How To Add More Distance Now To Your Disc Golf Drive | Discraft Level Up

[@EzraAderholdDG]

Nukes BABYYY!!!

[@EzraAderholdDG]

65 mph 😬, I'll have to work on that 😂

[@jessewilliams43]

You still threw one of the furthest drives at that speed haha

[@EzraAderholdDG]

@@jessewilliams43 the speed gun is a bit flukey, sometimes doesn't pick up the throw etc. I gotta assume it just picked up my arm or something. My other throws that it picked up were mid-upper 70's 🤷

[@jessewilliams43]

@@EzraAderholdDG yeah I saw that when I watched thru. I just picked that one cuz I liked the shape/landing. It was a lot of crushes! 💪🏼

[@xenowings81]

@@EzraAderholdDG I wanna see you throw a corvette just for funzies

[@brentkelly9864]

This is the type of content you really want from elite pros! Diverse and thoughtful, with an emphasis on biomechanics. "Here's what works for me, and why." not "here's the only correct way. do it our you're wrong." So great! Thanks Brian and Discraft!

[@DryBonesOutdoors]

Yeah I completely agree! I've found that when I've tried some of those methods my game got worse, but when I went back to a grip that was more comfortable my shots improved.

[@ez4me14]

As someone trying to learn to throw farther I'd like to submit a couple of things that made me finally start thinking about your points correctly, a lot of the distance tutorial videos online go over the same information but not many describe how it feels to actually twist your torso fast enough to sling farther. I like to warm up thinking of my arm as the towel- so what do you need to do with your torso to whip your arm out like its a towel? with no effort from your arm- all torso. Once I get that feeling, I add the throw. I first felt this after thinking about it this way, I didn't even have time to think about doing anything with my arm- the disc just flailed out naturally and it was my farthest effortless drive at the time, where before I was arming/pulling mainly. I think describing the feel of how fast you actually need to twist your torso is not underlined enough by pro tutorials. Another thing that got me an easy extra 50 feet was just the thumb placement on the rim- after watching Wysocki. The more you put your thumb toward the edge, the better hinge action you have, whereas before I had my thumb pointed more toward the center of the plate- i find much more rotation and snap out of the hand when placing my thumb over the rim edge. So the above mentioned helped me go from a 300 ft throw max to a 400 ft throw max with more consistency and I've yet to find anyone online describing it quite correctly.

[@ryry562000]

Try the 2 finger like Aaron, I get more distance with 2 fingers and I've been throwing that way since the late 90s when I started

[@ez4me14]

@@ryry562000 I will try, I can see that adding freedom of movement for the hinge release to add more rotation , thanks

[@ryry562000]

@@ez4me14 it may take a bit getting used to but i got a lot more speed and spin. I started in 96, and when the Eagle came out i could throw them 450-500, but a golf shot easly 400-425.

[@brettluithly8271]

Aaron’s tip to start the rotation with the front knee really helped me with engaging the lower body properly.

[@mh43]

The way he describes and shows it doesn't seem to match his actual throw

[@Sobo272]

@@mh43 Might be part of the "real vs feel" discussion I've heard a few coaches bring up. I've noticed a lot of pros that I've watched do clinics, don't really seem to do the things they teach. However they can still be helpful thoughts to make your form do what it needs.

[@crunchy_dg1191]

Also let's be clear, Corey is a freak when it comes to standstill distance. Watching it in person is unbelievable.

[@Termos.]

Long standstills are crazy. Theres a video out in youtube where Seppo Paju and Kristian Kuoksa tries to park 508ft hole with 1step / standstill. Paju parks it and Kuoksa is pretty close allso.

[@lucashagen4383]

I love this call back to Marty Peters’ video from the 2000s. This is awesome!!

[@glenrussell6562]

Amazing throwback to the old distance video--well done Discraft!

[@glenrussell6562]

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[@jessewilliams43]

Was hoping people would recognize that reference! 👍🏼

[@thegrindadiscgolfpodcast1874]

This is fantastic! Brian, you are such a wonderful teacher. Looking forward to having you back on the podcast sometime soon!

[@OjaiBonsai]

Aaron wearing a Paul hat is classic. Great stuff guys thanks

[@NutrigrainHulk]

Dude I cannot tell you how much your x-step and forehand vids have helped me. I got so pumped when I saw this thumbnail lol. Really rules to finally get some great instruction from a lefty!!

[@discraftdiscgolf]

Happy to help!

[@camerakid76]

Lefties unite!!

[@jessewilliams43]

This is so good to hear!

[@detectablethickness]

I started throwing with a 2-finger power grip last year and felt like it really helped my snap on my backhand. I thought I was crazy, but I appreciate AG providing a sense of validation!

[@kyleweir689]

When you say snap, what do you mean?

[@detectablethickness]

@@kyleweir689 Essentially it feels like the “fulcrum” of where the disc is resting in my hand is more concentrated to the area between the thumb and forefinger. Holding the disc with all 4 fingers it feels like that fulcrum area is more spread out along the palm of my hand and it’s not as easy to transfer the power I’m generating into the disc in a concentrated way. I still use a full-hand fan grip for control shots and whatnot bc I’m not trying to transfer as much power on those shots.

[@detectablethickness]

@@kyleweir689 I understand “snap” often refers to wrist mechanics, maybe “pop” would have been a better term in my original comment.

[@kyleweir689]

@@detectablethickness no, you’re properly using snap. That’s exactly what snap means. I was just trying to understand if you meant the right definition of snap or not. I have tried a 3 finger, not 2 finger. I hadn’t seen Aaron’s part of the video when I read your comment, too.

[@jeremygiroir919]

I also switched to a 2-finger grip this year and I felt the same. More snap inmy drive, and more accuracy too.

[@id0stuff]

Really loving these and how misconceptions such as "the pull" are a thing of the past. Maybe do a video of drills associated with the brace and how to avoid falling forward. Tips of engaging the rotation in the rear leg. I think that's one of the major things for ams.

[@Flakzor123]

Look at Ezra @ 1:07. The backleg rotation is a byproduct of him turning the knee in (a.k.a. dropping the knee) which help send his bodyweight downward behind his brace and also lines the glute+hamstring up properly. A key feature most ams miss is keeping the left leg slightly cocked/loaded, most ams who struggle with bracing and falling forward have the femur lined up exactly the same direction as the torso (because they overextend the left leg/hip by "traveling" forward into a stance too wide for them) which means the hip is in full extension already with no range of motion available. There are 2 main drawbacks of that: 1) can't "drop" the knee by turning it in because the axis its lined up on goes straight through the knee already without any offset and 2) mobility restriction leads to the leg being borderline useless as a counterweight to posture up and resist the forces as you brace. Look at Ezra though, he has about 30-40 degrees range of motion to spare in his left hip so his entire left leg is available for posturecontrol and so much more.

[@_TDG]

@@Flakzor123 Very clear explanation of an often overlooked mechanic it the throw. Spot on as always, Henrik!

[@nicholasmeadors3708]

Didn't know that Aaron uses a two finger grip for distance shots. I switched to this grip recently and it made a huge difference in my comfort and the amount of spin I'm getting. You really don't hear many people even mention it as a viable option, so it's refreshing to see. Grip makes a huge difference!

[@Mirkwood_11]

This is one the of best videos I have watched to help my game. These tips instantly added 50' to my drive. Can't wait to see how much more I can get out of it as I improve more. Thank you for making this video!

[@billyaaron4872]

This is an outstanding video. The instruction is well put together and we'll explained. I've been playing for a long time and lost lots of distance and consistency. Didn't realize the bad footwork habits I had gotten into. Excellent video for shining a light on the difference between what's correct and incorrect for the X-step

[@pbtoutant]

Great lesson, thank you all. The tricky part for me is the “turn into the hit point” moment Brian speaks to at 2:39. I’m struggling with that back knee drop, and whether to keep my brace leg more straight (like Paige) or keep a bend at the knee (like Paul). Thanks again!!

[@Radiator4]

I’m sure you’ve made progress since this comment lol but figured I’d leave a reply. I like to think more about the momentum of my knee going forward into my other knee. This naturally “drops” the knee and will give you that weight transfer. The front leg will naturally do what it wants to do. Just don’t let yourself fall over the plant foot and you’ll be good!

[@sruhkamp]

Thanks. That’s one of the best explanations I’ve heard. Rotate, not pull.

[@JasonLeslie-rb5uf]

Great video. Im a forehand player trying to learn backhand. Easy to understand. Thanks.

[@alwayswannarun]

I learned to pull along a line and have always felt like I lack snap or the snap I did get came late. Looking forward to trying this!

[@happycampers6592]

As a relatively new player, "reach back", "power pocket", and "pulling" have muddied the waters and caused a good deal of confusion.

[@HmmPeter]

Bring this back this series!!

[@Blonkinman]

Sick vid fam. Just what the DG comm needed! LETS GROW!

[@robkitchen5344]

I started adding " speed " to my game but haven't seen any distance ..I've shortened my focus and my time setting up between throws but mostly to compensate for indecisive choices on which disc I should use. . I will continue to use speed since it's recommended but I had better results with just using coffee and occasional energy drinks... I have noticed decrease in body mass though which is rather good because I took up disc golf as a means to get in better shape so I'll have to stay with the speed tip u for the next few months and see if it works out for me and I'll let you know what happens

[@xsuperdopeyx]

Hey dude, a few things I’ve changed in my “pre-swing” thoughts that have helped add consistency and distance is instead of thinking fast, imagine your arm as like a whip. Turning your body and relaxing your shoulder and elbow and letting your arm whip through. Similar to like a boxer will relax their hand before a punch to add speed. If that makes sense? It will change your release point though. I recommend trying some field work and throwing a few discs thinking fast, then a few thinking loose and whippy and see if that has any positive effects for you. Either way congrats on your weight loss journey so far!

[@dtxfaded]

Lol, go back to coffee

[@oftankoftan]

@@xsuperdopeyx dude, whoooosh

[@slowbro1337]

Homie with sunglasses has such a unique accent. Never heard anything like it. His tip also helped me the most

[@eliwirth1938]

Speech impediment

[@elim655]

Thanks for the video! Would love a video showing from standstill what part of the body I need start with. I haven’t been able to find a video describing the proper form and breaking it down in consecutive steps from beginning to end.For example: 1. The pull starts from the right knee, 2. Then the hips turn 3. Then the shoulders turn 4. Then pulling with the arm to catch up with the shoulder creating a snap. Perhaps one of these guys can breakdown their form in full step by step? Also does the speed of their arm generate 70mph throws, or does proper technique or is it both? If you can get the measurement of their arm speed as opposed to the disc that would be awesome! 👌

[@ericgreen2204]

How many grams is best for distance? No one ever mentions the weight of the discs they throw.

[@coach_chris_taylor]

Brian, if you would like to discuss the biomechanics of the pull vs spin, please reach out.

[@genehunt598]

Ezra knew that throw was tasty 7:42 so smooth with it

[@camerakid76]

Andrew’s tip was actually pretty clutch. It really gives me the idea of how to start the hip rotation and what it should feel like. I do all the classic things; pull the disc, and I’m sure my timing isn’t near where it needs to be. Thanks for a great video! I hope to increase my speed enough to huck a Nuke one day.

[@onni3027]

Aaron*, but I agree. Just tried it out without a disc at home and I could feel the rotation better than ever.

[@justsomedood67]

Thanks guys, great video. Liked how all the guys showed their grip and gave a distance tip, all of which are valuable.

[@genehunt598]

Corey Ellis great advice on using your hips!

[@DG-BB]

These vids are great learning tools. Thank you Brian and Team Discraft for your time.

[@philsal88]

I love how everyone has a lil bit different approach…good video

[@jaminschmitt]

Forehand/side arm rollers. I’d love to know what pros do to set up that shot. What angle to hit the ground. Best disc choices. Etc.

[@rageoid]

Quite good. Appreciate bite sized concepts. Trying to re-do my backhand and will start with Corey's !

[@discjunkiesDGT]

Good stuff, great cleat pointers, thank you!!!

[@nicholasnoah6529]

good tip corey. ill get some standstill field work in.

[@discgolfwes]

Great stuff Brian

[@brentkelly9864]

Bearhart, it would be fascinating to see an overlay of each throwers hand outlined! with knuckles marked off an everything. I've always wondered what makes a grip feel right for some and a different for others. I feel like hand size probably is a key factor. I have bigger hands and while I cant throw a Nuke much further than 300, it just feels better in my hand than a "slower" disc. I also wonder if Aaron's 2 finger grip has something to do with learning to throw at elevation, as I'd expect a shorter rim grip to provide a snappier fulcrum for more spin, which seems to help. Lots of Colorado bombers I've met seem to use 2 or 3 finger power grips - some even only 1.

[@DiscGolf394]

This is a awesome video thanks. Could you possibly do a video about forehand and backhand rollers?

[@jeremypriest4062]

Great vid. Great group of ambassadors for our sport.

[@echoli2859]

Wow, this is great video! Thank you ! Next one, can we do some tips for up shots and putting using the same formats? Look forward! 🎉❤

[@smitty022x]

was there any noteworthy wind conditions during these throws? any headwind at all?

[@Bradecker]

Okay, I feel completely called out, but I love it! These two problems addressed in the video are my biggest issues! My steps are massive, and I definitely fall forward when I throw. I've been working on them, but it's hard to get the motion figured out. The small steps part especially.

[@crunchy_dg1191]

Brian you might as well have tagged me on 3:38 of an example of what not to do 🤣 Great video!

[@zackp6794]

This is great. Keep these coming! Brian is fantastic.

[@martinklasson1981]

Cool. So different ways of throwing - when seen frame by frame. So this is also what makes "How do I improve my form" so very tough. "ALL PROS DOES LIKE THIS"-videos is NOT true. All bodies are also shaped different, long arms, long legs - or whatever. But loving this compilation from Discgolf. Sorry McBeth could not join in though.. Great video never the less!

[@vandalayenterprises1167]

The shot tracer showed almost every shot following an anheiser path. Why did everyone through anny on this hole or is that because they are doing that to get max distance?

[@russellbingham1526]

Ben mentions the Anhyzer backhand is one of preferred angles to get max distance. They all throw that angle for sure. But these guys seem to throw so hard they can get stable nukes to turn into an “S” shape flight with very little, if any, anhyzer angle.

[@Handsx]

I would love if we could get a dedicated video to the foot pivot. My biggest struggle, and most of the people I play with is being able to pivot the planting foot. Shoe choice to help with perfect grip on different mediums would be a huge bonus too. I used to wear trail shoes but found the extra grip making it even harder to pivot, so switched to a more flat style walking/skateboard shoe. Great video here, would love if you expanded upon it by showing toe pivots, heel pivots, shoe choices, and in general tips for knee/hip joint safety with pivoting. There is a ton of force applied to the planting foot when throwing bombers and I don't think enough people know the potential harm in practicing with poor form if they aren't releasing that tension with proper pivoting. Long term playing > short term distance gains.

[@bsmigs3]

When I started I was not pivoting correctly but was obsessed with distance. Right when I started pushing 500' I got a partial tear in my hip labral and ever since I'm stuck at 420' :(.

[@Handsx]

@@bsmigs3 oof sorry to hear that. I also injured myself for lack of pivot action (shoes too grippy) and would put all that torque on my hip and knee. Ended up messing up my IT band, which effed up my knee cap and now everything clicks and pops. Only can throw MAYBE once a week and feel the pain around hole 13. Messed up my hiking, running, biking...all bi-pedal activities basically cut by 90%. I regularly have to foam roller and stretch the right leg or else it just plain hurts. Now, I was throwing 2-300 times in a session about 3-4 days a week, without stretching and with being an office worker when it happened. Not as young as I think I am and treated throwing like I was back in highschool having fun. There definitely is not enough talk about the related injuries or prevention of them in this "sport." I was better off not learning to xstep and throw properly lol probably wouldn't have hurt myself trying to obtain more distance.

[@dogtoranti7453]

Awesome video, hope it helps me get the distance i desire. I've completely stopped playing in tournaments and leagues because i just don't stand a chance anymore. Most people got the 400+ hyzer and i'm lucky to hit 350. I would just like to compete again and not feel embarrassed.

[@subspaceanomaly]

you could adjust your emotions rather than your disc golf, no need to be embarrassed, it's only a game, I've found reminding myself to have fun and not take it seriously has improved my game and I win more and have more fun.

[@dogtoranti7453]

@@subspaceanomaly my emotions are fine, i just can't throw far enough to ever even have a chance of winning anything. So i'm just casual until then.

[@subspaceanomaly]

@@dogtoranti7453 casual disc golf is more fun anyway

[@hausofstein1295]

Thank you Brian. Can’t get enough of you’re explanations and videos. Keep ‘em coming

[@staycalm.]

This is really helpfull content thank you i do however wonder why anyone uses the steps at all when you can just switch disks and not risk injury

[@yojerry9635]

This video actually really helped me

[@blister16exist]

would love to know where their pressure point is for their grip for max distance.. I started using Drew Gibson's modified grip (1 finger power grip, rest fanned out) and didnt notice any difference in distance between my normal power grip. if anything I'm throwing farther now with his grip than I can with the normal power grip

[@jlb122587]

Great job by Team Discraft contributing different thoughts and insights into what they see when showing others. Brian is a great presenter and very knowledgeable. I would like to see a video on proper disc selection for different shots and overall strategy being talked about. I look forward to future content guys!

[@scottieagrayable]

Seems to be some subtle changes over the last few years in form. Timing is where I had and have my greatest issues. These videos are easy to follow, a lot like the sling shot series, some of the same terms and methods. Lets me know I am on the right track. Just trying to compete with my 5 boys, lol.

[@martinklasson1981]

I guess I am having the most envy for Corey Ellis. I am curious about the difference in distance with his stand still versus the x-step? Someone who has insight? I like playing with less strain on the body, but still using x-step. Small changes are probably tough to do. It does not feel so natural to tuck in the left hand/arm close to the body - as these all pros does for power distance. But that seems to be a must do be able to throw those extra in distance. I am also curious about at what length they add this "tucking in the arm", and when not to. Must be some distances in where they are still throwing far, but maybe yields extra precision by not putting the arm/hand for that extra help with rotation?

[@discjunkiesDGT]

Yo, these guys were crushing 550-600!!! so sick!!

[@awwitsHurts]

I think it's healthy. It's sickening crushing only 300 feet

[@roflbuzzy]

A+ Content. Love these tips! Also, love to see Brian commentating at worlds. Your insights about Pauls Mentality the very slight changes to form players were making and the little stories you were picking up made it an amazing shpw to watch. Your passion shines through!

[@tylerhanlon196]

Aaron with the Paul McBeth hat. Little did he know ...

[@catdaddyfatstacks7665]

What happened?

[@AndyNotSoSmart]

Awesome video. Cool hat Aaron. You da man.

[@kurtturner5120]

what's a good disc weight for distance

[@samaug406]

Sooooooo appreciated Brian, thank you. Thanks Ben, Ezra, Aaron and Corey!

[@ryan.b.barlow]

I was hoping to get forehand distance tips from Aaron.

[@davidleonhardt7113]

love how gossage is rocking the paul mcbeth hat

[@andrewg9614]

Could keeping my elbow in too much cause a nose up angle?

[@tonyinorio3702]

Will you do a video on how to throw nose down? I think that would benefit any skill level player. Please and thank you for the great content.

[@ChingoBling64]

Rollers. As a lefty, I’d love to get Brian’s take on technique.

[@JaredMarvel]

I would have thrown my nuke on more of a flat hyzer line to the right but everyone in this vid threw theirs anhyzer high to the left, does that result in extra distance? I understand flexing a more understable disc to get that longer s curve but these looked more like pure anhyzer lines.

[@johnroberts1009]

Great Information to clear up what really happens in the throw and what the body really does and how to use the body to make real power. Keep these very valuable videos coming. Best instruction out there.

[@erikverf1604]

Love these vids!

[@roulernbleu4532]

What was the hole and on which course?

[@mikecollins9202]

Corey is a beast!!!! Great job guys. Keep up the good work!

[@nilesdragons65]

Could you say it's normal to max out at a certain distance? Personally I am able consistently throw 400ft straight as an arrow using most of the tips shown in this said video.

[@awwitsHurts]

If you want to reach 850 feet of distance, you will have pick up your disc where it landed and drop it at 850 feet mark

[@snurlesprutt4232]

Wait, were you supposed to pull or keep your arm and sholder completely loose? i got the part where you had to create a space between yourself and the disc.

[@markadkins9290]

Great stuff!

[@ThomHemenway]

I like how gossage is wearing a paul mcbeth hat! :D

[@rolazrei]

What weight discs for these 500-600ft throws?

[@awwitsHurts]

typically 500g is used for 60 feet shots and 1kg for 30 feet

[@awwitsHurts]

So with this logic, to hit 600 feet, 500g / 10. A weight of 50 gram is essential

[@jre9571]

65mph for Ezra? I thought he’d be releasing 75+ easy. He’s all muscley and shit… but proves he has outstanding form to crush the way he does and no need ( mostly ) to engage all those damn muscles 💪🏼. Good stuff!

[@BrucelyWillis]

Super excited to see more pros and teachers embracing “spin-n-throw” over “the pull”. My game has done nothing but improve across the board after figuring that out. Awesome video and thanks to all who help make this series great!

[@subspaceanomaly]

coming from ultimate and freestyle into disc golf I feel like spin is everything, from fighting wind to hovering shots that land like helicopters next to the basket. I've found having the option of high spin throws has been an advantage over many traditional disc golfers

[@mfcheech8668]

video on release angle control

[@NikSnackz]

This was a great video. Brian was very informative, and all the big guns tips are great. Thank you for this I am trying to get my form correct and I hope I can use this to help my timing.

[@TmacDaddy31]

Accuracy and hitting gaps episode!!

[@FontMasterFlex]

Was Aaron wearing a Paul McBeth hat?

[@iiCoNxNC]

Lmao EZRA u sure u don’t just get absolutely FN JACKED to throw max distance. !!!!!!! 😂😂

[@420bloodlust420]

Love your 21 Zone pimp. Keep it up.

[@mh43]

Ben has a huge cross step. Kinda highlights how pros are freaks compared to us.

[@Dwiggy4444]

Mind. Blown.

[@tyrant937]

I would love to see a putting episode!

[@bryansans2564]

Cheat Code with the Z-lite Nuke OS! those things are insane.

[@pattymakk1597]

Great video

[@prestondier7046]

Aarons two finger grip is legit

[@tonylooper4932]

Great content! Thanks very much for this. I would love to see you guys talk about how to best throw more understable discs (for mere mortals, like me) for controlled left-to-right turn but then fade finish shots.

[@hannuhjelm2596]

I'd say there usually is no fade when throwing slowly an understable disc that wants to go left to right. Only way to have fade is to stall it which is not really a fade.. or just force more stable disc into anhyzer.

[@zackjohns323]

I would love to see Mental Tips Like how do you think after a bad shot, or how do not let a bad day of putting not pull you out of a 2 day b tier

[@jamesrobinson6793]

Great video. Can you now do one with regular humans that max out at closer to 400’? Might be a little more relatable.

[@lossprevails]

No way, I noticed it looked like Aaron was throwing 2 finger grip when he was on worlds coverage. That’s crazy

[@kevinwest9489]

I feel like timing and arm speed play a lot into distance. Especially with disc selection. For myself. I know there is know way I could throw a nuke fast enough to turn like that

[@jasonerdmann5918]

Man, Brian was describing my throw to a T.

[@brendenkoontz4614]

My only issue is the hole choice, throwing upward is not a natural motion you want to preach. So many great tips though!

[@NathanMitre]

I enjoyed watching this! I would like to see your thoughts on backhand turnovers for those of us who don’t like to throw sidearm 😊