stop flipping! Qtr swing with both arms straight. Helps so much.
That's great!! A good number of GolfTech instructors are well-versed in the swing system I teach, so I'm not surprised by this.
Keep up the great work!
Tom
very good video - clear, logical and like one big golf drill. have not seen this type of advice before, really appreciate you posting this...I'm slowly making my way thru tilt and stack and the goal of straight arms on my left side on the follow through.
Thanks - I'm glad to know that this lesson resonated well with you!
By the way, have you considered the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of my online school? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. Additionally, you'll find all my short game content (putting, chipping, pitching, bunker play), diagnostic and corrective tools for resolving common swing, contact, and ball flight issues, and so much more there. So many folks across the globe are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf - and here's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Keep up the great work!!
Tom
Brilliant tuition with humour luv it great job
Thanks Michael - I'm glad this lesson resonated well with you!!
Tom
Great lesson as usual Tom .
Thanks Patrick - I'm glad you enjoyed it!!
Tom
Tom, slow down buddy….this tip may make golf too easy. Tried it today, unreal how good this is !
Yeah.... sorry about that, Jim. We need to preserve the mystique that golf is far more difficult than it ought to be..... 😆
I'm glad to know that this lesson performed well for you. Keep up the great work!!
Tom
Can't wait to get out on the golf course and try it out!! Thanks. KFC!!
I'm glad to know that this lesson resonated with you, Steven!
Keep it crispy out there!!
Tom
@@SagutoGolf looks like 6 more weeks of winter for my golf game. 😂 need some practice. 😂
I guess the groundhog is running a bit late this year?....
@@SagutoGolf yeah in Oklahoma he is.
Wow - tough season for the Midwest. It's got to thaw soon.....
Been working on this very thing (basically the wedge drill in Saguto school) for a few weeks to stop turning my hands over and turning hips too soon. I started over with the basics of S/T again. A swing key for me is to start with biceps outward in setup and arms together. And then to make sure the bicep on trail arm points to sky on follow through as I keep my arms straight. I am now getting a more consistent point of contact, and hitting the ball better than I ever have. I had to get used to feeling that I was swinging very in to out in extreme manner, but when I saw the club head squares up consistently I began to trust it. The swing is very stripped down and simple and I can repeat it. When I do not keep my arms straight on downswing and turn hands over or turn body too early- I hit thin or slice, but it is becoming more uncommon. Thanks Tom. - Mojoman
Well done, Mojoman!! That trail arm biceps key is an excellent one for the entire motion. Nice job building that in, and also for recognizing the cause of those occasional poor shots. You're definitely on your way towards taking ownership of your swing.
Thanks for the awesome progress report, keep up the great work, and let's see you back in the members forum soon!!
Tom
Best golf instruction on web!!!!!! Just shot 76 last weekend, as my game has really improved with Tom's channel. Now...just need to figure out this putting business :(
That's an awesome round, Mr. Potter - well done!!
Thanks so much for your kind words and for sharing your improvement. Keep up the great work and spend some time on that practice green!!
Tom
Awesome lesson as always! Would love to see more golf vlogs doing a few holes
Glad you enjoyed it, Thomas!
Here's a 9-hole Course Vlog: ruclips.net/video/YLVhf0VdWSw/видео.html
Thanks!
Tom
Thanks for the great video. I've been watching all kinds of golf instructional videos on RUclips and I think me trying to do all of the above has made my swing worse rather than better. I'm gonna commit to working on what you preach and see if it helps me enjoy golf for all 18 holes rather than just a few nice shots per round!
I'm glad to know that you are enjoying my instruction, Brandon!
I would definitely recommend finding one swing that resonates well with you - whether it be the system I teach or some other method - and then putting your blinders on and just sticking with that. Otherwise you will likely be stuck in the vast abyss of confusion and frustration as you'll find yourself constantly playing 18 holes of "golf swing" rather than truly enjoying a round of golf.
If you truly wish to commit to this properly, please consider the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of my online school? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. Additionally, you'll find all my short game content (putting, chipping, pitching, bunker play), advanced level courses on shot shaping and power/distance, diagnostic and corrective tools for resolving common swing, contact, and ball flight issues, and much more there. So many folks across the globe are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf - and here's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Tom
Thank you very much. I am going to do this every day.
My pleasure! I'm glad you enjoyed this lesson and I hope it performs well for you!!
Tom
Thanks!
Thanks so much, Diane - I sincerely appreciate your support and I'm very glad to know that you are enjoying my channel's content!!
Tom
Tom you make so much sense.I shot 60 rounds straight this year under 80,included in that was 2 70s.The key was keeping my elbows together which i learned from you.The crazy thing is i was golfing with 2 young guys who i shot 48 on the front 9.I showed them what you said about keeping the elbows together.On the 10th hole they smashed their 4 irons about 230 yards they were amazed.
What a fabulous season, Brent - well done!!!
Yes - keeping those elbows working together and not separating is such a critical component for consistent ball striking bliss. Nice job sharing that kernel of wisdom with those two younger guys!
Thanks for the awesome update and keep it crispy!!
Tom
Simple instructional video!! Thanks Tom.
Thanks - I'm glad you enjoyed it!!
Tom
Great video. I love the little Christmas Tree growing behind you. Put a few decorations on it for Christmas 🎄 ☺️
LOL! I'll consider it, Peter, but it's a couple of years old and it may set the entire backyard on fire when I flip the light switch.... 😎
excellent instructor
Thanks - I sincerely appreciate that!!
Tom
I love scooping up some vanilla ice cream but not in golf, thank you so much for helping us amateurs out to have some fun playing golf, now if I can only putt the ball in the hole every time, I’ll be a very happy camper. Love your videos!
We'd all be happy campers with that kind of putting stroke, Alyssa!! 😎
I'm very glad to know that my instruction is resonating well with you. Keep up the great work and save that ice cream for the 19th hole!!
Tom
Always great instructional videos, this one is right up there👍🏻
Thanks Gerry - I'm glad you enjoyed this lesson and I sincerely appreciate your ongoing support!!
Tom
One of your best Tom.
Thanks Bob - I'm glad you enjoyed it!!
Tom
Great teacher . This works .
Thanks Mark - I appreciate your kind words and I'm glad to know that this lesson performed well for you!!
Tom
I like your style just shared your channel p.s. 45 , 38 today .good for me . ⛳🍺
I appreciate that, Mark, and nice playing!!
Tom
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Another great lesson!
Thanks Rickard - I'm glad you enjoyed it!!
Tom
Wonderful !!!😮
Thanks!!
Awesome as always
Thanks again - I appreciate that!!
Tom
Looking forward to being a ball striking robot..will try and build this into Sat’s big game. Watch this space.😅
I hope it worked well for you, Wonder Woman!!
nice follow flight system that thing is awsome
Thanks Jason! I'm using the FlightScope MEVO+ with the Pro Package, and I have it linked to my iPad to deliver the launch monitor data. If interested I’ve unlocked special discounts for SagutoGolfers who use this link (discounts below):
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Tom
@@SagutoGolf TYTY will seriously consider for x-mas!
Sounds good, Jason. I absolutely love it!!
thank you so much this helped me so much keep up the great work!!!!!
My pleasure, Will - I'm glad this lesson resonated well with you!!
Cheers!
Tom
Good one!
Glad you enjoyed it, Joseph!!
Tom
CRISPY!
Okay we need more guitar though?
I'm glad you enjoyed it this latest serving of crispiness!
As for the guitar, I never know when it's going to make an appearance. Sometimes I'll randomly say something while filming and a musical reference will pop into my head LOL.
Cheers!
Tom
A great one is cut the top and bottom of a (clean) 2litre bottle of your favourite fizzy beverage and wear it over your left elbow. You cannot do anything except keep left arm straight. It allows room to work on other things while you teach yourself straight arm and chest rotation. Cheap but awesome.. #crispy
Nice suggestion, Martin - thanks for sharing and keep it crispy!!!
Tom
Still undisputed world champion golf teacher Mr Saguto.
Hmmmm.....I guess I need to get me a bigger belt to go with *_that_* title......😎
Thanks - I appreciate your kind words and I'm glad you're enjoying my content!!
Tom
Awesome !!!!!!!
Thanks - I'm glad you enjoyed it, Elisabeth!!
Tom
Hi Tom
Thanks for your great tips and lessons. I appreciate the simple techniques and minimal components to manipulate. One question, as a taller player, I can't get over the feeling that the higher clubs (7-sw) are 'short'. My clubs are +1/2" but I still have this thought which sometimes leads to over extending or chopping etc. What do you suggest to get over this? Cheers
I'm glad to know that you are enjoying my instruction!
Are you certain that your clubs are properly fitted? Is that +1/2" of additional shaft length enough, and beyond that are your lie angles correct? That's where I would begin before any type of swing intervention, particularly if you are hitting the other clubs well. Beyond that, just know that while the swing is pretty much the same throughout the bag, there are some naturally occurring shaft plane changes as we graduate up in club length from short irons to woods. To demonstrate, you'll find towards the end of this episode some driving range footage of me hitting a 7 iron, 3 wood, and driver: ruclips.net/video/o0xscMyN3v8/видео.html
Cheers!
Tom
Love it 💪🏼
Thanks Christopher!!
How timely, I`ve recently lost 20 yds with my irons and am certain it is from picking or scooping = lost consistency especially under pressure. Off to the range - "thank you" Tom!
I'm glad to know that this lesson video resonated well with you, Patrick!
Let's get those yards back - and then some - and have some real fun out there!!
Tom
PS: By the way, here's a link to my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” in case you’re interested in learning some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/
Just curious as to what brand/model launch monitor you're using. Thanks
Hi Stan,
I'm using the FlightScope MEVO+ with the Pro Package, and I have it linked to my iPad to deliver the launch monitor detail.
Tom
Tom you emphasize keeping your weight forward in the swing. But when I watch your swing you bend the left knee therefore transferring the weight back to your right foot? Am I right in what appears you are doing? Thanks
Hi John,
The lead knee flexes downward but does not kick inward to the trail side. This is clear evidence that it is responding to the gradually increasing load into the lead leg.
Here's a link to my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” in case you’re interested in learning some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/
Thanks,
Tom
Great tip Tom. Smash bag for this? Also been working on taking the flatest backswing possible (my favorite lesson of yours) which turns out to be perfect on video but feels weird, kinda like climbing a rope in gym class. Game changer. Still have the 'ol flying left elbow almost immediately in the take-away. Tried everything. Thoughts?
P.S.: Can you grown back your mutton chops for the winter?
Glad you enjoyed it!
I don't see why you couldn't use an impact bag with this drill if you so desire. As for the flying elbow, try keeping a balloon or a large head cover or a ball around the size of a grapefruit between your elbows as you swing. Here's a lesson from the archives on "Hogan's Arms" that may also help: ruclips.net/video/lfckFcF7Mbo/видео.html
Beyond that you may wish to consider the LagShot clubs that you may have seen me speak about and demonstrate, as these can help resolve a vast array of issues including yours. Here are a couple of the videos where Lagshot is featured:
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- ruclips.net/video/bLWekbGl7C8/видео.html
I think these are awesome training aids for resolving a host of downswing sins, particularly because you can hit balls with them and receive instant feedback. Simply incorporate the LagShot into your practice routine and it will greatly assist you in grooving the proper motions and downswing path. Here is a link to the LagShot website - lagshotgolf.com?ref:sagutogolf - and if you do end up deciding to purchase be sure to enter the code SAGUTOGOLF at checkout for 15% off.
As for the mutton chops, I don't think that will be happening. They were likely a "once-and-done" phase.... 😎
TS
You’re the best!!!
Thanks Khani - I appreciate that!!
Tom
@@SagutoGolf Tom do you have in person clinics?
Actually, Khani, I have phased out in-person instruction so I can further dedicate my efforts in support of the online school. I will, however, continue the V1 Swing Video Analysis lessons as they are instrumental to the progress of my school's members, and these can be done for anyone from anywhere across the globe, school member or not. This enables me to put my eyes on your swing and offer some very specific observations and corrective action plans if applicable. The process involves downloading the free V1 app and then submitting two videos to me through the app - one down-the-line (captured from your stance line, not the target line) and the other face-on. You'll find more information about the V1 Analysis halfway down this page on the Saguto.Golf site: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolf
And here's a link if you are not already enrolled in the school and would like to know more about it: saguto.golf
Tom
Are you looking for ulnar deviation ? Also what is your grip pressure like?
HI Edward,
This lesson video from my channel's archives may address your question: Pro Wrist “Release” (Unhinging): ruclips.net/video/zw7Rzstq4gY/видео.html
Grip pressure is something that is very unique to each of us, which is why conveying personal "feels" in this regard have led so many golfers astray. For example, a 2 out of 10 “baby bird” grip to a strong guy like Sam Snead may equate to an 8 out of 10 to another golfer. We definitely don't want that handle swimming around in our hands because we're so loosey goosey that we can't control the clubface. A secure grip and soft arms are what we're after here. That prescription will certainly resonate differently for different folks, but the key is that our grip pressure should give us complete control of the club while not introducing swing-killing tension that prevents us from properly executing the motion and/or robs us of speed potential. Finding that sweet spot is a highly individual thing, and it is critical to consistently blissful ballstriking.
Would you like to learn some key aspects of the swing I teach in a more structured manner? If so, then here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ It's a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the instruction style that has thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - enjoying the best golf of their lives: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews
Tom
@@SagutoGolf thanks so much for the thoughtful response. 👍🏻
I'm really staring to think my golf instructor ( one hell of an amazing dude ) is giving me lesson he gets from you...😳😳 JM, if you see this, just know, I see you. Lol.
Well then, Jacob, JM must be one very wise and most excellent instructor!.... 😎😆
TS
What monitor / app do you use? Looks like it might just be a phone app but can’t tell. Thanks for the tips and I too am a course subscriber. Just starting to work through it, thanks!
Hi Tom,
I'm using the FlightScope MEVO+ with the Pro Package, and I have it linked to my iPad to deliver the launch monitor data. If interested I’ve unlocked special discounts for SagutoGolfers who use this link (discounts below):
- Get Your MEVO for 15% OFF Using Code SAGUTOGOLF
- Get Your MEVO+ and Pro Package 10% OFF Using Code SGPRO
(FYI, Flightscope has been running a Fall Special recently. Some of that pricing may be temporarily lower and if so it these discounts will be automatically overridden to give you the best available price. However, if ordering please still use the referenced SagutoGolf link for their tracking purposes.)
Tom
PS: By the way, have you joined the SagutoGolf Community Forum (which is included in your online school membership) yet and begun engaging with other golfers in the school? If you've not already done so it only takes a minute or two to enroll - just go to your “My Courses” screen and you’ll see a link to get started. Once signed in you’ll be able to access in this fun and tremendously supportive community and participate in the ongoing great dialogue on a variety of swing- and game-related topics. You can start discussions, contribute to existing threads, post accomplishments and specific swing questions, make some new friends, and just share in the common bond and banter of golfers from around the world seeking to improve their games and help others to do the same. I monitor the forum and participate as well. I really think you will enjoy it!!
Hai tom, what is the software that you use to monitor the ball movement.. Thanks
@Afif Farisi - I'm using the FlightScope MEVO+ with the Pro Package, and I have it linked to my iPad to deliver the launch monitor data. If interested I’ve unlocked special discounts for SagutoGolfers who use this link (discounts below):
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Cheers!
Tom
Great video Tom. Why not work on the full finish like you achieved by accident on 1 demonstration? Many thanks for your help
Glad you enjoyed it, David!
The full finish was not the point of this lesson. I want you to really feel that post-impact position where both arms are fully extended, and then reverse engineer your swing motion in order to achieve this. Get that down and believe me - your finish will be just fine!
TS
@@SagutoGolf cant wait to try it! Thanks Tom
Sounds good, David - I hope it performs well for you!!
Hey Tom, thank you for your videos! Black Friday is coming up and I'm in the market for a launch monitor. What do you use?
I'm glad you're enjoying my content!!
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Thanks!
Tom
Thanks! This is my first year getting serious about golf and I am truly thankful I came across your page. I was hovering around shooting in the mid 90s and now I'm in the mid 80s! Keep it crispy! 😁👍
@ckay303 - That is some awesome progress!! Keep up the great work and have fun out there!!
Some people call that the swing hard-stop quick drill. It works.
Yes - that is a fine drill, Carlo, and it's one that I do use and teach. In this particular situation, however, we are ingraining the "feel" of that post-impact position with both arms straight and our weight forward to reverse engineer the downswing and achieve those positions. So it's a little different in terms of what we are working on even though the end result may look the same.
Cheers!
Tom
Hi Tom! Could you please make a video that shows what the body positions at various points of the golf swing look like without the tilt?
As you’ve mentioned before, the tilt in the golf swing complicates the movements for a lot of ams.
If we could, for example, see how the arms are supposed to be positioned at the top of the back swing without the tilt and rotation of the body, we’d better understand the position we’re aiming for with our arms/wrists. So this would be like doing a normal swing to the top of the back swing, holding it there, then just standing up straight so we can see where the arms/wrists ended up.
I hope this makes sense. Thanks!
Hi Alex,
Tilt doesn't necessarily "complicate" things; it's just something that the vast majority of amateurs have not been taught properly (if at all).
The detailed level of instruction you are seeking is what my online school is all about. It is a comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform, and that's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. Additionally, you'll find all my short game content (putting, chipping, pitching, bunker play), advanced level courses on shot shaping and power/distance, diagnostic and corrective tools for resolving common swing, contact, and ball flight issues, and much more there. So many folks across the globe are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf - and here's a link to my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” in case you’re interested in learning some key aspects of this swing system in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/
Thanks!
Tom
I did this with an 8 iron on a par 3 literally knocking the pin out of its hole..
Awesome! But next time you need to replace the pin with your ball..... 😎
Thanks for sharing that and keep up the great work!! 💪💪
Tom
On my pw I feel at least centered during swing and with weight forward, arm straight at ball contact but club head speed still only 67-70mph. 90-100yds with a tendency to pull my wedge shots. Over turning hips I think. Just can't figure out the timing to get club head speed up.
You don't have to concern yourself with timing in this swing system. If you believe your hip rotation is the culprit, then perhaps this lesson may help you to keep that action in check until the appropriate time: ruclips.net/video/dB4ItR3guGU/видео.html
By the way, here's a link to my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” in case you’re interested in learning some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/
Cheers!
Tom
Tom, seems like in most videos your ball position is pretty far forward. Is that accurate to say?
Hi Justin,
Oftentimes the camera angle can skew the viewer's perspective of ball position. While you do have some leeway, in general once my students and members show some level of proficiency with the swing I suggest that they migrate to a stock ball position that is in the middle of the stance for short irons, two balls inside the lead heel for middle irons, and creeping more forward for the longer clubs - the farthest forward being even with the inside of the lead heel for the driver (with the stance width increasing as we move from shorter to longer clubs). From there they can make incremental tweaks to see how different positions affect impact quality and shot shape. For example, as you observed, my personal preference for the shorter clubs tends to be a position that is slightly forward of prescribed.
Cheers!
Tom
Hey Tom are you using your wrists to get more clubhead speed??
The wrists are certainly a source of speed and power, but I am not making any conscious actions with them. They are simply responding to the swing motions and the weight of the club, hinging and unhinging at the appropriate time without any manipulations.
Tom
@@SagutoGolf Thx mate
My pleasure.
Cheers!
Great videos. How about training on working the ball? High, low, left to right. Becoming one dimensional.
I'm glad you're enjoying my channel's content!
Here is a shot shaping demonstration featuring a fellow teaching pro when we were attending the Stack & Tilt Instructor Camp together in Miami: ruclips.net/video/IcmKxfLz9EM/видео.html
Beyond this, I have an entire advanced level course on shot shaping and controlling ball flight in the online school. That is where so many folks from across the globe are now enjoying the best golf of their lives. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf - and here's a link to my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Cheers!
Tom
Thanks, I will check it out.
Hey Tom - Did you switch to much thicker grips recently?
If so, how is it helping you?
Yes - I switched to JumboMax grips earlier this year. I personally love the feel as well as how they help to keep my hands quiet through the zone. They’re not necessarily for everyone - and my fingers are a bit longer than average - so I routinely tell folks to "try before you buy."
Cheers!
TS
@@SagutoGolf Best golf investment I've ever made. Jumbo max Tour Series small. Best on the market.
I just wanted to give them a "try", Mark, but I haven't looked back since!
@@SagutoGolf Did you have to add lead tape to your iron heads? I tried the Jumbo Max on my 8 iron and it changed my swing weight 10 increments and I could not feel the club head at all.
@Chad Peace - I started with their heavier Wrap Series grips and had noticeably less feel for the head. I then switched to the Ultralites and that resolved the issue.
TS
which RADAR/GPS system are you using?
I'm using the FlightScope MEVO+ with the Pro Package, and I have it linked to my iPad to deliver the launch monitor data. If interested I’ve unlocked special discounts for SagutoGolfers who use this link (discounts below):
- Get Your MEVO for 15% OFF Using Code SAGUTOGOLF
- Get Your MEVO+ and Pro Package 10% OFF Using Code SGPRO
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TS
As usual very thoughtful and helpful input for my swing. However, I found that this under emphasizes the role of the wrist and may lead to some golfers losing power by stiff arming throught the ball. That is, not releasing the wrist. Definitely your suggestion is good. But I think its incomplete because you don't show the release happening where the wrist naturally releases and turns over. See "Left arm action" on Steve Pratt Golf on youtube. Could you marry the 2 suggestions. I think this would be more compete.
Hi Mike,
I'm glad you enjoyed this lesson. Please understand that there is only so much I can cover in a particular video without overloading the viewer. I have plenty of channel content on the wrists including this episode on how to properly release them: ruclips.net/video/zw7Rzstq4gY/видео.html
It is important to understand that the videos, lessons, and drills on this free channel - while fully aligned with the swing method I teach - address a variety of topics, issues, feels, and/or common flaws/fixes from one episode to the next. They are certainly not intended to be taken as a comprehensive, sequential learning platform like the structured curriculum of my online school, which I strongly recommend to anyone who truly wishes to get on the proper path towards owning this swing. Thousands of folks across the globe are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf
Tom
Hi, Tom how do I get there without hitting it heavy?? Im a ball 1st contact golfer then ground….6.5 ghin…..but my divot are too deep? hope you have time to reply, thanks in advance
Hi Bryan,
Assuming your striking the ball well, then you probably just need some more extension through impact. The hips - which have maintained a downward inclination from the start of the swing - need to release their tilt in order to shallow things out through the zone. Try the feel of tucking your butt under your belt while pushing up off the ground with your legs - more advanced moves for sure, but as a 6.5 I'm pretty sure it's within your competency.
By the way, if you've not already joined, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level courses on shot shaping, power and distance, and much more. So many folks across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf
Tom
@@SagutoGolf TY
My pleasure. I hope that helps!
Hey Tom I’m really sucking at golf right know I can’t find the swing I’m doing everything you taught me and nothing works can you pls help me I’m shooting 110 pls send me every thing what to do I can’t understand it pls help and thank you
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TS
Is it just me or does that RUclips thumbnail pic look like its saying golfer from 1990s vs golfer from 1970s.
My hands are so handcuffed after impact, I should be taken to jail. Thanks for providing the keys to get me out!
My pleasure!! I'm glad to know that this lesson helped bust your hands out of prison.
Thanks for sharing your improvement and keep up the great work!!
Tom
PS: By the way, here's a link to my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” in case you’re interested in learning some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/
@@SagutoGolf Thanks dude!
Arms straight, weight forward….eliminate the variables
Exactly, Bob!!
Many top pros push off their right leg...
Many of worlds best golf’s will load some on the interior of their trail lag and shift some. But we are talking about very hi level athletes with training around the clock. For most people, we aren’t athletic enough or have the hand eye coordination that it takes to sway off the ball and then shift to meet the ball with perfect timing.
The first fundamental is contact. Without solid contact, nothing else really matters. Weight forward throughout the swing is the easiest way to make solid contact….
@@scottelder7648 Yep.
One has to use both legs to shift, to turn, to push, to move the pelvis, to load, to create torque, well, it's the two supporting posts of your foundation for every move. It is not the finish weight position on the left that I am referring to.
The real question, however, is do we *_need_* to shift into the trail side and push off the trail leg in order to have a consistent, powerful, and body-friendly motion that produces a repeatable, predictable ball flight? The answer to that is a resounding "NO"! If you've loaded into your front leg then it is fully poised for action in that powerful extension through impact, with the trail leg playing a supporting role in this process. There's no need to precisely time and gauge any forward shifting in the downswing in order to perfectly recapture our swing center if we don't shift back to begin with.
Having said that, there is certainly some tolerance in this swing system for some temporary measure of rearward "pressure shift" during the takeaway in response to the weight of the arms and club moving backwards, but this is absolutely not necessary.
Cheers!
Tom
The biggest problem with what you want people to do is .... THEY PHYSICALLY CAN"T DO IT... the avg golfer is either too fat or too inflexible for this to work... My son is a body builder and I am trying to teach him to golf, his body is so thick and so much muscle he can't make a large enough turn without moving his head and hips... You have got to help people figure out how to stretch their body so hey can make a turn without moving their head.
If that were a "problem" then my school wouldn't have so many members in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - who are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. (Testimonials here: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews ) It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built.
If your son can tilt his upper torso to the left and to the right and can flex and extend his spine, then he can execute this swing. It's just a matter of learning the proper way to do it. That's what my online school does in a comprehensive, structured, sequential platform.
TS
How the hell do you get that much swing speed 🤬
I don't do any specific speed training. It's a matter of relinquishing control of the motion to the big muscles, loading the various power accumulators in the swing, and then just trusting it and letting it go.
TS
@@SagutoGolf thanks Tom
My pleasure!
"Life is too short to play bad Golf". You should copyright that, and put it on a tee shirt!👍🏻🏌️♂️
Thanks Steven - I'm glad you like that slogan!!
Got it and I know you have addressed issue with driver being same swing as every club. So that means you are hitting with a descending blow.
If that is correct, then what is the driver tee height? Am I missing something? Thanks in advance
Perhaps with the exception of folks with slower swing speeds - or those Long Drive participants teeing it extra high and hitting maybe 1-2 balls out of 10 onto a 60-yard wide "fairway" - the path is still ever so slightly down. In fact, believe it or not the PGA Tour average with the driver is actually minus (e.g.: downward) 1.5 degrees - nearly level - and it should feel level - but slightly down nonetheless. (Here is an article on Ping’s website addressing this topic - ping.com/en-us/blogs/proving-grounds/optimal-launch-and-spin#:~:text=According%20to%20Trackman%2C%20PGA%20Tour,85%25%20ball%2Dflight%20laws ) Thus, I do not advocate trying to hit up on the ball, and efforts to do so due to erroneous advice has caused many an amateur significant issues with their driver...
As for tee height, the equator of the ball should be approximately even with the top of the driver head,
Cheers!
Tom
@@SagutoGolf clear explanation much appreciated so to reiterate, ball with driver placed at left edge of left heel teed level with same swing.forward & wt 95 percent on left leg at impact with both arms staying in triangle at release and through impact.
Again thank you and Thanksgiving blessings
Yes, provided we are on the same page with regard to the "release" as mentioned in these videos:
- ruclips.net/video/SunCR5uJ_ao/видео.html
- ruclips.net/video/zw7Rzstq4gY/видео.html
Have a great Thanksgiving!!