Fix Your Overswing IMMEDIATELY

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[@zacharymilos392]

I think you're one of the most underrated coaches online... Really liking your content.

[@CogornoGolf]

Appreciate it, Zachary! Thanks for being with!

[@jzm5014]

You are correct I haven't heard this and I struggle with over swinging....great video!! Looking forward to trying this tip. Thanks for sharing!!

[@CogornoGolf]

Our pleasure....thanks for being with us!

[@ronnleffler7201]

Love how you bring a different way of thinking to drills!!

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks, Ronn!

[@adolfozayas3359]

This was a great video and tip. Made total sense. Cant wait to try this out. Thanks

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks, Adolfo! Hope it helps guide you!

[@user_1664]

Perfect . It’s never going to be “immediately “ but it’s worth the effort , the feels you get from this are priceless.

[@CogornoGolf]

Hope it helps John! Thanks for watching!!

[@555Trout]

One of the things I like about you Eric is that you authentically will listen to other pros and truly try what they are asking. That's a rare trait in pros. This was a very powerful lesson imo and I think it will help many . I used this a lot myself. I had another variation on it where I'd start the process with zero backswing. The student just pushing the ball away as they went to finish. Then incrementally lengthen.. Something about this drill just works. I think it's related to the time delay in perception we all suffer. Which I think a good teacher is always managing . We can't do in real time what we want to do because we're behind in sense perception. I used to fly airplanes and you have to be ahead of the airplane and it reminds of this. Anyway, good stuff. And I loved your first attempt of the "chip" full finish. That was a great swing and could easily play par golf on a moderate length course. The ground up sequence was excellent because of it too. I think this lesson is s hall of famer myself.

[@CogornoGolf]

Appreciate the kind words my friend and the feedback. I also like the no backswing, right to follow through variation and then adding in the length incrementally: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pIfPdI2sYtiKitU You and I are on the same page!

[@7879386]

Wonderful drill. Have tried to correct my overswing for a long time. This along with your keep the lead arm straighter video will definitely help. Simple and effective drills. Love the content.

[@CogornoGolf]

Thank you! Hope this helps... I really like this 2 swing routine if you want to shorten up your swing! kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZonOk2iXht-lbpY

[@booradley4008]

Just seeing this now. Wish I watched and practiced this drill a long time ago. Thanks for the great coaching, Eric.

[@CogornoGolf]

Our pleasure my friend! Hope it helps your game!

[@Bronco-Bill]

As a member of Talamore (in NC) it’s good to see Lou getting national exposure- a pro with a wealth of knowledge

[@CogornoGolf]

He's great!

[@thunderbabygirl]

Amazing I have been struggling for years to shorten my backswing. Great instruction video.

[@CogornoGolf]

Hope it helps my friend! This could help as well: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hqSom5qOgtZ8d9U

[@matski2461]

Awesome drill, well demonstrated. We need you guys in the UK

[@CogornoGolf]

Appreciate it :)

[@stevenolmstead]

Wow, Eric - again! Love this one - so outside the box. One of my takeaways is that for a lot of us we lengthen our backswing in order to get more distance. Can't fault us too much as this is a very common recommendation. The problem is that in order for us mere mortals to keep that in control coming down, we never get in a balanced/strong position to make a full follow-through. How many times do you see a big backswing and an abbreviated/weak follow-through? I love how this drill reverses the normal process and emphasizes the finish.

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks, Steve! Yes see that all the time! Im with ya

[@alangouge612]

Make sense, I can't wait to try it.

[@CogornoGolf]

hope it helps, Alan!

[@MotoHondo]

thanks.. great approach to a compact swing

[@CogornoGolf]

Yes! You got it, Tim! Really good one if your normal swing is too long

[@ktara1033]

Great video. Fixed my over swing problems in one hour. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@CogornoGolf]

Lets go!!!

[@Jermz_r7]

Honestly, i was struggling with contact because i had such a crazy overswing and would always fall into shanking my shots until i watched this video. The advice of full pitch shots literally had done a 360 with my golf game. I'm a 22 handicap and still have alot to learn but this has made golf so much more enjoyable for me being able to strike my irons now. I go to the range and not a single shank anymore. Obviously there's still mishits, tops and things like that but that has to do with me staying down and making sure i don't go back into my old habit of overswinging. Truly thankful i came across this video. Special thanks to Eric Cogorno , keep doing what you're doing brotha!

[@CogornoGolf]

Love it Jeremy!! Appreciate your support!

[@ramonl.4074]

Where is something mentioned about full pitch shots here?

[@sypen1]

Omg this is amazing. Thank you

[@CogornoGolf]

Appreciate it, my friend! Our pleasure!

[@graememacdonald6306]

I’ve had an over swing all my golfing life and managed down to a hcap of 3. This could be the greatest golf video I’ve ever watched.

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks Graeme! Hope this one serves you well!

[@joeb7508]

This is gold!!

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks, Joe!

[@TheBradleyp63]

Love this!

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks, Bradley!

[@MrRobmartin11]

Amazing video Eric. Always admired your coaching style and tips. Could you make a follow up video explaining how you maintain or regain your swing speed with the shortened swing, or do you have to except a slight loss in distance?

[@CogornoGolf]

Hey Rob! Thank you! Will see if we can put that on the list! Keep the SPEED up and the DYNAMIC LOFT DOWN.

[@wworld00]

Fantastic. Thanks.

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks, Wayne!

[@muffin0079]

Definitely gonna try this when the courses reopen. I have a massive overswing causing me to be inconsistent round to round.

[@CogornoGolf]

Hope it helps

[@jbran478]

Love this video and feel. I struggle with my "3/4" swing or being between clubs. I would always choose to give a little extra to the shorter club rather than a "90%" swing to the stronger club. I also really love this video because it's almost opposite to another video you did a while back, where you were suggesting doing a full swing (depth) and reduce the speed and power (I believe you hit an 8 Iron to 4-6 different yardages). I really struggled with that and had issues finding the middle of the clubface. When I did this, my tempo was so much better and had much better contact. This shows me that you're an amazing coach because you're not stubborn to only one way of doing things. It's clear to me that you know and show, that one way of doing things doesn't mean it will work for everyone (and that's okay). IMO you're the best feel and educational coach. This one hit home for me. Thanks for everything!

[@CogornoGolf]

Really appreciate the kind words, Jake! Glad you found a solution here...this is a great way to do it. Like you mention there is often several ways to get the job done!

[@danielconnolly1437]

Looking to cure mine this is the best video I've come across !!!

[@CogornoGolf]

Thank you, Daniel! Hope it helps your game my friend!

[@lesmoore7613]

wow it looks like it would help with hitting the middle of the club face as well....your contact sounds awesome...thanks

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks, Les!

[@dementus420]

I appreciate how you, Eric, are able to let go of your ego and have another teacher help you with an issue you have identified in your game that might need a little work, all in an effort to help teach all of us out here in KZbin land. And that's even true when the teacher may be a little more in that coach to amateur student role than is probably ideal for your videos on your channel. Props on that because not all males are capable of being a man like that.

[@CogornoGolf]

Appreciate it, Oliver :)

[@k-man822]

Love this mini float load type bad boy

[@CogornoGolf]

Me too :)

[@gregengeler9368]

I think your recent twist video also shortened up my backswing, but this was also a terrific tip.

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks, Greg! Hope they help

[@matt_sallie]

Such a brilliant drill

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks Matt!!

[@henrymonster9926]

This is more or less the same as Monte Scheinblum’s “no turn, cast drill” in principle. Same feelings and results. If people keep searching there are so many gems like this, and many teachers have similar drills explained a slightly different way, find one that speaks to you. Great video!

[@CogornoGolf]

Love it! Thanks, Henry!

[@phungpham7803]

Fantastic Guys

[@CogornoGolf]

Thank you!

[@maamold]

Overswing is my swing killer - can't wait to put this into practice.

[@CogornoGolf]

Hope it helps my friend!

[@maamold]

@@CogornoGolf Oh yes...it did work. It backed up what my pro and I were working on last month. A ways to go to solidify the feeling but it made a huge difference to my overdraw.

[@familymorgz4984]

superb!

[@CogornoGolf]

Appreciate it!

[@RollYourRock]

3:00 👍

[@chris-qq4nr]

This is saving my golf game!! My coach wants me to swing longer, but I'm losing all my balance and timing. I came in with a short swing, but now am convinced to go back to it. Thanks!!

[@CogornoGolf]

Hope this helps !

[@chris-qq4nr]

@@CogornoGolf I went out on the course today, played alone and did the chip swing prior to setting up to the ball. I was making much better contact and was pretty amazed. So, will continue this mini-drill in my pre-shot routine!

[@philthy1312]

this is awesome

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks, Phil!

[@southspade99]

Great video, earned a sub

[@CogornoGolf]

Appreciate it!

[@southspade99]

@@CogornoGolf you earned it, I ve watched a couple of vids and love your approach to teaching , keep it up

[@Silenced_by_nazi_youtube]

I wish they would do these drills with completely new or lost players. Eric is already a good golfer

[@CogornoGolf]

Good point

[@alanmoore2818]

Hi, I will definitely try this drill as I have major issues with a long across the line backswing. My only concern is trying to do it with driver. I think I'll be able to execute short back full follow through with a 7 iron - but with driver I think it will be extremely difficult!

[@CogornoGolf]

Hey Alan! Start slow with a short iron and progress your way up to the longer clubs. Give yourself video feedback and time to put in the reps! :)

[@hoyeachimp]

Tried this on the range today and it was the 1st time i felt like i could keep the club in the correct position at the top

[@CogornoGolf]

Great to hear!

[@foreorr04]

Great video as I have been trying to fix my overswing for some time. I would have liked to see how it worked with the driver. I assume the same technique, but it is easier doing a chip shot swing with a 9 iron compared to a driver.

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks! This applies to ALL clubs but use a 9 iron/short clubs first in practice. Start short and slow and gradually work your way up👍

[@willo283]

Great instruction Eric and Lou.. will this work for a full steep swing too??

[@CogornoGolf]

Thank you! Yes it should

[@ronniechung5969]

I used to use this chip swing during warm up on the range years ago,with great results in the round that followed.Older now,time on range ignored,playing much worst. Thanks for tbis reminder video will go back to using this swing on the range as warm up routine.

[@CogornoGolf]

Hope it helps, Ronnie!

[@JJsc500]

Excellent advice! How does this affect full shot yardage? Like if my 8iron is 160 with my normal “too long” backswing, will I need to adjust to new full-swing yardages (like a 140 8iron), or should you see similar numbers due to better mechanics, even though the swing doesn’t immediately feel as powerful due to being shorter?

[@CogornoGolf]

Thank you! Usually it's the second one. The better mechanics will be more efficient at impact so higher ball speed from shorter swing should produce same distance as normal (sometimes farther) So we are looking to shorten the over swing but maintain (or improve) distance.....generally speaking

[@johnherman3261]

Good place to fix your swing Eric

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks John!

[@sweetcheeks74]

Hey eric, nice tips, what about driver.

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks! This applies to all clubs but use a 9 iron/short clubs first in practice👍

[@grahamjones7371]

This is a great drill. But years ago when I was a massive overswinger there is No Way I could have done this drill! But now Ive improved thanks to Erics great videos I can, I do it a lot and find it easy! Also as Im sure Erics found when teaching, bad players are not interested in these sort of drills. I wasn't, cos Hackers just want to be Wackers!

[@CogornoGolf]

:)

[@golfislife27]

Reminds me of Tony Finau, I did this a couple of times just for fun after watching him.. I hit 2 of the flushest, furthest shots I've ever hit.

[@CogornoGolf]

: )

[@davidbrown1540]

Holy smokes...it worked with 10 swings! No matter how much I tried to not cross the line at the top, I could never do it. Amazing drill!

[@CogornoGolf]

Love it, David!

[@hernansantos3881]

Eric, thanks for the lessons! Question: do you keep your weight on the left side in the backswing?

[@CogornoGolf]

Our pleasure, Hernan! You can feel the pressure in your feet shifting to your trail side during the backswing, but I would generally recommend staying away from the mass moving much (not shifting the actual mass of hips/body way off the ball to the right). Some great players shift more off the ball, some great players shift less...however much you shift off early, I would still look to net out somewhere around 50/50 feeling in your feet at the top. Here is another video you may enjoy checking out on this topic: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l6vEcnyNgphmapo Appreciate you watching the channel!

[@bryans.7220]

Thanks for the instruction Eric... I actually clicked on this thinking it would be on over swinging, as in rushing the swing with bad tempo. Do you have and have any content for that kind of "swing fault"?

[@CogornoGolf]

Hey Bryan! Here are our videos on tempo and rushing the downswing kzbin.info/www/bejne/l2TEgYyYZruDadU kzbin.info/www/bejne/eaekf2lmbdCksJI

[@bryans.7220]

@@CogornoGolf that's awesome sir thank you!

[@kentao4]

I can’t seem to get consistent contact when I do this. Only have done it the last two sessions but it’s tough to break down my swing to build back up. Any advice for this with long irons or metals? It literally hurts to stop the backswing before I end up bending my left elbow (right handed). Last thing;: I still feel like I can’t load and can’t get nearly the same distance. For example, my 9i is my 150 or so club. Doing this method, I’m only getting about 110-120 and it’s inconsistent. Is this just a matter of practice/reps?

[@CogornoGolf]

Hey Kenny! Unfortunately I cannot answer your questions which are specific to your swing without seeing your swing on video. Find a good coach to work with or join www.cogornogolf.com so you can send me your videos and I can help!

[@bomogo1840]

Great stuff!!... still like to ask ... whqt to do with driver where we need to put everything into it? What should be the process?

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks! Well...thats really too broad of a question for me to give a simple answer. We do have a bunch of videos on driver if you want to check those out they may help. Or check out www.cogornogolf.com so you can send in your swings and I can give you specific advice based on your game and tendencies!

[@bomogo1840]

@@CogornoGolf my bad explanation. What I meant was can we use "chip to finish" method with driver? To me, the driver is the one we give everything into it; otherwise the ball wont go any far.

[@CogornoGolf]

Understood... Keep in mind the point of this video... It is to fix those who OVER SWING. So if you dont OVER SWING then of course you should NOT chip to finish. The point is to see how far back you need to FEEL to get a full swing (for those who normally swing too long) Sorry if that was not clear in video

[@snyderdan25]

I have a way too long across the line swing ( looks like John Daly but I suck 😂) and working on shortening my backswing. I did record myself and it was cool to see my swing actually needing to be longer. Any suggestions on not making this feel so rushed ? especially with longer clubs (3 wood, Driver, etc)

[@CogornoGolf]

Hey! I would say unfortunately nope....if you're too long it will need to feel short and rushed in the beginning very likely. More options here I like this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZonOk2iXht-lbpY Here are other drill options for backswing length for feedback: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJbHmGpjidCid6M

[@ramonl.4074]

Great drill. Can’t wait to try but I am missing the part to fill the gap between the chip backswing which maybe is already 3/4 swing for most to than come back to an actual full swing with a higher ball flight and the normal carry length. Is it just the „longer“ chip back swing or is it than a pitch back swing or what to do exactly to have a regular normal backswing but not an over swing anymore?

[@CogornoGolf]

Hi Ramon! Thanks so much for watching! The key is to FEEL like your backswing only goes to hip high, but record it and see where you're actually at. A lot of the time when you feel hip high, you'll be near a 3/4 swing. Your arms and hands are going to keep going up just out of pure momentum, so there's not a lot of transition between the drill and a normal full swing👍 More details here! kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5uloGSQqsySqq8

[@ramonl.4074]

@@CogornoGolf thanks a lot for the quick replay. For me it is hard to see WHEN it is too much backswing. I think eben ob the club/arms in an isolated view are not in a wrong position - but the body itself lifts up a bit at the end of the backswing, I would say this is probably to much - would you agree?

[@CogornoGolf]

Ramon---you need to use video when practicing to know for sure....thats the only way

[@ramonl.4074]

@@CogornoGolf yes of course but even with video - how to see what is really too much backswing?

[@golfkhakis]

So, most of us struggle with controlling the over-swing with driver .. would love to know if this exact drill can work with driver as well

[@CogornoGolf]

Hey! Yes it will.....just have patience when doing the short swings until you build up to full

[@timhalleran3514]

I think it would be great If you demonstrated an example of an “over-swing”. Reason being; people who over swing don’t know it😃

[@CogornoGolf]

Hey Tim! Good call!

[@joshjohnson5009]

So you guys are using wedges but this drill will incorporate into my irons etc?

[@CogornoGolf]

For sure

[@felipemarmolejo238]

Will this work with a driver and Long Irons?

[@CogornoGolf]

Hey Felipe! Yes! This applies to all clubs but use a 9 iron/short clubs first in practice👍

[@mattdipadua3614]

Can you do this with a driver any video on it

[@CogornoGolf]

This applies to ALL clubs but use a 9 iron/short clubs first in practice👊

[@kennethsekine6052]

Does the short swing work with Driver and hybrids?

[@CogornoGolf]

Hey Kenneth.....the point here really isn't that you SHOULD have a short swing.....this is for those who go TOO LONG.....they need to FEEL this short.....just to get to neutral.... that theme works with all clubs

[@Kc9004]

Can this drill be used with a driver? The driver is the one club I have the most issue with as far as over swinging, over hinging etc… I feel like a driver would be hard to feel loaded enough to even get through to a full swing?

[@CogornoGolf]

Yes you can... I like this two part drill for driver as well if you are too long kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZonOk2iXht-lbpY

[@JohnK222inf]

Arm overrun and over swing the same concept? So when the chest stops turning that’s when arms should stop?

[@CogornoGolf]

Hey John....yes thats fair. More on less... Heres some more on backswing length you may enjoy: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJbHmGpjidCid6M kzbin.info/www/bejne/hqSom5qOgtZ8d9U

[@dylanhenson7146]

Chuck McGill?

[@andrewdeg1]

Can you do this drill with a driver or fairway wood?

[@CogornoGolf]

Hey Andrew! Yes you could....but don't expect perfect contact in the beginning, thats difficult with the long clubs.

[@andrewdeg1]

@@CogornoGolf thank you. My overswing is really bad with my driver and 3 wood to the point where I hit down on them. I was hoping this drill could level out my backswing

[@CogornoGolf]

It can. Use video to confirm. Do it for a few months

[@andrewdeg1]

Here in Canada I have more than a few months so I will work with this drill all winter and tell you how it works for me. I will come up for air in April.

[@57beachboy]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@CogornoGolf]

:)

[@jamessawyer4625]

How do you know that you over swing?

[@Melted_Butter]

Usually a high handicapper problem. Club will be pointing across the line at the top. Usually high disconnected trail elbow. Video your swing and you’ll see.

[@CogornoGolf]

In short....video your swing.

[@griffgraph]

I feel like this was made specifically for me

[@CogornoGolf]

We've been watching ya :)

[@adamalday01]

Me too. We must live in the Truman Show

[@deal1619]

Looks like he’s losing the shoulder turn ?

[@ianpearson8630]

What does he mean keep your upper arm close to your body. Is this like more connection?. So you are very cramped up.

[@CogornoGolf]

Hey Ian! Keeping your upper arms against your torso/chest during the swing helps your hands and arms to trace a circular arc around your body. It also is key for creating great depth of the arms, hands, and club👍 Here's a video you may enjoy on this topic! kzbin.info/www/bejne/rGfZe2aieM-BZ9U Thanks for watching!

[@ianpearson8630]

Hi thanks for the replay. Il check it out. i had 30 mins with a 9 irn last night doing this what a different feel but with some great shots some bad shots but i think this is the way for my over swing . Short back full follow through 👍

[@marcussheldon9220]

Hi, 95 percent of amateurs strudel in getting a fuller backswing, to gain more distance. Steve Pratt talks about it loads. Why is it bad to overswing and now more and more golf coaches encourage three quarter swings are better, why Eric thanks

[@CogornoGolf]

Hey Marcus! ITs NOT bad....if it causes no downswing issues (John Daly, Fred Couples) It IS BAD....if it causes downswing issues (95% of ams) It depends on WHY its too long If its from 1. Too much HINGE 2. Arms folding too much Then usually downswing issues with shaft steep and/or too much casting. If from big turn I dont mind that as much. More on this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hqSom5qOgtZ8d9U

[@patiossa]

You really aren’t correcting an overswing if you’re turning my 7 iron distance into a sand wedge distance. You’re teaching me a knockdown shot.

[@CogornoGolf]

Thanks for your feedback! Of course the idea here is to keep lengthening the swing until the players finds the swing length that performs the best for them