Ben Hogan's Magic Elbow - The Best Golf Ball Striking Tip You Need to Know
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- Опубликовано: 20 июн 2024
- Ben Hogan and the magic of the trail elbow - one of the best Ben Hogan golf ball striking tips you need to know. This is one of the best golf ball striking tips because it makes the golf swing so easy to repeat and also fixes 11+ golf swing problems. This Ben Hogan golf tip comes from his book Five Lessons: The Modern Fundamentals of Golf. More specifically, in the Stance section, Ben Hogan discusses the importance of tucking in the trail elbow to allow it to stay "glued to his side" in the golf swing. Ben Hogan's "elbow tucking" setup serves many important purposes:
1. It allows the golf club to travel on the same path every single time for a consistent, automatically repeating golf swing with amazing golf ball striking.
2. It creates an automatic wrist hinge and stores up power in the trail arm in the backswing - for powerful golf ball striking.
3. It stores power and lag on the downswing - preventing casting and early extension in the process and opening up room to hit really clean golf shots.
4. It allows the trail arm to powerfully FIRE through the golf ball after impact - sending all of your energy through the ball without wasting any power and creating amazing golf ball striking feelings.
5. It prevents slices and ultimately fixes the slice because the elbow staying tucked prevents the club from swinging over the top in the downswing.
6. It helps keep the lead, left arm straight in the golf swing for crispy, clean contact and improve your golf ball striking.
7. It allows for EFFORTLESS POWER because of the trail arm loading I mentioned earlier.
8. It promotes a proper inward hand path and prevents golfers from lifting their arms - increasing consistency and power and improving golf ball striking.
There are SO MANY MORE BENEFITS in this Ben Hogan golf ball striking tip that I don't have enough time to list all of them!
Ben Hogan's Magic Elbow - The Best Golf Ball Striking Tip You Need to Know - Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
0:16 What is the Magic Elbow?
0:56 Here's the Golf Tip
2:20 Golf Swing Feels
3:37 Downswing Benefits - Slice Fix
4:22 Downswing Benefits - Lag and Power
5:45 More Benefits - Easy Wrist Hinge
6:32 Lesson Notes
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You produce nice video on the value of the Right elbow but way you see the value of mechanics I take little issue with you. If you look at how Ben Right elbow is created on the back swing to your form. Your elbow goes back to far which limits right elbow placement on the down swing. Watch Ben Rich elbow going back and see it movement on the down swing is not as go as his. If you watch his down swing the right elbow go forward where right arm is up and shoulder title is great all because of right elbow timing and placement.
Your timing is later than Ben that affect shape of the body during the down swing and delays right elbow placement during the down swing which affect rotational force he talks about in his Two drawing going into the hands.
The two drawing in his book the Five Lesson gives greatest understanding if you understand all that is parts to the golf swing he shows.
Little differences with the Right elbow affects rotational force ability going into the hands.The timing and placement of the Right elbow during the down swing affect spine title and force into the hands. The right elbow action determines lag time of the hands to strike the ball. As the right arm extends out the club face turns and comes open to the ball and lower snap affect of the hands/.
Timing the snap of hand is in direct relations to right elbow placement. If the righ elbow is in side as your club head goes into ball your shoulder are titles tha allows greater rotation force going into the hands so they create the snap of the club head through the ball.
Keep working but in MY view your still little off in what he created as the most affect swing mechanics for each clubs. The one big weakness to me in this video is your foot work placement for the. club you used. The placement of feet in your swing did not allow your right elbow to be used affectedly.
Ben Hogan has foot work placement for each club so the right elbow can be place in the most affect way. Watch your hip go up as the right elbow comes through show your foot work setup did not allow the right elbow to come through without you moving up and down. . Your work is good. My area is base on physical training for swing mechanics for each club base in core breathing and hip setup so spine and shoulder are affective.
Have good day. You can look me up on You Tube and my explaining the two drawing from energy point of view and shape of the body for swing mechanics. Your young and I am OLD. Have a good day.
@@Qitrainer You did not finish 3rd grade grammar, or you do not naturally speak English. Tom is trying to focus on "one" of thousands, if not many more, aspects of the physics of the golf swing. Try to focus. Perfecting one thing can automatically correct many others.
This last summer I was in the zone for about a month. My take away felt compact and connected and my ball striking was very solid and consistent. Sadly the feel of that take away went away. I still hit plenty of good shots, but the consistency was lost. After watching "Hogan's magic elbow" I made a few swings and the feeling of this summer's take away was back. I went to the range and the it was like summer all over again. I can't wait to take the "magic elbow" to the course.
Great lesson, Ben Hogan, the best golfer ever..
Dude... seriously, you just suck at understanding high to mid handicap golfers.
@04:00, you are showing exactly what I mean. You keep talking about the 'trail arm' and you show casting, but what you COMPLETELY FAIL to talk about is the fact that the downswing is being initiated by the shoulders/arms. THAT'S WHAT CAUSES CASTING.
The way you demo it backs it up. Your hips follow your shoulder turn when you start the casting motion. That's what most golfers do. That's why they can't hit the ball with any consistency and work up a sweat when they're at the driving range.
High handicappers (most of the golfing public) start the swing like your bad example @04:00. I've rarely encountered a high handicapper who started the swing with their hips. Obviously, you overexaggerate the casting motion, but even when you do, you're starting it with your shoulders/arms and your hips try to follow, even with you don't try to let them.
Also, the TRAIL ARM is NOT a source of thunderous godly power, or whatever that horseshit you said... it's simply there to keep the club on plane and assist in channeling the power from THE HIPS. The hips are the power generators of the swing. The backswing lets you coil up, turns the torso/chest... the slightest pause to let the hips start the swing, and then the shoulders, arms, and hands follow.
Everyone from Ben Hogan onward has said this. It's not hard to understand. I don't know what else to tell you.
My 91 yr old Dad still says "tuck the right elbow" every time I visit and go off to play golf. He also loves to say- "clubs for sale, sweet spot never hit"
Your Dad sounds like a fun dude to play golf with.
@@aokworldwide_com6298 Thanks. I count my blessings that he and Mom have lived such a long life, especially considering his military career and time spent in harm's way. I didn't take up golf until 40, and he had to quit due to arthritis at only 48. He took me to the MCAS Miramar in San Diego 10 years ago and said "what the hell" , picked up my wedge and chipped in from off the green....the only time I saw him hit a ball since I caddied for him in 1969 in Atsugi Japan. Good times. Have a great day.
“sweet spot never hit”🤣🤣🤣
What about the "Hogan Swing Plane" who ever talks about that??
@@shofey before Hogan died he said he was all wrong about his swing plane and wished he would have changed it. Said could have won a lot more tournaments.
Best single golf tip ever. I’m an instant fan of yours.
I'm glad you enjoyed it, Randall. It truly is a "magic" elbow that can cure many a swing affliction!!
If you haven't already done so please subscribe to my channel as there is plenty more where this came from, including another Hogan episode airing on Saturday evening (EST)!!
Thanks!
Tom
This video literally changed my golf game. I golfed with my dad first time in like 3-4 months after practicing this for only a couple weeks. He was literally blown away at the power and distance I was getting. He was telling me to explain It to him because he was even noticing how much more shallow my plane was.... I had some wind at back (a lot) but I had a drive to 370+!! I had 3-4 others that were extremely impressive as well. Longest I’ve driven the ball in my life, by far, and my irons were extremely crispy. My dad literally goes “dude you are creating some serious club head speed and lag(he’s a good golfer)...Need to redo my distances because I’m constantly going long lol. Can’t say I’m mad. Saguto is the goat. Stay crispy everyone
@Brmax24,
Dude......... 370+???!!! 💪💪💪
This lesson video has helped so many folks, in many case producing dramatic results such as those you are experiencing. It truly is a "MAGIC" elbow, because it conquers such a vast array of swing issues to deliver exactly what you said - a shallowed in to out path, lag, serious speed, and extra crispy impact!!
Well done and thanks so much for sharing!!
Your in Crispiness,
Tom
@@SagutoGolf thanks again Tom! I can’t wait to play again most fun in years golfing. Other thing I noticed the next day. Was how sore my core, glutes, hamstrings were... Never had that happen in the past golfing .. All hands I guess and no big muscles with the previous swing
Bs
@@trentadkins4080 mad you’re bad ?
@@Bmax24 you are right ! This tip changed my golfing life!! Found myself in places I have never been on my course ! Good places btw.
I have watched literally hundreds of RUclips videos on golf swings and how to hit the golf ball. This video is probably the Best golf swing video I have ever seen! It has clarified and simplified something I had in the past found to be so complex and difficult. I don’t have to think about the back swing or the downswing anymore! It is almost like my swing is on autopilot. Thank you Tom!!!
I revisited this video and must say that, after 35 years of golf, and receiving countless tips, THIS IS THE MOST IMPORTANT PRINCIPLE I HAVE EVER LEARNED.
It will UTTERLY TRANSFORM your swing.
It should be the first thing golfers are taught.
My God, when I think of the frustration I would've been spared had I learned this at age 15 ...
This video is a Saguto classic.
When friends ask how I've improved so much, I send them this video.
Is it similar for driver?
I watched this video last night and hit my first 300 yard drive ever at the driving range tonight. I don’t think I’ve ever hit the sweet spot on a driver until I watched this video. It’s literally game changing. This is pure gold. Wow. Thank you!
That's awesome, Jacob - well done!! 💪💪
This lesson on Mr. Hogan's "magic elbow" has helped countless golfers across the globe to overcome a myriad of issues and experience great ball striking. I'm very glad to know that it also resonated well with you!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is performing well for you, I am quite certain you will really enjoy and benefit from the comprehensive, structured, step-by-step learning platform for all the finer aspects of the swing (and the game in general) in my online school. Have you looked into it yet? Thousands of folks across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, and I'm happy to let their unsolicited testimonials tell the story: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews. And here is a link to my free mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you are interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Tom I just want to genuinely thank you. I found your channel near the beginning of the year and I started trying your techniques, but I also tried the techniques from some of the major channels. After poor performance and some neck, shoulder, and back pain/aches I decided to really focus on your channel and fundamentals. Im thrilled to say that after 3 months of watching and re-watching your videos and going to the range twice a week, my golf game has changed dramatically. I would always hit around 105 to 110, and now I'm hitting in the high 80s. As a result of your videos I consistently make clean contact and hit the ball straight. Ive never been more excited about the game. Ive abandoned all the other channels and look forward to every one of your videos.
Welcome to "the dark side", John, where the spoils of "conventional" instruction - chronic inconsistency, physical pain, and endless frustration - yield to the fruits of effortless and body-friendly enjoyment of this great game for a lifetime. 😆
Seriously, I'm very glad to learn of your success through this instruction, and I am THRILLED to know how much fun you are now having playing this great game!! THAT is what this channel and my online school are really all about!!
Thanks for sharing, and keep up the great work!!
Tom
@@SagutoGolf I practiced this tuck for a good hour in 86 degree weather before my round, and not only did I pure multiple howitzers, it helped me pack in some pit juice with a stench that blew my opponent away. I skunked him out of winning the big prize , a bag of Cheetos.
Truly Yours,
Cheetos Challenge Champion
Just wanted you and anyone who watches this my own experience on this video. It has single handedly changed my golf game for the better. I've been seriously playing for about 3 years now and had thought about giving up a few times because no matter how many videos I watched or how many balls I hit on the range I couldn't get a consistent swing and was not improving at all. Within, no kidding, 2 days of practicing this swing technique, I've not only added about 15 yards per club but my ball striking is crisp and flush. I just shot 6 strokes better than I normally do on the first 9 I played after using it and if I knew how to chip it would have been closer to 10 strokes. And my ball flight, wow, high towering shots that feels so good when I hit it. Enough rambling, THANK YOU. thank you for posting this video. It's given me a new sense of enjoyment of golf.
Do you keep the right elbow in on driver too or just irons
@@robertwhite3067 Same. You might want to check your face of the club at impact. You can go to a neutral to strong golf grip ( look it up) to prevent slicing- or as Ben Hogan did also, pull your rear leg back from even just a bit.
I've been playing a little over a year. Had lessons, watched all the youtubes but couldn't hit consistently to save my life. Until this video. This incredible, simple tip has given me a simple, crisp, effective, repeatable swing. Every time. I've gone from sipping Bud Light to the land of milk and honey. Thank you, Tom!
That's awesome!! This lesson on Mr. Hogan's "magic elbow" has helped countless golfers across the globe to overcome a myriad of issues and experience great ball striking. I'm very glad to know that it also resonated well with you!
Thanks for sharing your dramatic improvement and keep up the great work!!
Tom
PS: Now that you've had a taste of the crispy KFC ball striking bliss I've been talking about, perhaps you are ready for the full buffet? To this end I invite you to check out my online school where you can take your learning - and your game - to the next level. But don't just take my word for it; have a look at the unsolicited testimonials of some of the thousands of folks from across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players - who are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result:
I just saw this great video and was able to reach over from my chair and pick up Ben's 5 Lessons book that I had on my desk. That book is my bible. Ben shows the great drill on pages 82 and 83 which demonstrates what Tom is advocating. You can do it in your garage and is a great warm-up before playing. Actually, this video is a great reminder for me.
Yep, Ben Hogan’s Five Lessons is a must-read for every golfer. Thanks for providing a great reminder and visualization!
All I can say is WOW! I'm a high handicap golfer. I've had lessons, tried various ideas from RUclips, but took this tip on the driving range today, and what a difference! The drives were heading straight! I really had to tuck that arm close, but that's it. Just taking a smooth. Controlled, swing. Thank you so much for this information.
There really is so much gold here! I need to watch the first few minutes of this just before leaving to go to the range every time! Thanks Tom and thanks Ben Hogan
My aim is indeed for SagutoGolf to be the Fort Knox of online golf instruction, David, and based on the comments Mr. Hogan's "Magic Elbow" has been a gold nugget for many golfers out there!!
Thanks for your kind words and support, and keep up the great work!!
Tom
Yep, makes perfect sense, been using this for chipping too
Excellent tip I found this video today yesterday at range I kept my elbow tucked close against my side and hit amazing straight irons. definitely something to this
More than any other swing keys, the right elbow on the right hip on the downswing is the single Hogan move that will cure all swing ills because it sets the swing plane AND it enables a full arm extension throwing motion release from the inside to avoid the #1 swing flaw- coming over the top!
You got it, Jim - that is indeed the elixir for most all diseases of the swing!!
Tom
Thanks Tom. Your enthusiasm and positive encouragement extends far beyond the borders of your home. Informal, renewing discoveries of past greats, you are a treat to watch.
I truly appreciate your kind words, Ron, and I'm very glad to know that you are enjoying my channel's content!!
Thanks very much for your support!!
Cheers,
Tom
One of the best tips anyone can give on the golf swing
Thanks Drew - I'm glad you enjoyed this latest addition to my Hogan series!!
Cheers!
Tom
Thanks for taking the time to help us! This is my 3rd year playing golf and I incorporated this move several months ago and it’s a game changer! You do a great job and it’s appreciated!
It is my pleasure, Brenan! I'm very glad to know that my instruction is resonating with you. This lesson on Mr. Hogan's "magic elbow" has helped countless golfers across the globe to overcome a myriad of issues and experience great ball striking. I'm thrilled that it helped you as well!
Thanks for your kind words and keep up the great work!!
Tom
Without reservation, this is the best video instruction for tucking the right elbow in . At 71 years young my power and distance is diminishing. My wife and I tried this tuck move and we are ecstatic with the effortless results. Our chipping has become deadly accurate to boot. I would encourage all senior golfers to adopt this tucking move. Many many thanks, coach!!
Was listening to 5 lessons while working on grip last night. It really came together when he got to "tucking the arms and elbows in as close as possible". That tuck actually happens naturally for me and didn't even know it! I also use a short thumb without even knowing it haha!
I've been setting up like this for years and have often wondered if it was restricting my back swing length. Thanks for the reaffirmation that I'm on the right track. Every thing that you say about the benefits of the elbow tuck is spot on, in my experience.
Thanks for that tip, i have been trying to hinge, lag & so many other things to confuse me. I did this drill with allignment sticks keeping my elbow tucked to my body & i got more distance & hit the ball closer to my target. I need to to practice & get more consistant but it really simplified workingbon my swing, thank you, amazing tip.
You've been a big help in my golf game! Been playing for four months and people assume I've been playing for years. I try to keep the same essential swing and focus on the movement you talk about here but also set up with my dominant wrist in a hinged position and try to basically keep my hands and wrists in the same exact position through contact.
Sounds like you've figured out a great and effective way to simplify this for yourself! Well done!!
Keep up the great work - you've come a very long way in a very short amount of time!!
Thanks for your kind words and for sharing your success!
Tom
Tom, I never comment on any YT videos but I wanted to thank you for this amazing tip. Have been struggling with consistency (also due to shifting my weight all over the place; if anyone hasn't seen Tom's video on that, please do), and just by following those two lessons of yours, my golf swing instantly and dramatically approved. Will be recommending this to my dad, my friends - everyone! 100% a believer.
This lesson on Mr. Hogan's "magic elbow" has helped countless golfers across the globe to overcome a myriad of issues and experience great ball striking, James. I'm very glad to know that it also resonated well with you!
Thanks for sharing your improvement, and I appreciate the referrals!!
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/
Well done and thank you. One of the clearest, most pertinent, concise golf lessons I’ve seen, and resulting in immediate increase in regularity and precision. And isn’t that what we’re all looking for?
Thanks Tim - I'm very glad the "magic elbow" video helped your swing and ball striking consistency to such an extent!
I appreciate you sharing your success with this lesson - keep up the great work!
Cheers!
Tom
PS: By the way, due to their popularity I've combined my Hogan lesson videos into a playlist series on this channel. Here's the link in case you're interested in more similar content: ruclips.net/p/PLV62KxT7Mp7IyNDRp0hZK1F1OScdXx-u1
I want the other lessons that give me 25 things to think about in my backswing
I tried this out on the driving range today, and was really impressed with how solidly and consistently I was striking the ball. Great tip!
Glad it helped, Larry!! It truly is a "magic" move!!
Tom
This is absolutely true, top tip.
So just put the “magic elbow” to the test and it works! What I love about this is it really does put the whole swing together! Amazing! I want to feel the swing not think of 20 things as I’m swinging. This simplifies everything!
This lesson on Mr. Hogan's "magic elbow" has helped countless golfers across the globe to overcome a myriad of issues and experience great ball striking. I'm very glad to know that it resonated with you as well, Adam! Thanks for sharing your success with it!!
Tom
Thanks Tom, another fabulous lesson. You're awesome.
I watch these videos with my 8yr old son in Ireland and we love them - good work SagutoGolf!!!
Really one of the best tips I ever got. A lot of videos are talking about WHY this elbow is useful but only this one really simple shows how I need to do it.
Thanks a lot for sharing this!
Best regards from Germany!
I'm very glad to know that this "magic elbow" lesson resonated well with you, Eric. If we can get to that position crispy contact is nearly guaranteed!
I hope all is well in Germany!!
Tom
This is fantastic. "Right Elbow Magic." Tom does it again. Clearest, easiest to understand and most effective instructor on RUclips. Down right awesome. Keep it crispy.
Thanks Gregory - I appreciate that and I'm glad you enjoyed the "magic" show!!
Cheers!
Tom
@@SagutoGolf My pleasure Tom. Every word of it is true.
Curious, did my "right elbow magic" comment I posted a while back have anything to do with why you titled your lesson "HOGAN'S MAGIC ELBOW?"
OMG I thought I invented this and here it is on RUclips. I've been found this out. You get way more consistent with this method.
I've been spying on you all along, neighbor. I just didn't think you'd ever find out.....😆😆
Yes - indeed it is great for consistency and power!!
Cheers!
Tom
I really like this video. Very simple explanation that eliminates the need for a lot of different swing thoughts. However you forgot to mention a very important thing I noticed in your video. Those pants are great because if you have a hole in your pocket your golf balls or loose change won't fall out on the ground!
Your golf tip in this video is awesome! You've cured the slice on my iron shots! Now I can focus on increasing my club distances. Thank you so much !!!
Excited for this one.
Just watched this video which shows the tucked-in trail arm. I have been doing this for some time now which together with the turn of the shoulders which you have also described is now making my golf so much more fun and my ball striking has improved 90%, Thanks for these videos Tom and best wishes to you.
Nice work, Bob, and thanks so much for your kind words and support!!
Keep it crispy and keep it fun!!
Tom
Saguto! I started following you back when you only had a few subscribers. Lot's of helpful tips along the way but I just re watched this one and wow! By implementing the Hogan right elbow AND focusing on getting that left shoulder "under" in the take away, the swing just happens naturally. This has been a game changer for me - thanks for what you do Tom!
I appreciate your long-term support of my channel!
This lesson on Mr. Hogan's "magic elbow" has helped countless golfers across the globe to overcome a myriad of issues and experience great ball striking. I'm very glad to know that it did the same for you as well!
Thanks again and keep up the great work!
Tom
I'm getting on this straight away.. Great video.
I keep coming back to this video! This simple lesson changed my swing, giving me more power on drives, and better accuracy with my irons. Whenever I start "straying" I come back and watch it again! Thanks,Tom!
You and countless others around the globe, Brian. The "magic elbow" truly is the cure-all for so many swing afflictions!!
Keep up the great work and have fun out there!!
Tom
@@SagutoGolf Tom, when you swing longer, like with the driver, what happens then? It would seem a longer, driver swing would pull the elbow further way or higher unless you want a swing that look like Rahm's (which wouldn't be bad, obviously).
Have been using this one for a while, definitely helps, especially with irons.
I'm glad this lesson video benefited you, Mark! It truly is a "magic" elbow!!!
Cheers!
Tom
Great advice, followed it today and shot 83 after a 95 yesterday. Couldn’t miss the fairway. Thank you!
AWESOME!! Well done, Joseph!!
Thanks for sharing and keep up the great playing!!
Tom
Thanks for this video. Wow, that little change makes a huge difference. It is so subtle. One thing I have struggled with is too much tension in my right shoulder, elbow, and wrist. I have to work hard at keeping that side soft and loose. I definitely want to tighten up and it kills my speed and release. I know for certain that the elbow position is really important and I know when I am "wrong" at the top of the backswing. Thanks, you really helped.
Very nostalgic of Hogan style swing and truly inspirational
Thank you Edward!
Hi Tom. A crispy update on trail arm progress - she’s coming along rather nicely - and I feel the whole “crispier shot” thing is gradually increasing in frequency at the moment - which is just fine for me. I know I’m making real progress with your online course. 😜. This evening, I hit an intended lay-up 5 wood , my 3rd shot on a 530 yds par 5 (after a decent drive, but a poor second shot with my 3 wood) from 212 yards, thinking I’d hit it about 175 yds as usual, and then chip on. However... I connected perfectly, nice little draw. Fluid. Effortless. Felt really comfortable and natural. Couldn’t see it land as the hole is lower than the ridge which was in front of me, maybe 40 yds ahead from where I hit it. It ended 4 ft from pin. Sunk for birdie. Walking tall. Love this game. 😎
I love it, Nick!! *_"Fluid, effortless, comfortable, and natural"_* - that's what we're shooting for here, because that's what ultimately leads us to enjoying this great game for a lifetime! (i.e.: "Love this game" as you say! 😆)
Thanks so much for sharing that great shot!!
Keep it crispy!!
Tom
The best golf tip and explanation I have ever had.
Thanks for your kind words - I'm glad you enjoyed this lesson video!!
Tom
PS: By the way, due to their popularity I've combined my recent Hogan lesson videos into a playlist series on this channel. Here's the link: ruclips.net/p/PLV62KxT7Mp7IyNDRp0hZK1F1OScdXx-u1
Tom! Thank you for these tips! Changed my game! Haven’t shot this well in my life!
Welcome to "the dark side", @henaman32, where the spoils of "conventional" instruction - chronic inconsistency, physical pain, and endless frustration - yield to the fruits of effortless and body-friendly enjoyment of this great game for a lifetime. 😆
I'm very glad to learn of your success!! Thanks so much for your support, and keep up the great work!!
Tom
Best golf tip I’ve ever had. I’m normally preoccupied with my swing plane but this move makes it a natural movement. Had a super game after adopting it. 👍
That's Fabulous, Bob! It truly is a "MAGIC" elbow!!
Thanks for sharing your success with this lesson video!
Tom
That’s two of us. I incorporated this into my trigger and it’s chanced my golf life.
i love this guys common sense approach to teaching golf swing
Thanks Tanner - I appreciate your kind words and I'm very glad to know that you are enjoying my channel's instruction content!!
Tom
This no doubt is a powerful move. Ben Hogans book is a present I got from a friend who introduced me to this game in the early 90’s. But I found his descriptions too detailed. Although I did go through the book. I think for a driver keeping your right elbow glued to your side is a bit restricting. For irons especially mid to short it works well. Nice tip and reminder for those of us who have studied his book.
Yes! This video is spot on! This idea of right elbow tucked has magically improved my release (I never really had one) and I think it is also helping me maintain the upper body position throughout the swing. I want to say I think it has helped me start the downswing correctly also, more down than around. I almost feel like the right arm/elbow is leading the downswing. It makes perfect sense, the dominant side is running the show. This video is gold. Thanks!
Thanks Jim - I'm glad this lesson video featuring Mr. Hogan helped you to such an extent!! It truly is a "magic" elbow!!!
Tom
This one cracked the code on my swing. Today was the first day I had a repeatable swing and that click. Only thought keeping that elbow in position. Thank you for providing this instruction!
Awesome - I'm very glad to know that Hogan's Elbow worked its magic on your swing!!
Thanks for sharing your success with this lesson, and keep up the great work!!
Tom
Great video. Peter Thomson had this position with his right elbow too. Finished second to Hogan in 1953 and won The Open five times.
That "magic elbow" - a trademark move of many great players as you mention - by itself can overcome a variety of amateur swing flaws by still bringing them into a proper position from which to hit!
Cheers!
Tom
Best advice that helped me so far in simplifying my Swing.
Thank you for this video! Fixed my slice and improved consistency!!
Fantastic - Thanks for letting me know!! The "Magis Elbow" is definitely a slice-buster!!
Keep up the great work!
Tom
That sounds very interesting, I need to try as it , thanks
Really excellent - I have been working on this in my swing, keeping the trail arm more connected, and it greatly improves consistency (and I am a Plus 1.9 index). Nice video.
Thanks Mark - I'm glad it help you!!
Nice playing by the way!!
Tom
Plus 1.3 index here, totally agree with what you said about connecting the trail arm, definitely improves ball striking and consistency, very often overlooked.
Just watched this last week. Practiced it a bit then put it in play on Saturday. WOW, played a whole round with irons only, and what amazing contact and ball striking. Thanks, this easy tip has done wonders for my ball striking.
That's fantastic, Rom - I'll very glad to know that Mr. Hogan's Magic Elbow worked its magic with your swing!!
Thanks for sharing and keep up the great work!!
Tom
Great video. I honestly have been attempting to do this, but did not realize this was the core of Hogan's swing. This video really pulls it together! Thaanks!
Thanks!! I'm glad this Hogan video resonated with you!!
By the way, due to their popularity I've combined my Hogan lesson videos into a playlist series on this channel. Here's the link: ruclips.net/p/PLV62KxT7Mp7IyNDRp0hZK1F1OScdXx-u1
Cheers!
Tom
After studying your golf tips for a week, I've narrowed it down to 3 swing thought/tips. 1- weight on lead leg throughout swing. 2- turn shoulder down at the ball. 3- stay connected and fire the right arm into the ball. These 3 skills alone are key. I cant recommend enough for everyone to join your membership golf school. Once I did, I instantly found all the missing pieces in my golf swing that I wasnt understanding from only watching your youtube videos. I think it should be mentioned, Toms online golf school is very professional and if in case your turned off by his "silliness" with his youtube videos, rest a sure, he is professional.
BTW, I enjoy the 'silliness'.
Thanks for clarifying the "silliness" thing, Desmond!!!...😂
Seriously, I truly appreciate your kind words and validation of my online school. Yes - Believe it or not, there are a few who can't quite cut through the camera persona on this free channel, so it's great to have your testimonial on the "all-business" nature of the online school, and as long as you don't mind I may reference it from time to time.
As for your three swing keys, they are absolutely spot on, and it is no wonder that you are enjoying such improvement and success!
Thanks again for your support, and keep up the great work!!
Tom
Stack and tilt keep right elbow tucked to your side and holy crap for the last two days I’ve been doing this, just watching this video now and yeah brother. I’ve never hit them so far and straight !!!!! Thanks
Welcome to "the dark side", Bill, where the spoils of "conventional" instruction - chronic inconsistency, physical pain, and endless frustration - yield to the fruits of effortless and body-friendly enjoyment of this great game for a lifetime. 😆
Cheers!
Tom
I have been referencing Ben Hogan 5 Lessons for 30 years in my own swing. I have watched two of your videos that take apart some not perfectly explained or unexplained elements of a Hogan method swing. My swing feels fantastic. Super crisp, reliable, and powerful.
Mr. Hogan timelessly delivers phenomenal instructional value, right?! But there are just so many misconceptions about Hogan’s swing out there - particularly within the realm of misunderstood or misapplied instruction - that have sadly relegated generations of golfers to the vast abyss of chronic frustration. I'm doing my best here to clear these up one by one and put an end to this madness by taking what Mr. Hogan conveys in the “Five Lessons” book as his "feels", applying it to the reality of what he actually did in his swing, and translating it into something we all - including myself - can learn well from. Because if we can get Hogan right there are tremendously effective swing keys to be garnered!!
I'm very glad to know that the lessons you referenced resonated well with you. Thanks for sharing your crispness, keep up the great work, and have fun out there!!
Tom
One of the best and simplest of tips every amateur should follow 👍
Indeed it is!! The "Magic Elbow" conquers many a swing flaw!!
Cheers!
Tom
100% true. I finally broke 90 after implementing this. When my swing starts to get a little sketchy I remind myself to be mindful of that right elbow and my swing gets corrected. If I could only put now.
It absolutely is the "magic" elbow, Aldo!! Nice job!!
By the way, with regard to your putting you may be interested in looking into the SagutoGolf online school as that is where you'll find all my short game instruction. For just $10 US/month or $99 US/year you'll have unlimited access to a comprehensive members-only learning system for the full swing along with chipping, pitching, putting, bunker play, and much more, and I'm regularly adding new content. The school's intuitive course curriculum greatly simplifies the entire process for you. Here's a link if you'd like additional info: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga.
Congratulations on breaking 90 and keep up the great work!!
Tom
Yesterday I saw this video and went to play a round and ended up shooting my best score (79) from my previous personal best 85. It helped keep the ball in play the whole round. Love it.
That's fabulous, David - congrats on absolutely nuking your previous personal best score!! I'm very glad to know that this lesson benefited your game to such an extent. It truly is a "magic" elbow!!
Thanks for your support of my channel and for sharing your success, and keep up the great work!!
Tom
Started using this swing today in my golf game and I have to say that it has helped my swing greatly. Will continue to work on this swing but it has so much promise in my future golf game. Thank you.
I'm very glad to know that my instruction is resonating well with you, Art!
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 it: saguto.golf
Also, here's a link to my free mini-course: go.saguto.golf/
Keep up the great work and have fun out there!!
TS
Have heard and known about this aspect of Ben Hogans swing for many years. Finally someone has explained its benefits and how to do it clearly and effectively. It all makes perfect sense and I intend to incorporate this technique into my game as soon as possible. Thanks for a truly impackful tip I'm fully confident, that's bound to be a game changing improvement move for all who implement it into their set-up. Great tip & outstanding video.
I'm glad to know that my explanation of Mr. Hogan's trail elbow action resonated well with you, Steven!
Thanks for your kind words. I hope this tip works the same "magic" for you that it is for so many others across the globe!!
Tom
This is THE best swing thought. It sets the club in the right position, naturally hinges the wrists for lag, and delivers crispy and consistent contact. Every time. It’s easy too. When I start hitting it bad (usually fat) it’s because I’m disconnecting my arms from the body. Hogan’s elbow fixes this. Feeling the lag is awesome too.
It is indeed a "magic" elbow and the solution to many a swing issue!!
Love this! An add on, if you have trouble doing this, put a rag in between your back arm and your body and keep it pinned there while you swing. Helps you exagggerate that movement and force you into different muscle memory. 👍👍
I'm glad you enjoyed the "magic elbow", Zachary!! Yes - a rag or a golf glove works well. Actually in the Stack and Tilt book they suggest a drill where you hit shots with a tee stuck under each armpit and try to keep both tees in place throughout the entire swing.
Thanks!
Tom
Fantastic! Works every time! Shortens backswing for better control!
It is indeed "magical", Michael!!
Cheers!
Tom
Recently started doing this and hitting some amazing shots. Once you discover this power source you won’t let go of it. Great job!
This one Hogan lesson has fixed many a swing issue and helped thousands of golfers across the globe achieve the best ballstriking of their lives. I'm glad to count you among them, Joseph!
Thanks for sharing and keep up the great work!!
Tom
I'm a former Tennis player. And since I started playing Golf I always wondered why everyone disagreed with me when I told them that the right side hits the ball. After watching this video I now know i was right. and thank you for the best tip I have ever had.
I'm glad you found this video, Robert!! The transition from tennis to golf would be a very easy one if not for that erroneous bit of advice that sadly permeated deeply into the world of "conventional" instruction. Hopefully you are now well on your way to experiencing ball striking bliss!!
Tom
i was doing this very thing at the range today elbow tucked in on trail arm mucking around with lag on 7 iron
driving up to 175+ yards and hitting as crispy as kfc, had people watching me , ive had 20 games of golf in my life
but i have been absorbing Saguto golf lessons , this is the real deal, thankyou Tom. from the land down under
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That's fantastic, Grant!!
I'm glad to know that the KFC is still crispy when it gets down under because that's a very long way from Kentucky!!😆
Thanks for sharing your success and keep up the great work!!!
Cheers!
Tom
@@SagutoGolf Tom can I personally message as I discovered something with the grip that can get rid of a few more variables in the swing and would like opinion
Cheers
Hi Tom, I can't thank you enough for making this tutorial, it has improved my ball striking enormously. Like others, I constantly trawl through golf help vids but this is the first one that has actually worked on the course. Just by making a couple of small changes has paid huge dividends. Thanks again !!
That's fantastic, Keith! My lesson series on this "trail arm magic" has helped countless golfers across the globe to overcome wide variety of issues and experience great ball striking. I'm very glad to know that this concept is performing well for you, too!
Thanks for sharing your success with it and keep up the great work!! 💪💪
Tom
PS: With regard to watching different videos from different sources, please be careful in navigating the muddied, overly-complicated, oft-conflicting realm of golf instruction. That is not a dig against any other teachers out there. It's simply best to commit to a system - whether it be this body-friendly, powerful, consistent, low-maintenance method or another - put your blinders on, and stick to it. And if the system I teach appeals to you or at the very least stokes your curiosity, 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 accomplished, 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
Super video, looking forward to trying this.
beautiful swing
Very good. Helpful. Shot my best round day after watching this video. It shallowed my club. Better quality contact. I hit 12 out of 14 Fairways and came in with an 86 instead of the usual 92. Great instruction. Made sense. Thanks!!!
*Most Excellent, Albert* - and that's a Fairways-hit stat that most top pros would be rather envious of!! I'm glad to know that this lesson resonated well with you - it truly is a "magic" elbow!!
Thanks for sharing your success and keep up the great work!!
Tom
I'm bowing down in front of you... Thank you very2 much for this tips... Your way of teaching is very simple yet very2 good
In the mid 90's I was stuck at about a 5hdcp, and had been for about 15 years since reaching that plateau in high school. I read 3 books that enabled me to break through that seemingly invisible barrier that kept me from breaking par and becoming a scratch golfer. The first was Ben Hogan's Five Lessons: The Modern Fundamentals of Golf. The second was Harvey Penick's Little Red Book: Lessons and Teachings from a Lifetime in Golf. The third was Dr. Richard Coop's Mind Over Golf with Bill Fields: Forward by Payne Stewart. I can't say enough about how much Dr. Coop's Mind Over Golf helped my mental game, which was the last (and arguably the most important) piece of the puzzle.
BTW man, your marketing skills are on point my man.
Excellent video describing the role and effectiveness in the golf swing that a connected right elbow can provide. Thanks Tom!
Thanks Richard - There really is a lot of "magic' in that elbow!!
By the way, due to their popularity I've combined my Hogan lesson videos into a playlist series on this channel. Here's the link if you are interested: ruclips.net/p/PLV62KxT7Mp7IyNDRp0hZK1F1OScdXx-u1
Cheers!
Tom
I really like the simplicity of the explanation. I didn’t need a note pad, a voice recorder and a Secretary. Just watch,pause, try it, and restart. Straight forward info. Very helpful. And being naturally left handed, and playing as a lefty , it helps me understand creating more power in my swing by having the pieces connected . 12 handicap looking for single digits. Nice work !
Hi Larry,
I truly appreciate your kind words and I am very glad the instruction on my channel is benefiting your game!!
Thanks for sharing, keep up the great work, and I look forward to hearing about your single-digit accomplishment in the near future!!
Cheers!
Tom
Index has gone from 11.4 to 7.5....thank you Tom. Just went out to the garage driving range ....elbow hugging ball striking Jessie I am ....
That's fabulous, Robert - *_crispily fabulous_* indeed!!
Thanks for sharing and keep up the great work!!
Tom
Thanks Tom, I'm having maybe two chunky shots or fat shots per round(we have a hilly course) which is heaps better than it used to be. The majority of my shots are now crisp, I now hear the club hit the ball instead of a dull thud of grass or turf. My scoring is consistent but my putting lets me down(sigh) .Enjoying your videos, how's the learner golfer going that you videoed a while ago?
Sounds like you are beginning to enjoy your order of KFC!! Nicely done!!
There are a couple of new golfers that I featured in recent months. Young Joey is doing great with his swing, but he's also a little preoccupied with his high school football team at the moment. Dustin is the guy who had never played before, and he came to me immediately prior to a scramble outing in which he actually recorded a natural birdie. After this great start to his golfing career, he recently shared with me that his game is continuing to progress nicely.
Thanks for asking, and keep up the great work!!
Stay crispy!
Tom
After watching this video for the first time, I went out in the world and played 27 holes, committing to tuck the trail arm in...wowza!!! Drives were constantly 30 yards longer. By the last 9 holes, my drives were landing in the same area as the guys hitting from the back tees. Plus they were beautiful!!!
That is *AWESOME,* Corinna!! I'm very glad to know that this Ben Hogan gem resonated so well with you!!
Thanks very much for sharing and keep up the great work!!
Tom
I cannot believe how well this worked. Had to comment and thank you for such a simple and effective technique.
@Martenoodle - This lesson on Mr. Hogan's "magic elbow" has helped countless golfers across the globe to overcome a myriad of issues and experience great ball striking. I'm very glad to know that it resonated with you as well!
Thanks for sharing your success with this lesson 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 checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
This was a breakthrough, I ended up feeling my right elbow dig into an L shape until the release--Oh what an effortless repeatable feeling! I must begin with the lower body. I struggled with the backswing my whole life, thanks to this teaching I can have zero tension in the arms at setup, it’s not a journey to the top anymore. What is key, is that I don’t have the anxiety of having to hinge my wrists, which gets me all locked up.
That's great, Father Paul B.! I'm very glad to know this lesson resonated well with you!!
Enjoy your newfound repeatable move and that nice crispy contact it provides!!
Thanks for sharing!
Tom
I can't wait to try this out! Does this tip work for all my clubs (irons, woods, driver)?
Hi Bryan,
Yes - it’s the same swing with every club in your bag.... (except the putter, perhaps 😆) Just some minor setup differences and naturally occurring shaft plane changes as we graduate up in club length from short irons to woods.
By the way, if you'd really like to own this swing through your entire bag please consider enrolling in the SagutoGolf online school as it is one of the best golf instruction values out there. For just $10 US/month or $99 US/year you'll have unlimited access to a comprehensive members-only learning system for the full swing and much more. The school's intuitive course curriculum greatly simplifies the entire process through succinct, step-by-step videos, and I'm regularly adding new content. Here's a link if you'd like additional info: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga.
I hope you have fun and enjoy some great results with the "Magic Elbow"!!
Tom
And chipping
Yes, wonderful tip!
This one tip has been hugely helpful. Keep keeping it simple. I don't need more confusion in my life.
I agree, Whitney - why should a recreational pastime further confuse an already far-too-complicated world??..... 😎
This lesson on Mr. Hogan's "magic elbow" has helped countless golfers across the globe to overcome a myriad of issues and experience great ball striking. I'm very glad to know that it also resonated well with you!
Keep up the great - and confusion-free - work!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is performing well for you, I am quite certain you will really enjoy and benefit from the simplified, comprehensive, structured learning platform for all the finer aspects of the swing (and the game in general) in my online school. Have you looked into it yet? Thousands of folks across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, and I'm happy to let their unsolicited testimonials tell the story: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews. And here is a link to my free mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you are interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
I know all this stuff. Have been golfing since I was a kid. Have you got a fix for forgetting to do these things? My issue is focus and remembering to do this stuff. lol
Write it all down on the golf ball so you can read it as you are setting up for the shot. The added benefit is that the guy who finds your ball in the woods will have the same tips to use. Always pay it forward.
I have a great drive but when it comes to the 150 marker. I tend to scoop the ball. Does this help with that?
The "magic elbow" cures many swing ailments!!
Also, if you are scooping with your irons this video may help you as well: ruclips.net/video/1OxwLLVJBLE/видео.html
Cheers!
Tom
Makes so much sense.... first summer playing at Santalahti Kymen Golf need all the tuition I can get.
Instant improvement and straighter shots when I implemented this in my club’s driving range and my golf net in my backyard!
Awesome!! 💪💪 I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing!!
By the way, here's a recent lesson on this same topic if you'd like to have a look: ruclips.net/video/GQI6SoL1AUg/видео.html
Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and keep up the great work!!
Tom
PS: Since you're liking my channel's content, I thought you might also enjoy my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Were you a stack and tilt or morad guy? You have their “finish swivel”.
He’s stated in a few previous videos that this is basically stack and tilt
My instruction is aligned with Stack and Tilt. I haven't traipsed into the depths of MORAD because I am a mental midget to Mac O'Grady's genius, but I know there's a good amount of Golfing Machine in there, and that is also a foundational element of S&T.
Tom
SagutoGolf thanks for the reply. I really like some of your interpretations of Hogan. I think where S&T departs from Hogan is the abrupt halt of the right shoulder and over emphasis on the down of the left going back as opposed to down and around. While Hogan didn’t have much of a weight shift he did have a lot of sweep to his shoulders independent of the rest of the body as it stayed centred. Particularly the downswing where he has a lot of motion in the right shoulder sweeping under and then past the chin. He had a very “long right arm” and you don’t get that same flailing high finish (yet held off) by restricting the range of motion of the right shoulder on a circle. I see it more as an oblong but with the consistency of the lack of lateral motion such that you get the best of both worlds. 👍🏻
The apex of the entire swing ...where the pendulum is attached
Thanks, Tom. That was extra crispy!
Thanks so much! Carried a pretty sweet 7.5 pre-COVID but have seem my GHIN keep rising into double digits. I attributed it mostly to horrible iron play along with some crud that obviously crept into my habits and I could not figure it out. Watched this video before heading to the range one afternoon this week and the results were literally immediate - not only more consistent compression/contact, but a much richer ball flight and stinkin' straight for a change. Just wanted to say thanks so much!
Welcome back to the wonderful world of compression, Keith! We never appreciate what we have until we lose it, and I'm very glad to know that this Hogan lesson helped you to recapture your game (and enjoy some stinkin' straight shots 😂)!! It truly is a "Magic Elbow"!!!
Thanks for sharing your success!!
Tom