Hi Giles, this would be gold especially if you could combine it with options for windy weather as yesterday during my round we had to also deal with 35-40 kph wind speeds which changed my normal club selection to keep the ball lower. The first time I’ve had a score above 80 in a while so it had me thinking about if my mindset was incorrect. Cheers, Marcus.
Thanks, Giles, for this informative video. As a senior golfer who has played the game for nearly 60 years, I can understand fully your logic that as we age, flexibility and strength become quite limited. Most golf instruction on the web is basically tailored to young, athletic players. I found this video extremely helpful. Keep up the good work!
Thank you for a very good video that shows each part of the swing separately. By observing the video I picked up a flaw I have been suffering from in my own swing. Now back on the range to practice.
Been trying out you're instructions Wow they have transformed my game I find that if I just concentrate on the push down wrist action everything else falls into place with long high draws many thanks on the easy to follow golf instructions. In my view a must for every Senior golfer 🏌️👍😁
Giles I kid you not my buddies are asking if I've had lessons they've not seen me hitting shots like I have been . It's incredible and effortless thank you very much 👍😁👍🏌️
Watched you on Eric Cogorno’s site when you gave the ‘Giggle’ drill. Every time I’ve had the opportunity to watch you, your tips are bang on! I have officially become a Giles Gill (GG) FAN & FOLLOWER (F&F). Thanks, Your new Canadian Ambassador, Don Aronson
Excellent, every tip from address to follow through is spot on. If a novice golfer just follows these tips they'll avoid so many pitfalls most golfers fall into. Thank you so much for this.....
Just discovered your channel Giles. Terrific, clear explanations, plenty of thought for all abilities of golfer and love your enthusiasm. This one on set-up is really useful - you certainly need more ways to skin a cat as you mature! Look forward to watching more. Cheers.
Hi Giles, nice one mate. I understand most of your viewers are older however this also is very useful for the younger generation who are more flexible as I believe it will help 99% of all golfers improve. 👍👍
Hi just found you and have to say that you're right in that a lot of on line coaching relates to the 20sum year old who is very agile and super fit and you give good advice and help for us boring oldies who still want to play this crazy game, well done..........🌟🎊🤩🥳
This great ..please do more senior videos. Quick question, when you are pushing off on to release the club on the downswing, are you pushing off on the left leg (right handed player) ? Thank you !
Excellent lesson for seniors Giles! Since I first started as a subscriber to your channel many moons ago, I have implemented a lot of your suggestions which has led to better ball striking. Now, after being absent from the gym, because of CoVid for almost four years, I've reinstituted my four or five day a week work out schedule. Two weeks ago was one of my better rounds in over six months. My body is again feeling a lot more invigorated and my distance is coming back. In addition to your senior tips, I would definitely recommend some type of gym program for your senior viewers. As Always Giles, Well Done!
That’s amazing to hear that you’re getting out there and seeing the distance come back! Unfortunately I won’t ever post a video on gym routines. You need to find a strength and conditioning professional for that
Wow!!! Loved these explanations 💗 Thanks so much. Learning to golf in my sixties so I really appreciate this video. I mostly use my 8 iron because it feels comfortable but are there any tips to get used to using my other clubs.
Much appreciated Giles. Watching this and reinforcing by using your checkpoints when practicing on the range, I believe 100% this swing will provide more consistency for me with my irons to hybrids so thank you. The only question I would like answered as a follow up is what adjustments to this other than ball position we would need if any for driver?
yes, please. more senior specific videos. Please include stretching exercises seniors can do to increase flexibility to get a better golf swing. Thanks!
Great viseo covers the whole process, loving it and thanks. Im 62 who 30's in mind😂 and realize my body is less flexible...this causes my swing out of wack. Over backswing, rapid and inconsistent downswing etc... What are the recommended drills for correcting mindset would be?
Wow, so many helpful pointers! 2 questions; - I too frequently top my iron shots. You encourage “pushing up” in the swing. Can you elaborate exactly when in the downswing I should push up and / or what swing thoughts should I have or what actions should I take to prevent “ thinning” my shots? - are there any differences between iron and driver swings I need to consider as I incorporate your tips in this video?
- You push up just after left arm parallel in the downswing with your legs. I have videos on topping coming out later - The setup is the biggest difference
Hi, thank you for your video. I was wondering what is the big difference between the senior swing as you explained it and for younger more flexible people??
do yoga seniors.....gradual stretching on a daily basis. but good stuff mate. love the set up, but no way most seniors can turn like you do on the back swing.
Most golf instructors will say to stay in posture throughout the swing and not stand up. It took me many years to realize this is SO WRONG. I'm certain that that seemingly correct, simple, bad advice has ruined countless golfers' swings. I'm noting this because you are clearly standing up as you hit THROUGH the ball, which is absolutely what you should be doing. Hope this helps others avoid years of frustration.
The first tip using the clock face / one o’clock analogy is very confusing. Am I facing a clock or am I the clock? Couldnt figure out which way to tilt my thumb(s). He talks so fast I couldn’t figure it out.
You’re stood in a clock with 12 being in front of you & 3 being to your right. Very simple so not sure where the confusion is. If I talk fast then play it in slower speed. Unfortunately I get people complaining when I slow down & yourself complaining when I speed up. No winning really
@@Gilesgillgolf how many lead hand knuckles showing does this equate to? - I adjust my grip by knuckles rather than clock face - but will give this a go
I’ve planned a complete iron guide video but want to know if this is something you’d like to see?
Would love to see and implement it.
@@terrypeeples1942thank you!
Hi Giles, this would be gold especially if you could combine it with options for windy weather as yesterday during my round we had to also deal with 35-40 kph wind speeds which changed my normal club selection to keep the ball lower. The first time I’ve had a score above 80 in a while so it had me thinking about if my mindset was incorrect. Cheers, Marcus.
Yes indeed.
Indeed everything from you is so clear and helpful
Dziękujemy.
Thank you!!
Thanks, Giles, for this informative video. As a senior golfer who has played the game for nearly 60 years, I can understand fully your logic that as we age, flexibility and strength become quite limited. Most golf instruction on the web is basically tailored to young, athletic players. I found this video extremely helpful. Keep up the good work!
Exactly that! Glad it helped
Great video, so helpful for us oldies.
It definitely will!
The best video produced for senior golfers and what to focus on in the golf swing. It helped me so much. Thank you!
Great to hear that it’s helped you!
Thank you for a very good video that shows each part of the swing separately. By observing the video I picked up a flaw I have been suffering from in my own swing. Now back on the range to practice.
Hope this helps!
Thank you for the video. Sales of golf clubs will now increase dramatically. More videos on the golf swing for seniors would be great.
I hope so!
Been trying out you're instructions Wow they have transformed my game I find that if I just concentrate on the push down wrist action everything else falls into place with long high draws many thanks on the easy to follow golf instructions. In my view a must for every Senior golfer 🏌️👍😁
That’s amazing! I’ll keep the seniors videos coming!
Giles I kid you not my buddies are asking if I've had lessons they've not seen me hitting shots like I have been . It's incredible and effortless thank you very much 👍😁👍🏌️
@@johnstarkey8126 that’s amazing! Hope that handicap has come down too!
Watched you on Eric Cogorno’s site when you gave the ‘Giggle’ drill. Every time I’ve had the opportunity to watch you, your tips are bang on! I have officially become a Giles Gill (GG) FAN & FOLLOWER (F&F). Thanks, Your new Canadian Ambassador, Don Aronson
That’s amazing! Thank you so much & I hope my content helps you reach your golfing goals!
Excellent, every tip from address to follow through is spot on. If a novice golfer just follows these tips they'll avoid so many pitfalls most golfers fall into. Thank you so much for this.....
Glad you enjoyed it and yes, this is a simple blueprint that any golfer can follow which will keep them away from those bad habits
Yes, it would be nice to see senior swing tips on shorter irons. And drivers. And fairway woods.
Will do
Good video. Im trying to rebuild my game after 48 yrs away from it. At 78 very little is the same. Senior specific videos are appreciated.
I hope this helps!
Just discovered your channel Giles. Terrific, clear explanations, plenty of thought for all abilities of golfer and love your enthusiasm. This one on set-up is really useful - you certainly need more ways to skin a cat as you mature! Look forward to watching more. Cheers.
Thank you! Exactly that & we need to work with the body & not against it
Always appreciate advice for seniors as I am 83
No problem! Glad you found it helpful
Hi Giles, nice one mate. I understand most of your viewers are older however this also is very useful for the younger generation who are more flexible as I believe it will help 99% of all golfers improve. 👍👍
A lot of these concepts will help most golfers
Thanks!
Thank you!!! 😁
Hi just found you and have to say that you're right in that a lot of on line coaching relates to the 20sum year old who is very agile and super fit and you give good advice and help for us boring oldies who still want to play this crazy game, well done..........🌟🎊🤩🥳
I’m glad you enjoyed the video! I have other videos that are senior specific so be sure to check them out
This great ..please do more senior videos. Quick question, when you are pushing off on to release the club on the downswing, are you pushing off on the left leg (right handed player) ? Thank you !
Yes you are
Excellent lesson for seniors Giles! Since I first started as a subscriber to your channel many moons ago, I have implemented a lot of your suggestions which has led to better ball striking. Now, after being absent from the gym, because of CoVid for almost four years, I've reinstituted my four or five day a week work out schedule. Two weeks ago was one of my better rounds in over six months. My body is again feeling a lot more invigorated and my distance is coming back. In addition to your senior tips, I would definitely recommend some type of gym program for your senior viewers. As Always Giles, Well Done!
That’s amazing to hear that you’re getting out there and seeing the distance come back! Unfortunately I won’t ever post a video on gym routines. You need to find a strength and conditioning professional for that
Wow!!! Loved these explanations 💗 Thanks so much. Learning to golf in my sixties so I really appreciate this video. I mostly use my 8 iron because it feels comfortable but are there any tips to get used to using my other clubs.
Glad it was helpful! Just got to start hitting them & work on the weaknesses
Much appreciated Giles. Watching this and reinforcing by using your checkpoints when practicing on the range, I believe 100% this swing will provide more consistency for me with my irons to hybrids so thank you. The only question I would like answered as a follow up is what adjustments to this other than ball position we would need if any for driver?
I have a complete driver guide coming out on Wednesday
yes, please. more senior specific videos. Please include stretching exercises seniors can do to increase flexibility to get a better golf swing. Thanks!
Won’t be offering any stretching exercises. I’m a golf coach & not a PT so am not comfortable offering that advice on social media channels
Great video Giles…..I’m not quite a senior yet but def not young! Cheers earned a sub 👍
Thanks for the sub!
27? That must have been a hard paper round! Only kidding, great video, really useful 👍. You have a new subscriber 👏👏
Thank you 😂
Brilliant !!
Thank you
Great viseo covers the whole process, loving it and thanks.
Im 62 who 30's in mind😂 and realize my body is less flexible...this causes my swing out of wack. Over backswing, rapid and inconsistent downswing etc... What are the recommended drills for correcting mindset would be?
It’s about the quality of the pivot & and not about how much you turn
Wow, so many helpful pointers! 2 questions;
- I too frequently top my iron shots. You encourage “pushing up” in the swing. Can you elaborate exactly when in the downswing I should push up and / or what swing thoughts should I have or what actions should I take to prevent “ thinning” my shots?
- are there any differences between iron and driver swings I need to consider as I incorporate your tips in this video?
- You push up just after left arm parallel in the downswing with your legs. I have videos on topping coming out later
- The setup is the biggest difference
Yes, add me to your subscribers who would to see your iron play series. Also, I am anxious to see your short game lessons. Thank you
Posted some already but have more coming out
Great info. Do you find , at the top of the swing, the club is more vertical than in the "young flexy" swing. But, same hand depth?
Yes I often do and simply because the more you turn the longer the swing gets. The less you turn the shorter the swing and more vertical the shaft
Hi, thank you for your video. I was wondering what is the big difference between the senior swing as you explained it and for younger more flexible people??
The amount of rotation, side bend & speed
Excellent 👏
Thanks a lot 😊
Great video. Tried lifting the heel but end up duffing shots😢
Not for all people because if you do it incorrectly you can sway
Will this concept prevent toe strikes?
This will
@@GilesgillgolfThanks for quick response.
@@gilwiengart7370 no problem!
Do you shift weight from your left side to your right at the start of the backswing?
Yes I do
what do u suggest for hitting the driver higher? @@Gilesgillgolf
@@sidtaubman6007 have a watch of my video that goes out tonight
As a senior golfer how can i compress the ball?
By following this video
I´m struggelig with too much compression. Any idea related to this video. Will test this swing tomorrow 🤣
Too much as in you’re delofting the club too much and you can’t launch the ball?
AoA = -7 with an 8 iron. Low ballflight. Loss of length. Bites quickly
do yoga seniors.....gradual stretching on a daily basis. but good stuff mate. love the set up, but no way most seniors can turn like you do on the back swing.
Like I said in the lesson you won’t turn as much as me
Most golf instructors will say to stay in posture throughout the swing and not stand up. It took me many years to realize this is SO WRONG. I'm certain that that seemingly correct, simple, bad advice has ruined countless golfers' swings. I'm noting this because you are clearly standing up as you hit THROUGH the ball, which is absolutely what you should be doing. Hope this helps others avoid years of frustration.
Every golfer has to extend
I wish I could turn that much lol, wait til you hit 55
Quality over quantity
The first tip using the clock face / one o’clock analogy is very confusing. Am I facing a clock or am I the clock? Couldnt figure out which way to tilt my thumb(s). He talks so fast I couldn’t figure it out.
You’re stood in a clock with 12 being in front of you & 3 being to your right. Very simple so not sure where the confusion is. If I talk fast then play it in slower speed. Unfortunately I get people complaining when I slow down & yourself complaining when I speed up. No winning really
@@Gilesgillgolf how many lead hand knuckles showing does this equate to? - I adjust my grip by knuckles rather than clock face - but will give this a go
@@DuncanMcfadyen 3
as Senior golfers, we may not have "a year or two..."😂
😂😂😂
Giles hi something is wrong with the like button it just won't add my like to your helpful tips
Oh no! I have no idea why sorry