GOLF: How To Stay Centered During The Backswing

How To Stay Centered During the Backswing
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My swing philosophies are based on just watching the best players for a long period of time. When I first started analyzing swings I would do the old draw the circle around their head from face on and see where they would go relative to that circle. If you go back and watch great players throughout time, certainly some guys stay right in that circle. Some guys move off the circle a little bit more. I prefer a swing model where if you draw the circle around their head they remain relatively stable or a centered pivot.
You have to realize that when you're watching video, you see things two dimensionally. In reality, the movement pattern is three-dimensional. Andy Plumber and Mike Bennett from Stack and Tilt really popularized some of the terms and the three dimensional movements during the backswing. When you make a backswing in reality you turn to the right, there's some amount of rotation, you are tilting to the left, and then you are extending.
If you start normal - or centered at set up - and you make a movement to the right or your head moves outside of that “circle,” you are bent over too much from the top as you turn. You don't have enough of the extension piece and typically not enough side bend. When you move off the ball, it’s typically forward flex. And a lot of times you guys and gals will pair that up with a very flat shoulder turn. The forward flexion is the part we have to get rid of.
One of the best drills that I have seen is to put a club across your shoulders. If I were to take my normal setup and I put the club across my shoulders when I make a backswing, I want to have the club point basically on the ball target line. This is more so for the left side bend part than the movement, but you'll start to feel how that side bend goes in with your extension.
Maybe the best drill I've ever seen for keeping a steady head and eliminating the movement off the ball came from George Gankas. The sun's got to be out for this shadow drill to work. Stand so the sun casts your shadow in front of you. Take a normal setup. You put a golf ball just below top of your head in the shadow. I put it right in the middle, meaning there's an equal distance of the shadow to the left and an equal distance to the right. Now, when I make a pivot and I go up to the top, I want to keep that ball basically in the same spot as I go. So for me, that's right in the middle. But for you, you might feel a drastic difference. You definitely can’t B.S. this drill.
Now, let’s go over some feels you can use. There is no right or wrong feel. Whatever produces the movement for you - If it produces what we want, then that's good. If you're someone who moves off the ball too much, the first thing that I would tell you to feel is more chest towards the sky. Some people like to feel a little bit more of a right shoulder, up and back. So, if I move off the ball, my right shoulder doesn't really. If I stay more centered, I can feel my right shoulder going up and behind me right off the bat. There's no movement to the right. Right shoulder goes up and back for me. I feel the chest go up towards the sky no matter what I do, so that's my main feel, but right shoulder, up and back as a secondary way to do this.
If you move off the ball, typically your left shoulder is traveling to the right too much and usually too flat when you go back. So my right shoulder goes up and back. My left shoulder goes down and forward. But I'm saying if you move off the ball, you probably have too much of the forward motion, so you want to have a sensation to add the left side. Then like your left shoulder's going almost down more down towards your left shoe.
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[@gilderoy29]

The ‘chest to sky’ feel has really helped me to find a repeatable and more centred swing. Spent (wasted?) so much time on other drills from other online coaches-this one is fundamentally and positively effective-with added bonus of immediate feedback leading to consistency! This has revolutionised my swing and allowed enjoyment to once again return to my game!

[@CogornoGolf]

Excellent! Glad to hear that!

[@johnfeilmeier8465]

Best instructor on KZbin! Chest to sky and keeping your head centered is critical to consistent ball striking. One extra thing I found helpful, from the top, swing out to right field in follow through.

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks, John!

[@percylang]

Eric...I have had lateral movement problems for more than 70 years...even when I was low single figures. Starting to play again after lock-down I've been struggling again and looking on line for a solution. Your explanation of the mechanics of the problem is by far the most lucid and helpful that I've found...particularly the 3-dimensional element. Thanks for an excellent insight. Percy.

[@CogornoGolf]

Appreciate it my friend-I hope it serves you well!

[@Oh-Hi-1]

I’ve gained a lot by this video. Greatly appreciate your content. You are at the top of my golf subscriber list.

[@CogornoGolf]

Appreciate it! Happy to help!

[@bryans291]

I had already started working on this when I found this video. My thought was to keep my right shoulder inside my right foot throughout the backswing. If you move off the ball the first thing to happen is that right shoulder goes outside and around that right foot. I look forward to trying the shadow drill. Thanks!

[@CogornoGolf]

Hey Bryan! Rt shoulder inside rt foot a GREAT way to think about this!! Good one

[@raybenkart1087]

this guy is the best ever at explaining things. every one of his videos are clear and concise. only wish could have the same content 30 yrs. ago before all my faults were ingrained

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks, Ray! Appreciate the kind words. Happy to have you here. I hope you continue to enjoy future videos.

[@Davidevans44]

Great instruction Eric. I feel many of your vids are aimed at better players or people who are nerdy about the inner workings of technique and fundamentals of the swing. As a low handicapper all my life (5 and below), almost 50 years of golf, I find them really helpful and your style is nice to work with. I like these long vids (12 mins) as they keep me company on the drive home from work. Keep it up.

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks, David! Appreciate it! Happy to keep you company :)

[@VimMitt]

Best of best. My handicap start coming down after watching your videos.

[@CogornoGolf]

Love it!

[@Mark-mm1ke]

Hi Eric. Just went out side and did the shadow drill. I found I indeed moved right off the ball. Used the combination of extension of the thoracic spine, using the thought 'keep bent but chest higher' and left shoulder to the left foot and that worked great to keep me centered. So once again, a video with with great tips. Good job! Love it. Thanks for all you do for us amateurs struggling with the golf swing.

[@CogornoGolf]

Love it, Mark. Glad to help. I would look to see am improvement with overall contact/compression/consistency staying centered. Let me know how you do!

[@paulhatrak2415]

Love your no BS instruction!

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks Paul!

[@delrayrhodes4491]

I’ve recently started watching your videos over the last two weeks and your instruction is amazing. I’ve been off from school so I’ve had quite a lot of time to play golf and, I will tell you that your videos alone have taken 10 strokes off my game in two weeks. I honestly think it would be more if I simply remember what I’m supposed to be doing and not fall into old habits during some swings. Thank you so much!!

[@CogornoGolf]

I appreciate it man. I'm happy to hear they are helping! Hope all is well with you!

[@802471497]

For me, your best yet Eric! Within minutes of applying the drills I was getting very satisfying contact and added distance. Many thanks. Tim UK

[@CogornoGolf]

Happy to hear that my friend!

[@robsav9723]

Bravo! this is the first video that was really a great help when put into practice. sincere congratulations from Italy.

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks Rob!

[@christopherhoward5672]

I love the way you explain stuff. You actually make things complicated seem so easy to understand! I've watched so many of your videos 2day m8. Keep grinding and all the best to you in these tough times m8

[@CogornoGolf]

Thank you my friend! Appreciate the kind words!

[@jimthomas1759]

Shadow drill is one of the simplest effective drills ever. Thanks!

[@CogornoGolf]

Hope it serves you well, Jim!

[@tzoid1s]

I have been trained to do this wrong. As a 16 year old my PGA pro used to give me such a hard time about not getting behind the ball(letting my head move backwards) in the backswing. I always disagreed with him, but thought I must be missing something. I’m 37 now and I’ve finally realized that staying centered is the key to consistency. I went to look for videos of anyone who might think the same as me, and that led me here. Eric Cogorno might be the best teacher in golf.

[@CogornoGolf]

I appreciate that, my friend! Glad to have you here!

[@scottblanco3692]

Thanks Eric, this is killing my game. I've been trying to figure out how to stop my sway. Lot's of good feels and visuals! Here goes!

[@CogornoGolf]

Happy to help!

[@petrihos]

Every video is gold! Thank you!🏆

[@CogornoGolf]

Appreciate it Pete :)

[@MrKingdonuts]

You remind me of of Dj kahled when he says another one and another one lol your teaching style and videos are the best online by far you break down the golfswing and simplify the swing in small pieces where people can understand and not give a general answer you sir are Platinum in my book thanks Eric !!!!!!!

[@CogornoGolf]

Lol love it...love the reference and the kind words :)

[@garywheeler2128]

Great video. I’m finding with a longer backswing and staying more centred , has got me my power back. Although my weight does feel more on the inside of my left foot, having said this, I feel very coiled and feel confident rotating through. Unfortunately Eric , I live in England, so the shadow drill is often a no no . Keep up the great videos. Best wishes Gary.

[@CogornoGolf]

:) Thank you, Gary!

[@JailbiPhone4s]

Hey Eric, this is another awesome insight... I first started watching your videos 2-3 months ago, i had all the old favourite swing faults crossed at the top from cupped left wrist (your video on wrist condition solved this for how I understand things and learn), early extension lack of rotation (was a combination of 4 or 5 lesson videos and instruction videos that solved this for the most part) I realised that this video was the final missing piece getting rid of the last little bit of EE, I had a bit of trouble with the first couple of shots ( I was moving right and left to recover and not moving right and staying centred still felt the compulsion to move left which put me way ahead of the ball and stuck through impact) added the left shoulder feeling like it’s pulled up and behind me and wouldn’t u know it ...... open through impact and more than ever before. All I can say is thanks for all the information you give in a way I can understand it. I am from Australia your videos have changed golf for me 12.7 - 8.1 in a little under 3 months cheers man appreciate it all soo much Ps pre ordered your website 👍

[@CogornoGolf]

Nick, My pleasure man. Happy to help and happy to hear you're on the right track! Look forward to seeing you on the site and continuing your progress! Let me know if you ever need anything

[@douglasbenson9128]

This is gold. Nailed it Eric. And explained why it feels weird when I'm so used to moving off the ball for so long. Finding the sweet spot again is savage. Thank you👍

[@CogornoGolf]

You got it :)

[@MrKingdonuts]

You are my favorite swing guru 💯💯

[@CogornoGolf]

Appreciate ya, Anthony!

[@paulstokes6356]

As a point of reference, I saw an article o or the shadow drill about 20 years ago. The purpose of The drill as explained in The article was to promote a swing about the spine. I like 👍this video because it more full explains the purpose of the drill.

[@brotherderek]

I like the way you address different important components of the golf swing in a simple way. Well done!

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks man

[@larryhackney7613]

Some of the best tips I've ever seen and I've been studying the swing for a very long time! I've been as low as a +1 handicap but I'm very inconsistent because I sway off the ball, I always have and I've been trying to "fix" it for years. Your tip on the chest towards the sky might be exactly the thought I've been looking for! Thanks!

[@CogornoGolf]

Appreciate the kind words, Larry! Hope it helps!

[@760284jackiegolf]

Outstanding info! Your making a difference! Thank You

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks man. Appreciate that!

[@bharathnagarajan569]

Amazing Video! Attacks the bio mechanics part very precisely. Thanks for this!!

[@CogornoGolf]

My pleasure!

[@birdseyevue]

Awesome drills! Just what I needed to hear. Thx Eric!

[@CogornoGolf]

My pleasure!

[@vimalmittal5603]

This is amazing! Great work.

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks!

[@adrianharrison9326]

Absolutely love these drills brilliant explanation

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks!

[@drewesalan7152]

Thank you. I'm new to golf and you provided a very good practice exercise.

[@CogornoGolf]

Our pleasure, Drew! Hope it helps!

[@RobertOsborne266]

One of your best videos ever!

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks, Robert!

[@conureron3792]

Love the explanation of tilt and extension with the turn. Revolutionary.

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks, Ronald!

[@wedge1er306]

Great instructional video!!!

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks :)

[@trxe420]

love the shadow drill, you can probably use that as a check mid-round too if the sun is out. Putting that one in the bag!

[@CogornoGolf]

Yessir!

[@BlackjackCZ]

Great video Eric. I like your explanation. Will work on this over the coming days.

[@CogornoGolf]

Thank you sir!

[@BRIANFAIRBROTHER]

Spent three hours on a PG in Spain doing this today. It felt really good to hit some really solid shots. So good Eric.👍😁

[@CogornoGolf]

Love it!

[@capkarr]

This is an amazing video! Good work.... The shadow drill is something that my students will be using here in Denver! I never thought of this. Seriously, great video in getting shoulders on plane. This to me is one of the most critical concepts to sell students on.

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks, Brett. Happy to help my friend. Hope to get out to Denver at some point, will look ya up

[@capkarr]

Eric Cogorno Golf Absolutely! Just let me know...

[@user-sh1uc1zd7m]

Hi~~from korea again^^ I can't wait till morning. Korea is midnight now. I've been learning 2 and half months, also I've been watching this videos the same, and here is big thing. . . Me and my golf teacher(I don't how to call in English) are watching same videos without knowing each other. We just find out today. We have same turmb on you~~ U are very famous!!! THANK SO MUCH!

[@CogornoGolf]

Love it! That's too funny...hope the videos are helping!

[@user-sh1uc1zd7m]

@@CogornoGolf ☺Good morning😁I'll tell him today♡Have A Good Day♡

[@samg8761]

great explanation. thankyou

[@CogornoGolf]

My pleasure

[@tommyb1884]

Eric, as always, great job. This lesson is brilliant and exactly what I needed. I have been trying for the longest time to figure out why I am lowering my head and moving to far to the right. Now I know. Thank you sir!

[@CogornoGolf]

MY pleasure, Tommy! Thanks for being with us!

[@chucksprenger7938]

You are a very good instructor, I'm a PGA member and I'm very impressed !!!!! Well Done

[@CogornoGolf]

Appreciate the kind words, Chuck!

[@robertmayer1497]

Thank's again Eric for another top notch video. Hard to make "Shadow Drill" work real well here in Seattle with out artificial lighting. But I get the point.

[@CogornoGolf]

You may need another option there :)

[@kevinmurphy3666]

Eric your no doubt the man in Golf brother awesome with those feel drills,,,not sure how many cuts or takes you do up there but IQ is up there very vary well spoken!! Ty for the 30th time !!!! My game has improved unbelievably because of your teachings ✌

[@CogornoGolf]

You got it my friend! We are one take only man...c mon :)

[@Jdeneik]

This is excellent and has helped me tremendously! Thank you!!!

[@CogornoGolf]

Thank you for the kind words! Glad to hear that :)

[@hannodingers7376]

Hi Eric, I Follow you from Germany for several weeks. There are a lot of amazing and helpful hints Given by you. It changed my Game totally. This Video is One of the best ever from my prospective. I still struggle with stack & Tilt on a slope. Can you Give any instructions? Thank you very much!

[@CogornoGolf]

Hey Hanno! Appreciate the support! I can definitely give instructions but I need to see your swing on video to offer any worthwhile specific advice. Join www.cogornogolf.com so you can send me your videos!

[@yatmak273]

Very good video. Exactly what i needed!

[@CogornoGolf]

Appreciate it!

[@barbaraelliott7078]

I will try this right away. Great tips. Thanks.

[@CogornoGolf]

My pleasure

[@peteruwatch2970]

Very good video! Thank you!

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks, Peter!

[@atomant830]

Great video and I like that you are not afraid to give "Stack and Tilt" credit for the now popular centered turn swing most good players are using. The S&T swing method has been treated negatively by golf traditionalists but it truely is a good system and it is easy to learn.

[@CogornoGolf]

Agreed!

[@crazycanuckgolfer5323]

Came across this while I was looking for a cure for the occasional topped shot. Tried it last night at the course and the results were unreal. Solid contact with irons and the driver. It feels strange at first like I'm going to drive the ball into the ground ..but the sound of my shots and the trajectory have improved dramatically!! Thanks!

[@CogornoGolf]

My pleasure my friend!

[@erichmikula8922]

Great as ever again, thank you

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks, Erich!

[@aidenwilson9874]

Amazing video , thank you

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks...my pleasure

[@williamhon4591]

Thanks Eric, I totally understand now. Warm regards.

[@CogornoGolf]

Happy to help!

[@corykruse8636]

Your videos are so helpful.

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks man!

[@brendancoughlan3487]

excellent video....this guy knows his stuff!!

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks, Brendan. Hope you are doing well.

[@progfuprogfu7813]

Will do.

[@gregboggs4721]

Awesome Eric.

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks, Greg!

[@simplerules101]

Guidance is simply amazing!

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks, Peter!

[@sirtogii5216]

Very well explained, especially for someone like me who has suffered with a too flat shoulder plane in the backswing.

[@CogornoGolf]

Appreciate it! You may like this one as well kzbin.info/www/bejne/mnLUkJaloLRniqs

[@ericcros8959]

Thanks again very nice vidéo it’s help me a lot

[@CogornoGolf]

My pleasure my friend!

[@afruchter]

Nice job. Very good explanation. Personally, i was lacking the extension part. Once i found it, i notice an increase in power too!

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks! Def correlation with more extension and more speed!! Good stuff.

[@scubart]

Moving towards Stack&Tilt. That’s good because that’s a great way to play consistently 👍🏻

[@CogornoGolf]

Always like centered! Whatever concepts get the job done...lots of great players in stack and tilt schooling. Andy and Mike are great, lots of good young players coming up

[@mariopiluso8449]

The chest pointing to the sky drill creates so many good things in the swing. It produces more power, better turn, puts you on a more upright swing plane if it’s too flat which has been my crutch for years. The only thing that you would probably have to be aware of with the left shoulder pointing down is a reverse “C” on the follow through if you keep your weight on your right side too much. Shadow drill is genius. As usual, great videos Eric.

[@CogornoGolf]

Good stuff, thanks Mario. Happy to help!

[@jimmusgrave2488]

Mario Piluso a

[@BRIANFAIRBROTHER]

Great stuff Eric. I am lucky to be in Spain and I have been practicing your bunker stuff today but I have a sway swing flaw that is causing bad shots. When I feel I am leaning left I really hit great shots today even with hybrids out of bunkers

[@CogornoGolf]

Love it!

[@Thomas-hf3dn]

Good video thanks

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks, Thomas!

[@stephenbowman2788]

I have been trying to work out how you achieve your position at the top, watching this all of a sudden it becomes apparent. Now there is a totally different feeling at the top, and from that position the transition is almost a reaction to getting to the top. Eric once again thank you for your instructional videos, I now have this winter to reinvent my swing.

[@CogornoGolf]

My pleasure, Stephen! Hope it helps!

[@UMHurricanes05]

Legit !! Awesome videos man !!!

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks dude!

[@ronremillard776]

Very helpful.

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks, Ron!

[@Johnnyrocket40]

This is amazing!!!

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks, John!

[@jvitali60]

Good info, FYI GG did not invent the "shadow drill"? Butch Harmon used to use that with Greg Norman and Hale Irwin used to talk about it back in the late 80's early 90's.

[@CogornoGolf]

👊Thank you, Jim!

[@alasdairstuart3394]

Really well explained. I have had a tendency to sway right which usually results in a smothered hook left and a lost ball (…actually 3 last Saturday !).

[@CogornoGolf]

:) Thank you!

[@steves6511]

The shadow drill is a great idea. In doors could use a spot light or light above and behind yourself. I just tried this in my garage and it worked well.

[@CogornoGolf]

Love it!

[@BRIANFAIRBROTHER]

Today I worked on this on the practice ground before teeing off at Lo Romero, Murcia, Spain. During the comp I hit one fat shot that caused a double bogey. I hit three other loose shots but oh my gosh everything else was so good. I did feel like I was stack and tilting but I played to my 10 handicap for the first time in over a year. Feel v real , my playing partners said it was the best they have seen me swing

[@CogornoGolf]

Love it, Brian! Keep working on it! Glad to hear it helped!

[@MarkSmith-lz5rk]

I've always struggled with the tilt..when I do my backswing right, it really feels like I'm barely moving...that extension piece really really helped...I always tend to move off the ball and I don't get why...this is great

[@CogornoGolf]

Glad it helped, Mark!

[@jamesdixon4770]

Eric, this is exactly what I do in my swing. Too much lateral movement leading to inconsistent ball striking. These two drills are perfect and can be done at home during the winter. I have always lifted my left heel in the backswing, so I need to practice not doing that because I don't see you doing that.

[@CogornoGolf]

Hope it helps, James! I would say its OK to lift the left heel....so long as you stay relatively centered! Plant it back down to start downswing if you do

[@flippperboy]

Thank you. You are the bomb dude.

[@CogornoGolf]

Our pleasure! Thanks for your support!

[@yttommy76]

30 years of confusion dealt within about 60 seconds!! amazing

[@CogornoGolf]

:)

[@kuuleikozlik3582]

Great explanation & demonstration as to why our heads moves off center during the back swing. Your drills can only fix this problem for me😊

[@CogornoGolf]

Appreciate it! Hope it does in fact help!

[@timglarson]

Just learning about this stack and tilt. Are you a fan? Thanks for the excellent video/ shadow drill. Probably could replicate it indoors

[@CogornoGolf]

Hey Tim! Yes-I would study all systems and see what you like and works best. Best for find a good coach to work with to guide you along the way

[@carlli6600]

Many good ideas I never hear before.

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks! Hope it helps!

[@stephenbowman2788]

I am guilty of trying maintain spine angle in the back swing, thus making me move right of centre making transition impossible. I am an avid watcher of your channel, time and time I have heard you say if there is a problem in the down swing its probably as a result of the back swing. Looks like your right again Cogorno! Thanks Eric.

[@CogornoGolf]

:) Appreciate you being here my friend!

[@vapa5761]

I have always had issues with being centred during my swings. Get's really frustrating! Thanks for the video and i have just subscribed to your channel

[@CogornoGolf]

Happy to help..appreciate the support!

[@mohammedsarthar5815]

I have always had issues with being centred during my golf swing.it really frustrating! thank you for the great video...

[@paedeapaedea8961]

7:12 "You can't bs that drill" Laughed at that part...

[@CogornoGolf]

:)

[@jeremiahhounshell6004]

Ive seen where you mention opposites in golf with past videos. (For example, Upright backswing equals a more shallow delivery) But my question is, will a slight lateral movement to the right during the backswing provide a more ideal impact position? For example Henrik Stenson. Thanks hope that made sense.

[@CogornoGolf]

Not necessarily...too many other variables involved...weight shift or not doesn't guarantee anything . I do like a pressure shift into the right foot while keeping body mostly centered

[@TheBoomBapp]

I watched the video and gave a very hardy and stupefied laugh at 3:27 to 3:42 because trying other movements never got me to FEEL them correctly. YES, I must extend my spine to keep my head centered during my rotation. Bro, been struggling 15 years and wasted all that time slaughtering the sod. I can understand what you and GG speak of. Oh, and GG is the MAN!!!!!

[@CogornoGolf]

Yessir!!

[@demzunoplayer]

Gold!

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks, David!

[@davidkavanagh8932]

Real like the feel examples.

[@CogornoGolf]

Will keep them coming

[@amfohr]

I like the video. There is one thing that I think might go wrong while doing the steady head drill and that is moving the right hip away from the target. You got this down pretty good and internally rotate at the right hip socket causing it to slightly move towards the target.

[@CogornoGolf]

Love it!

[@davidspence7887]

So far this works great for irons. With driver, it's hard to do when I address the ball with a lean to the right. I'll keep working on that. With the irons, the contact is amazing.

[@CogornoGolf]

OK to just do it with irons and not driver as well

[@RobertMoore-ll1cr]

Just started watching your lessons. Easy to understand. Your analysis on swing faults are are excellent and the drills are easy to understand. Thanks I have subscribed to your lessons. Thanks, and by the way we’re are you located. Robert Moore, Myrtle Beach, SC.

[@CogornoGolf]

Appreciate it! We are in Bethlehem, PA. About an hour outside of Philly.

[@user-wm9qr4bl6z]

I am korean.I have not been taught this kind of lesson.I think this point is very important in mordern golf swing. Frankly speaking,I am roughly understood because of poor english.I am more thinking over on extension.Any many thanks!!! I am enthusiastic subscriber.

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks for being here and watching!!

[@jimferrell9503]

This is a great video. I can freely turn in backswing correctly now. Do you have videos one can buy for I phone

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks, Jim! Yes..check out Cogornogolf.com

[@jamespark3399]

This is a great drill. I’m tall and sway off of the ball. This is great👍

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks, James! hope it helps!

[@robertosborne6645]

Great video. Kudos for giving Gankas some well-deserved credit. You have a gift for explaining these modern rotational swing concepts in your own concise way. I would love to see more student lessons- particularly with adults. Thanks!

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks, Robert. They are coming!

[@drputt47]

I really like this "chest to the sky"move, but what's the next week for the transition/down swing? Thanks,

[@CogornoGolf]

Hey there! I think you'll enjoy checking out these two videos for all the details! kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZfUdZWKd5WNnJofeature=shared kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKGbZomhnqiko7Mfeature=shared

[@stevenjohnstone5833]

Great Video - For the ball and shadow drill is it possible to use it for the transition? If so could you allow the head to move down, relative to the ball, to accommodate more forward bend and/or back a little to allow some side bend? Say if you were rehearsing this in slow motion? Thanks for the explanation - As always a great breakdown of the movement detail in a way that allows me improve right away.

[@CogornoGolf]

Absolutely!

[@patleg]

G.Gankas adds also 2 balls at the hips level on the shadow (one on each side) to check that the hips also stay centered. It is no good to keep the head centered and let the hips moving away from the target for instance. It will help to have the complete feeling and not introduce a fault to succeed in keeping the head centered. Uh, at least, I think so... ;)

[@CogornoGolf]

Yup...love that!

[@karenschneider5035]

Great video. I am one who has constantly struggled with moving off the ball. As you mentioned my right side feels very passive and my right shoulder does not have a feeling off going up and behind me. I tend to collapse my right arm and get flat and restricted with the arms. I can make the move to stay centered without a club doing the drills you suggest but when I try to do it with a club, it is difficult in terms of my spatial awareness of the club/arms/hands. Could you offer a feeling of where the arms, hands and club should feel in space relative to the body as one tries to stay centered?

[@CogornoGolf]

Absolutely...everyone can do it easier without the ball...always more difficult when the ball is there. I can't really offer a stock FEEL for what the arms should do...that is too dependent per person..If you're arms get too far behind you (deep) like you say you would need to feel them going more vertical...left arm more up, not in...left arm off chest