How to Properly Set Your Wrist in the Golf Backswing

⚙️Setting the wrists correctly in the backswing can improve your club delivery and the quality of your strike

🌀Avoid over-hinging the wrists in the backswing as it can lead to inconsistent strikes and loss of control

🔀Use a neutral grip and make a fist with your left hand to set the left wrist. This provides enough wrist set at the top for good lag on the downswing

📐The right wrist should have a slight bend back on itself, creating a 90-degree angle at the top of the swing

🏋️‍♂️Practice drills like the split grip and preset drills to reinforce proper wrist set and club positioning

Why is it important to set the wrists correctly in the backswing?

—Proper wrist set allows for better club delivery and consistency in striking the golf ball.

What should I avoid when setting my wrists in the backswing?

—Avoid over-hinging the wrists, as this can lead to inconsistent strikes and loss of control.

How do I set the left wrist in the backswing?

—Make a fist with your left hand to set the left wrist. This provides enough wrist set at the top for good lag on the downswing.

What position should the right wrist be in at the top of the swing?

—The right wrist should have a slight bend back on itself, creating a 90-degree angle at the top of the swing.

Are there any drills to help improve wrist set in the backswing?

—Yes, drills like the split grip and preset drills can help reinforce proper wrist set and club positioning.

00:00Introduction to the importance of setting the wrists correctly in the backswing

02:25Explanation of how to set the left wrist by making a fist with the left hand

03:53Demonstration of how the right wrist should be bent back on itself to create a 90-degree angle at the top of the swing

05:45Drills to practice proper wrist set in the backswing, including the split grip and preset drills

07:59Importance of getting the club up on the plane early in the backswing