I would love to see a deep dive into Eric Oakley’s forehand form. Things like body mechanics (how low his upper body is when throwing; How far away his arm may be from his torso; etc.) as well as shifting weight into the throw.
I switched from 1 finger to 2 this summer. I thought it would take a while but by the end of the day it already felt natural, and my performance immediately got better. wish I would've done it sooner!
A great way to get reps in place is when laying in bed. Lay there and flick a disc in the air and catch it. One of the ways I got reps while at home and not in the field. It helps with muscle memory connected to grip, timing, and activating rotation in the disc. It can also help you smooth out the releases so you don't lose energy by making the disc wobble in release.
Thx for the vid! I throw about 60% (or more) forehand and am trying to improve my backhand for a more balanced game. But lately after I play a round, my forearm feels sore the next day and I even notice my fingers don’t respond as quickly as usual. It usually heals up in a week or so but it actually hurts my forehand game because I can’t flick my fingers as quickly. Anyway, wondering what I might be doing with my form to cause this? I experience zero joint pain. Maybe too much finger flicking?
No expert by my 2 cents on this: could be the beginning of a shoulder impingement. I suggest stretching/rolling out your lat+pec, streching your forearm after each round and filming yourself to see if you need to stay looser in your form with the forehand. The DG strong warmup also has a few forearm moves in there as well. If you play every day and throw every forehand at full power then 60% of your throws might be an overuse thing, especially if your form has a very short and tense acceleration phase with the arm.
@@Flakzor123 thx for the reply. I don’t play everyday - once a week. But the point about strong acceleration and staying loose resonates. I def try to have a strong emphasis with my wrist and fingers when I flick. Maybe need to practice throwing looser with a less active flick. Thx so much!
@@aaronmays1985 The flick staying active is a good thing, it allows for more spin which at least in theory allows you to power down on a less stable disc and get to where you need to throw. But accelerating the arm can be done very well by feeding the momentum of your body into the throw. If you video yourself and compare to Eric and other top throwers you can probably tell if you are using the proper mechanics or if you stay too tense.
@@aaronmays1985 once a week does not sound like nearly enough for it to be overuse though. I'd start with warming up properly before every round (DG strong pre-round warmup is on YT) and maybe add in a bit extra for the arm (such as gentle wristrotations with a broomhandle). And once again, stretch and roll out pec and lat and work on excercises for your rotator cuff to keep your scapula back (could possibly be a tight pec minor + lat that's pulling your shoulder down). If tightness is the cause then as soon as you get those relaxed it should clear up in a day or so, I'd check with a physical therapist just in case. A good one should be able to pinpoint exactly why you have pain and more importantly how to fix it yourself.
If you analyze the words you use, youll see why its legit confusing from the beginner's POV. There are at least 4 "most important" things which is confusing. and then, timing and power are the two most important things, but then also you dont think about power because all the other most important things are timed well, power doesnt matter. 🤔🤪🤯
Not trolling here I've a genuine question about your BH. You are a solid enough pro golfer, Eric. Why don't you use the proven X Step in your backhand run up?
not as good a guide as normal, but more compromised. I'd suggest refering to some of the other DD videos, where one can go more in depth and see examples of doing what you teach. It took 9 minutes to a reference.
@@fabelgamer7410 i used to as well , hold it with the 2 fingers inside the rim with the thumb on top , but grip it tight, when u throw , swing with your hips too ,and take your time , it took me a while to get it , practice makes perfect
How do you hyzer flip a forehand and is it all done with an Understable disc on the forehand side as well? Seems it’s reversed if it’s a right handed forehand is that true? A bit confusing. Thanks…
Do you think most throwers end up injured throwing like that I used a normal back hand throw but use left hand for some throws and my right for others and have power with both
I see Eric Oakley video I click. My favorite DD player. 🐳👖
oh god, i almost choked on my food when i saw Danny do the running forehand xD
I would love to see a deep dive into Eric Oakley’s forehand form. Things like body mechanics (how low his upper body is when throwing; How far away his arm may be from his torso; etc.) as well as shifting weight into the throw.
OT recently made that 👍
I switched from 1 finger to 2 this summer. I thought it would take a while but by the end of the day it already felt natural, and my performance immediately got better. wish I would've done it sooner!
A great way to get reps in place is when laying in bed. Lay there and flick a disc in the air and catch it. One of the ways I got reps while at home and not in the field. It helps with muscle memory connected to grip, timing, and activating rotation in the disc. It can also help you smooth out the releases so you don't lose energy by making the disc wobble in release.
Pistol Pete 🤘😎
That clip of Danny throwing that bonkers forehand LOL 🤣
Thank you Eric!
Thanks again Eric, I need to watch this at a practice field
Thanks for these tips!
Looking good Oakley! Keep running!
I keep watching the form example @5:00 and I’m hoping to replicate that and improve my game
Thanks Oakley!
Thanks Eric!!
Thx. My forehand is beyond bad so I really need some advice
You should include flight numbers when speaking of a specific disc :) nice vid!
I got my first lhfh ace on 9/11 this year. I started forcing myself to get my lhfh last year.
If only there were a medium that allowed you to show how something is done, rather than just talk about how it’s done.
Step one: get good.
But seriously I started working on a clean snap with a less stable disc and it feels like easy distance now!
I have 29 righty flick birdies between two different Baobabs with a single finger anhyzer flick.
🙏
Thx for the vid! I throw about 60% (or more) forehand and am trying to improve my backhand for a more balanced game. But lately after I play a round, my forearm feels sore the next day and I even notice my fingers don’t respond as quickly as usual. It usually heals up in a week or so but it actually hurts my forehand game because I can’t flick my fingers as quickly. Anyway, wondering what I might be doing with my form to cause this? I experience zero joint pain. Maybe too much finger flicking?
No expert by my 2 cents on this: could be the beginning of a shoulder impingement. I suggest stretching/rolling out your lat+pec, streching your forearm after each round and filming yourself to see if you need to stay looser in your form with the forehand. The DG strong warmup also has a few forearm moves in there as well. If you play every day and throw every forehand at full power then 60% of your throws might be an overuse thing, especially if your form has a very short and tense acceleration phase with the arm.
@@Flakzor123 thx for the reply. I don’t play everyday - once a week. But the point about strong acceleration and staying loose resonates. I def try to have a strong emphasis with my wrist and fingers when I flick. Maybe need to practice throwing looser with a less active flick. Thx so much!
@@aaronmays1985 The flick staying active is a good thing, it allows for more spin which at least in theory allows you to power down on a less stable disc and get to where you need to throw. But accelerating the arm can be done very well by feeding the momentum of your body into the throw. If you video yourself and compare to Eric and other top throwers you can probably tell if you are using the proper mechanics or if you stay too tense.
@@aaronmays1985 once a week does not sound like nearly enough for it to be overuse though. I'd start with warming up properly before every round (DG strong pre-round warmup is on YT) and maybe add in a bit extra for the arm (such as gentle wristrotations with a broomhandle). And once again, stretch and roll out pec and lat and work on excercises for your rotator cuff to keep your scapula back (could possibly be a tight pec minor + lat that's pulling your shoulder down). If tightness is the cause then as soon as you get those relaxed it should clear up in a day or so, I'd check with a physical therapist just in case. A good one should be able to pinpoint exactly why you have pain and more importantly how to fix it yourself.
5:00 where did you get that video of me???
Dynamic Diss
If you analyze the words you use, youll see why its legit confusing from the beginner's POV. There are at least 4 "most important" things which is confusing. and then, timing and power are the two most important things, but then also you dont think about power because all the other most important things are timed well, power doesnt matter. 🤔🤪🤯
Not trolling here I've a genuine question about your BH. You are a solid enough pro golfer, Eric. Why don't you use the proven X Step in your backhand run up?
not as good a guide as normal, but more compromised. I'd suggest refering to some of the other DD videos, where one can go more in depth and see examples of doing what you teach. It took 9 minutes to a reference.
Be athletic.
How many videos is he going to make about throwing forehand , all you have to do is grip it good and flick it
If only it was that simple. I struggle with my forehand shots far more than i do with a backhand.
@@fabelgamer7410 i used to as well , hold it with the 2 fingers inside the rim with the thumb on top , but grip it tight, when u throw , swing with your hips too ,and take your time , it took me a while to get it , practice makes perfect
How do you hyzer flip a forehand and is it all done with an Understable disc on the forehand side as well? Seems it’s reversed if it’s a right handed forehand is that true? A bit confusing. Thanks…
@@bkdookie880 with a very understable disc flick it on a steep hyzer angle. It'll flip up nicely.
The hell is going on with that hat?! That a joke or something?
Do you think most throwers end up injured throwing like that I used a normal back hand throw but use left hand for some throws and my right for others and have power with both
Step 1; get flat disc, hold the domey, no dome, none.