Ben Hogan's "Little Known" Golf Tip Takes Your Swing to the Next Level

[@SagutoGolf]

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[@jamesyoung1390]

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[@gregorycarricato3207]

Tom is the best. Clear, easy to grasp teaching style. Started practicing S&T after watching Tom, especially his Hogan series videos. Knocked 14 strokes off my best round. That's the truth. Amazing. Right elbow magic, punch through with your right arm. If you want to consistently hit the ball solid, crispier than than the colonels chicken, and, in the intended direction, please follow Tom.

[@SagutoGolf]

I truly appreciate your very kind endorsement, Gregory!! Your tremendous improvement is a testimony to your embracing the process and pouring yourself into it with dedication and hard work!! Thanks again, and stay crispy my friend!! Tom

[@allboutthemojo]

​@SagutoGolf I got a watermelon for this drill but it changed it's intended target and went straight to my tummy ! 😀

[@gregbibb]

Tom, you’re awesome man. Thank you so much for your videos and tips. You are hands down the best teacher I have personally come across. I can’t express how much I appreciate what I’ve learned from you. Thank you thank you thank you!!

[@SagutoGolf]

My pleasure!! I sincerely appreciate your kind words and support, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!! Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and keep up the great work!! 💪💪 Tom PS: If you've not already joined, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step, position-by-position from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level instruction, and much more. Thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many accomplished, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, and their unsolicited testimonials tell the story quite well: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews. At just $14.99/month or $149.99 per year the value in terms of what you get for that price point is beyond comprehension, and based on proven results it represents by far the best golf instruction deal on the planet.

[@terryscanlon1683]

Great lesson Tom, I have Ben Hogan’s 5 fundamental Lessons in my bedside cabinet and if I wake up and can’t get back to sleep I reach for this wee book and read some part of it. Have done this now for over 50 years!!

[@ParabellumRacing]

what is your index?

[@SagutoGolf]

Thanks Terry - I'm glad you enjoyed it!! The Five Lessons book is indeed a classic, but I think it's also important to understand it within the context of Mr. Hogan's actual swing and his spoken words as well. That's part of the reason for my channel's Hogan Series. Cheers, Tom

[@terryscanlon1683]

@@ParabellumRacing .I am 70 years old and have played of 4 and now 6

[@DocRocket144]

Great lesson! My favorite golf book has always been Ben Hogan's Five Lessons. It helps a lot to have your in depth explanations and demonstrations. Thank you!

[@SagutoGolf]

I appreciate that! Mr. Hogan delivered phenomenal and timeless instructional value, right?! But there are just so many misconceptions about his swing out there - particularly within the realm of misunderstood or misapplied instruction - that have sadly relegated generations of golfers to the vast abyss of chronic frustration. I'm doing my best here to clear these up one by one and put an end to this madness by taking what Mr. Hogan conveys in the “Five Lessons” book as his "feels", applying it to the reality of what he actually did in his swing, and translating it into something we all can learn well from. Because if we can get Hogan right there are tremendously effective swing keys to be garnered. Thanks for your kind words and support! Tom PS: By the way, since my channel's content is connecting well with you, I am confident that you will also benefit from my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”.: go.saguto.golf. If you haven't already worked through it, this is a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the instruction style that has thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many accomplished, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - enjoying the best golf of their lives: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews

[@steveberelo245]

I read a comment talking about separation, the whole premise behind Ben Hogan swing was it connection, if you're going to learn the Ben Hogan swing , you must learn the windup of the backswing, hands pull the arms, arms pull the shoulders, shoulders pull the hips, hips pull the left foot up. This does not create torque, it creates connection. The idea behind the windup, to create the same sequence of events coming down as going back, nothing will repeat under pressure like this type of sequencing. Tigers injuries were a result of changing teachers, and trying to implement a more upright swing, this caused the disconnection, and lower back problems. When executed properly Ben Hogan's swing is a physical pleasure, if you do not use the sequencing properly, or disregard the sequencing, there's a snap hook or a double cross dead right push waiting for you somewhere in that round.Any kind of "play" or disconnection between the hips and shoulders will result in the ball starting right or hips being behind shoulders resulting in a snap hook. Love your videos and instruction,many will advance thier game following your work.

[@SagutoGolf]

Nice assessment, Steve. Connection is definitely taught here, and since this is, after all, a body-friendly swing - separation is most assuredly not taught here!! Thanks for sharing your thoughts and analysis - I'm glad you're enjoying the content!! Tom

[@charlietaylor4978]

Love how you easily explain how to put your drills into practice.Look forward to more great videos from you.

[@SagutoGolf]

Thank you, Charlie - I appreciate your kind words and am glad to know that you are enjoying my lesson videos!! Tom

[@jimlegaux1531]

Anytime Tom Seguto decodes Mr Hogan’s secrets and golf swing it’s must see viewing...

[@SagutoGolf]

Thanks Jim!! By the way, due to their popularity I've combined my recent Hogan lesson videos into a series on this channel. Here's the link: kzbin.info/aero/PLV62KxT7Mp7IyNDRp0hZK1F1OScdXx-u1 Cheers! Tom

[@gregjones2472]

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[@armandde1]

Really excellent explanation of Hogan's Magic Move. I enjoy your passion for teaching while making it fun and easy to understand. This should be a required video for all new golfers while being a refresher for those of us who make unseen changes to our own swing to to pain, injury, or just age. Good job!

[@SagutoGolf]

I appreciate your kind words, Armand, and I am glad to know that this video resonated well with you!! By the way, due to their popularity I've combined my Hogan lesson videos into a playlist series on this channel. Here's the link if you are interested: kzbin.info/aero/PLV62KxT7Mp7IyNDRp0hZK1F1OScdXx-u1 Also, with regard to taking ownership of an effective, consistent, body-friendly swing, have you considered enrolling in the SagutoGolf online school? For just $10 US/month or $99 US/year you'll have unlimited access to a comprehensive members-only system for the full swing, the short game, and much more. The school's intuitive course curriculum greatly simplifies the entire process through succinct, step-by-step videos, and I'm regularly adding new content. This will really put you on the fast track towards learning everything in a well-organized, self-guided fashion. There's even a members' forum where you can ask me specific swing-related questions and suggest new content ideas, plus you'll also have access to all exclusive "Crispier Than KFC Club" KZbin channel members' content. Here's a link if you'd like additional info: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga. Thanks again! Tom

[@danielbryant6395]

Your Ben Hogan tips took me from a 12 to a 9 this past year. I won’t tell you what happened over the winter but that always happens. Ready for it to get warmer and ready to go lowww. Great work, Tom.

[@SagutoGolf]

Nice improvement, Daniel! I'm sure you wont have any trouble recapturing what you have, but if you really want to hit the ground running you may wish to consider joining the SagutoGolf online school. For just $10 US/month or $99 US/year you'll have unlimited access to a comprehensive members-only system for the full swing, the short game, and much more. The school's intuitive course curriculum greatly simplifies the entire process through succinct, step-by-step videos, and I'm regularly adding new content. This will really put you on the fast track towards learning everything in a well-organized, self-guided fashion. There's even a members' forum where you can ask me specific swing-related questions, interact with others in the SagutoGolf community, and suggest new content ideas, plus I've recently added a robust Indoor Training Program loaded with lessons and drills for those who are snowed in, locked down, or otherwise confined to quarters! Here's a link if you'd like additional info: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga. Cheers! Tom

[@kevinmcc6247]

Tom, did this at range today. Wow! I’m 68 and have tried to swing like Hogan forever. But always came up with disappointing push fades and lack of distance. But today at range, finally got sense of Hogan power release. Great lesson.

[@SagutoGolf]

That's great, Kevin - I'm very glad my channel's Hogan Series has resonated with you! Nice job incorporating this into your swing, and thanks so much for sharing!! Tom

[@edwinengelbrecht3377]

Thanks Tom for your easygoing lessons and yesterday I worked on your Ben Logan's take back & what a difference to my game... now for the speed drills. Thanks a ton. 71 year old golfer from South Africa.

[@dougpittman5714]

I realize this is not a new video, but have recently been watching your instructions. For 40 years I have been trying to take the hands and arms out of the swing, especially the right side; I see now how this was a misguided approach. I have been practicing the first move from the top which has improved the "sliding" habit I am accustomed to. Hope you are still doing these video training sessions as I look forward to your helping me with other fine tuning. Thank You and God Bless.

[@SagutoGolf]

Thank you, Doug! It all depends on the individual - some may take the hands/arms out of it and play well. Others may benefit from HITTING. Either way can work for you. Hogan and I share a similar feeling of wanting to HIT. I know others who do it the opposite way as well. God Bless! Tom

[@SagutoGolf]

PS - the real fine tuning of your swing can be done in my online golf school - saguto.golf. You'll understand your swing and how to build it the best way for you.

[@azaminrashidi]

Your explanation on the mechanics are just awesome! Thank you Tom.

[@josephsaber6103]

Another winner. You make the sublime simpler!!! Wish I knew of you when I was younger but then you weren't conceived yet. I'm 77!

[@SagutoGolf]

LOL! Yeah - I probably wouldn't have been of much help to you then, Joseph.... 😆😆😆 Anyway, I'm very glad to know that my instruction content is benefiting you in the present day!! Have fun out there!! Tom

[@denisefirth6141]

Wow. Can’t wait to have a go on the course. Had to practise in the kitchen with a spatula as dented the fridge with my 7 iron.

[@SagutoGolf]

Oops - sorry about the fridge, Denise!!😬 More importantly, I hope your 7 iron is alright.....😆 Have fun out there!! Tom

[@denisefirth6141]

@@SagutoGolf it’s only a small dink. Hopefully husband won’t notice. Love your teaching style and many thanks.

[@SagutoGolf]

LOL!! Usually it's the husband getting in trouble for such antics..... 😎

[@williamproffitt2460]

Chapter 6 downswing is the bee's knees in your online course! Expertly broken down for us amateurs. Thank you Sir

[@SagutoGolf]

Thanks for your very kind shoutout regarding the online school, William - I'm very glad to know that you are benefiting from the curriculum!! Cheers! Tom

[@waltreyer79]

Hey Tom, Best instruction I've come across. I have and read Hogan's five lessons. Your breakdown on this book is solid. I was a 6.2 index a few years ago. I'm recovering for cancer treatment and have myself turned around in my golf swing by watching to many different videos . You said it all when mentioning using the body swing! Within 15 minutes after watching your video I was hitting a 7 iron into my return net on an average of 88 MPH on my radar. (83-91 MPH) The swing felt very solid and controlled . I will be hitting range balls later today . Thanks for your video!

[@SagutoGolf]

I truly appreciate your kind words, Walt! I'm very glad to know that my instruction is benefiting you and hope that it translated well to your range session. Since you mentioned the Five Lessons book, I thought you might be interested in my Hogan lesson video series playlist on this channel. Here's the link: kzbin.info/aero/PLV62KxT7Mp7IyNDRp0hZK1F1OScdXx-u1 I wish you all the best in your continued recovery and I hope you experience much enjoyment on the course for many years to come! Thanks, Tom PS: By the way, if you ever want to get into more depth with regard to the swing method I teach please consider enrolling in the SagutoGolf online school. For just $10 US/month or $99 US/year you'll have unlimited access to a comprehensive members-only system for the full swing, the short game, and much more. The school's intuitive course curriculum greatly simplifies the entire process through succinct, step-by-step videos, and I'm regularly adding new content. This will really put you on the fast track towards learning everything in a well-organized, self-guided fashion! There's even a members' forum where you can ask me specific swing-related questions and suggest new content ideas, and I will soon be adding live Q&A sessions as well. Here's a link if you'd like additional info: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga.

[@trikeguy6426]

I love the feel of the basketball drill. I really feel the explosion of the right arm.

[@artistaprimus7080]

I worship at Hogan shrine. I started taking the club back on the correct plane and the difference was immediate. I hit the ball in the sweet spot every time. You can tell when you hit it anywhere but the center by the vibration in your hands. But, you don't feel any vibration when you hit it in the center. A thing of beauty.

[@SagutoGolf]

That feeling of pure crispy compression is beautiful indeed, @Arista Primus. Keep up the great work!! TS

[@starlifter168]

Thank you Sir, watching it is very helpful, but I really like your explaining the reason why.

[@SagutoGolf]

My pleasure - I'm glad this lesson resonated with you! By the way, here's a link to my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” in case you’re interested in learning about the swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/ Cheers! Tom

[@olesarge1724]

Another superb demonstration and interpretation of the Ben Hogan method. There are hundreds of videos out there trying to emulate what Ben was doing in the golf swing. In my opinion none have come closer than Tom Saguto. He’s nailed it again !!

[@gregorycarricato3207]

No ones swing looks more like Hogan's than Christo Garcia's. He played Hogan in the "Golf Films" "Hogan" on the Golf Channel. But his explanation of Hogan's swing vs. Saguto's? Saguto has nailed it. Great job Tom.

[@olesarge1724]

Gregory Carricato I’ve got Christo’s Cd’s and they are good but for some reason I get Tom’s explanation right away. The comprehension of the lesson is very important.

[@gregorycarricato3207]

@@olesarge1724 Totally agree. Tom is the best. Our ball striking has never been better. Absolutely awesome.

[@SagutoGolf]

@@gregorycarricato3207 & @H Byrd - Stop it guys - you're making me blush!!!...... :))) Thanks!! Tom

[@arkbama6]

Like this! Will be trying this tomorrow baby!

[@SagutoGolf]

Awesome! I'm very glad to know that this Hogan lesson from my channel's archives resonated with you, and I hope it performs well when you put it into practice! Tom

[@jonstoops5850]

Another great tip....unreal power watch the Hogan video closely you will see something he does that I never seen before

[@gamesngainz5693]

You have helped my golf game so much!

[@SagutoGolf]

I'm very glad to know that!! Thanks for sharing and keep up the great work!! Tom

[@qstorm76]

Nice, I’m gonna try this first thing tomorrow.

[@SagutoGolf]

I hope it performs well for you, Phil!!

[@609_]

More speed, crispiness, and consistency. This is exactly why I became a golf and golfette.

[@SagutoGolf]

LOL - I'm not sure you can be both, Jerry!! Although in today's world I'm no quite so certain LOL!!... Tom

[@609_]

@@SagutoGolf I wish you understood how quickly, how few swings I need to take to warm up. My ratio of fat chunk shots is so much lower. You're the real deal Saguto. THANK YOU BROTHER!

[@aspacepigtaipei]

Very likable guy. Good teacher too. I'm surprised you dont have more subscribers. Until last week, hadn't played for 11 years. Took a few of your tips to the range and then course today. Hit 5 of 9 greens and hardly a poor shot on the range. My short game? That's another story.

[@SagutoGolf]

I appreciate your kind words and I'm very glad to learn that my channel's lesson content is helping you get your game back! No worries about the subscriber base - it's growing steadily and with the support of good folks like yourself we'll get there, so please keep spreading the word!! Thanks again! Tom

[@fvrs3411]

This was that eye-opening moment for me. The real “swing” only occurs from hip height to hip height. The upper part of the downswing is only there for putting the club in the right position to extend through the ball. Once I started doing this I instantly played better and more enjoyable golf.

[@SagutoGolf]

Awesome discovery fvrs!

[@samuelmilton742]

Great video!! But a point of clarification is that Ben Hogan was actually left hand dominant but he played right handed. That is why his “3 right hand” comment was so instructive as far as where he felt his power was coming from, not his left dominant side.

[@johnsahhar7599]

So good to know. I am left hand dominant but play golf right handed.

[@markmatthews6839]

Tom, this is one concept I am still working on. I am 6'5 I should be hitting it a mile. But 220- 250 is my average drive. I am taking this tip to the course today, to see if I can generate a little extra power, while still being consistent.

[@SagutoGolf]

Hi Mark, This video may help you, as well as the recent "magic elbow" addition to my Hogan series that you'll find here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n32ciKCHbLCmo6c If you continue to experience challenges with getting more distance we can always arrange for an online lesson or a swing video analysis to pinpoint the power leakage and get you on the path towards Mashed Potatoes with Extra Gravy everytime you tee it up. Here's a link to your options in this regard: app.v1sports.com/Saguto-Golf Cheers! Tom

[@stak3407]

Such a great tip. Best instructor on KZbin bar none

[@SagutoGolf]

Thank you Steve!

[@edwardcadger8949]

Excellent video. Really helped me understand the golf swing and very duplicatable. I can't wait to get to the driving range and put what I have learned into action. THANK YOU! Tom This is definitely a must see Video. For all golfers regardless of your handicap or ability.

[@SagutoGolf]

Hi Edward, I'm glad this Hogan episode resonated well with you and I appreciate your support!! I hope you are able to see instant benefits when you put this into action on the range. By the way, due to their popularity I've combined my Hogan lesson videos into a playlist series on this channel. Here's the link if you are interested: kzbin.info/aero/PLV62KxT7Mp7IyNDRp0hZK1F1OScdXx-u1 Thanks! Tom

[@billy6637]

Your videos really are the best I mean it. I’ve watched what feels like every golf vid on KZbin and yours are the only ones I can apply to my game and make a positive change to my score card. You have the recipe to deliver results to other’s game not to mention crispy KFC.

[@SagutoGolf]

I sincerely appreciate your kind words, Billy, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction is resonating well with you! Have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying and resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise as well as all my short game instruction, plus advanced level courses on shot shaping and power/distance. So many folks across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf - and here's a link to my free mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/ Keep it crispy and have fun out there!! Tom

[@billy6637]

I haven’t ever taken a class before but if I did it would definitely be yours no questions asked. I’ll click the links you provided and check them out. It would be really really cool to actually learn from you in person but I’m pretty sure we are to far away (if you even teach one on one idk). In in Indiana. Thanks for your reply 👊. Keep ‘em crispy!

[@SagutoGolf]

@Billy - I'm glad to know that you are going to check out the links! No worries about not living closer as it would not matter since I have phased out in-person instruction so I can further dedicate my efforts in support of the online school. I will, however, continue the V1 Swing Video Analysis lessons as they are instrumental to the progress of my school's members, and these can be done for anyone from anywhere across the globe, school member or not. This enables me to put my eyes on your swing and offer some very specific observations and corrective action plans if applicable. The process involves downloading the free V1 app and then submitting two videos to me through the app - one down-the-line (captured from your stance line, not the target line) and the other face-on. You'll find more information about the V1 Analysis halfway down this page on the Saguto.Golf site: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolf TS

[@robrigg8045]

Hi Tom - Great video(s). BTW - Ben Hogan was LEFT hand dominant which is why he wished he had 3 right hands at the bottom of the downswing. He switched from LH to RH golfer as a kiddo.

[@SagutoGolf]

I'm glad you are enjoying the episodes, Rob! As for Mr. Hogan's dominant hand, here's an excerpt from a 1987 Golf Magazine interview with Mr. Hogan: GOLF: You were a natural left-hander who took up the game right-handed, weren’t you? HOGAN: No, that’s one of those things that’s always been written, but it’s an absolute myth. The truth is, the first golf club I owned was an old left-handed, wooden-shafted, rib-faced mashie that a fellow gave me, and that’s the club I was weaned on. During the mornings we caddies would bang the ball up and down the practice field until the members arrived and it was time to go to work. So I did all that formative practice left-handed. But I’m a natural right-hander. Cheers! Tom

[@robrigg8045]

@@SagutoGolf Ahh. Thanks for clarification! #themoreyouknow LOL

[@robshields5491]

excellent. easy to understand.

[@ashtonmeyer6288]

Hi, great session Tom. That drill really works and it makes logical sense. Thanks for debunking the rotation of hands myth. I doesn't makes sense anymore. Lower body, dominant arms going thru hit works wonders.

[@SagutoGolf]

Sounds like you're definitely on the right track, Ashton, and thanks for sharing your improvement!! If you've not already joined, have you considered enrolling in the online school and taking your learning - and your game - to the next level? That's where - in addition to detailed lessons and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish - you'll find diagnostic tools for identifying/resolving swing and ball flight issues when they arise, plus advanced level courses, and much more. Thousands of folks across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, and I'm happy to let their unsolicited testimonials tell the story: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews. Keep up the great work!! Tom

[@andrewgudgeonobe2721]

Another great video.

[@SagutoGolf]

Thank you, Andrew - I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you, and I hope it performs well when you put it into practice! Tom

[@ejcarey6679]

I stumbled on to your KZbin videos by accident and all I can say is WOW! I wish I had found all this out 30 years ago as it would have saved my back, which has been fused exactly as Tiger's back by the sane docs in Dallas that did his. The good news is the surgery worked and I am back playing 3 or four times a week. Moreover, with what you have taught me my index is a 7.4 and I'm just getting better. Please keep up the great work as you have a disciple out here vectoring everyone one that will listen to you and your website.

[@SagutoGolf]

@E J Carey, I am overwhelmed by your very kind words and I'm thrilled to learn of your body-friendly improvement through my instruction!! You've obviously done an excellent job digesting my lesson content, incorporating it into your swing, and taking ownership of it!! Thanks so much for your support of this channel and my online school, keep up the great work, and have a Blessed and Happy New Year!! Tom

[@mayur2272]

I’m seeing lots of improvement with the Hogan Swing! I don’t even have to think about the downswing anymore because my weight is already on my left foot at address. The lateral movement is just natural as a result of the setup.

[@SagutoGolf]

That's awesome, @Mayur! Keep the weight forward and keep up the great work!! Tom

[@ericstinnett9182]

Great video, also that produces lag in the downswing. Thanks

[@SagutoGolf]

My pleasure, Eric. You're absolutely correct - get this right and the lag is a foregone conclusion! TS

[@mikev4755]

In his book Five Lessons he says he starts the down swing with his hips he then says he hits with his upper body as hard as he can. The weight shift is so you can pivot on your front leg.

[@SagutoGolf]

Yep - as Mr. Hogan said, as long as he started the downswing correctly with the lower body he wished he had three right hands to hit the ball.

[@wonderwoman1409]

Very valuable lesson on hitting and release. Played so long yet get these so wrong as busy concentrating on loads of other things😂. ⛳️

[@SagutoGolf]

Thanks @Wonder Woman - I'm glad to know that this lesson worked well for you! Yes - the objective is to hit that little orb with authority and SEND IT to the target, and we don't accomplish that through gentle little taps...😎 Have fun out there! TS

[@TimFlaherty]

Awesome insights into Hogan's ideas

[@SagutoGolf]

Thanks Tim - I'm glad you found it to be helpful!! Tom

[@MPerski]

Everyone wants to HIT the ball far ... few can describe HOW to hit the ball. Can't argue with Ben Hogan (What's he know?... he only won 69 professional golf tournaments) 🙄) Great job (again), Tom 👏🏻 "Golf Teacher of the Year" (IMHO) Now, do a video describing the role of the LEFT SHOULDER in the swing. A friend of mine drops his resulting in wild misses. I know there's a right way and a wrong way to move the right shoulder.

[@SagutoGolf]

Thanks again for your kind words, Mike!! My best prescription for you friend is to get him enrolled in the SagutoGolf online school - we'll cure him there!! Cheers! Tom

[@moledog88]

That’s a really great lesson there ,,,great stuff!

[@SagutoGolf]

Thanks - I'm very glad you liked it!! Cheers! Tom

[@markphillips161]

This is the drill with the basket that Harvey Pennicke said about chucking an stick of wood a great drill

[@jakecvma8571]

dont know how long ago but watched the one about tucking the elbows in , that cured alot of my problems with distance and consistancy

[@shawnkathuria2440]

can u send lini

[@shawnkathuria2440]

link

[@MrYoliss]

Another great tip from Hogan and Moe and Bobby j And Saguto are my favorite golfers Thx man for the great tips Keep them comin

[@SagutoGolf]

Thanks, Mr. Y - I'm glad you enjoyed it!! Tom

[@brantbrice2551]

In case the hip doesn't jive with someone, the alternate swing thought instead of thinking left hip forward is rear shoulder down first which amazingly pushes the lead hip forward as well. Either does the same thing and it WORKS!!! Great video.

[@SagutoGolf]

Correct. There is no magic elixir here - no shortcuts, no way for me to climb into someone’s physiological and psychological uniqueness and translate my personal swing feels, thoughts, or triggers into theirs. I can teach folks what the correct motions and prescribed positions are, simplify them, demonstrate their proper execution, and where possible offer various options or ”feels” for accomplishing the same desired result, but by design it must ultimately come down to each individual golfer to interpret, incorporate, ingrain and, basically, “figure it out” if they are truly going to take ownership of THEIR swing!

[@macdaddyblues1]

Tom.. as always, I love your teaching. These positions are important. However, modern tech (3D motion capture) has proven where speed really comes from. All top pros have a distinct advantage over most amateurs and that is speed from the top to left arm parallel is quite a bit faster than an amateur swing (like 6-8 miles an hour of hand speed), which translates into way more speed at the bottom. If you think about it logically, if you wait until toward the bottom of the swing to create power, there just isn't enough time to ramp up that speed to tour levels. You have that speed in your swing and you can see it on video when the club reacts to your quick but smooth transition. People often think that is swinging from the top, actually swinging from the top is early extension or early release. I mean this as an add to, not criticism. Thanks man... your the best.

[@billhill4929]

"To put you in a position to HIT" Always thought it was a body swing which it kinda is but this is next level stuff!!!

[@SagutoGolf]

From the Great One's lips to our ears, Bill!! Glad you enjoyed the video lesson! Cheers! Tom

[@jincyayrattu6606]

Tnx Tom!!

[@SagutoGolf]

Absolutely, Jincy!!

[@ronaldprobst149]

I figured out the secrets to Ben's swing a while ago you are right on with everything except a secret I learned about his grip no one has figured it yet but it allows the bowing of the wrists through impact I hit the ball with a force that isn't really a fade it's a straight ball that releases like a draw but its action is like a fade with a lot of roll after it landsits a solid straight release of the power generated because of the way the club face stays dead straight through impact

[@SagutoGolf]

Sounds like you're keeping that Hogan grip "secret" to yourself, eh Ronald???........😆 Cheers! Tom

[@Golf36]

After the previous Ben/Tom episode, I came to understand the power generated by trail arm. Even though I'm a natural lefty, I found the power! Lefty (Mickelson) also golf's opposite handed. But I heard him talk about the power generated by the trail arm. Having a dominant lead arm doesnt hurt either if I keep it straight.

[@Golf36]

Tom, do you think keeping the trail arm close to body and doing a proper hip turn on backswing, automatically causes the proper sequence toward the target? (Causing butt head of club on string pulled by hip bump?)

[@SagutoGolf]

Hey Tom - For those who already have that lateral hip slide working for them keeping the trail arm connected like Mr. Hogan can put the downswing on autopilot so you can then deliver the club with WRATH. Unfortunately, many golfers don't have that move sufficiently ingrained; as such their hip rotation takes over and brings the club across the ball from the outside regardless of how connected the trail arm is. So if you're among the fortunate ones, then more power to you....quite literally!! Cheers! Tom

[@philkuehl9715]

This one of your best demonstrations.

[@SagutoGolf]

Thanks Phil - I'm glad you enjoyed it! Tom

[@vimalmittal5603]

u r too good and make to the point. thanks.have it come more tips.love to watch your videos.

[@Rhino-ux7yf]

Ben hogan has the greatest swing in history of the world 🏌️‍♂️👊

[@melvintancio6056]

Hi Tom, I absolutely love this drill. I do 3 downswings then 1 full swing on my practice net and I'm feeling the better and more consistent strikes! I can't wait to see how this translates to my game which is currently in the 90's. Hoping to break 90 before the snow comes this year. Thank you :)

[@SagutoGolf]

Hi Melvin - I'm very glad to know that you enjoyed this lesson video, and it sounds like you've done a great job incorporating it into your swing!! As long as you don't live too far north where it's already snowing I would say that your goal of breaking 90 seems very realistic. Just make sure your short game is working well because that's what's ultimately going to get you there (especially if you're flying the greens with your newfound length...)!! Thanks for sharing and keep up the great work!! Tom

[@davidrodriguez2366]

Good stuff Tom

[@SagutoGolf]

Thanks David!

[@tracystrickland6962]

Wow....so helpful!!!!! Thanks!!!!

[@SagutoGolf]

Thanks Tracy - I'm glad you enjoyed this video lesson!! By the way, due to their popularity I've combined my Hogan lesson videos into a playlist series on this channel. Here's the link if you are interested: kzbin.info/aero/PLV62KxT7Mp7IyNDRp0hZK1F1OScdXx-u1 Cheers! Tom

[@noelleblanc4473]

Into the position to hit. Yes Sir, I got it. Can't wait till tomorrow.

[@markjackson4533]

Dude!!! You’re teachings are so fricken helpful…Thank you so much

[@tonykurczycki2893]

Great job of decoding Hogans recommended downswing position prior to impact Tom, Your recommended drills to achieve this certainly complement this and would bring a smile to Hogans face

[@SagutoGolf]

Thanks Tony! I truly appreciate your kind words, and I do hope the master would have takes kindly to my analysis of his gift! Tom

[@sechavez8609]

Can't wait to try this! Thanks Tom!!

[@bjs001001]

Great stuff!

[@carterchiropracticandacupu4235]

Awesome!

[@SagutoGolf]

Thanks! I'm glad you enjoyed this Hogan episode!! Tom

[@douglasgallant4821]

My right hand is the powerful hand. But I golf lefthanded. But anyway I get the point. Lol. These tips really help me.

[@SagutoGolf]

I'm glad you are enjoying my channel's content, Douglas!! Speaking to your situation, it's an interesting scenario but you're definitely not alone! Just ask Phil... Short of saying that you need to train your trail hand to hit - which I realize may be difficult - I would recommend you work on maintaining your connections and allowing the lower body to bring you into impact. This Hogan video may help to give you a visual in this regard: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n5bNg4qeqqdqr5o. Also, even though this impact video lesson focuses on maintaining the angle between your trail arm and the club shaft, it may help you feel impact in a different way that prevents your dominant lead hand from getting out of control: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJaVnIRqacatgJY One of the keys for front side dominant players is to not allow that strong arm - which probably seems to have a mind of its own in anxiously wanting to take over when you're trying to bust one - to jump ahead of the lower body and throw the entire downswing out of sequence, because if it does you're likely taking regular trips to Pull-Slice City. If you can train it instead to trail the lower body to the point where the shaft is parallel to the ground on the way down, then you should be in position to hit hard with your right hand as if it were a tennis backhand shot or throwing a frisbee. Thanks for your comment! Tom

[@NonnyStrikes]

As I go deeper and deeper into the rabbit hole, I'm realizing one MAJOR thing that makes it all easy. USE YOUR RIGHT ARM AND BE FIRM WITH IT. Although. I did try going really loose and using the interior parts of my fingers only. It was very surprising with the distance I'd gain, but sadly the accuracy dips a bit due to the nature of the club being "loose". Anything in the rough, good luck being loose. Never ending thanks to you for showing me Ben Hogan.

[@NonnyStrikes]

The levy action I'm talking about with the looser grip with interiors, has to gradually work the body into it and being stable is beyond important. Too many variables, but it does feel amazing.

[@SagutoGolf]

There is a law of diminishing returns applicable to "looseness", Johnny. I find that I do best when I can keep my forearms feeling "soft" while maintaining a secure attachment to the club with my grip. Thanks! TS

[@NonnyStrikes]

@@SagutoGolf Exactly!! When you keep the lead arm nice and firm you can just pull back that baby and unleash the wrath of god!

[@allamerican3100]

Great tips and video

[@SagutoGolf]

Thanks!! Glad you enjoyed it! TS

[@Steve-nj2gg]

Thanks a lot great help !!!

[@SagutoGolf]

Thanks Steve - I'm glad to know that this lesson video helped you! By the way, due to their popularity I've combined my Hogan lesson videos into a playlist series on this channel. Here's the link if you are interested: kzbin.info/aero/PLV62KxT7Mp7IyNDRp0hZK1F1OScdXx-u1 Tom

[@512COD]

Great Tips!!!

[@SagutoGolf]

Thanks - I'm glad you're enjoying these timeless treasures from Mr. Hogan!! Tom

[@devia1988]

I want a sip of that positivity juice Tom's having please

[@SagutoGolf]

LOL!! I'm just high on crispy KFC and mashed potatoes, Victor.....😎

[@v205]

Since you helped me with these Hogan videos. Let me simplify further. Listen to the sound of hogans swoosh. Smooth acceleration through the hit zone. Don't even hit a ball until you get that sound correct. 😎

[@SagutoGolf]

v205 - There certainly would be a lot fewer golf instructors and no more pace of play issues if all golfers were able to achieve that swoosh before ever hitting a ball!! Cheers! Tom

[@michaels1370]

This is awesome :) Thanks Tom

[@SagutoGolf]

Thanks Michael - I'm glad you enjoyed it!! Tom

[@desano1975]

This is awesome I am so tired of using my left hand to square the club. I shank when I push with right which means the club is out of position probably causing the dreaded shank once I take a few practice swings with left hand wrist only then I can hit decent. I can’t wait to try this and thank you. Through the lower back. Can’t wait and thank you. Top shelf video here

[@SagutoGolf]

desano1975 - I'm very glad you enjoyed this lesson - I hope it worked well for you!! Tom

[@wfrentzel7503]

Tom, I have always heard that a lateral thrust (a big bump) is good for a two-plane golfer to bring the arms down but is not good for the one-plane golfer ( which is what Hogan was). I think if you look carefully at the Hogan video, he is not doing a lateral thrust. Rather the left hip is turning back behind out of the way while the right hip comes forward. Perhaps you can think of the left leg straightening and pushing the left hip out of the way much the same as the right leg straightened and pushed the right hip out of the way in the backswing. There might be a slight bump of the hip forward as the left hip begins turning back out of the way but definitely not a big bump or lateral slide forward.

[@SagutoGolf]

Hmm...Interesting that you see it that way. If you're able to watch my previous Hogan video - kzbin.info/www/bejne/n5bNg4qeqqdqr5o - on a computer and place your mouse pointer on the target-side edge of Mr. Hogan's left hip, I'll think you'll see quite clearly how much lateral hip slide he had in the downswing while maintaining his swing center. So much that his belly button replaced the position of his left hip at impact. The swing method I teach - which is Stack and Tilt - prescribes this lateral hip movement into impact. If the hip slide quits too soon - or is just a "bump" - then their rotation takes over, rerouting the path and shifting the low point behind the ball. Cheers! Tom

[@wfrentzel7503]

Not necessarily so. The hips can work independently of one another. As the left hip moves back left out of the way the right hip moves straight forward to the place the left hip occupied, so the swing is not thrown out over the plane. Also it would seem that the right shoulder going down with the lateral slide would destroy the one plane swing radius. I know Plummer @ Bennett’s Stack & Tilt was the rage a few years ago, ( I have the book) but it wasn’t so good for the games of Mike Weir, Dean Wilson, Aaron Baddeley, Tommy Armour III who have abandoned it, and it ruined them for a time.

[@wfrentzel7503]

Tom, I’m very sorry about the tone of my last comment and I sincerely apologize. Don’t know what got into me. You are the expert and I’m certainly not ! I like your videos, your energy, your style. You are a nice respite in these dreary times. Keep up the good work.

[@SagutoGolf]

@@wfrentzel7503 LOL! No problem - I like your passion!! S&T has worked great for me and for countless others, though, so I assure you I have no plans on abandoning it!! Cheers, Tom

[@gunnarjinx]

To get this more automatic my dear semi-crazy maestro coach .... is better to bend ur knees couple of extra inches that just pop them and lower ur hands as to almost "feel like" toe of the club sticks up a little (it doesn't) .... bending knees more activates the hips to start early and get even more in front then u do ... ... i'm 51 and i kick it out of the park around or over 300 yards with no effort really using this stuff. Dare u to try it ... bend those knees little extra... hands much lower ... few inches .... u will just feel this Ben move comes naturally. Rock On ... luv ya kid ;))))

[@mikedyer1892]

I have never heard that before. I will try anything really struggling to hit my irons. I almost dread par 3 s

[@jjh8038]

Duuuude this lesson was revelatory.

[@SagutoGolf]

JJ H - That's a complex word for my simple mind, but I think it means something good.......................😆😆 Thanks so much - I'm glad you enjoyed the video!! Tom

[@69mjar]

Great video

[@SagutoGolf]

Thanks - I'm glad you enjoyed it, Matthew!! Tom

[@dougguillaume]

The hit, a.k.a. the release is fairly important. Much like the takeaway, timing is everything to the shot.

[@stevencherlake9901]

What about if you are left handed and you swing right handed?? Left arm is dominant and you had a stroke?? 20 years ago tho. Lol that’s me. I shot an 83 today. Had a chance to make 5 birdies but missed them all. I don’t like driving the ball. Any suggestions on driving? I’m a slicer. Great tip. I’ll use that tomorrow for my practice.

[@SagutoGolf]

Well......I'm thinking I probably wouldn't change much aside from working on the putting game!!! By the way, Mr. Hogan was born left-handed and obviously played right-handed. There is hope! Glad you enjoyed the lesson video! Tom

[@ThePoliceftw]

hola la verdad muy bueno video me gusto necesito el siguiente material me retiro les envio besis muchas gracias

[@Duane422]

Unlimited Power of Saguto !

[@SagutoGolf]

Nah - just the Wrath of Hogan, Duane!!... 😆 Cheers! Tom

[@michaelgmaxwell8428]

Just ordered a basket ball from Amazon Cannot wait for it to arrive

[@SagutoGolf]

It's the simple things in life that bring us so much joy....😆

[@jamesdavis5517]

Nice

[@rodneycooper6979]

Hey this Ben hogan stuff has helped a lot but I have a question I have started over drawing badly what should I do to help

[@SagutoGolf]

It's important to know why the ball is behaving a particular way in order to reverse engineer the cause, Rodney. The ball is simply responding to the flight plan assigned to it by the clubface at impact. Clubface relative to target line dictates the ball's starting line and face relative to path determines direction and degree of curvature. For example, if you are hitting big push-draws that are overcurving, then it may be that your path is too shallow and - with the face closed to the path - thereby imparting excessive draw spin on the ball. There are entire sections of my online school dedicated to resolving common swing, contact, and ball flight issues. Have you looked into it? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. Thousands of folks across the globe are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, and I'm happy to let their unsolicited testimonials tell the story: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews. Here's a link if you would like to know more about the school - saguto.golf Tom

[@westender1730]

Hi Tom, Quick question: I played high level baseball and always had problem cutting the ball in golf. Until you supplied drill to hold back wrist angle throughout swing and especially into the ball and keep more weight towards front leg. In baseball, you release the wrist at impact and stay on back leg. Do you see lots of baseball players with same issue ?

[@SagutoGolf]

West Ender - I played baseball in high school and was a solid hitter, and my dad played four years of D-1 ball in college; we both dealt with the same issues that you mention with our golf games. Contrary to popular opinion, the two motions do not compliment each other! I'm glad to know the instruction provided here is helping you to reconcile this conflict!! Tom

[@mcchacho1]

Hey Tom, can you comment on the release of the right wrist and hand? If you were to hit hard with a hammer, you would consciously add power by releasing and hitting through with the power stored in the hand and wrist. Do you feel this in your swing? Not mentioned in the video.

[@SagutoGolf]

Perhaps this video on impact might provide some clarity: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJaVnIRqacatgJY Cheers! TS

[@andyleescott]

Excellent explanation of the good swing. Can I just ask do you use this technique for ALL clubs in the bag including the driver or just the irons??

[@SagutoGolf]

Glad you enjoyed the lesson, Andy! Yes - it’s the same swing with every club; just some minor setup differences and naturally occurring shaft plane changes as we graduate up in club length from short irons to woods. By the way, if you'd really like to own this swing through your entire bag please consider enrolling in the SagutoGolf online school as it is one of the best golf instruction values out there. For just $10 US/month or $99 US/year you'll have unlimited access to a comprehensive members-only learning system for the full swing and much more. The school's intuitive course curriculum greatly simplifies the entire process through succinct, step-by-step videos, and I'm regularly adding new content. Here's a link if you'd like additional info: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga. Cheers! Tom

[@andyleescott]

@@SagutoGolf Hi Tom thanks very much for the reply. I am interested in subscribing to your online golf school. Just one question, Is this the only downswing method you promote and advise? I've had a successful driving range session using this technique and I am now ready to hit the course using it tomorrow. I don't want to subscribe and there are countless downswing tutorials using different methods. I like this way as it is easy to do and feels so natural. Don't want to become bogged down with other tips! Make sense?

[@SagutoGolf]

@@andyleescott There is one technique BUT there are many FEELS to execute that technique. While I teach you the same downswing, there are videos with tons of FEELS to help you get it right. So, yes, ONE method with tons of feels to help you get that ONE downswing right.

[@jackgriggs805]

Hey Tom hope you see this. Shot a 73 this morning just two strokes from my age of 71! You are the best thing that’s happened to my golf game!! Believe him golfers and golfettes it works!

[@SagutoGolf]

That is *PHENOMENAL* , Jack!! What a tremendous accomplishment - I am thrilled for you, and it is all due to your hard work and commitment to the process!! Thanks so much for your kind words and for sharing your success. Keep up the great work, and let's see you shoot your age!!! Tom

[@tomhook9751]

well done.Your be on the seniors tour soon at this rate

[@sunilbhardwaj9170]

Excellent

[@chadgraham2965]

I've been desperately working on this as a left handed golfer with a dominant right hand ugh

[@SagutoGolf]

Hi Chad, This is a members’ forum post by a student in my online school specific to this very issue: “I found a great tip in the Power Distance section. If you are a natural lefty that plays golf right-handed this is a breakthrough! Retract your lead shoulder during the downswing as hard as you retract your right shoulder. You will be amazed the speed you generate! It is also a very natural motion for a lefty. Tom Saguto really knows this swing. Young man is a genius.” It’s all there waiting for you for just $10 US/month or $99 US/year. Here's a link if you'd like more info: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga. Anyway, it's an interesting scenario, but you're definitely not alone! Just ask Phil... Short of saying that you need to train your trail hand to hit - which I realize may be difficult - I would recommend you work on maintaining your connections and allowing the lower body to bring you into impact. This Hogan video may help to give you a visual in this regard: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n5bNg4qeqqdqr5o. Also, even though this impact video lesson focuses on maintaining the angle between your trail arm and the club shaft, it may help you feel impact in a different way that prevents your dominant lead hand from getting out of control: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJaVnIRqacatgJY One of the keys in your situation is to not allow that strong arm - which probably seems to have a mind of its own in anxiously wanting to take over when you're trying to bust one - to jump ahead of the lower body and throw the entire downswing out of sequence, because if it does you're likely taking regular trips to Pull-Slice City. If you can train it instead to trail the lower body to the point where the shaft is parallel to the ground on the way down, then you should be in position to hit hard with the dominant hand as if it were a tennis backhand shot or throwing a frisbee. I hope this helps, and I really hope to see you soon in my online school, where many folks across the globe are now enjoying the best golf of their lives! Cheers! Tom

[@BOOGiNS]

This is how I slice. I have to make sure my hips don't shift too much. That's the problem with too much leg movement for me

[@SagutoGolf]

I understand, KiDD ViDD. Most golfers have the opposite problem, as Mr. Hogan himself demonstrates. My only question with regard to your issue is whether or not you are maintaining your swing center with your aggressive lower body motion? It may be something worth checking with video. If the head and/or shoulders move forward with the hips that will certainly change the path and the low point, and sideways shots will routinely result. Cheers! Tom

[@qd5683]

1:08 - beautiful.

[@1232bluejays]

I'm a lefty golfer but my dominant hand is my right hand

[@SagutoGolf]

Just like Phil! And Mr. Hogan was born left handed. There's hope for you after all, Dave!! 😆 Tom

[@spikefortin4430]

I am a lefty in golf ⛳ BUT I AM A RIGHTY in life so my lead hand is my strong hand. Do you have any tips for someone like me. It seems like I am to strong with my lead hand so I slice alot.

[@SagutoGolf]

Spike - It's an interesting scenario, and short of saying that you need to train your trail hand to hit - which I know would be difficult - I would recommend you work on maintaining your connections and allowing the lower body to bring you into impact. My previous Hogan video may help to give you a visual in this regard: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n5bNg4qeqqdqr5o. Also, even though this other video lesson focuses on maintaining the angle between your trail arm and the club shaft, it may help you feel impact in a different way that prevents your dominant lead hand from getting out of control: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJaVnIRqacatgJY One of the keys in your situation is to not allow that strong arm - which probably seems to have a mind of its own in anxiously wanting to take over - to disconnect too soon, jump ahead of the lower body, and throw the entire downswing out of sequence, because if it does you're likely taking regular trips to Pull-Slice City. I hope this helps you in some way. Cheers! Tom

[@brettdwyer4837]

Hey Tom, Great video as usual. I've got a question as to your hitting net. I was thinking of building one out of PVC pipe for my backyard to teach with. Yours looks to be made out of PVC pipe also. Did you build that or purchase that. If purchased could you give me the name of the company you bought it from. Keep up your great content. Your videos are funny , informative and most importantly produce better ball striking if followed !!! Brett Dwyer from Savannah...

[@SagutoGolf]

Hi Brett, I appreciate the kind words and I'm glad you are enjoying my content!! The net is a DIY job. It is approximately 7’ tall and 8’ wide. We used this video as a starting point - kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6GUYqSpaaplipI - and then made some other minor PVC support structure modifications to suit our needs. We did not use PVC cement as this allows us to easily disassemble it if necessary. The net we used differs from the screening material in the video. (By the way, if using a net like we did you probably won’t need the screw hooks that are mentioned in the video - bungees should suffice.) Also, I have a Real Feel 3x5 Country Club Elite® Golf Mat. You can visit them here - www.RealFeelGolfMats.com. If purchasing be sure to use coupon code "SAGUTOGOLF" (without the quotes and no spaces) at check out to claim your special SagutoGolf discount on the Country Club Elite® series of mats. Tom

[@stuartcohen2757]

Hi Tom. I purchased your chipping and pitching program and really enjoyed it and I’m heading out there today to start practicing. I tried online to purchase your driving program but it’s not allowing me to purchase this series. Can you point me in the right direction. Thanks.

[@SagutoGolf]

Hi Stuart - The Driver course is part of the Golf Swing Simplified online school curriculum, which is available here for $10US/month or $99 US/year: saguto.golf/p/golf-swing-simplified-tom-saguto-pga. I'm glad you are enjoying the chipping/pitching program and I appreciate your support!! Thanks! Tom

[@stuartcohen2757]

SagutoGolf Sounds good. I’m signing up right now. Hope you are having a good season.

[@SagutoGolf]

@@stuartcohen2757 It'd be a great season if I could actually get out and play more LOL!!! But I really am having a blast helping folks around the globe to get more enjoyment out of this great game!! Thanks for signing up for the school! I'm adding more content to it regularly and I really think you're going to enjoy how robust it is becoming! Tom

[@scottistheman321]

Tom please help! I finished your online course and your tips have helped me more than any other instruction. I combine your tips with frame-by-frame head-on and down-the-line replays of every one of my practice swings at GolfTec. However, I have always been, and still am, a functional flipper with a poop-scoop-magoop. Now it's a little bit less pronounced, with maybe a neutral (but not forward-leaning) shaft at impact, but then an aggressive roll. Even when I keep my right arm tucked tight, I still flip/roll a bit at the ball. HOW THE HECK DO I RELEASE THE RIGHT FOREARM WITHOUT RELEASING THE RIGHT WRIST!? I can even do your straight-arm-flying-wedge drill perfectly (which makes me a good chipper/pitcher) but I CANNOT FOR THE LIFE OF ME TRANSLATE IT TO A FULL-POWERED SWING! Thanks.

[@SagutoGolf]

Hi Scott, I hope you are still enrolled in the school as I regularly add new content and in fact just updated the entire Downswing section! This video in the school speaks directly to your described issue: "6.10b **STOP** Learning to HIT the Golf Ball HARD - Straight Arms Drill". Is that the one you are referring to, or was it perhaps this channel video?: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJaVnIRqacatgJY. I routinely recommend both of these to others who are battling the same issue. The FF'ing habit is stubborn and can be a difficult one, especially if you were doing it for quite some time prior to making the swing change. If you're able to achieve a good impact position in the shorter swings, then you need to be patient with *_gradually_* building it into your full swing. There's no other "secret sauce" to it! Additionally, I suggest that you consider purchasing a copy of the Stack and Tilt book by Mike Bennett and Andy Plummer. It will serve you well as a textbook reference guide for the swing and will be highly supportive of what you learn in the online school. It also contains much detail with regard to fixing common faults, and includes numerous descriptions throughout the book by PGA Tour pros pertaining to the various "feels" they experienced as they themselves were learning the swing. Finally, we can always arrange for an online lesson or a swing video analysis if you ever wish for me to have a look and see if we can pinpoint the issue and personalize a plan to overcome it. You can check out your options in this regard here: app.v1sports.com/Saguto-Golf Thanks! Tom

[@curtheyde8123]

Saguto golf is the greatest! He is the Steve Irwin of golf instruction.

[@SagutoGolf]

Thanks Curt!! (I sure hope I don't encounter any stingrays on the course...😬) I'm glad you're enjoying my channel's videos!! Tom