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Thank you! I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!! Tom PS: By the way, since my channel's content is connecting well with you, I think you will also like 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/
Greetings from indonesia 🇮🇩 I started learning golf from scratch, been watching so many videos about ball striking with no significant result.. Untill i found saguto golf videos and watched almost all your videos and guess what? Playing golf has never been better than this before!! Thanks for sharing some easy way to play golf.. really enjoy every steps of ur tutorial bro 😇😇
That is fabulous, Fandy!! I am very glad to know that my instruction is resonating with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing and putting it into play. Thank you so much for your support in sharing your improvement and resulting enjoyment, and keep up the great work!! 💪💪 Tom Saguto, PGA PS: By the way, since my channel's content is performing well for you, I am confident that you will also benefit from my newly updated FREE mini course “The Top 3 Keys You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ Featuring 17 videos and 45 minutes of detailed lesson and drill content, this is a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the formal learning method that has countless 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 - now enjoying the best golf of their lives: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews
So true. Ended up with three knee surgeries and back problems from restricting my turn back in the day…now I play golf and get up next day feeling fine. Magic.
That's awesome, Dale!! Sadly, many misconstrued and/or misguided teachings of "conventional" instruction - such as turning the shoulders level while independently lifting the club, shifting into and torquing against a firm trail side, actively rolling the hands through impact, etc. - have relegated generations of golfers to the vast abyss of chronic frustration (and chronic back/knee/hip pain as well). I'm very glad to know that you have left that camp for much greener pastures (or fairways, I suppose...😎) Keep it magical! Tom
Just got back from a practice session. Was not hitting it good. I remembered this tip with 4 balls left. Flushed every one of them. Thanks Mr. Saguto!!
Ah yes - "Range Amnesia" followed by that session salvaging "Aha" moment at the very end to keep us coming back for more. It's a very common occurrence. 😆😆 Anyway, I'm glad to know that you figured it out and left on a high note. Now hold that thought for the next time! Tom PS: If you've not already done so, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step, position-by-position from setup to finish - you'll find _diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise,_ plus advanced level instruction, and much more. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, and their unsolicited testimonials tell the story quite well: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews. At just $14.99/month or $149.99 per year the value in terms of what you get for that price point is beyond comprehension, and based on proven results it represents by far the best golf instruction deal on the planet. And if you'd like to first "dip a toe in the water" prior to diving into the school, 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/ That is where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner.
I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you, Allen, and I hope it performs well when you put it into practice! Thanks so much for your very kind words - I'm glad to know that you are benefiting from my instruction content and enjoying my teaching style!! Tom PS: By the way, have you checked out my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” yet? Here's a link in case you’re interested in learning some key aspects of this swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/
This is such a good piece of instruction. I could not understand why i did not make solid contact - body was locked in terms of knee movement. By applying a fraction of this to my swing - real good swish through the ball. Great vid!
I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you, Anthony; excellent job incorporating it into your swing. Thanks so much for sharing your experience and keep up the great work!! Tom PS: By the way, since my channel's content is connecting well with you, I am confident that you will also benefit from my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”.: go.saguto.golf/ If you haven't already worked through it, this is 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
Thanks Alan! I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you, and I hope it performs well as you put it into practice! By the way, since you are liking my channel's content, I think you will 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/ Tom
I'm in my 60's and played badly all my life. I'm trying to learn to swing like a pro (or as close as I can get) It's not easy but gets easier by the day, This is the best drill I;ve seen so far to get the effortless power, the consistency of shot and the correct swing
Hi Nick, I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated well with you, and I commend you on your commitment to improving!! You may be interested to learn that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built. Have you looked into the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of the online school yet? 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. Thousands of folks across the globe and spanning all age ranges and talent levels 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's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/ You don't need the flexibility of a Romanian gymnast - or even of this far less pliable golf instructor - to execute this swing and experience great ball striking. I hope you'll give the school some thought. Embrace the challenge and have fun out there! Tom
I have too much knee movement, my lead knee goes right and collapsing since I can't turn much without doing that. Very inflexible in my hips and legs. So I tried to keep my lead leg more like you described and let my turn back be what I'm capable of and man not only more power but consistency of strike was amazing
*OUTSTANDING!!* I’m very glad to know that my instruction in this regard is resonating with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing and putting it into play. Thanks so much for sharing your dramatic ball striking improvement and keep up the great work!! 💪💪 Tom Saguto, PGA PS: By the way, with regard to your described stiffness you may be interested to know that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built. Have you looked into the comprehensive, sequential learning platform of the online school yet? 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, position-by-position from setup to finish. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, and their unsolicited testimonials tell the story quite well: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews. At just $14.99/month or $149.99 per year the value in terms of what you get for that price point is beyond comprehension, and based on proven results it represents by far the best golf instruction deal on the planet. And if you'd like to first "dip a toe in the water" prior to diving into the school, then here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Keys You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ Featuring 17 videos and 45 minutes of detailed lesson and drill content, this is a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the formal learning method that is delivering the referenced results. You don't need the flexibility of a Romanian gymnast - or even of this far less pliable golf instructor - to execute this swing, experience great ball striking, and reclaim - or even exceed - yardages from years past. I hope you'll give the school some thought.
@@SagutoGolf im in good condition, strength wise. But a half life of playing football with non existent stretching. My hips and legs are very limited in that rotational movement. Something I aim to work on this off-season.
Well then , Wayne, it's time to let go..... 😎 For starters, 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/ Tom
Great video Tom. I came back to this video after stumbling onto the Weedon's Way swing. Reeves Weedon calls it a transverse pivot and it focuses on using the ground to power your swing to save stress on your back. I have developed some wear and tear on my l4 and l5 vertebre and find this method of lower body focus helps.
HI John, I'm glad to know that this video resonated well with you. You may be interested to know that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built. Have you looked into the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of the online school yet? 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. Thousands of folks across the globe and spanning all age ranges and talent levels 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's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/ You don't need the flexibility of a Romanian gymnast - or even of this far less pliable golf instructor - to execute this swing, experience great ball striking, and reclaim - or even exceed - yardages from years past. I hope you'll give the school some thought. Tom
Tom this is so goood! I feel like I still turn with my upper body too much don’t get me wrong I hit it pretty good but my 7 iron goes like 160. Definitely gonna try this!
If your lower body has remained too quiet, Glenn, then this may really help you to unlock things and unleash your full potential. I'm glad you enjoyed the lesson!! TS
Went to Oak Hill for the PGA. I followed Kevin Kisner for a while. He's not the longest guy and uses a lot of ground force to hit the ball solid with control.
absolutely. but, one key thing that you do is that you externally rotate your left knee at address. then, when your knee moves in slightly- as you move into a level left position in the backswing- pressure is directed into the knee compressing the knee down.
Great video Tom. You make it seem so simple that I can't wait to get to the course. One question, your grip size, it looks like a jumbo on the club your using today. Is that you usual grip size and how can I determine the correct grip size for my clubs?
I'm very glad to know that you're enjoying my content, Thomas! I am using JumboMax Ultralite grips in extra-large in this and several other videos. I wanted to give them a try for a few reasons, including the fact that DeChambeau uses them and we share similar swing philosophies. These grips keep my hands much quieter - which I personally prefer. Also, since my fingers don't wrap all the way around and dig into my palms, I'm not triggering any forearm tension or activating arms muscles that may otherwise have a tendency to take control of the swing. The Jumbos are not necessarily for everyone - and my fingers are a bit longer than average - so I routinely tell folks to "try before you buy." However, having a properly sized grip that feels both comfortable and secure is critically important as it is our only connection to the object that is going to deliver us blissful joy or deep anguish, yet it is perhaps also the most overlooked equipment fitting component in golf. Tom
This video is awesome because it really provides the golden nuggets on using the ground to produce more consistent powerful compressed shots, along with how the knees play a key role in the swing 👏
I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing and putting it into play!! Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and keep it KFCrispy out there!! 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 men and women from across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - 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 appreciate that! I don't think you'll see me playing on Tour anytime soon, but here's a 9-hole course vlog for your viewing pleasure: ruclips.net/video/YLVhf0VdWSw/видео.html Cheers! Tom
Good stuff. I had trouble for a while starting the back swing what I do is feel like i am pushing the fround away with my trail foot thisnhelped me initiate ground up movement and I feel like this keeps sequencing inntact. So thatbhas been my take away feel with all clubs. Has worked well so far.
Tom…first off thanks for all the great info. It is much appreciated. My question is this….is it okay to lift the left heel during the backswing? I don’t see you or Jess Franks lift your left heel in the backswing. But I was experimenting with that yesterday and it seems to help the overall flow of my swing. My swing feels somewhat restricted if I don’t have the left heel come up. Of course if this a worm hole I don’t want to go down, I figure I should determine that sooner than later. Thanks in advance Tom.
My pleasure, Dana - I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!! I have no problem with the lead heel coming up a bit if it is simply a counterbalancing reaction to a properly executed swing motion. Think of Hogan, Snead, Nicklaus, and many other greats. In other words, as the tailbone moves targetward the pressure load on the lead side moves more towards the ball of the foot and can cause some elevation of the heel. Having said that, if you are feeling restricted then it could be an issue with your setup. For example, the outward flaring of *_both_* feet 10-20 degrees in our setup facilitates the proper amount of body-friendly, free-flowing hip turn back and through. This is a major power move that also keeps the club traveling on the correct path. If you were to square your feet so that they were perpendicular to the target line, then your hips would be impeded from turning sufficiently in the backswing (which would then inhibit the shoulders from executing a full and effortless turn), and from releasing properly in the downswing to propel the club through the zone. Restricting this action can cause a variety of path issues and/or also place strain on the lead knee and the hip joints as the hips will "want" to move laterally and turn through into the finish but will be fighting the body in the process. While there are certainly videos on my channel that address this topic, a better option would be 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
Tom, I really didn't have a problem with ball control but trying to get more speed in my rotation. I feel pushing off my heel as to pushing off my toe pad gives me a faster rotation. Thanks. I have been a member of your online school for some time now Thanks.
Sounds good, Richard. This is why I do my best to convey multiple “feels” or thoughts throughout the swing wherever possible. We're all different physiologically and psychologically, and something that resonates effectively with one golfer may not necessarily work for another. However, no matter the variety of suggested feels/thoughts offered for a particular element of the swing, they are all directed at getting different golfers to achieve the desired positions, motions, and ball striking results. The lessons and drills provide the guidelines and set the boundaries, while allowing ample leeway for each individual golfer to infuse and exercise their own uniqueness. Keep up the great work and keep it KFCrispy!! Tom
I like your concepts and believe what you say. I’m sure a lot of conventional teachers will say that keeping the majority of weight on/into your left/front knee in the backswing promotes a reverse tilt which I have been told for years is incompatible with a good swing. Tom, can you please shed some light on this, since your swing is solid! Thank you.
I'm glad you found what you are looking for, Darren! So yes - in this system you start with your weight forward (55/45 for the short and mid irons; 60/40 for the longer clubs), increase that same weight forward to the top of the backswing (70/30), and further increase the forward weight during the downswing from halfway down (80/20) through impact (90/10) and to the finish at 95/5 forward. The upper torso/head - and thus the swing center - remains in place during the increasing forward weight load in the downswing. This enables the golfer to "clear" while keeping the club moving on the proper in-to-out path. There's no shifting back and forth - and therefore nothing to "reverse" - and the result is a centered, low-maintenance, body-friendly, consistent, and tremendously powerful swing. 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/ Thanks! Tom
ST is awesome! Tom 60 years old and playing Better than ever ! One question if you will respond I’ve been getting in a position from start of swing in which the trail leg and knee is pretty much straight to learn ST and depending on front leg and knee to clear and post up on it works but leaving so speed out by doing so right??? Thanks Tom!
I'm very glad to learn of your improvement. Excellent job!! This S&T swing system is rooted in physics, geometry, and human physiology, and it is modeled on empirical observations of the game's most prolific ball strikers. No surprise then that it stands the test of time and does not discriminate by age or ability - from kids to seniors and everyone in between, inclusive of the best players in the world today. Weight forward 55/45 (up to 60/40 with the longer clubs), both feet flared out approximately 20 degrees, and the knees similarly angled outward are prescribed S&T setup features. This orientation provides for an unrestricted 45 degrees of tilted hip turn, at which point we only need to add another 45 degrees of shoulder turn for a full 90 degrees. The result is a centered, stress-free, flowing motion back and through, and a very body-friendly, consistent, powerful swing. If you've not already joined, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level instruction, and much more. Thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - 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. Thanks for sharing your success and keep up the great work!! Tom
@@SagutoGolf The one thing just maybe, I can do better than you, is dance, even though I'm much older. On the inside where it counts though, I am forever young, just 27 years old. That's just "The Way it Is." "Somethings will never change." (Bruce Hornsby & the Range,)
Tom, great video - as so often! One comment, one question; here is the comment: Please, teach me the "all upper body" strike - you achieved 82.7 mph; I would love to get this too... And here is the question: referring to your so-called static position (at minute 8:03), is the weight already "fully" on your left (lead) leg? Kind regards, Bernhard
I'm glad you enjoyed it, Bernhard! There's not much I wish to say about the "all upper body strike" because that's not something I wish to teach! 😆 Suffice to say that just like in my normal swing, I let the big muscles (shoulders) control the motion. As for the forward weight load, we start with our weight forward (generally 55/45 for the short and mid irons, 60/40 for the longer clubs), gradually add more forward weight to the top (70/30), 80/20 halfway down, 90/10 impact, and 95/5 finish. I hope that helps! Tom PS: By the way, here's a link to my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” in case you’re interested in learning some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/
@@SagutoGolf Dear Tom, thank you so much for your detailed answer! By the way, I really enjoy your videos - because they are (or better: you are) so different from all others. I appreciate your "fresh style" (as a 71 year old golfer who started some 6 six years ago). Thanks, Bernhard
Been working on all your videos and working it into my game, and have gained distance as well as accuracy and consistency! But mostly this swing and technique has been better on my back and less painful! Not sure if you have ever heard that! Thank you so much!
That's awesome - I'm very glad to learn of your body-friendly improvement!! Yes - I've most definitely heard that on numerous occasions and have personally experienced the pain-free benefits of this system firsthand after experiencing back discomfort in my prior swing method. Beyond that, a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. Thanks for sharing your progress, keep up the great work, and have fun out there!! Tom
@@SagutoGolf was wondering if you could do a video on uphill, downhill, ball below, ball above lies? And how or if anything changes? Ball Position etc?
Uphill, downhill, and sidehill lies are on my to-do list for online school lesson content. Having said that, the keys to playing a shot when the ball is below your feet are in 1) adjusting your setup to properly orient yourself to the ball (since it will be closer to you, your upper body will be angled more towards the ground than on a standard shot), 2) balancing yourself as you may need to feel your weight more towards the heels of your feet depending on the severity of the slope, 3) taking an extra club or two than you normally would from the given distance, and 4) aligning yourself with the expectation that the ball will fade. Once you are oriented, balanced, and properly aligned, you are ready to execute the swing as taught. Bump your hips forward an inch as you typically would so your weight favors the front side 55-60%, and when you take it back make sure that your weight stays forward and your shoulders do not flatten out as they turn, as they will have a tendency to do so due to their preset steeper orientation. In fact, a good thought for this shot is to keep the chest pointing down as you turn, since mishits from this type of lie are oftentimes a result of the golfer coming out of his or her tilt in the backswing. Conversely, a ball above your feet will necessitate having your upper body oriented for a less steep shoulder turn that allows the club to work more around the body, weight perhaps favoring the balls of the feet depending on slope severity, and allowing for a drawing ball flight. You'll likely need to choke down on the club a bit, and for this reason plus the curvature you may also want to club up for this shot, bearing in mind that the ball may tend to roll out more upon landing due to the draw spin. Once again, after making these adjustments you'll want to execute the swing motions as taught - weight forward, tilt/turn/extend, hands in, keeping your swing center intact. The short answer with regard to uphill and downhill lies is to 1) Match your shoulders to the angle of the slope, 2) Widen your stance a bit for stability, 3) Understand that an uphill slope is going to add loft whereas a downhill slope will reduce loft and produce more runout, so adjust your club selection accordingly, 4) Make a practice swing next to the ball to determine your swing's low point on that particular slope, and then address the ball so that the low point is just ahead of it, and 5) Do your best to keep your center intact as you swing since any swaying will shift your low point and cause inconsistent results.
@@SagutoGolf Wow, thank you so much this is all great feedback and input. Took a picture of it for quick access, as stated this has improved my game so much, I hate to say but ball striking, consistency and scoring have improved like I was in my 30’s again (56 now), and what damaged my game was lower back pain due to Traditional swinging! With this swing I have none! Played 36 holes Saturday (74-71)!! But these tips will help for sure where I struggled! Thank you so much! Stack and Tilt, and fan of your teachings for life! 🙏🏻
Hey Tom, Liked the video and how to visualize the knees moving. I tried this out today and did realize more solid contact and distance. Only thing I noticed is I tend to pull the ball more. If anything, i usually have miss with a slice. Any idea what this could be? Maybe speeding up my swing trying to generate more power. I know it's impossible since you've never seen my swing.
I'm glad to know that this performed well for you, Josh! You're correct - I really have no idea without seeing your swing. Perhaps you were enjoying that crispy contact so much that you did start going at it a little too hard and got yourself out of sync? Or maybe you've been subconsciously closing the face either at setup or through the zone to compensate for your slice tendencies? FYI, there's an entire section of my online school dedicated to resolving common swing, contact, and ball flight issues. Have you looked into it? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. So many folks across the globe are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf - and here's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/ Cheers! Tom
Tom, I love this video and yes more speed with the clubs. I wish I could understand just how the body works as when I push my knee down with the weight forward then push up and my hips and torso and shoulders rotate???? anyway the main question is this. When you push the lead leg up are you pushing from the toe pad or the heel?. This is a very important question I want to make it right. Thank you.
Hi Richard, If you have more pressure towards the heel of your lead foot in the downswing, then your hips have likely spun out prematurely, thereby routing the path across the ball from the outside. Here are a couple of lessons in this regard: - ruclips.net/video/dB4ItR3guGU/видео.html - ruclips.net/video/I5XYgKopTb4/видео.html Really, though, the online school is the best place to learn this swing properly in a comprehensive, structured, step-by-step platform. Have you enrolled 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's a link to my free mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/ Tom
I started slicing my driver again, and panicked because I couldn't figure out what I was doing wrong. Finally, I realized that I wasn't bending the lead knee in the back swing. You really have to be intentional about it. Once I started bending the lead knee, I could rotate back properly, and starting hitting it straight again. It's really weird how one can forget how to swing properly. So I put this in my phone: How to swing the Driver: 1. Bend the lead knee to rotate back properly. 2. Don't over-cock the club. Keep it 90 degrees to your arm. 3. Hit it 80% or less until it goes straight again.
Nice job figuring that out and making the appropriate correction!! The lead knee flexes as the trail knee straightens during the backswing, both in their outwardly flared orientation that we preset at address. Ultimately I would like to see you get to the point where the gradual flexing/straightening occurs in response to the increasing forward weight load and the centered tilting, turning, and extending components of the motion instead of being contrived actions unto themselves. We're simply allowing them to be reactive, thereby freeing up the hips and shoulders to execute an unrestricted turn. While there is certainly content on my channel that addresses this topic, a more structured option would be my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Keys You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ Featuring 17 videos and 45 minutes of detailed lessons and drills, this is a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the formal learning method that has countless 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 - now enjoying the best golf of their lives: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews Thanks for your message and for sharing your swing keys, and keep up the great work!! 💪💪 Tom Saguto, PGA
hey tom, great lesson, i noticed as your hitting the ball, i could hear the click of the ball then the thud of the mat, it would be great for your students to use a mat, and listen for click thud, what do you think. just an idea that might work. regards james. ps always watching your videos.
Hi James, I'm glad to know that my videos are resonating with you! I appreciate your suggestion. Personally, I much prefer hitting off natural grass because it mimics playing conditions and will not mask a poor impact condition like a mat can. There are various ways to confirm that desired ball-first contact as I've demonstrated in a number of channel episodes. Thanks, Tom PS: By the way, since you are liking my channel's content, I think you will 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/
Like some types of dancing, such as The Balboa, you push your feet into the floor in the same way as your doing here with the golf swing. Wow. The carry-over of techniques from sport to sport is often identical.
I'll have to just take your word on that one, Mike.....😎 Yes - there are certainly some carryover elements from other sports/motions to golf, though it is important to recognize the differences as well! Thanks for your message and validation! Tom
Thanks Mr Saguto, I could never keep my front heel down on my back swing and my buddies keep reminding me to keep it down. Thanks to you, I don't have to , however I still need to work on my ball-then-turf contact. I find that when I do a ball-then-turf contact my swing goes out-to-in, but not so when I strike the turf below the ball. What could be my problem?
When am I going to see you in the online school, Khaizaln where there's an entire section of my online school dedicated to resolving common swing, contact, and ball flight issues? Have you looked into it yet? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. So many folks across the globe are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf Tom PS: I'll give you one guess for what you are experiencing. Perhaps your hips do not have sufficient lateral movement in the downswing. Here's a channel video on this: ruclips.net/video/dB4ItR3guGU/видео.html I look forward to seeing you in the school.......😎
I find if I get to left shoulder down as you instruct the left knee automatically goes where you are saying and the power in the swing is so much stronger.
YES!! If you get that lead shoulder down and keep your head in place, everything else in the motion pretty much takes care of itself. Excellent job, and thanks for sharing your improvement!! 💪💪 Tom PS: By the way, since my channel's content is connecting well with you, I am confident that you will also benefit from my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”.: go.saguto.golf. If you haven't already worked through it, this is 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
When you push your left knee forward in the backswing is it going to '12 o clock' straight, or more like '1 o clock' (a little right towards the ball) or '11 o clock' (a little left)?
Hi Mich, The lead knee flexes as the trail knee straightens during the backswing, ideally occurring in their outwardly flared orientation that we preset at address. The flexing/straightening occurs gradually and in response to the increasing forward weight load and the centered tilting, turning, and extending components of the motion. They are not contrived actions unto themselves. We're simply allowing them to be reactive, thereby freeing up the hips and shoulders to execute an unrestricted turn. While there is certainly content on my channel that addresses this topic, a more structured option would be my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Keys You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ Featuring 17 videos and 45 minutes of detailed lessons and drills, this is a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the formal learning method that has countless 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 - now enjoying the best golf of their lives: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews Tom Saguto, PGA
Hey Tom, ive used this method and have found great success, however i found when i started to load more weight into the front knee during takeaway, id get a heap of pain in the tibia on my lead leg. Have you found this with anyone else you have taught the method to?
Actually, this is a very body-friendly motion as validated by the fact that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. *_It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion._* Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built. Have you looked into the comprehensive, sequential learning platform of the online school yet? 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, position-by-position from setup to finish. It will make for a far more efficient, superior, and enjoyable learning process rather than haphazardly trying to piece things together through these channel videos that jump around randomly from topic to topic. Thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - 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 if you'd like to first "dip a toe in the water" prior to diving into the school, 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/ That is where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Thanks, Tom
It's pretty much a vertical move, Richard, although it is occurring simultaneously with the lateral targetward action of hips which may cause it to appear that the "push off" is a combination of vertical and lateral. If the "ground force" doesn't happen on autopilot, then the "feel" we like to ingrain is tucking the butt under the hips through the zone, which causes the belt buckle to raise up a few inches from pre- to post-impact. It can also be likened to a high jumper pushing off his or her lead leg as they propel themselves upward and over the bar. This releases the spine from flexion to extension - a very powerful move. Would you like to learn some key aspects of the swing I teach in a more structured manner? If so, then here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ It's a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system and an introduction to the instruction style that has thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - enjoying the best golf of their lives ( saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews ) Tom
Don't concern yourself with how much it needs to work downward. Just keep your head in place as your forward weight load gradually increases in the backswing. Your lead knee will respond appropriately if you allow it to, and you'll get that "pushing into the ground" sensation that I'm referring to. 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/ Have fun out there! Tom
I have to say OMG. My shoulders and arms are free of tension. I was able to start swing with that left knee move! I have been watching your videos and they all make so much sense! Crispy KFC has been found. You are the best.
Thanks for labeling this video " Hit 30 yards FARTHER... "!!! It's a pet peeve of mine when people refer to distance as "further". Further indicates additional, farther always means distance.
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Tom, I've been looking for a video you posted in the past couple months that is eluding me. You are demonstrating with a medicine ball and on your follow thru you slam the ball into the ground in front of you. Does this ring a bell? If you can somehow let me know where to find it or respond to this with a link I would be very grateful!
Hi Mike, Perhaps it's this one?: ruclips.net/video/QhbLnR0YD4c/видео.html And here are some related videos:: - ruclips.net/video/pNGjL9IbTL0/видео.html - ruclips.net/video/nD-z0ovm62o/видео.html - ruclips.net/video/0lYuJdV1Pbo/видео.html By the way, since you are liking my channel's content, I think 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 men and women from across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - 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
Hi Gareth, My tailbone is gradually moving towards the target during the backswing, so that would be taking the hips along with it. Here is a lesson video on this topic: ruclips.net/video/bXV7g1PVxbA/видео.html By the way, here's a link to my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” in case you’re interested in learning some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/ Cheers! Tom
I'm a little confused. I thought you were supposed to put more weight on the right (back) foot during the backswing and then shift it to the front foot during the downswing. You seem to be teaching to push and apply more pressure to the front foot during the backswing. Is this correct? What move or trigger do you use to start the downswing, as I thought it was by shifting the weight to the front side at that time.
Hi Frank, Consider how interesting and sad it is that despite all the advances in equipment, technology, golf course grooming, etc. the average golfer still struggles to break 100. Epic failures within the realm of “conventional” instruction, perhaps??? So many misconstrued and/or misguided teachings - such as taking the club straight back, turning the shoulders level while independently lifting the arms, shifting into and torquing against a firm trail side, actively rolling the hands through impact, etc. - have relegated generations of golfers to the vast abyss of inconsistency and chronic frustration (and chronic back/knee/hip pain as well). I know it sounds like a strange concept to those who have only ever subscribed to a swing model that is based on shifting weight back and forth, however in the swing system I teach you start with your weight forward (55/45 on the front side; 60/40 for the longer clubs), increase that same weight forward to the top of the backswing (70/30), and further increase the forward weight during the downswing from halfway down (80/20) through impact (90/10) and to the finish at 95/5 forward. There's no "weight shift", nor is there a need for one; instead it's just a gradually increasing load onto the lead side. The result is a centered, low-maintenance, body-friendly, consistent, and tremendously powerful swing, and since it is rooted in physics, geometry, and human physiology it does not discriminate by age or ability - from kids to seniors and everyone in between, inclusive of the best players in the world. How to initiate the downswing is a loaded question because it is so dependent on individual tendencies that I cannot give a generalized answer. If I tell you that it's a lateral hip slide but your downswing already naturally has sufficient forward force, then you'll hit pushes and/or hooks all day long, and if I tell you to rotate your hips but you are already naturally applying enough outward force, then your destination is pull/slice city! I could also say the shoulders, or dropping the hands, or getting the lead arm off the chest, or rolling your trail foot targetward, or increasing pressure into the lead leg, etc. You get what I'm saying, right? This is why I do my best to convey multiple “feels” or thoughts throughout the swing wherever possible. We're all different physiologically and psychologically, and something that resonates effectively with one golfer may not necessarily work for another. However, no matter the variety of suggested feels/thoughts offered for a particular element of the swing, they are all directed at getting different golfers to achieve the desired positions, motions, and ball striking results. This is one reason why the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of my online school is so effective, and why thousands of folks across the globe 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 ). The lessons and drills provide the guidelines and set the boundaries, while allowing ample leeway for each individual golfer to infuse and exercise their own uniqueness. Here's a link if you would like to know more about it - saguto.golf - and here's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/ Apologies for the lengthy reply. I hope I sufficiently answered your question and also provided some additional food for thought! Tom
By using this move, it doesn’t hurt. I just want to see it last rest of my life. I’m fixing to turn 60 I’m hitting/striking the ball better now than ever before by your instructions. Thank you brother God bless.🏌🏼⛳️✝️
@Joe Hill - In this motion the knees work exactly as they were designed to - flexing straight down and up without that unnecessary joint-killing side-to-side action. I'm very glad to know that you are enjoying the body-friendly ball striking bliss that this swing system provides. Keep up the great work and have fun out there!! God Bless, Tom
And you can use those solid water hazards to your advantage......😆 Yes - we used to play in PA as long as there was little or no snow on the ground and the temps/wind were tolerable. We don't get to enjoy that extra roll here in SC. (But on the flip side it is sunny and 70 here today 😎)
Hi Rene, We should feel evenly balanced between heel and toe in both feet. This balance is achieved by first setting our knees over the toes (or at least over the toe end of our shoelaces) to activate the ground connection, and then pushing our butt out to incline the hips and chest so that a relationship with the ball is established. The arms hang down naturally from the shoulders with all clubs except the driver, for which we push them out an inch or so to encourage more of the around-the-body motion needed for that lengthy shaft. We address the ball stacked shoulders over hips over knees with our weight balanced 50/50. We then simply bump our hips one inch towards the target while keeping everything else in place. This presets a little more weight forward while retaining the stacked relationship. Both feet are flared outward approximately 10-20 degrees, with the knees similarly angled outward. This orientation facilitates a stress-free, flowing motion back and through, resulting in a very body-friendly, consistent, powerful swing. Would you like to learn some key aspects of the swing I teach in a more structured manner? If so, then here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ It's a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the instruction style that has thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many 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 Thanks, Tom
It is straightening during the downswing but does not fully straighten until after impact. If you pause a side-on video of my swing and press the period ( . ) button you can advance frame by frame to view the action that you are interested in.
Hi Joshua, In the system I teach we start with our weight forward (generally 55/45 for the short and mid irons, 60/40 for the longer clubs). We achieve this by addressing the ball "stacked", shoulders over hips over knees with our weight balanced 50/50. We then simply bump our hips 1" towards the target while keeping everything else in place. That presets a little more weight forward while retaining the stacked relationship. During the swing we gradually add more forward weight load into the transition (70/30), 80/20 halfway down, 90/10 impact, and 95/5 finish. The upper torso/head - and thus the swing center - remains in place during the increasing forward weight load in the downswing. There's no "weight shift"; instead, it's just a gradually increasing load onto the lead side. And the result is a centered, low-maintenance, body-friendly, consistent, and tremendously powerful swing. Tom PS: Would you like to learn some key aspects of the swing I teach in a more structured manner? If so, then here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ It's a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the instruction style that has thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - enjoying the best golf of their lives: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews
@@SagutoGolf Thank you, sir. I really appreciate you taking the time to explain this concept. For your services, I will Uber Eats a KFC family bucket! 🙌
While this system affords you some leeway, in general once my students and members show some level of proficiency with the swing I suggest that they migrate to a stock ball position that is in the middle of the stance for short irons, two balls inside the lead heel for middle irons, and creeping more forward for the longer clubs - the farthest forward being even with the inside of the lead heel for the driver (with the stance width increasing as we move from shorter to longer clubs). From there they can make incremental tweaks to see how different positions affect impact quality and shot shape. Would you like to learn some key aspects of the body-friendly, powerful, low-maintenance swing system I teach in a more structured manner? If so, then here is a link to my newly updated FREE mini course “The Top 3 Keys You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ Featuring 17 videos and 45 minutes of detailed lesson and drill content, this is a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the formal instruction method that has countless thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many accomplished, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - now enjoying the best golf of their lives: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews Tom Saguto, PGA
Hi Tom. When you get your lead shoulder to point down at the ball it forces you to push your knee down as well. You have no choice then but to push up. Is this correct? Thanks very much for your help David
Yes - these two components will work in sync with each other, David, as long as you keep your weight forward and your swing center intact. You'll then be in a very nice position from which to leverage the ground. Tom
@SagutoGolf thank you trying to get consistent 145 to 155 with that iron but a little by little and more coordinated legs and wt forward arms extended in v at impact and a foot or so beyond finish position, I think I can add 10.thanks
@G - Sounds like you're on a good track, and those are certainly fine yardages for a 7 iron - especially considering that your swing is in transition. By the way, if you've not already joined have you given any thought to enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level courses on shot shaping, power and distance, and much more. 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. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf
When you see what most folks are ingraining on practice ranges, Bob, you come to understand quickly that the median ROI is deep into the negative digits. Investment strategies need to be modified....dramatically...... 😎
Yes, Ronald. In the swing system I teach we start with our weight forward (generally 55/45 for the short and mid irons, 60/40 for the longer clubs), gradually add more forward weight to the top (70/30), 80/20 halfway down, 90/10 impact, and 95/5 finish. There's no "weight shift"; instead it's just a gradually increasing load onto the lead side. And the result is a centered, low-maintenance, body-friendly, consistent, and tremendously powerful swing. 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 this method in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/ Tom
as the head of the club does not go down the same place it went up, but below, if you do not stretch your left leg at the moment of impact you hit the ground.....
As stated in my reply to your identical comment on another video: Actually, in a one plane motion such as the one I teach the clubhead does trace a very similar path back and through. Here's a lesson from my channel's archives on this topic: ruclips.net/video/0IxI_qmaF_A/видео.html And here's a link to my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” in case you’re interested in learning some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/ TS
Have you considered the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of my online school? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. Additionally, you'll find all my short game content (putting, chipping, pitching, bunker play), advanced level courses on shot shaping and power/distance, diagnostic and corrective tools for resolving common swing, contact, and ball flight issues, and much more there. So many folks across the globe are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf - and here's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/ Tom
Yes - I wanted to give the JumboMax grips a try for a few reasons, including the fact that DeChambeau uses them and we share similar swing philosophies. Since then, I haven't looked back. I personally love the feel as well as how they help to keep my hands quiet through the zone. They’re not necessarily for everyone - and my fingers are a bit longer than average - so I routinely tell folks to "try before you buy." TS
@@SagutoGolf Haha yeah for sure I bought the XL as I too am a bit of a brute like Bryson but those were ridiculous I never even installed it, had an inch between palm and fingers. I found later that the Medium was the right choice for me. Currently playing midsized with three wraps and it was fine but the tape has flattened and they are too small now so I just ordered two mediums for two different drivers once I try them out I will decide on the irons after that. I chose the tour green ones as I am not a fan of taper and my whole bag is green themed also favorite color. Thanks for sharing your experience!
Many have been taught to angle the knees inward so that the knees can work "towards each other". The knee joint is designed to primarily work down and up with minimal lateral capability, and as a result that erroneous instruction has stymied countless golfers' abilities to make a full and unrestricted turn, while also causing much physical pain and discomfort. If you are saying that your knee naturally points inward when you are standing up, then I would still suggest setting up with your weight forward 55/45 (up to 60/40 with the longer clubs) and both feet flared out approximately 20 degrees. (This orientation provides for an unrestricted 45 degrees of tilted hip turn, at which point we only need to add another 45 degrees of shoulder turn for a full 90 degrees.) From there just let your lead knee work straight down in its natural orientation in the backswing as the weight gradually loads into the front side. TS
Absolutely not! The lead knee is simply flexing and extending in it's pre-established orientation - a very natural and stress-free motion for the joint. Tiger's issues stemmed from that lead knee working inward towards a firm trail side in the backswing and then snapping in the opposite direction and posting up with such force in the downswing. Have a look at his knee action in his more recent (post-surgery) swings. Very similar to what is being demonstrated here. TS
This is not true. I had knee, shoulder and back soreness using traditional swing. All gone thank to Tom. I can play everyday. The only way you get knee soreness with this swing is if your are laterally moving your hips which is a no no. The long drive players are the ones you need to worry about.
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So far my favorite golf teacher on RUclips. Amazing. Thanks for the inspiration 😊
Thank you! I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is connecting well with you, I think you will also like 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/
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I started learning golf from scratch, been watching so many videos about ball striking with no significant result..
Untill i found saguto golf videos and watched almost all your videos and guess what? Playing golf has never been better than this before!! Thanks for sharing some easy way to play golf.. really enjoy every steps of ur tutorial bro 😇😇
That is fabulous, Fandy!! I am very glad to know that my instruction is resonating with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing and putting it into play.
Thank you so much for your support in sharing your improvement and resulting enjoyment, and keep up the great work!! 💪💪
Tom Saguto, PGA
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is performing well for you, I am confident that you will also benefit from my newly updated FREE mini course “The Top 3 Keys You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ Featuring 17 videos and 45 minutes of detailed lesson and drill content, this is a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the formal learning method that has countless 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 - now enjoying the best golf of their lives: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews
So true. Ended up with three knee surgeries and back problems from restricting my turn back in the day…now I play golf and get up next day feeling fine. Magic.
That's awesome, Dale!!
Sadly, many misconstrued and/or misguided teachings of "conventional" instruction - such as turning the shoulders level while independently lifting the club, shifting into and torquing against a firm trail side, actively rolling the hands through impact, etc. - have relegated generations of golfers to the vast abyss of chronic frustration (and chronic back/knee/hip pain as well). I'm very glad to know that you have left that camp for much greener pastures (or fairways, I suppose...😎)
Keep it magical!
Tom
Just got back from a practice session. Was not hitting it good. I remembered this tip with 4 balls left. Flushed every one of them. Thanks Mr. Saguto!!
Ah yes - "Range Amnesia" followed by that session salvaging "Aha" moment at the very end to keep us coming back for more. It's a very common occurrence. 😆😆
Anyway, I'm glad to know that you figured it out and left on a high note. Now hold that thought for the next time!
Tom
PS: If you've not already done so, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step, position-by-position from setup to finish - you'll find _diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise,_ plus advanced level instruction, and much more. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, and their unsolicited testimonials tell the story quite well: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews. At just $14.99/month or $149.99 per year the value in terms of what you get for that price point is beyond comprehension, and based on proven results it represents by far the best golf instruction deal on the planet.
And if you'd like to first "dip a toe in the water" prior to diving into the school, 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/ That is where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner.
excellent ! answers so many questions. also maintaining trail wrist to waist compliments the other move. probably best teacher on youtube !
I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you, Allen, and I hope it performs well when you put it into practice!
Thanks so much for your very kind words - I'm glad to know that you are benefiting from my instruction content and enjoying my teaching style!!
Tom
PS: By the way, have you checked out my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” yet? Here's a link in case you’re interested in learning some key aspects of this swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/
This is such a good piece of instruction. I could not understand why i did not make solid contact - body was locked in terms of knee movement. By applying a fraction of this to my swing - real good swish through the ball. Great vid!
I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you, Anthony; excellent job incorporating it into your swing.
Thanks so much for sharing your experience and keep up the great work!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is connecting well with you, I am confident that you will also benefit from my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”.: go.saguto.golf/ If you haven't already worked through it, this is 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
This tip is a great way to start my swing. This move and your takeaway video are amazing
Thanks again, Scott!!
Great visual Tom-So simple yet key to motion. Thanks again for your help.-Be good-Russ
Thanks Russ - I'm glad to know that this lesson resonated with you!!
Nice to hear from you!
Tom
Fantastic video. Wish I knew this years ago, the role of the legs in the golf swing. I am working on this at the moment for more power.
Thanks Alan! I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you, and I hope it performs well as you put it into practice!
By the way, since you are liking my channel's content, I think you will 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/
Tom
Thanks! Love how you simplify thr golf swing.
Thanks so much, Tim - I sincerely appreciate your generous support, and I'm very glad to know that you are enjoying my channel's content!!
Tom
I'm in my 60's and played badly all my life. I'm trying to learn to swing like a pro (or as close as I can get) It's not easy but gets easier by the day, This is the best drill I;ve seen so far to get the effortless power, the consistency of shot and the correct swing
Hi Nick,
I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated well with you, and I commend you on your commitment to improving!!
You may be interested to learn that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built.
Have you looked into the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of the online school yet? 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. Thousands of folks across the globe and spanning all age ranges and talent levels 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's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
You don't need the flexibility of a Romanian gymnast - or even of this far less pliable golf instructor - to execute this swing and experience great ball striking. I hope you'll give the school some thought.
Embrace the challenge and have fun out there!
Tom
I can totally relate thank to you Tom. Stack and Tilt changed my golf life. Keep up the great work.
I sincerely appreciate your kind words and ongoing support!!
Thanks for sharing your improvement and keep it crispy out there!!
Tom
Thanks again for the perfect timing, going to try it on the driving range tonight.
My pleasure! I hope it performs well for you.
TS
Gotta love it Tom. Looks simple. I'll find out tomorrow. Be good -Russ
Wow awesome tip, also simplifies the transition during downswing which is where i would tend to get stuck
I'm glad you enjoyed this lesson, Thomas, and I hope it performs well for you when you work it into your swing.
Thanks for your comment!
Tom
Thats insane!
Instant result for a lotttt more power and ease during the swing
Indeed it is, Joël!! I am glad to know that this lesson resonated with you!!
Tom
I have too much knee movement, my lead knee goes right and collapsing since I can't turn much without doing that. Very inflexible in my hips and legs. So I tried to keep my lead leg more like you described and let my turn back be what I'm capable of and man not only more power but consistency of strike was amazing
*OUTSTANDING!!* I’m very glad to know that my instruction in this regard is resonating with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing and putting it into play.
Thanks so much for sharing your dramatic ball striking improvement and keep up the great work!! 💪💪
Tom Saguto, PGA
PS: By the way, with regard to your described stiffness you may be interested to know that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built.
Have you looked into the comprehensive, sequential learning platform of the online school yet? 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, position-by-position from setup to finish. 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 - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, and their unsolicited testimonials tell the story quite well: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews. At just $14.99/month or $149.99 per year the value in terms of what you get for that price point is beyond comprehension, and based on proven results it represents by far the best golf instruction deal on the planet.
And if you'd like to first "dip a toe in the water" prior to diving into the school, then here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Keys You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ Featuring 17 videos and 45 minutes of detailed lesson and drill content, this is a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the formal learning method that is delivering the referenced results.
You don't need the flexibility of a Romanian gymnast - or even of this far less pliable golf instructor - to execute this swing, experience great ball striking, and reclaim - or even exceed - yardages from years past. I hope you'll give the school some thought.
@@SagutoGolf im in good condition, strength wise. But a half life of playing football with non existent stretching. My hips and legs are very limited in that rotational movement. Something I aim to work on this off-season.
Great video Tom. For me, something that I definitely need to work on.
Thanks Tim - I'm glad this lesson resonated well with you.
Have fun building it into your swing!
Tom
You are bang on. If I could only let go enough to do this, I know that I would be a better golfer. ...
Thx for the video.
Well then , Wayne, it's time to let go..... 😎
For starters, 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/
Tom
Great video Tom. I came back to this video after stumbling onto the Weedon's Way swing. Reeves Weedon calls it a transverse pivot and it focuses on using the ground to power your swing to save stress on your back. I have developed some wear and tear on my l4 and l5 vertebre and find this method of lower body focus helps.
HI John,
I'm glad to know that this video resonated well with you.
You may be interested to know that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion. Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built.
Have you looked into the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of the online school yet? 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. Thousands of folks across the globe and spanning all age ranges and talent levels 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's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
You don't need the flexibility of a Romanian gymnast - or even of this far less pliable golf instructor - to execute this swing, experience great ball striking, and reclaim - or even exceed - yardages from years past. I hope you'll give the school some thought.
Tom
Tom this is so goood! I feel like I still turn with my upper body too much don’t get me wrong I hit it pretty good but my 7 iron goes like 160. Definitely gonna try this!
If your lower body has remained too quiet, Glenn, then this may really help you to unlock things and unleash your full potential.
I'm glad you enjoyed the lesson!!
TS
Went to Oak Hill for the PGA. I followed Kevin Kisner for a while. He's not the longest guy and uses a lot of ground force to hit the ball solid with control.
Yes - my fellow South Carolinian is a heck of a player and he sure gets plenty out of his small frame!!
Great video Tom! Very helpful thank you!
Thanks Darren - I'm glad to know that this lesson resonated well with you!!
Tom
Great visuals with the tracker.
I'm glad you enjoyed them! The visuals and data are courtesy of my Flightscope Mevo+ with the Pro Package, and I have it linked to my iPad.
Tom
absolutely. but, one key thing that you do is that you externally rotate your left knee at address. then, when your knee moves in slightly- as you move into a level left position in the backswing- pressure is directed into the knee compressing the knee down.
Great video Tom. You make it seem so simple that I can't wait to get to the course. One question, your grip size, it looks like a jumbo on the club your using today. Is that you usual grip size and how can I determine the correct grip size for my clubs?
I'm very glad to know that you're enjoying my content, Thomas!
I am using JumboMax Ultralite grips in extra-large in this and several other videos. I wanted to give them a try for a few reasons, including the fact that DeChambeau uses them and we share similar swing philosophies. These grips keep my hands much quieter - which I personally prefer. Also, since my fingers don't wrap all the way around and dig into my palms, I'm not triggering any forearm tension or activating arms muscles that may otherwise have a tendency to take control of the swing.
The Jumbos are not necessarily for everyone - and my fingers are a bit longer than average - so I routinely tell folks to "try before you buy." However, having a properly sized grip that feels both comfortable and secure is critically important as it is our only connection to the object that is going to deliver us blissful joy or deep anguish, yet it is perhaps also the most overlooked equipment fitting component in golf.
Tom
This video is awesome because it really provides the golden nuggets on using the ground to produce more consistent powerful compressed shots, along with how the knees play a key role in the swing 👏
I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing and putting it into play!!
Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and keep it KFCrispy out there!!
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 men and women from across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - 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/
Your golf swing is effortlessly powerful. Would love to see you play 18 in a pga tournament.
I appreciate that!
I don't think you'll see me playing on Tour anytime soon, but here's a 9-hole course vlog for your viewing pleasure: ruclips.net/video/YLVhf0VdWSw/видео.html
Cheers!
Tom
Good stuff. I had trouble for a while starting the back swing what I do is feel like i am pushing the fround away with my trail foot thisnhelped me initiate ground up movement and I feel like this keeps sequencing inntact. So thatbhas been my take away feel with all clubs. Has worked well so far.
Tom…first off thanks for all the great info. It is much appreciated.
My question is this….is it okay to lift the left heel during the backswing? I don’t see you or Jess Franks lift your left heel in the backswing. But I was experimenting with that yesterday and it seems to help the overall flow of my swing. My swing feels somewhat restricted if I don’t have the left heel come up. Of course if this a worm hole I don’t want to go down, I figure I should determine that sooner than later.
Thanks in advance Tom.
My pleasure, Dana - I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!!
I have no problem with the lead heel coming up a bit if it is simply a counterbalancing reaction to a properly executed swing motion. Think of Hogan, Snead, Nicklaus, and many other greats. In other words, as the tailbone moves targetward the pressure load on the lead side moves more towards the ball of the foot and can cause some elevation of the heel.
Having said that, if you are feeling restricted then it could be an issue with your setup. For example, the outward flaring of *_both_* feet 10-20 degrees in our setup facilitates the proper amount of body-friendly, free-flowing hip turn back and through. This is a major power move that also keeps the club traveling on the correct path. If you were to square your feet so that they were perpendicular to the target line, then your hips would be impeded from turning sufficiently in the backswing (which would then inhibit the shoulders from executing a full and effortless turn), and from releasing properly in the downswing to propel the club through the zone. Restricting this action can cause a variety of path issues and/or also place strain on the lead knee and the hip joints as the hips will "want" to move laterally and turn through into the finish but will be fighting the body in the process.
While there are certainly videos on my channel that address this topic, a better option would be 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
Thanks Tom! Much appreciated!
Tom, I really didn't have a problem with ball control but trying to get more speed in my rotation. I feel pushing off my heel as to pushing off my toe pad gives me a faster rotation. Thanks. I have been a member of your online school for some time now Thanks.
Sounds good, Richard. This is why I do my best to convey multiple “feels” or thoughts throughout the swing wherever possible. We're all different physiologically and psychologically, and something that resonates effectively with one golfer may not necessarily work for another. However, no matter the variety of suggested feels/thoughts offered for a particular element of the swing, they are all directed at getting different golfers to achieve the desired positions, motions, and ball striking results. The lessons and drills provide the guidelines and set the boundaries, while allowing ample leeway for each individual golfer to infuse and exercise their own uniqueness.
Keep up the great work and keep it KFCrispy!!
Tom
Great knee step drill tips
Thanks Lenard - I’m glad to know that this knee lesson resonated with you!
TS
I like your concepts and believe what you say. I’m sure a lot of conventional teachers will say that keeping the majority of weight on/into your left/front knee in the backswing promotes a reverse tilt which I have been told for years is incompatible with a good swing. Tom, can you please shed some light on this, since your swing is solid! Thank you.
Never mind Tom. I just found your video explaining why you changed your weight shift philosophy. Awesome!
I'm glad you found what you are looking for, Darren!
So yes - in this system you start with your weight forward (55/45 for the short and mid irons; 60/40 for the longer clubs), increase that same weight forward to the top of the backswing (70/30), and further increase the forward weight during the downswing from halfway down (80/20) through impact (90/10) and to the finish at 95/5 forward. The upper torso/head - and thus the swing center - remains in place during the increasing forward weight load in the downswing. This enables the golfer to "clear" while keeping the club moving on the proper in-to-out path. There's no shifting back and forth - and therefore nothing to "reverse" - and the result is a centered, low-maintenance, body-friendly, consistent, and tremendously powerful swing.
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/
Thanks!
Tom
Is this stack and tilt?
ST is awesome! Tom 60 years old and playing Better than ever ! One question if you will respond I’ve been getting in a position from start of swing in which the trail leg and knee is pretty much straight to learn ST and depending on front leg and knee to clear and post up on it works but leaving so speed out by doing so right??? Thanks Tom!
I'm very glad to learn of your improvement. Excellent job!! This S&T swing system is rooted in physics, geometry, and human physiology, and it is modeled on empirical observations of the game's most prolific ball strikers. No surprise then that it stands the test of time and does not discriminate by age or ability - from kids to seniors and everyone in between, inclusive of the best players in the world today.
Weight forward 55/45 (up to 60/40 with the longer clubs), both feet flared out approximately 20 degrees, and the knees similarly angled outward are prescribed S&T setup features. This orientation provides for an unrestricted 45 degrees of tilted hip turn, at which point we only need to add another 45 degrees of shoulder turn for a full 90 degrees. The result is a centered, stress-free, flowing motion back and through, and a very body-friendly, consistent, powerful swing.
If you've not already joined, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level instruction, and much more. Thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - 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.
Thanks for sharing your success and keep up the great work!!
Tom
Something tells me tom’s actually an amazing dancer
"Something" is telling you lies of substantial proportion, Mike.....😆😆
You're playing my tune for sure. Just need to start dancing. I am working on it.
I sure hope you're a better dancer than me.....
@@SagutoGolf The one thing just maybe, I can do better than you, is dance, even though I'm much older. On the inside where it counts though, I am forever young, just 27 years old. That's just "The Way it Is." "Somethings will never change."
(Bruce Hornsby & the Range,)
LOL - Nicely played!
Tom, great video - as so often! One comment, one question; here is the comment: Please, teach me the "all upper body" strike - you achieved 82.7 mph; I would love to get this too... And here is the question: referring to your so-called static position (at minute 8:03), is the weight already "fully" on your left (lead) leg? Kind regards, Bernhard
I'm glad you enjoyed it, Bernhard!
There's not much I wish to say about the "all upper body strike" because that's not something I wish to teach! 😆 Suffice to say that just like in my normal swing, I let the big muscles (shoulders) control the motion.
As for the forward weight load, we start with our weight forward (generally 55/45 for the short and mid irons, 60/40 for the longer clubs), gradually add more forward weight to the top (70/30), 80/20 halfway down, 90/10 impact, and 95/5 finish.
I hope that helps!
Tom
PS: By the way, here's a link to my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” in case you’re interested in learning some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/
@@SagutoGolf Dear Tom, thank you so much for your detailed answer! By the way, I really enjoy your videos - because they are (or better: you are) so different from all others. I appreciate your "fresh style" (as a 71 year old golfer who started some 6 six years ago). Thanks, Bernhard
Been working on all your videos and working it into my game, and have gained distance as well as accuracy and consistency! But mostly this swing and technique has been better on my back and less painful! Not sure if you have ever heard that! Thank you so much!
That's awesome - I'm very glad to learn of your body-friendly improvement!! Yes - I've most definitely heard that on numerous occasions and have personally experienced the pain-free benefits of this system firsthand after experiencing back discomfort in my prior swing method. Beyond that, a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them.
Thanks for sharing your progress, keep up the great work, and have fun out there!!
Tom
@@SagutoGolf was wondering if you could do a video on uphill, downhill, ball below, ball above lies? And how or if anything changes? Ball Position etc?
Uphill, downhill, and sidehill lies are on my to-do list for online school lesson content. Having said that, the keys to playing a shot when the ball is below your feet are in 1) adjusting your setup to properly orient yourself to the ball (since it will be closer to you, your upper body will be angled more towards the ground than on a standard shot), 2) balancing yourself as you may need to feel your weight more towards the heels of your feet depending on the severity of the slope, 3) taking an extra club or two than you normally would from the given distance, and 4) aligning yourself with the expectation that the ball will fade. Once you are oriented, balanced, and properly aligned, you are ready to execute the swing as taught. Bump your hips forward an inch as you typically would so your weight favors the front side 55-60%, and when you take it back make sure that your weight stays forward and your shoulders do not flatten out as they turn, as they will have a tendency to do so due to their preset steeper orientation. In fact, a good thought for this shot is to keep the chest pointing down as you turn, since mishits from this type of lie are oftentimes a result of the golfer coming out of his or her tilt in the backswing.
Conversely, a ball above your feet will necessitate having your upper body oriented for a less steep shoulder turn that allows the club to work more around the body, weight perhaps favoring the balls of the feet depending on slope severity, and allowing for a drawing ball flight. You'll likely need to choke down on the club a bit, and for this reason plus the curvature you may also want to club up for this shot, bearing in mind that the ball may tend to roll out more upon landing due to the draw spin. Once again, after making these adjustments you'll want to execute the swing motions as taught - weight forward, tilt/turn/extend, hands in, keeping your swing center intact.
The short answer with regard to uphill and downhill lies is to 1) Match your shoulders to the angle of the slope, 2) Widen your stance a bit for stability, 3) Understand that an uphill slope is going to add loft whereas a downhill slope will reduce loft and produce more runout, so adjust your club selection accordingly, 4) Make a practice swing next to the ball to determine your swing's low point on that particular slope, and then address the ball so that the low point is just ahead of it, and 5) Do your best to keep your center intact as you swing since any swaying will shift your low point and cause inconsistent results.
@@SagutoGolf Wow, thank you so much this is all great feedback and input. Took a picture of it for quick access, as stated this has improved my game so much, I hate to say but ball striking, consistency and scoring have improved like I was in my 30’s again (56 now), and what damaged my game was lower back pain due to Traditional swinging! With this swing I have none! Played 36 holes Saturday (74-71)!! But these tips will help for sure where I struggled! Thank you so much! Stack and Tilt, and fan of your teachings for life! 🙏🏻
My pleasure..... and that's some awesome playing this past weekend - well done!!! 💪💪
Hey Tom, Liked the video and how to visualize the knees moving. I tried this out today and did realize more solid contact and distance. Only thing I noticed is I tend to pull the ball more. If anything, i usually have miss with a slice. Any idea what this could be? Maybe speeding up my swing trying to generate more power. I know it's impossible since you've never seen my swing.
I'm glad to know that this performed well for you, Josh!
You're correct - I really have no idea without seeing your swing. Perhaps you were enjoying that crispy contact so much that you did start going at it a little too hard and got yourself out of sync? Or maybe you've been subconsciously closing the face either at setup or through the zone to compensate for your slice tendencies?
FYI, there's an entire section of my online school dedicated to resolving common swing, contact, and ball flight issues. Have you looked into it? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. So many folks across the globe are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf - and here's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Cheers!
Tom
Tom, I love this video and yes more speed with the clubs. I wish I could understand just how the body works as when I push my knee down with the weight forward then push up and my hips and torso and shoulders rotate???? anyway the main question is this. When you push the lead leg up are you pushing from the toe pad or the heel?. This is a very important question I want to make it right. Thank you.
Hi Richard,
If you have more pressure towards the heel of your lead foot in the downswing, then your hips have likely spun out prematurely, thereby routing the path across the ball from the outside. Here are a couple of lessons in this regard:
- ruclips.net/video/dB4ItR3guGU/видео.html
- ruclips.net/video/I5XYgKopTb4/видео.html
Really, though, the online school is the best place to learn this swing properly in a comprehensive, structured, step-by-step platform. Have you enrolled 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's a link to my free mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Tom
Im taking my dynamic knees out on the links.
You'll be a dynamo out there, John!! 💪💪😎
I started slicing my driver again, and panicked because I couldn't figure out what I was doing wrong. Finally, I realized that I wasn't bending the lead knee in the back swing. You really have to be intentional about it. Once I started bending the lead knee, I could rotate back properly, and starting hitting it straight again. It's really weird how one can forget how to swing properly. So I put this in my phone:
How to swing the Driver:
1. Bend the lead knee to rotate back properly.
2. Don't over-cock the club. Keep it 90 degrees to your arm.
3. Hit it 80% or less until it goes straight again.
Nice job figuring that out and making the appropriate correction!!
The lead knee flexes as the trail knee straightens during the backswing, both in their outwardly flared orientation that we preset at address. Ultimately I would like to see you get to the point where the gradual flexing/straightening occurs in response to the increasing forward weight load and the centered tilting, turning, and extending components of the motion instead of being contrived actions unto themselves. We're simply allowing them to be reactive, thereby freeing up the hips and shoulders to execute an unrestricted turn.
While there is certainly content on my channel that addresses this topic, a more structured option would be my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Keys You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ Featuring 17 videos and 45 minutes of detailed lessons and drills, this is a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the formal learning method that has countless 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 - now enjoying the best golf of their lives: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews
Thanks for your message and for sharing your swing keys, and keep up the great work!! 💪💪
Tom Saguto, PGA
hey tom, great lesson, i noticed as your hitting the ball, i could hear the click of the ball then the thud of the mat, it would be great for your students to use a mat, and listen for click thud, what do you think. just an idea that might work. regards james. ps always watching your videos.
Hi James,
I'm glad to know that my videos are resonating with you!
I appreciate your suggestion. Personally, I much prefer hitting off natural grass because it mimics playing conditions and will not mask a poor impact condition like a mat can. There are various ways to confirm that desired ball-first contact as I've demonstrated in a number of channel episodes.
Thanks,
Tom
PS: By the way, since you are liking my channel's content, I think you will 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/
Like some types of dancing, such as The Balboa, you push your feet into the floor in the same way as your doing here with the golf swing. Wow. The carry-over of techniques from sport to sport is often identical.
I'll have to just take your word on that one, Mike.....😎
Yes - there are certainly some carryover elements from other sports/motions to golf, though it is important to recognize the differences as well!
Thanks for your message and validation!
Tom
Thanks Mr Saguto, I could never keep my front heel down on my back swing and my buddies keep reminding me to keep it down. Thanks to you, I don't have to , however I still need to work on my ball-then-turf contact. I find that when I do a ball-then-turf contact my swing goes out-to-in, but not so when I strike the turf below the ball. What could be my problem?
When am I going to see you in the online school, Khaizaln where there's an entire section of my online school dedicated to resolving common swing, contact, and ball flight issues? Have you looked into it yet? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. So many folks across the globe are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf
Tom
PS: I'll give you one guess for what you are experiencing. Perhaps your hips do not have sufficient lateral movement in the downswing. Here's a channel video on this: ruclips.net/video/dB4ItR3guGU/видео.html
I look forward to seeing you in the school.......😎
I find if I get to left shoulder down as you instruct the left knee automatically goes where you are saying and the power in the swing is so much stronger.
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YES!! If you get that lead shoulder down and keep your head in place, everything else in the motion pretty much takes care of itself. Excellent job, and thanks for sharing your improvement!! 💪💪
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is connecting well with you, I am confident that you will also benefit from my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”.: go.saguto.golf. If you haven't already worked through it, this is 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
When you push your left knee forward in the backswing is it going to '12 o clock' straight, or more like '1 o clock' (a little right towards the ball) or '11 o clock' (a little left)?
Hi Mich,
The lead knee flexes as the trail knee straightens during the backswing, ideally occurring in their outwardly flared orientation that we preset at address. The flexing/straightening occurs gradually and in response to the increasing forward weight load and the centered tilting, turning, and extending components of the motion. They are not contrived actions unto themselves. We're simply allowing them to be reactive, thereby freeing up the hips and shoulders to execute an unrestricted turn.
While there is certainly content on my channel that addresses this topic, a more structured option would be my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Keys You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ Featuring 17 videos and 45 minutes of detailed lessons and drills, this is a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the formal learning method that has countless 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 - now enjoying the best golf of their lives: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews
Tom Saguto, PGA
Hey Tom, ive used this method and have found great success, however i found when i started to load more weight into the front knee during takeaway, id get a heap of pain in the tibia on my lead leg. Have you found this with anyone else you have taught the method to?
Actually, this is a very body-friendly motion as validated by the fact that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. *_It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion._* Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built.
Have you looked into the comprehensive, sequential learning platform of the online school yet? 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, position-by-position from setup to finish. It will make for a far more efficient, superior, and enjoyable learning process rather than haphazardly trying to piece things together through these channel videos that jump around randomly from topic to topic. Thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - 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 if you'd like to first "dip a toe in the water" prior to diving into the school, 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/ That is where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner.
Thanks,
Tom
Tom, would you please make this clear.? When you say “push off”. Do you mean latterly or vertically. Sorry confused! Thanks. Have a great day.
It's pretty much a vertical move, Richard, although it is occurring simultaneously with the lateral targetward action of hips which may cause it to appear that the "push off" is a combination of vertical and lateral. If the "ground force" doesn't happen on autopilot, then the "feel" we like to ingrain is tucking the butt under the hips through the zone, which causes the belt buckle to raise up a few inches from pre- to post-impact. It can also be likened to a high jumper pushing off his or her lead leg as they propel themselves upward and over the bar. This releases the spine from flexion to extension - a very powerful move.
Would you like to learn some key aspects of the swing I teach in a more structured manner? If so, then here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ It's a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system and an introduction to the instruction style that has thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - enjoying the best golf of their lives ( saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews )
Tom
Tom, thank you so much. I understand now.@@SagutoGolf
How do you know how far is too far to push the knee into the ground. Is it dependent on the club length. I can’t wait to try this.
Don't concern yourself with how much it needs to work downward. Just keep your head in place as your forward weight load gradually increases in the backswing. Your lead knee will respond appropriately if you allow it to, and you'll get that "pushing into the ground" sensation that I'm referring to.
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/
Have fun out there!
Tom
Thank you so much. I have been having trouble starting my swing with so much tension. I feel this will free things up.
My pleasure - I hope it helps!!
I have to say OMG. My shoulders and arms are free of tension. I was able to start swing with that left knee move! I have been watching your videos and they all make so much sense! Crispy KFC has been found. You are the best.
Thanks for labeling this video " Hit 30 yards FARTHER... "!!! It's a pet peeve of mine when people refer to distance as "further". Further indicates additional, farther always means distance.
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LOL!! Happy to be of service to your "pet".....😎
What if it’s additional distance 🤔
Distance is always farther.
Thus we say "furthermore" and not "farthermore"......
Tom…..What kind of mat are you using? Great video as always and thank you for posting great content.
I'm glad you are enjoying my content, Jonathan!
I have a Real Feel 3x5 Country Club Elite® Golf Mat, and I am extremely pleased with its feel and durability. You can visit them here - www.RealFeelGolfMats.com. If purchasing be sure to use coupon code "SAGUTOGOLF" (without the quotes and no spaces) at checkout to claim your special SagutoGolf discount on the Country Club Elite® series of mats.
Thanks!
Tom
@@SagutoGolf Thank you so much Tom
My pleasure, Jonathan!!
Tom, I've been looking for a video you posted in the past couple months that is eluding me. You are demonstrating with a medicine ball and on your follow thru you slam the ball into the ground in front of you. Does this ring a bell? If you can somehow let me know where to find it or respond to this with a link I would be very grateful!
Hi Mike,
Perhaps it's this one?: ruclips.net/video/QhbLnR0YD4c/видео.html
And here are some related videos::
- ruclips.net/video/pNGjL9IbTL0/видео.html
- ruclips.net/video/nD-z0ovm62o/видео.html
- ruclips.net/video/0lYuJdV1Pbo/видео.html
By the way, since you are liking my channel's content, I think 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 men and women from across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - 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
Hey Tom are your hips also moving forward slightly as you get to the top of your backswing?
Hi Gareth,
My tailbone is gradually moving towards the target during the backswing, so that would be taking the hips along with it. Here is a lesson video on this topic: ruclips.net/video/bXV7g1PVxbA/видео.html
By the way, here's a link to my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” in case you’re interested in learning some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/
Cheers!
Tom
I like it
I'm a little confused. I thought you were supposed to put more weight on the right (back) foot during the backswing and then shift it to the front foot during the downswing. You seem to be teaching to push and apply more pressure to the front foot during the backswing. Is this correct? What move or trigger do you use to start the downswing, as I thought it was by shifting the weight to the front side at that time.
Hi Frank,
Consider how interesting and sad it is that despite all the advances in equipment, technology, golf course grooming, etc. the average golfer still struggles to break 100. Epic failures within the realm of “conventional” instruction, perhaps??? So many misconstrued and/or misguided teachings - such as taking the club straight back, turning the shoulders level while independently lifting the arms, shifting into and torquing against a firm trail side, actively rolling the hands through impact, etc. - have relegated generations of golfers to the vast abyss of inconsistency and chronic frustration (and chronic back/knee/hip pain as well).
I know it sounds like a strange concept to those who have only ever subscribed to a swing model that is based on shifting weight back and forth, however in the swing system I teach you start with your weight forward (55/45 on the front side; 60/40 for the longer clubs), increase that same weight forward to the top of the backswing (70/30), and further increase the forward weight during the downswing from halfway down (80/20) through impact (90/10) and to the finish at 95/5 forward. There's no "weight shift", nor is there a need for one; instead it's just a gradually increasing load onto the lead side. The result is a centered, low-maintenance, body-friendly, consistent, and tremendously powerful swing, and since it is rooted in physics, geometry, and human physiology it does not discriminate by age or ability - from kids to seniors and everyone in between, inclusive of the best players in the world.
How to initiate the downswing is a loaded question because it is so dependent on individual tendencies that I cannot give a generalized answer. If I tell you that it's a lateral hip slide but your downswing already naturally has sufficient forward force, then you'll hit pushes and/or hooks all day long, and if I tell you to rotate your hips but you are already naturally applying enough outward force, then your destination is pull/slice city! I could also say the shoulders, or dropping the hands, or getting the lead arm off the chest, or rolling your trail foot targetward, or increasing pressure into the lead leg, etc. You get what I'm saying, right? This is why I do my best to convey multiple “feels” or thoughts throughout the swing wherever possible. We're all different physiologically and psychologically, and something that resonates effectively with one golfer may not necessarily work for another. However, no matter the variety of suggested feels/thoughts offered for a particular element of the swing, they are all directed at getting different golfers to achieve the desired positions, motions, and ball striking results. This is one reason why the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of my online school is so effective, and why thousands of folks across the globe 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 ). The lessons and drills provide the guidelines and set the boundaries, while allowing ample leeway for each individual golfer to infuse and exercise their own uniqueness. Here's a link if you would like to know more about it - saguto.golf - and here's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Apologies for the lengthy reply. I hope I sufficiently answered your question and also provided some additional food for thought!
Tom
@@SagutoGolf Awesome, that's what I was thinking. Thanks for taking the time and breaking it all down.
Great insight on how the Knees are supposed to work 👊🏼🏌🏼⛳️
Thanks Joe!!
I have a total knee replacement on my left knee , using this method this should not be hurting my knee correct ?
By using this move, it doesn’t hurt. I just want to see it last rest of my life. I’m fixing to turn 60 I’m hitting/striking the ball better now than ever before by your instructions. Thank you brother God bless.🏌🏼⛳️✝️
@Joe Hill - In this motion the knees work exactly as they were designed to - flexing straight down and up without that unnecessary joint-killing side-to-side action. I'm very glad to know that you are enjoying the body-friendly ball striking bliss that this swing system provides. Keep up the great work and have fun out there!!
God Bless,
Tom
Hi Tom 👋 Still playing in North West Ohio. Great video. One in the pink?...🤣🤣🤣
You're stealing days from ol' man winter, Jim. Very nice!!
@@SagutoGolf with a cover and a propane heater we normally play until the snow covers the course.
I figured you'd be one of "those guys", Jim.... 😆
I love it!!!
@@SagutoGolf and when the ground freezes...guaranteed to pick up an extra 30 yards. Not a joke 🤣🤣
And you can use those solid water hazards to your advantage......😆
Yes - we used to play in PA as long as there was little or no snow on the ground and the temps/wind were tolerable. We don't get to enjoy that extra roll here in SC. (But on the flip side it is sunny and 70 here today 😎)
Do you suggest to pre set left knee over left toes?
Hi Rene,
We should feel evenly balanced between heel and toe in both feet. This balance is achieved by first setting our knees over the toes (or at least over the toe end of our shoelaces) to activate the ground connection, and then pushing our butt out to incline the hips and chest so that a relationship with the ball is established. The arms hang down naturally from the shoulders with all clubs except the driver, for which we push them out an inch or so to encourage more of the around-the-body motion needed for that lengthy shaft. We address the ball stacked shoulders over hips over knees with our weight balanced 50/50. We then simply bump our hips one inch towards the target while keeping everything else in place. This presets a little more weight forward while retaining the stacked relationship. Both feet are flared outward approximately 10-20 degrees, with the knees similarly angled outward. This orientation facilitates a stress-free, flowing motion back and through, resulting in a very body-friendly, consistent, powerful swing.
Would you like to learn some key aspects of the swing I teach in a more structured manner? If so, then here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ It's a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the instruction style that has thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many 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
Thanks,
Tom
When u straight your left knee before or after impact?
It is straightening during the downswing but does not fully straighten until after impact.
If you pause a side-on video of my swing and press the period ( . ) button you can advance frame by frame to view the action that you are interested in.
Hey TS, at address, what is the initial weight distribution 70/30 or 80/20?
Hi Joshua,
In the system I teach we start with our weight forward (generally 55/45 for the short and mid irons, 60/40 for the longer clubs). We achieve this by addressing the ball "stacked", shoulders over hips over knees with our weight balanced 50/50. We then simply bump our hips 1" towards the target while keeping everything else in place. That presets a little more weight forward while retaining the stacked relationship. During the swing we gradually add more forward weight load into the transition (70/30), 80/20 halfway down, 90/10 impact, and 95/5 finish. The upper torso/head - and thus the swing center - remains in place during the increasing forward weight load in the downswing. There's no "weight shift"; instead, it's just a gradually increasing load onto the lead side. And the result is a centered, low-maintenance, body-friendly, consistent, and tremendously powerful swing.
Tom
PS: Would you like to learn some key aspects of the swing I teach in a more structured manner? If so, then here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ It's a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the instruction style that has thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - enjoying the best golf of their lives: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews
@@SagutoGolf Thank you, sir. I really appreciate you taking the time to explain this concept. For your services, I will Uber Eats a KFC family bucket! 🙌
Were do you p position the ball??
While this system affords you some leeway, in general once my students and members show some level of proficiency with the swing I suggest that they migrate to a stock ball position that is in the middle of the stance for short irons, two balls inside the lead heel for middle irons, and creeping more forward for the longer clubs - the farthest forward being even with the inside of the lead heel for the driver (with the stance width increasing as we move from shorter to longer clubs). From there they can make incremental tweaks to see how different positions affect impact quality and shot shape.
Would you like to learn some key aspects of the body-friendly, powerful, low-maintenance swing system I teach in a more structured manner? If so, then here is a link to my newly updated FREE mini course “The Top 3 Keys You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ Featuring 17 videos and 45 minutes of detailed lesson and drill content, this is a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the formal instruction method that has countless thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many accomplished, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - now enjoying the best golf of their lives: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews
Tom Saguto, PGA
Hi Tom. When you get your lead shoulder to point down at the ball it forces you to push your knee down as well. You have no choice then but to push up. Is this correct?
Thanks very much for your help
David
Yes - these two components will work in sync with each other, David, as long as you keep your weight forward and your swing center intact. You'll then be in a very nice position from which to leverage the ground.
Tom
@@SagutoGolf thanks Tom
I heard someone describe this motion as like pulling the starter cord on a mower....
Yes- that's certainly another bit of imagery you can use.
TS
Can i ask what iron were you using for this episode?
That's my 7 iron.
TS
@SagutoGolf thank you trying to get consistent 145 to 155 with that iron but a little by little and more coordinated legs and wt forward arms extended in v at impact and a foot or so beyond finish position, I think I can add 10.thanks
@G - Sounds like you're on a good track, and those are certainly fine yardages for a 7 iron - especially considering that your swing is in transition. By the way, if you've not already joined have you given any thought to enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level courses on shot shaping, power and distance, and much more. 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. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf
Love that “return on investment”…..
When you see what most folks are ingraining on practice ranges, Bob, you come to understand quickly that the median ROI is deep into the negative digits. Investment strategies need to be modified....dramatically...... 😎
But, weight still remais forward, right?
Yes, Ronald. In the swing system I teach we start with our weight forward (generally 55/45 for the short and mid irons, 60/40 for the longer clubs), gradually add more forward weight to the top (70/30), 80/20 halfway down, 90/10 impact, and 95/5 finish. There's no "weight shift"; instead it's just a gradually increasing load onto the lead side. And the result is a centered, low-maintenance, body-friendly, consistent, and tremendously powerful swing.
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 this method in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/
Tom
as the head of the club does not go down the same place it went up, but below, if you do not stretch your left leg at the moment of impact you hit the ground.....
As stated in my reply to your identical comment on another video: Actually, in a one plane motion such as the one I teach the clubhead does trace a very similar path back and through. Here's a lesson from my channel's archives on this topic: ruclips.net/video/0IxI_qmaF_A/видео.html
And here's a link to my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” in case you’re interested in learning some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/
TS
Can you make for people who has not played for a couple of weeks that me and I can’t hit it properly
Have you considered the comprehensive, structured, sequential learning platform of my online school? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. Additionally, you'll find all my short game content (putting, chipping, pitching, bunker play), advanced level courses on shot shaping and power/distance, diagnostic and corrective tools for resolving common swing, contact, and ball flight issues, and much more there. So many folks across the globe are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf - and here's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Tom
Tom a great demonstration of using of the knees.you have to use your leg. A very good video. THANKS
@Ken Rhodes - Thanks - I'm glad to know that this lesson resonated well with you!
Tom
@@SagutoGolf I have seen your 3 step is just I have been into other sport and I am 14
@tripexzz - I understand. Have fun out there - that's the primary objective!!
Jumbomax grips?
Yes - I wanted to give the JumboMax grips a try for a few reasons, including the fact that DeChambeau uses them and we share similar swing philosophies. Since then, I haven't looked back. I personally love the feel as well as how they help to keep my hands quiet through the zone. They’re not necessarily for everyone - and my fingers are a bit longer than average - so I routinely tell folks to "try before you buy."
TS
@@SagutoGolf Haha yeah for sure I bought the XL as I too am a bit of a brute like Bryson but those were ridiculous I never even installed it, had an inch between palm and fingers. I found later that the Medium was the right choice for me. Currently playing midsized with three wraps and it was fine but the tape has flattened and they are too small now so I just ordered two mediums for two different drivers once I try them out I will decide on the irons after that. I chose the tour green ones as I am not a fan of taper and my whole bag is green themed also favorite color. Thanks for sharing your experience!
My pleasure!!
Enjoy those new green grips!!
Comments on left knee that natually points inward vs straight knee flex towards the feet…? Weight is still on the left foot
Many have been taught to angle the knees inward so that the knees can work "towards each other". The knee joint is designed to primarily work down and up with minimal lateral capability, and as a result that erroneous instruction has stymied countless golfers' abilities to make a full and unrestricted turn, while also causing much physical pain and discomfort.
If you are saying that your knee naturally points inward when you are standing up, then I would still suggest setting up with your weight forward 55/45 (up to 60/40 with the longer clubs) and both feet flared out approximately 20 degrees. (This orientation provides for an unrestricted 45 degrees of tilted hip turn, at which point we only need to add another 45 degrees of shoulder turn for a full 90 degrees.) From there just let your lead knee work straight down in its natural orientation in the backswing as the weight gradually loads into the front side.
TS
Chipping golf
Can’t believe nobody has commented on the guy in the background standing behind the tree. Creepy as heck.
That's what happens when you're on acid..you hallucinate..
Colonel Saguto……extra crispy kfc.
And our "secret recipe" is always 100% fat (shot) free..... 😎
Hahaha
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Tom, that movement on the front knee is going to cause injury after time. Too much torque on the joint. Ask Tiger 🐯
Absolutely not! The lead knee is simply flexing and extending in it's pre-established orientation - a very natural and stress-free motion for the joint. Tiger's issues stemmed from that lead knee working inward towards a firm trail side in the backswing and then snapping in the opposite direction and posting up with such force in the downswing. Have a look at his knee action in his more recent (post-surgery) swings. Very similar to what is being demonstrated here.
TS
This is not true. I had knee, shoulder and back soreness using traditional swing. All gone thank to Tom. I can play everyday. The only way you get knee soreness with this swing is if your are laterally moving your hips which is a no no. The long drive players are the ones you need to worry about.