Mastering Shoulder Plane for a Better Golf Swing

TLDRLearn how to properly position and maintain the shoulder plane throughout the golf swing for improved consistency and accuracy. Avoid contorted positions and focus on rotating around the spine to create a natural shoulder tilt. Keep the shoulders tilted in line with the target and avoid excessive movement. Transition smoothly without sacrificing shoulder plane. Maintain a square shoulder plane at impact and slightly open through the hit. Practice throwing a club across your shoulders to develop the right depth and motion.

Key insights

💡Proper setup is essential for maintaining the correct shoulder plane throughout the golf swing.

🔄Rotate around the spine to create a natural shoulder tilt rather than contorting the body.

Keep the shoulders tilted in line with the target for optimal positioning.

⚠️Avoid excessive movement and contorted positions that can disrupt the shoulder plane.

🔀Smooth transition is key to maintaining the shoulder plane without sacrificing accuracy.

Q&A

What is the proper setup for maintaining the shoulder plane?

Ensure your body is fairly square to the target line and avoid excessive turn or tilt at address. Keep your shoulders level and neutral.

How can I create a natural shoulder tilt?

Rotate around your spine without excessively tilting or turning your shoulders. Focus on the shoulder plane rather than manipulating the arms.

What is the ideal shoulder position at impact?

Keep your shoulders tilted and fairly square to slightly open at impact. Avoid trying to point the right shoulder at the ball, as it is unnecessary and can disrupt the shoulder plane.

Should I try to hit from the inside in my downswing?

Focus on maintaining a consistent shoulder plane throughout the downswing. Avoid contorted positions that may disrupt the plane.

How can I practice the correct shoulder plane?

Use a drill like throwing a club across your shoulders to develop the right depth and motion. This will help you maintain a natural shoulder tilt and proper shoulder plane.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Proper setup is essential for maintaining the correct shoulder plane throughout the golf swing.

02:49Rotate around the spine to create a natural shoulder tilt rather than contorting the body.

06:08Keep the shoulders tilted in line with the target for optimal positioning.

06:55Avoid excessive movement and contorted positions that can disrupt the shoulder plane.

07:46Smooth transition is key to maintaining the shoulder plane without sacrificing accuracy.