How to Eliminate Arm Dominance in Your Golf Swing

💪Exercises and drills to externally rotate your arms and connect them to your torso for a more controlled swing.

🏌️Tips on gripping the club and maintaining proper arm positioning throughout the swing.

🏆Benefits of eliminating arm dominance, including increased power and consistency in your golf swing.

⏰Quick and simple technique that can be practiced at home or on the golf course.

💡How external rotation of the arms helps create a connection between the upper body and the club, resulting in a more efficient and effective swing.

What is arm dominance in a golf swing?

—Arm dominance refers to the excessive use of the arms in a golf swing, resulting in a lack of power and control. It can be caused by improper arm positioning, grip, or lack of body rotation.

How can I externally rotate my arms?

—To externally rotate your arms, simply rotate your upper arms outward while keeping your elbows close to your body. This helps connect your arms to your torso and promotes a more controlled and powerful swing.

Can I practice this technique without a kettlebell?

—Yes, you can use any weighted object like a dumbbell or even a gallon of milk to practice this technique. The goal is to feel the connection between your arms and torso, so the weight doesn't matter as much as the movement.

Will eliminating arm dominance improve my golf swing?

—Yes, eliminating arm dominance can greatly improve your golf swing. By relying more on your body rotation and using your arms as a connected unit, you'll generate more power, consistency, and control in your swing.

How often should I practice this technique?

—You can practice this technique as often as you'd like, but consistency is key. Incorporate it into your warm-up routine before each round of golf or dedicate specific practice sessions to focus on maintaining arm-body connection throughout the swing.

00:00Introduction to the problem of arm dominance in golf swings.

01:22Demonstration of how to externally rotate the arms to connect them to the torso.

02:59Explanation of the importance of arm connection for a professional-looking swing.

04:48Drill using a kettlebell or weighted object to practice arm-body connection.

05:58Offer to access a three-part web class on using the 'magic move' in golf swings.

07:58Summary of the technique and reminder to practice before going on the golf course.