Left Shoulder Movement In The Golf Swing: Amateurs Get This Wrong!

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  • Опубликовано: 22 дек 2024

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  • @stevegallagher9541
    @stevegallagher9541 Год назад +6

    Great stuff Coach. I’m a scratch player but very streaky and could never figure out why. All my coaches have focused on the hip clearing or right shoulder under left rather than this simple idea of lowering lead shoulder left on downswing. Creates a lovely punch flight with compression.

  • @andytitcomb9463
    @andytitcomb9463 Год назад +10

    Very well done, simple and concise. My issue is my lower back can only do so much. Would love a video on how to play with limited motion. I see all these videos with Nelly Korda but I am not a 24 year old girl so I can’t replicate her swing. Love the channel coach!

  • @andym5900
    @andym5900 Год назад +2

    Great stuff coach
    I’m all three at times & way over top on downswing

  • @patrickblay7684
    @patrickblay7684 11 месяцев назад +1

    I did not know your site.
    I love the way you teach ,clear and precise with details that make a real difference.
    I ‘’ go and watch your other videos and want to thank you for allowing us to progress.

    • @CoachLockey
      @CoachLockey  11 месяцев назад

      Thank you so much! That’s very kind of you and make me proud to hear that my lessons are helping golfers 🏌️‍♂️

  • @noggin6459
    @noggin6459 6 месяцев назад +2

    I tried this to get rid of my shanks and it worked! My shoulder turn was level but I wasn't lifting up. This made my swing very in to out. By getting my shoulder moving down on the backswing it straightened out my swing path. Strikes and direction improved and no more shanks. Thanks coach.

  • @hawkspace
    @hawkspace 3 месяца назад +1

    I have NEVER commented on anything on RUclips EVER! But as a golfer, this may be the greatest video I have ever seen. GAME CHANGER! Thanks!

  • @kevinsalley6914
    @kevinsalley6914 Год назад +3

    Working on better shoulder turn on down swing. Yes please.

  • @billm4149
    @billm4149 Год назад

    Yep, I see several versions of my "technique" here. Taking two good tips from this. Will help eliminate a couple dumb swing thoughts I've tried that really seem to just confuse me.
    Thank you, sir!

  • @natev70r
    @natev70r Год назад +1

    Great video! First time viewer to your channel. Yes, I hit the subscribe button 😊. After watching this video I watched the handshake video. It's the perfect segue to this video IMO. If you really extend your hand it automatically engages the left obliques and starts pinching your left bicep to your left peck. The left knee bends and it gets you loaded onto your right side. I suggest standing in front of a mirror with your left shoulder just even with the left edge. When you do either of the drills, you can see the proper movement. Sorry to be so wordy but I think it can help others like myself. Thanks again.

  • @nycabilifeisgreat9768
    @nycabilifeisgreat9768 4 месяца назад

    Thanks Mat. I probably have video this video about 3 times….. LOL! But during today’s viewing I had a lightbulb moment! Now I can’t wait 2 take it 2 the Range! Thanks Again!

  • @sara-liz6631
    @sara-liz6631 Год назад +1

    Thanks Lockey. So clearly explained. Half of 3 . . . My natural tendency is to sway to the right, which I focus on avoiding. Oherwise my backswing is ok, but I have to think about breaking an old habit of starting my downswing with my trail shoulder, which levels them out and ruins my path. I can do it correctly, but I think this might be a better way to get the right feeling, so off to the range! 👍🏻

  • @myphysiosays1221
    @myphysiosays1221 9 месяцев назад

    Great video and very helpful visual of the shoulder movement. I would love to know if the lead shoulder path is different with driver vs. Iron.

  • @SolomonLi
    @SolomonLi Год назад

    Nice… Good breakdown Coach! I’m probably one of those who have moved the shoulders up every so often. This imagery is helpful to me just to understand that movement of the lead shoulder as I unload and pivot with that lead leg.

  • @kenpaveley1572
    @kenpaveley1572 5 месяцев назад

    Just found this video and this helps massively - been practicing my lead shoulder going down and under and staying in posture BUT I have been trying to stay on that left line as thought might give me consistent low point. Obviously wrong, lol - give this a go over the range. Cheers, Coach 👍

  • @ianrehallworth3534
    @ianrehallworth3534 Год назад

    I have been following you and find I can do good shoulder turn with much straighter results. thanks. but not the distance as the follow through is not being completed as I loss balance any help gratefully received.

  • @glenhaviland7617
    @glenhaviland7617 Год назад

    This is a great video for an iron. Can you do the same video for the driver so I can see the difference. Thanks!

  • @philwinstanley7899
    @philwinstanley7899 Год назад +1

    I like that Coach. With it being my 70th birthday next year I'm not as bendy as I once was. I've always felt my shoulders don't turn as much as they should. Probably because I was trying incorrectly. Range day tomorrow, I'll give it a go 👍

  • @loutennant99
    @loutennant99 Год назад

    That’s a brilliant very helpful video. A video on that last tip too please 😂. When I swing shit
    I do those faults.

  • @Anonymous-bl2oc
    @Anonymous-bl2oc 2 месяца назад

    Hi, I m having the exact same problem you mentioned in the video, which is lead shoulder moving up during the impact. I know the problem, but I have been trying to fix it for a year. Any drill or exercise recommended to fix that?

  • @JCpNK
    @JCpNK 5 месяцев назад

    Thanks coach! If I ever make it to the UK I need to give you a visit for a lesson

  • @Tall-Cool-Drink
    @Tall-Cool-Drink 2 месяца назад

    Very informative video.
    Thank you!

  • @bobmarshall7807
    @bobmarshall7807 19 дней назад

    What starts backswing? Lead shoulder or hands low?

  • @claudeslaton1080
    @claudeslaton1080 2 месяца назад

    coach i do them all and some, any ideas enjoy your views

  • @DASH1ful
    @DASH1ful 3 месяца назад

    Some interesting stuff there. I hadn't heard of the idea of pointing the left shoulder down towards the ball, until quite recently. I've never tried it; and, never will. It is said that it is an old Arnold Palmer idea. But, i would suspect that he only did this with his driver; and, that his height etc. was perfectly suited to this method. The key thing for you to learn is that it should be possible to hang your arms by your side; and, make a full turn without actively turning your body or shoulders, whilst staying focused on the ball. This is how the pivot; and, the swing coil, are created in the actual swing. But, with regard to the shoulder movement in the downswing, you are quite right to say that the shoulder should not move up. But, this is how pga professionals taught us to swing up until 30 years ago. I campaigned to stop them from doing this. Primarily, because it can dislocate the shoulder. But, by pressing down with the left shoulder you are only succumbing to the laws of enantidromia. And, this, too, will cause injury to the shoulder. And, really, your focus should be on pressing down with the left side of your head. But, there should be no real need to do this in the full swing, as the left side of the head has to press down, towards the top of the backswing, to complete the backswing; and, it, therefore, will press down in the downswing, if you trigger the downswing corectly. But, this is not by doing anything with the feet, or legs, or hips, or body, or shoulders.

  • @namnguyen-tc5vt
    @namnguyen-tc5vt Год назад

    Just found your channel. Excellent information and clear communication. Coach, since this lesson is geared for an iron swing, would the lead shoulder STILL moves down toward the left foot on the downswing for the DRIVER? since the set up is different for the driver. Thank you for your wonderful coaching.

    • @CoachLockey
      @CoachLockey  Год назад

      Same feels and movement. Bigger move down if you want more speed 💪

  • @tonyharris7055
    @tonyharris7055 2 месяца назад

    My back swing is mistake number 2 and 3. Thanks for the tips

  • @ajalikhanz
    @ajalikhanz Год назад +1

    I actually had this takeaway from your pitching lesson you posted, instead focusing on squatting it's easier to focus on the shoulder since it is part of your upper body, if that makes sense.

  • @alexmckenna4626
    @alexmckenna4626 Год назад

    Hi, I am confused with this video. I too have incorrect shoulder rotation and think my instinct is to try get the right shoulder coming downwards on the way back to the ball. I can't see how I get the left shoulder down. Is it trying to move the right shoulder down that pushes you into the left foot or a squating motion that brings the left shoulder down, what is the correct sequence?

  • @windsoreden
    @windsoreden 8 месяцев назад

    I am number 2. I have had a bad shoulder lift up at the top of my backswing for years. How do I fix this? Club across my shoulders drill does not work for me. Hopefully you can help!

  • @andis7362
    @andis7362 2 месяца назад

    Omg, this video seems to be an absolut game changer for me. I made a couple of Videos from my golf swing but my left shoulder was always a Problem (most of the time topping the ball or thinn shots as a result i think)
    But after watching this video i tried it instantly and wow… omg it felt so much easier to hit the ball/ground, where i wanted to hit it.
    I had to laugh, because it felt so much better 😄
    Thank you so much for sharing this information ❤

  • @ralphg7665
    @ralphg7665 9 месяцев назад

    Thanks. I have always struggled with heal strikes. So, how do I get. my hands to exit lower. Thanks. Ralph G.

    • @ralphg7665
      @ralphg7665 9 месяцев назад

      Thanks for the quick response on my heel shots. Makes perfect sense especially since I rarely take a divot also. I will give it a try. Thanks again. Ralph G.

  • @alanheseltine7959
    @alanheseltine7959 Год назад

    This is something I struggle with Mattt, I tend to turn my shoulders level on the way back at times and that's when I don't play very good

  • @hylan67
    @hylan67 4 месяца назад

    I read ben hogan’s book when i was a kid ( thanks, dad ?? Hmmm), I didn’t have enough “ reps” or life experience to fully implement his 5 tips.. one thing that has plagued me is his description of the “ plane” - i try to keep my shoulders on a plane but what i sm really doing is lifting my shoulders ( picture shoulder shrugs) - i am trying to consciously keep my shoulders relaxed & far from my ears throughout ( and i am killing the ball) but I am worried that I am now flat like you described ?!

  • @Golf7536
    @Golf7536 8 месяцев назад

    Great video on all aspects of the left shoulder/turn.

  • @hi-tech55
    @hi-tech55 Год назад

    Just found your channel. Some great pointers. That's me, flat shoulder turn.

  • @jackmalzahn7810
    @jackmalzahn7810 5 месяцев назад +1

    Hi im Jack im a lefty-my issue is pulling off the ball causing my left shoulder to over take the swing causing over the top pulls- help! Please

  • @ralphg7665
    @ralphg7665 9 месяцев назад

    Hi Coach. My club always exits at about my shoulder level. Yours seems to exit much lower. Is this caused by my shoulder rising instead of lowering in the downswing? Thanks. Ralph G.

    • @CoachLockey
      @CoachLockey  9 месяцев назад

      I would like mine higher but I have super quick hips which effects my hand path. I would stick with what you got unless you struggle with heel strikes a lot.

  • @sallehasamad9543
    @sallehasamad9543 Год назад

    Finally a solution to my golf swing problems. Tqvm

  • @jasontroutman9845
    @jasontroutman9845 5 месяцев назад

    Would love to see more detail on how to get the lead shoulder moving down at the beginning of downswing.

  • @thiefriver1
    @thiefriver1 6 месяцев назад

    I'm definitely number 2. Very little hip turn and I have a problem getting the feeling of my left shoulder moving down on the downswing.

  • @chriskoumas8339
    @chriskoumas8339 9 месяцев назад

    Brilliant!!!!! Huge help

  • @Ms-hf3ly
    @Ms-hf3ly Год назад

    Great lesson, thank you!

  • @MPT458
    @MPT458 7 месяцев назад

    Great for low point consistency

  • @michaelk5546
    @michaelk5546 Год назад

    Very good video, thank you!

  • @arihahn2482
    @arihahn2482 Месяц назад

    I finally got it, thank you!

  • @mrdcato
    @mrdcato 6 месяцев назад

    I mostly have my chin inside left shoulder with shoulder lined up with my left knee and foot.

  • @drumcatnau
    @drumcatnau 4 месяца назад

    All well and good until you get to the long clubs. Driver isn't going to be the same, is it?

  • @kevintucker13
    @kevintucker13 Год назад

    When you squat down does this change the low point of your swing

    • @CoachLockey
      @CoachLockey  Год назад +1

      It will change the high and low of your swing arc, which will influence low point. So when and how you push back up after the squat will depend on where you contact the ground. If you see a particular pattern which isn’t a good strike, fats/thins, move ball position to accommodate 👍

  • @feled01
    @feled01 7 месяцев назад

    All goood stuff, lot easier said than done 😁

  • @philn123456
    @philn123456 Год назад

    thanks matt

  • @eyesguy1
    @eyesguy1 2 месяца назад

    Thanks!

  • @ianparker3014
    @ianparker3014 Год назад

    yep definitely guilty of 1 and 3. great tips

  • @alexhiggins4983
    @alexhiggins4983 7 месяцев назад +1

    Topman Lockey💪

  • @danpalka103
    @danpalka103 10 месяцев назад

    Excellent video, thank you coach Lockey.

  • @williamherrick2162
    @williamherrick2162 Год назад

    Love the slo-mo

  • @amfohr
    @amfohr 9 месяцев назад

    Your shoulder is going where your sternum is going, this would be a better focal point for moving the shoulder. The shoulder has some wiggle room in regard to the torso and people can try to jerk shoulders around which does not seem very helpful.

    • @IverKnackerov
      @IverKnackerov 6 месяцев назад

      Except the shoulder leads … and its better to focus on what leads rather than what follows

    • @amfohr
      @amfohr 6 месяцев назад

      @@IverKnackerov Ribcage can easily resist shoulder pull

  • @peterobrien4156
    @peterobrien4156 Год назад

    Thanks tip no three is for me

  • @baronjohnson
    @baronjohnson 4 месяца назад

    Out of the three...I think I do them all...sometimes shots will will go straight right...very embarrassing..

  • @padysrini9955
    @padysrini9955 5 месяцев назад

    That trace is very useful. The golfer has to trace the mirror image of it.

  • @robertcourt8593
    @robertcourt8593 Год назад

    I see the lockey army has been watching dad's army!

  • @bowsy3391
    @bowsy3391 9 месяцев назад

    Lower your lead shoulder, hands come away from the body and watch it fly off the hosel.
    Now you get to watch another video on how to stop the shanks 👌

  • @BETTERPOLO
    @BETTERPOLO 3 месяца назад

    I'm 2 and 3. I would be number 1 too if I could bend that far 😥

  • @Crumbleofborg
    @Crumbleofborg Год назад

    I do 2 and 3. Not ideal.

  • @billygraham5589
    @billygraham5589 4 месяца назад

    Why not point out to students that to keep the left shoulder down a bit longer off the top to keep the butt back throughout the downswing

  • @Bill-uo6cm
    @Bill-uo6cm 6 месяцев назад +1

    This is THE secret move.

  • @ScottP2024
    @ScottP2024 4 месяца назад

    The word turn has ruined so many golfers

  • @alunpugh6301
    @alunpugh6301 Год назад

    Thanks coach, will try this down the driving range. Well explained, even a muppet like me can understand this.

  • @kevintucker13
    @kevintucker13 Год назад

    I’m number three

  • @genemckeel1432
    @genemckeel1432 4 месяца назад

    No wonder people get confused.

  • @dennishernandez6590
    @dennishernandez6590 Год назад

    I am more of number 3 case

  • @kylesingleton5347
    @kylesingleton5347 Год назад

    Armyyyyy

  • @missyrupert
    @missyrupert 4 месяца назад

    Best not to do that close up thing. Creepy and unnecessary

  • @MrBarrynicholas
    @MrBarrynicholas 6 месяцев назад +1

    I don't want you showing us all the stuff we don't want to see. Just show what you consider what we should be seeing.

  • @rlo4650
    @rlo4650 Год назад

    Get to the point of the lesson.Pontificate too much.

    • @CoachLockey
      @CoachLockey  Год назад

      Sorry

    • @jmack619
      @jmack619 Год назад +1

      ​@@CoachLockeyno need to be sorry! Perfect lesson and feedback friendly

  • @bzone-p2o
    @bzone-p2o Год назад

    Very poor filming of video, keep,your face out of the camera, stop editing so much,

    • @CoachLockey
      @CoachLockey  Год назад

      First ever complaint but thanks for your input