3 BIGGEST BACKSWING MISTAKES - How to fix them

[@RickShielsPGA]

LIKE this video if my coaching videos have helped you.

[@jackvliet]

They have helped without a doubt.

[@jonathanbostic1906]

They have helped

[@Will-wu4xh]

DEFINATELY helped

[@ethantowry5808]

I shot 3 over because of you thank you

[@AndersVestlund]

They helped so much that I, as a total rookie, with just a bit of range practice could go a round of golf and make par on 2 holes. I have since then never replicated that but still. 😅✌🏻

[@ChrisMatheny1990]

I started golfing in fall of 2021. I'm to the point now where I can par to +2 every whole at my local course. Much of what I've learned is because of Rick's videos. Alot of these other no names making instructional videos make them long and drawn out filled with nothing or very little useful info. Then there's Rick, an actual somebody with experience. Humble, modest, to the point, with loads of useful information, and techniques. I very much admire and appreciate that.

[@JG-qp9dl]

His "terrible" shots are nicer than 80% of my shots

[@theindooroutdoorsman]

I dunno man, I usually make some gorgeous shots into the water.

[@noname-md6pw]

@@theindooroutdoorsman the other day I hit a beautiful sand wedge shot right into the water.

[@theindooroutdoorsman]

@@noname-md6pw Last round I played, made it to the 9th hole on the same ball. I was 104 yards out from the pin. Been hitting my 56 great all day, but I wanted to use my 50 instead and try to hit the green, and go for a birdie, rather than clearing the 15 yards of water in front of me with my 56 and going for par. So I pulled my gap wedge, took a couple of practice swings, then topped the ball right into the water. Really fell apart after that and finished with a 125, I was on track to break 100 until that damned pond.

[@noname-md6pw]

@The Indoor Outdoorsman oof man. I've topped the ball into water plenty of times. The course I play at has like 12 holes with water and it's not florida but it's not a great course anyway. I'm starting to get a lot better with my swing tho.

[@noname-md6pw]

@The Indoor Outdoorsman When I hit that sand wedge shot I told you about, I missed clearing the pond by about 5 feet. 54 was barely not enough. Just needed a bit harder of a hit. Lots of cases where I just need to hit the ball harder.

[@TalkingGolf]

Rick is making Golf more fun for everyone, who agrees?

[@RickShielsPGA]

Favourite comment I’ve read. Thanks so much 👍

[@TalkingGolf]

@@RickShielsPGA :)

[@charlieodom9107]

Well...he is making me realize how much I have wrong with my swing, in one video!!! If you ever want to know how bad your swing is, then set up a tripod and shoot a high speed of a swing from straight ahead of you (camera facing you perpendicular to your shot direction) and compare it to Rick's same view. You'll regret it immediately!!! His swing is near perfect, while we look we are trying to push a rope uphill!

[@linleyspannenberg1593]

Hi Rick can you please help when I swing back I can feel my left hand lose the grip so with the follow through I end up hitting the ball with face open causing a huge slice. This even happens with the glove on. I though it was the grips on my clubs but they in good condition and I even experience experience this with a rental.

[@melissaabbott918]

Yes

[@trrbeast759]

I have been watching since 2019 and now I’m in love with golf

[@mhzigga]

Same

[@connorsok5856]

Same but I've only been watching for about 2 months

[@pwrthrst400]

Same. I’ve really gotten into the game over the last year or two, and Shiels and his fellow YT golfers played a significant part in that.

[@snapzhsu6947]

i started about a month ago and now i'm addicted

[@brett7011]

I have been watching u sleep every night since 2019 and now I'm in love with you.

[@thewestoner7299]

1:06 “terrible terrible shot” Me: that’s a bad one??

[@marekbage]

Yeah, I'll trade half a dozen of my good shots for one of Rick's 'terrible' ones!!

[@charlieodom9107]

Lmfao!!! Rick: Terrible Shot Me: hold my beer!!!

[@kevinwilkins3557]

The Westoner I know right!!! He says it so casually aswell!? That’s me on a good round!! 🏌️‍♂️

[@cgray1614]

Always clear and simple explanation!

[@Ryanrules23]

Rick, I've been watching your videos for about a month now, about as long as I've been golfing. Your tips have transformed my whole game. I went from shooting in the 110's to shooting mid 90s in a month. My irons used to be terrible and are now the best part of my game. I absolutely appreciate your videos and you make it simple to implement these mechanics.

[@Mjp1177]

So useful, thank you 👍

[@kieronseery3107]

Hi Rick, Greetings from Dublin Ireland young man, as a complete novice I want to thank you sincerely for all your efforts with your golfing advice it’s been a tremendous help.

[@ianbrassett5856]

Hands up who watches 75% of Rick's videos whilst they are on the toilet!

[@PaulThePunter]

The ultimate swing guide has been awesome with helping me get back into it 👍💪

[@johnmccormxck]

Oh hey Paul... Didn't know you were a golfer as well!

[@natskis]

@@johnmccormxck Off the mtb stright onto the course. Love it!

[@lman22]

Paul plays golf😱😱

[@Ove896]

Shut up

[@asbasa204]

Good

[@shabsgaming8347]

I am so glad you explain how it should "feel". I've had so many lessons and been told how to but never told what it should feel like. when I get out on the course I have loads to think about behind the ball and often forget the basics. Thanks

[@anthonyf473]

Hey I just got into golfing. I've watched the basics and it's already helped me play my first 18 holes! TY so much, you're the man. Mad love from Detroit!

[@dinbee4611]

Most helpful golf video I've seen compared to others. Others seems to have a lot of explanations and swing dissections that it tends to confuse the viewer in the end so not as helpful. The direct approach such as this is the best approach.

[@flavrdPnut]

Watched a couple of your videos and then went to the range and had a exponential improvement in my shots and distance..thank you.

[@meghanmae512]

There’s always a trusty Rick Shiels video to help me with what I’m currently trying to fix. Thanks for the help as always!

[@aclevelandjr]

Very, very useful information for those of us just starting. I have so much trouble with my backswing. Thank you for posting.

[@Cody8Harker]

by far the best golf coach on youtube, cheers Rick, great tips.

[@tuanoful]

As I am still just learning, your videos are helping me TONS

[@jeffersj1136]

Wow Rick. Thanks for this. I watched your other vid comparing Callaway GBB 2015 to GBB warbird, upgraded my driver, followed the easy to follow tips in this vid and am now hitting 230-240yds straight down the fairway with over 90% accuracy. Its improved my game so much i not only broke 100, I scored 93 for the first time ever. All thanks to your great videos. Thanks so much

[@tipp55]

Simple concise and straightforward instruction. Three things not too hard to remember. I enjoyed that video.

[@melwalker2135]

What a brilliant video. Straight to the point, easy to follow and no waffling on. The only youtube golf video i've watch without skipping any content. Fantastic presenting skills Rick you make things easy to watch and understand.

[@brandonkeshka3591]

Thanks, Rick. I personally discovered your channel a few weeks ago (one of the old golfbidder challenges with Pete...you two have a very entertaining dynamic). Anyway, I have been pouring over your archives and have found your instruction clear and easy to follow. Your videos make me want to play more golf!

[@swm78]

Thank you very much! Your videos show very good detail, helping me get back into golf after about 37 years.

[@bgreen1234]

Your video with the choking up on the wedge and standing closer has changed my game. Shot in 70s twice in a row after using that technique. Thanks for the tips and tricks.

[@Kif1171]

Been only playing Golf for 2 months and have been following rick ever since the beginning of my journey and I must say that this is the most entertaining yet educational channel that is very appealing even for new audiences to really start to get into the game and learn!

[@therealtonelocs]

Recovering from shoulder surgery, these videos and PGA 2K21 are the only things keeping me sane. Thanks Rick.

[@MrJnholmes1]

I've played on and off for years and its frightening how some of the lessons I've had haven't covered these basics in such a way as to get a clear understanding. keep them coming, Rick - great to watch

[@RickShielsPGA]

Thanks John. Glad you enjoyed!

[@georgejung5429]

They just want your money pal, I’ve had 10+ lessons, play off 5, I only watch RS now, I learn more from listening to him than being in person with so called pro golfers that give lessons.

[@stephenfowler9752]

These videos are simply great. I have had lessons from great teachers over the years but I took a few years off and forgot "most" of the details I learned. Rick has reminded me of the important details and made it fun at the same time. I have definitely made faster progress, with less frustration by reviewing Rick's video and then practicing the advice on the range. I have tried to have a practice after each video watched while the information is fresh. Really appreciate the down to earth attitude and fun personality Rich has in the videos.. (BTW "farther" instead of "further" when discussing distance.. hitting the ball "far"ther.. )

[@jimjacobsen4254]

Great tip! I had my best ball striking day today using your tips from this video.

[@laurierabinowitz5643]

Rick, this video has changed my game for the better! My shots are so much straighter. I’ve gained 30-40 yards on my drives & 15-30 yards with my other clubs. Thank you for such clear & detailed instruction! I watch this video before every game.

[@gbbot6895]

I need to thank you Rick! I have been playing golf for about 6 years now! But before this summer I didn’t take it seriously! I started watching you last fall and now I’m addicted. I started at 28 hcp this summer. With no lessons I play at 7 and I have had a pair of rounds playing at 4 over. I literally love you! Keep up the good work! 🤘

[@bobadkins2798]

Been watching rick for 5 yrs. His complete swing videos save my game

[@michaelrider1223]

I’ve been golfing for a almost a year now and I’ve learned absolutely everything I know about golf from Rick! Doing what he says in his videos on the course has taking me from my first game ever of 120 and a year later I constantly hit in the low 90s! Not the best I know but it means the world to me! My friends even get tired of hearing “well Rick says to” lol thanks for all the content and great instructions

[@benlovekin6151]

Agree mate hese helped us all so much!

[@danieldevlin4524]

As long as you’re happy with your improvement, doesn’t matter what your shoot.

[@stevemoore233]

Rick, i'm a 49 year old that has re discovered the game i loved and thanks to yours, Peter's and Matt's channels i'm slowly getting back to where i left off and my son is having great fun learning the game! keep them coming mate, we're off to the range to put this video in to practice!

[@Michael-sf7ig]

You are the most relatable instructor on the internet. I have used your methods to improve my game over the last year from never practicing and then complaining about my scores to now practicing regularly and dropping my score from 100 down to 88. I will be in the low 80's soon thanks to you

[@GolfQuestChannel]

Down to 88 is impressive. Great work.

[@ronniemitchell9221]

So very helpful for a non golfer ... these videos are unbelievable...I am learning and hope to be able to take it to the course eventually...

[@adkinsmatt222]

I think this video helped my swing more than any other I’ve ever seen. Thanks Rick!!

[@MadR0ckCliMa]

Rick you rock man! Since watching your videos I’ve shaved so many strokes off my game. I went from shooting 100+ consistently. To hitting upper 80’s in just 3 weeks... I’ve always had a decent swing. But your tips made me that much more consistent! Thanks again!

[@danielogorman5900]

Thanks Rick for all your tips. Fixed my drive with your videos and my irons are now hurting, using these tips next range day

[@jupiterjoe1335]

Went to the range and did all 3 steps and it worked,,,, I was hitting the ball straighter and longer....And solid....Great tips....thanks, Joe

[@anis2001akmal]

this helps me so much .... now I wonder why my iron was crap!!! hope to get videos of the mistakes of downswing after this Thanks, Rick...

[@Cjs94]

Thanks for just getting straight into the tips with no filler! Great video

[@spangles1972]

I go to pieces with my wedges within 100yds and watching your clip today suggests that I am doing No.3 mistake, collapsing on my swing. I'm going to head to the range to practise and will record my swing to see if this advice helps. Your video's have helped me so much since my return to golf 2 years ago. Gone from a 20 to 15 Handicap in the last year alone. Great tips to take to the range and the course. Thanks Rick.

[@gregmcintosh815]

So well Explained Rick......Cant wait to get to the range. I have the range and ability and hit the shots crip but have no distance and will try these tips to help.

[@johnf1854]

All spot on for most amateurs. Getting that right shoulder under on the downswing to replace the left on the backswing is a must for me. Great tips Rick.

[@nishidaninja4207]

Thanks Rick this is exactly what Ive been working on lately and confirmed my thoughts about what I've been doing wrong

[@silverfox5319]

Excellent straightforward video with the three most important tips.

[@jamesbarr5170]

Quite simply, good stuff explained simply . Well done Mr. Shiels.

[@paulevans3105]

I just started playing this yr at the age of 54. I love your videos. They have helped out a lot

[@gonzalotorresgella1435]

Hi Rick, it is so easy to follow and learn your video, that it is one of the best I’ve ever seen in KZbin. Congrats ! 👍

[@vpensioner]

Just about the clearest explanation of how to get better shots I have come across. No waffle just straight instructions.

[@mikevrolijk515]

Great video! Lost it a bit last week, this will give me a good refresh

[@kevinarnold4250]

You always seem to upload something helpful before I golf with someone new lol. Thanks Rick!! You're awesome!! Love the content and coaching!

[@jasondoyle1277]

There is a fourth one that nearly every golfer does. I have studied this for years looking for that one thing and I found it. Its the feet. Sit in an office chair that swivels, put your feet flat on the floor in front of you and use your legs to slowly make the golf swing motion, back swing turn and swing through. Notice how you feel it in your feet. you are using your legs to push against the ground and turn your body. The golf swing should feel the same. You should feel it in your shoes. Don't use your upper body to turn your hips and shoulders. Use your legs to create a feeling that you're trying to turn the planet with your feet.. I've heard different people talk about using your legs and staying connected to the ground in the past but they never seemed able to explain it properly so I hope this comes across as intended. I'm just an ordinary Joe trying to find a swing again after back surgery and this has transformed me overnight. Using your legs and feet automatically keeps you centered, keeps you on plane and maintains your balance to the follow through. You obviously need to release properly, etc but you'll feel a difference immediately. Rick, I love watching your videos, you're awesome.

[@nellanienaber2218]

So simple and easy to understand Started playing about 2weeks ago and thanks to you i am actually getting somewhere

[@rogertso]

This video is very very good for me. I understand more about true swing via this video. Thanks.

[@agustinbarrientos6041]

Good video. Never realized I had a sway when I hit my irons. Need to also work on creating width. Thanks Rick

[@Al_Creations]

Thank you .. Great video. Im just getting into golf and these tips have been super helpful

[@lancereed6048]

You've helped me so much, thanks Rick!

[@rivals5836]

I started playing for my school and when I started I shot around 16 over but now after all your videos i watch i now shoot around 3-5 over!

[@VlodkoBoychuk]

Congrats! How many times a week do you play golf?

[@rivals5836]

Vlodko Boychuk I play about 3 or 4 rounds a week

[@VlodkoBoychuk]

@@rivals5836 These Golf Channel suggestions definitely help; however, practicing 3-4 full-rounds per week really makes a difference!

[@hectorortiz8055]

Great video Rick. I have been following you for several years now, and these irons swing instructions are really important. Thank you

[@kevinbarclay9948]

Rick Ive been to the range trying The posture set up it works for me thanks 👍. Also ive tryed your palms in grip brilliant. It works.

[@davewanamaker3690]

I learn a lot from your videos. They are most enjoyable.

[@johnmeii27]

I can’t thank you enough for this video and many others that you have posted. I only just started playing golf in the last couple of months and I find your videos the most helpful. Thanks again.

[@pedro.jardino]

Hi Rick. Fantastic videos you provide us, amateurs, to improve our game. Any chance you can do a video on bunker play, soft sand, hard sand, technique and so on? Gratelly appreciated. Cheers

[@BernardJMorgan]

You’ve helped me get into golf, thanks man!

[@davidmatthews4773]

Hi, watched this video when it was released. It was interesting as it described an issue that I was experiencing, in particular 'swaying'. I currently play of 6 and have had a reasonably major spinal surgery. I was putting my poor form of late down to this. This morning, before playing a round I decided to hitting a few balls on the range and videoing it to see what I was doing. Well, to cut a long story short I was swaying a lot and over swinging. I decided to take your advice and concentrated on trying to keep my body central, slow my swing (to stop the over swing) This helped a great deal insomuch as it was the first time that I actually played to my handicap and felt like a single figure handicapper. Thank you for this well needed rethink of my swing.

[@JeremyMarton]

Rick, you and pete got me back in to golfing after 17 years. Your tips have helped me at 20 yards to my carry, and bring my fade in to a more useable shape.

[@DQgolf]

These are all awesome tips! I see most of my students who struggle to break 90 doing at least 2 of these things! Width in the backswing and staying centered are the 2 biggest things I work on with them!

[@imnotmilton8591]

thanks for the videos !! love how it’s all straight to the point and not trying to sell us anything/BS us. just raw tips and pointers. thanks sm !!!

[@phiker5885]

Loved the simplicity and the “to the point” direction. Easy to follow.. less things floating in the brain before I strike the ball.

[@Smiles4Miles]

Rick is definitely the best golf coach on the planet! I'd love to go on a 1 month tour with Rick playing courses around the world while being taught by the best coach in the world!

[@sunisa73]

Yet another great set of tips from Rick.

[@georgietzanakis5636]

You’re the best golf channel out there!

[@ZAYBEATS]

Great video..., I played for the first time yesterday; definitely enjoyed my first experience. 🏌️🙏🏾

[@jamesfernandez6521]

Just picked up golf, and these videos have been more helpful than my first lesson. Haha. New subscriber

[@philmontelongo81]

Love these videos. I always share your videos with my friends.

[@jwmacr]

Great info. I had never considered my shoulder angle when swinging an iron. Just tried it in my living room and immediately felt a difference. Excited to try this out on the range.

[@jjeffrey6945]

Rick hats off. Been loosing distance with my iron was clubbing up still no good results. Made a point of keep myself over the ball eliminating the sway I didn’t realize I had. Now back to hitting an 8 iron a solid 140 yards not bad for a 70 plus year old guy. Kudos Rick keep up the great videos. 👍👍👍

[@toddseymour9473]

Took my 25 y.o. son to the range and then a short nine for the first time. This helped a ton as you demonstrated everything he was doing wrong. Thanks!

[@c.josephbacani3727]

Thank you. The 3rd tip was most helpful as I was never instructed to focus on left shoulder positioning. Or I don’t recall it being stressed.

[@petergibbs6609]

Brilliant video Rick ,the golf swing made simple, thank you

[@golfer4713]

Took these 3 thoughts onto the course today and was level thru the first 12, did have 3 bad swings towards the end but that was probably down to thinking about my score and forgetting these 3 thoughts - brilliant video

[@coachbop2340]

Hey rick, hopefully you read this! I’m 13 years old and just started playing golf. I love it so much! Your coaching vids have helped so much, keep doing what you do and maybe someday I can actually be good at golf!!

[@ElijahW_]

Perfect upload time, just about to go play a round of golf😂

[@santafe4510]

Thanks to you Rick, I’ve gained avg 3-40 meters of every iron! Also, with increased accuracy! My driver is now goin’ 230-40 meters! I am now looking forward to see myself on the course!

[@NateMate87]

Definitely coming back to watch this video before having a game with the boys this weekend. Cheers Shiels!

[@johnherman3261]

Great tips Rick. All really important tips that will help you not come over the top. Stay safe!

[@justonwynia480]

Rick shiels the man. Slowly getting my Game back on an off year this year

[@colinphipps8183]

Brilliant advice, your videos help me out loads as I’m new to the game 🏌️‍♂️ Thankyou 🏌️‍♂️

[@buffalojayful]

it is a very helpful advice for beginner and moderate golfer!

[@randelldanner8588]

Working on these fundamentals lately has helped me get back to playing better. Noticed recently in a video of myself my stance was to upright so my shoulder plane was too flat so I changed my posture. Also I fight a flat take away to the top. So now I take the club back straighter and up instead of "back". Back means swinging around the body which is a horrible concept. It also helps I do not allow my right arm to hinge inward.

[@HenrikSaabyLarsen]

Fantastic @rickshiels 👏🏼👏🏼 Yesterday my frustration in my current grip and swing change evaporated in a true bliss. The key was your tip number 3. And yes you have to FEEL that the left shoulder is going down (very strange) in order for the REAL impact to happen 👍

[@UnLikeU]

This has to be the best video I've ever seen you produce.. 2 comments on 1 video. WOW..... Great job.

[@michaelelliott984]

Rick, this video helped me tremendously! Thank you my friend!!!!! 🏌🏻‍♂️

[@chrisdenton4374]

Great advice. Shoulder tilt was a killer for me. Not anymore. 😉🏌️

[@limarc1985]

Thanks, Rick I didn't realize that I make the first mistake you mentioned. Everything was right every now and then I used to hit the ground before the ball. I didn't dream that I swayed until I saw this video.

[@neilstorey3018]

9 handicap but this refresher video has improved my ball striking. Cheers 👍