8 Crazy Misconceptions About Golf

[@TheGolfSensei]

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[@paulrevere-e6y]

excellent, informative video, as usual.

[@paulrevere-e6y]

my left heel seems to come up off the ground on my swing and I keep being told that it's not supposed to move, is that correct? I see at the end of this video you touched on the feet should move, does that mean coming off the ground a little bit? I'm not picking it and dropping it back down, the heel just lifts.

[@joeclaman9186]

Really appreciate the information and help to demystify the golf swing … some of the best instruction on KZbin! Working on keeping the club face square in my swing using your lessons. For me, I tend to over draw my irons and fight the push or slice driver… can you suggest any drills or swing thoughts to help?

[@bubgee1]

I’ve just unsubscribed from all other golf teachers’ videos and staying with yours. Professional, not pushy, no product branding. I was losing control over my golf with so many different methods I almost gave up the game. You’ve brought me back. Awesome! Can’t wait until the next video.

[@richardc6932]

I have done something very similar. After watching many instructional videos I came to the same conclusion. Stick with one and go with them, my favourite is the teachings of Brian Sparks, promoting his theory the “Easiest Swing”. Still carried on today by his brother Philip and others on the team. Very different from the old methods of “do what the pros do” and follow the useless positional methods still promoted by many. A student of Brian’s, Julian Mellor (U.K.) is also an excellent instructor of the method. A worthwhile watch especially for beginners and seniors.🇨🇦👍👨‍🦳

[@njosephg]

This is my new favorite golf channel. I just recently started to practice Ed's alignment stick, behind the ball as well as not looking at the ball yet looking/aiming an inch or more in front of the ball for my Wedges\Irons & Hybrids. I can't express how much my contact has improved in just a week. One of the guys in my men's league made a comment this past weekend in our tournament how solid I was striking the ball. I'm now, trying not to watch another golf youtube instructionals just to make sure I don't muddy the waters.....Love the channel guys!

[@TheGolfSensei]

Love to hear it! Keep up the good work practicing and it will pay off big time this year for you!

[@joshuasfeldman]

the concept key here is that the "center" of the golf swing is BEHIND you, not in your middle, or in front, this is *the key* - I hope this video gets the attention it deserves

[@LH-my4th]

A man with tonnes of knowledge and experience, no wishy washy thanks a lot for making things clear 👌

[@euanaird756]

Excellent video. I always worried about my cupped left wrist at the top of my backswing, but I hit the ball pretty straight. Ed's explanation made me realize that for me, the cupped left wrist meant my clubface was square to my swing path, not wildly open requiring a reroute.

[@danf2588]

How refreshing, someone who knows what they’re talking about. I have never heard a good player say, “Oh, you lifted your head”. And when someone says , hit down on the ball they are setting you up for failure. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@jdhtyler]

The best advice you can get in less than 20min, I discovered many of the tips you said by intentionally doing the swing wrong to see what happens. I also learned quite a lot more from what you said. For me 6ft 2in and heavy the "feet together" and a slower 1/2 swing helps me get my swing back as it needs to be; while still out on the course. all the best

[@CamMacMastermusic]

I would love it if you did a video series that describes how to hit each club as if you were telling someone who never held a club before in their life the 3-5 things you should do to make a clean strike. A soup to nuts sort of thing. If that’s even possible. I really love your videos, and I am trying to revamp my swing to match your instruction. Your videos are the best I’ve ever seen and I’ve seen more than a lot. Thank you so much.

[@TheGolfSensei]

That’s a great idea! We will work on that this spring

[@thigson189]

Coach Ed, many years ago when goofing around at a driving range in Atlanta, the individual I was with, being a very good golfer and having competed in numerous father/son competition, made the statement to me, "We hit a nail. We swing a golf club." This comment was, as Patrick says, a light bulb moment for me, and it further illustrates your instruction to, "let the golf ball get in the way." Thank you for the outstanding information and teaching you are sharing with us - I am very grateful and am looking forward to some time on the range and course. A really appreciate the liberty you encourage us to employ in our swings in an effort to figure things out for ourselves. Understanding correct concepts and fundamentals, improvement becomes a matter of time. Thank you, sir!

[@TheGolfSensei]

Thanks for the comment! Happy to hear the videos are helping you out!

[@ericmackenzie123]

Brilliant! I'll have to watch this a few times to take it all in. Thank you.

[@gregdoniger1137]

Hi Ed. I set up the light stick and lo and behold my wrist was way too flat at the top, pointing outside the target line. No wonder I struggle and am inconsistent. Can’t wait for it to warm up so I can hit some balls. Many thanks for the superb instruction.

[@TheGolfSensei]

We’re excited for it to warm up here in Missouri too! We have a lot of outdoor lessons planned when the weather allows for it. Thanks for watching the videos!

[@gregdoniger1137]

Yezzir and thank you!

[@pulau6481]

I like this a lot. Been frustrated with the endless advice out there. Bravo

[@freddywayne]

Coach Ed Schwent has just been added to my list of favorite golf ⛳ teachers on KZbin. Good stuff! 👌🏾

[@CorekBleedingHollow]

I was watching Rory McIlory on the range one time and I understood something about tempo. From wedge to driver, his tempo looked the same. Different swing speeds but same tempo.

[@oldduffergolf]

Thanks for the great videos. I think your channel is in the top 5 for golf instruction. I've started to watch all your videos. Best wishes.

[@edschwent1630]

Thanks I appreciate it!

[@henrygaynor]

Really good explanation on angle of attack- one of my favorite golf instructors on YT for sure

[@JohnnyPirelli-p5q]

Brilliant info , glad I subscribed 👍🏻 16.5 hcp on the way down after 7 years of casual golf , ⛳️ love it !

[@supersoup5509]

Awesome video and way to show in simple terms.

[@zwatwashdc]

Great, great video. This clarified a lot of points for me.

[@SuperSj10]

Regarding confusing advice about keeping head etc still, I saw a drill I hope to use which focuses on keeping the hips level. I think it’s where u put your rear against a wall as u weight transfer. I liked that it focuses on a core part of the body -hips- getting away from all of the other peripheral details that are hard to keep straight.

[@ryang3992]

One of the biggest things I struggle with as an ok player is aiming. Especially off the tee, lately I’ve been asking the people I’m with the check me and I always seem to be pretty far off from where I think I’m aiming. I would love a video from you on setting yourself up with and especially without training aids. I really need a system for when I show up to play a round that is gonna help me square up better than what I’m able to do now.

[@edschwent1630]

I’ll address it. Thanks for asking.

[@edschwent1630]

Thanks for the comment/question I’ll address it in an upcoming video

[@johnnyparker9928]

Good points and great explanations. If i were to pick a misconception it would be "target". I agree the ball is not the target but where it lands is not the target either. For me target is often to the right of pin.

[@deepblueyiu9803]

Thankyou. Learn a lot.

[@fntsmk]

Great tips Ed! Keep the great videos coming! Thanks!

[@petera2133]

Love this teaching. My favourites being keep head still and keep left arm straight. I received advice to keep my left arm straight. Wrecked my game. I have a chest that get in the way of my arm. For me to try to keep it dead staright just about pulled a clavicle out of place. Still searching though.

[@PatBuckleyracecar]

Again, I learned something from you. Thank you!

[@Kerwonderful]

Great video, thank you!

[@vicpnut1]

I recently saw a lesson somewhere explaining how the bowed wrists squares the face…which my driver slice was happy to hear…at the ramge i sliced a few ,remembered the wrist bow ,tried it and sent a rocket straight down the center of the range… next ball i snap hooked into the ground maybe 120 yrds out ,next ball i slammed the mat behind the ball …so for me i generally try to keep wrist more or less neutral up to the ball contact/whip point .. if i am slicing it 50+ yrds i may add a bowed wrist, if it works to get me through a round i keep it ,if not i move on to the old :separate hands a bit and back foot behind a bit with my strongish grip while remembering to whip the head to the ball before my hands get there …..

[@gregcarnall9097]

Another great review sir.

[@mattmartin5747]

I would love if you did a swing video on wedges I have issues with ball postion on full swing shots. My gap wedge (49) and sand wedge (54 and have 56) travel only about three yards apart. I know the bounce on the club can make a difference but three yards seems off. My 49 has a 8 degree bounce and the sand wedges both are 10 degree. Thank you for these videos

[@TheGolfSensei]

That’s definitely a topic we will cover in depth this year! Especially as the weather warms up and lets us practice outside again

[@ylana4444]

Set up to the ball, now close your eyes and swing…. You will hit the ball every time..this proves the theory that staring at the ball is unnecessary ..the ball is not the target. With a good swing, the ball just gets in the way.

[@markpoppe8681]

This is gold. I wish I'd learned this 40 years ago.

[@TheGolfSensei]

What did you find most helpful?

[@atfinthehouse8631]

Great advice and great review

[@josephblankenship6174]

Would you please do a video on where your weight is throughout the golf swing and the best way to achieve it? You are a gifted instructor. Thanks a lot.

[@TheGolfSensei]

Sure that’s a great topic idea!

[@HabibiGolf]

Thank you for this video! I have a question about your flashlight aid. If you're trying to hit a draw, do you still want to go straight back and forth with the light? Seems more for a straight shot.

[@TheGolfSensei]

We explain how to do it with the flashlight drill in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXjClqt4irKgebc

[@billybolton8464]

Thanks for your insight into the golf swing. In recall you studied with Manuel De La Torre back in the day. my question was regarding why he believed the ball position. Was the same for all clubs . Eg in centre for standard shots. I’m aware as the ball moves forward that there is a tendency for shoulders to open promoting slice ( if I understand his teaching ) But modern day golf always advises for the ball to be further up as per video. Is this to do with modern equipment needing high launch angles. Thanks for time , look forward to your tips

[@edschwent1630]

I’ll address it great question

[@MikeL-vu7jo]

Thanks great advise do you have a video on how to get correct shaft forward lean per club ? Thanks .

[@larrytravis570]

misconceptions yes,... gaps in knowledge Yes,... getting too mechanical, yes... info overload, yes,... getting older, yes... I didn't play during the entire pandemic and now coming back, I've missed a beat. I think I've been looking for the "right" way instead of looking for the "right way" for me Thanks for the video it's a great starting point.

[@MarkSmithhhh]

This is great stuff

[@davehill5539]

Interesting- “the top of the spine” is rather vague. A persons head is roughly 10 lbs. (connected to …) whether eyes/nose are moving matters not. The weight needs to stay in a relatively small space until the shoulders via spine bring it forward. The upper spine connects the head via the traps. Tight traps will jerk the head back and forth causing all kinds of corrections. Loosen up 😊

[@junelim1375]

Do i keep my arms loose and soft during the swing?or where do you get the power for the swing?

[@brianfrith126]

Thanks for this knowledge: Ido have a few things I would like to know : should I try to hit the ball on the inside to out for a draw swing : the grip I swing the best when I have my left thumb down the middle of the. Club or should I have it to the side also a short thumb or a long thumb does it make a difference.What do you think of the stack and tilt swing.Iknow this is a lot to answer

[@TheGolfSensei]

These are great questions, we will try to answer them in one of our next Q&A videos!

[@Mbsmoothe]

Keeping your lead heel down! I think that’s one of those that can be caused by some kind of flaw, but isn’t one itself

[@PeterLarsenJr]

I’m going to an in person golf coach and thinking about quitting that and just following you on KZbin

[@vb1942]

You talked about the wedge, can you cover what one needs to do produce an attack angle of -6 or more?

[@TheGolfSensei]

We will do some full videos on wedges this spring when the weather outside is a bit warmer! One thing that helps is to put a tee in front of the ball a few inches and be sure to clip the tee. We cover this drill in the most recent video lesson with Patrick

[@edschwent1630]

I will with a future video

[@oldduffergolf]

I have a question. Where do you suggest looking when putting? My biggest fault is to many thoughts at setup. I just say one thousand one or roll roll to clear my thoughts. I have tried practicing "quiet eye". I'm not sure I stare at the ball, but I definitely don't follow the ball right away. My thought is that I have better centeredness of contact staying more focused on the back of the ball. I'm right eye dominant. Note: I did just try looking in front of the ball and made 5 out of 6 from 10 feet...wow. (flat putts - great contact) You have my attention for sure. I just tried 10 putts from 5 to 50 feet looking in front of the ball. I made 4, my path was better and my face angle at impact was better...speed was better. All were within a 3 feet of the hole.

[@edschwent1630]

I agree when you’re putting my best instructor that I learned from was Jerry Tucker. He believed that you should look in front of the ball when you putt and I agree.

[@oldduffergolf]

​@@edschwent1630Thank you

[@oldduffergolf]

​@@edschwent1630 If you have any suggestions on extension and flexion in putting it would be appreciated. I believe I straighted my extension issue (adding loft) by adjusting my grip slightly. I put my lead hand in a stronger position with my hand pad more on top of the putter grip. Both thumbs down the grip.

[@rybolia]

The weird thing for me is that I just started to hit the ball better than I ever have by keeping my eye on the ball. I'm guessing that in turn kept my upper spine and sternum over the ball more but for me keeping my eye on the ball has helped

[@sjmckee1609]

You are right. Watch contact between the ball and the club, witch of course is too fast. Always one of my swing thoughts.

[@briankoenig8923]

Can you make a video about pre-round stretches, please?

[@TheGolfSensei]

That’s a great video idea, we might do some general fitness for golf content in the future

[@paulh7589]

When you were a kid and pounded your first nail into a piece of wood you probably were not very good at it. In a short amount of time you got much better at it. You weren't analyzing your hammer swing, you just did it and got better without even thinking about it. Pounding a nail is a simple motion that can be broken down into dozens of complex body movements. Forget about all the complex body movements and just pound the nail. The golf club is your hammer, the ball is the nail....just hit it, the more you do it the better you will get. It's that simple.

[@MarkSmithhhh]

Whoa thats crazy, the amoint of lean and still have 60 degrees of loft on the lob wedge...

[@paulpanamarenko]

Does the toe of the club sit off the ground at address, or is that a misconception?

[@TheGolfSensei]

It should be soled flat against the ground for most clubs, sometimes drivers can look slightly toe up depending on how it's built

[@ropa3905]

With Driver.

[@HolyGrailOfGolf]

I'm sorry but I disagree that the target IS THE BALL. We're striking the ball with the club and the club sends the ball in the desired direction. Where 99% of golfers go wrong is because they're trying to swing toward the target or the desired direction of the ball flight and the club simply doesn't work properly if you do that and this misconception is the reason people think golf is hard. The golf club isn't a baseball bat, it's a very unique tool that is perfectly and almost magically designed to send a ball much, much farther and straighter than anything else man has invented.

[@gdo3510]

You’ll never send the ball as far as you’re capable of if you try and hit the ball. You need to hit through the ball.

[@HolyGrailOfGolf]

@@gdo3510 Great idea but how does one actually hit "through the ball?" I mean really. Please define exactly the action and motion that is "through the ball."

[@gdo3510]

@@HolyGrailOfGolfmy best advice is not aim for the ball so much as to swing through it. If you have good swing fundamentals, the ball will basically just get in the way.

[@gdo3510]

This takes practice obviously. But once you start to trust your swing it becomes easier.

[@HolyGrailOfGolf]

@@gdo3510 My point is that no one know how to "swing through the ball." It's a silly idea. BTW, when we address the the ball which way are we facing - the ball. When you swing, which way are you looking - at the ball. Clearly the ball IS the target and if we know how to use the golf club properly the ball goes where we want it to. Swinging toward the target, or the desired direction of ball flight is a recipe for disaster.

[@fastfingers110]

i fell like ive had 5 shots of whisky

[@kepler240]

I have.....just to get through this video.

[@johndow8725]

Doesn’t sound like “myths” so much as beginner advice vs intermediate advice. You don’t jump into science with quantum physics. You start when some foundations and expand on it. And most the advice isn’t really correlated to the myth. I know what he’s saying, but a newbie probably wouldn’t.

[@geoffcohen613]

What about rolling the wrists through impact. That is a myth.

[@gregorybolin4672]

Whats crazy is retief goossen doesnt move his head.

[@gregdoniger1137]

BTW, it costs $48 now. That’s inflation for you. Cheers!!

[@-_--_-4829]

Yes it does. It looks like inflation got us. 😅

[@charliesmithers7663]

Supply & demand .. looks like Ed has created a run

[@TheGolfSensei]

Haha we should have bought stock in maglite before making the video 😂

[@gregdoniger1137]

lol 😂

[@jhrace2]

@@charliesmithers7663The Amazon suggested items with that Maglite are PVC pipe and electrical tape, no joke!

[@hobbyhoundsmt5525]

Pick your head up and take your eye off the ball, now hit it.

[@johnbuethe3277]

When I saw the misconception part I was excited about watching! I was disappointed... but I'm disappointed about pretty much golf instruction! You all work in bits and pieces... that doesn't work!

[@LiveFree765]

In every game with ball striking the most fundamental principle is keep your eye on the ball. Anytime I take my eye off I hit a bad shot, sometimes a whiff. You are simply wrong.

[@ArtJorgensen]

I couldn't agree more! For most amateur golfers, the ability to hit the center of the ball with the center of the club is absolutely vital for good shots. It may be that professionals are such good athletes they can hit the exact center of the ball without looking at it--I don't know about that. But amateurs need to really focus on a center hit.

[@jkshelt]

No. You are forgetting the part where a golf ball doesn’t move. In other sports the object is moving, that’s why it’s a common practice

[@LiveFree765]

@@jkshelt Dosen’t matter, it still requires eye-hand coordination. So what you’re saying is you can close your eyes, swing and still make solid contact with the ball. 🙄

[@thigson189]

@jaredshelton9675 ironically, what you describe about hitting the ball with your eyes closed is accurate and true. As pointed out in a previous comment above, the ball is not in motion, therefore, the task is not to, 'hit the ball' but to correctly, 'swing the club,' in a [correct] path. That path has in it a stationary ball that gets squarely impacted as a result (of that correct swing path). As a very good golfer once told me, "With a hammer, we hit a nail. In golf, we swing a club." It seems there is a misunderstanding of the differences of the fundamentals of different sports - those with balls in motion vs golf. If the address is correct, eyes then closed, swing properly executed, stationary ball will be cleanly struck. The focus of golf is the swing, not the ball. Playing the game, is yet again, a completely different focus of, "the game of Golf." Perhaps thinking of the golf swing from a different perspective than say football, baseball or cricket, would prove beneficial. Best wishes with the game going forward.

[@donaldduprey4770]

Look guys what these instructors always fail too tell you is muscle memory. Tiger started when he was in diapers his son started very young. Most tour players start young. So my point is stay within yourself and play your best game

[@simonkarvell9213]

Muscle don't have cells to remember anything. They're just fiber

[@timnew7662]

That voice had me yawning 30 secs into the video. Couldn't watch any farther.