How to stop hitting behind the golf ball (easy fix)

HOW TO STOP HITTING BEHIND THE GOLF BALL!
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[@ZIPPYpp]

Rick Shiels Golf I thin mine a lot

[@evanthehistorian293]

I always fat mine

[@jasonb1422]

Honestly Rick, during my last game session I was all over the place with my irons. I was hitting fat and topping the ball horribly. There were a lot of shots with topspin that we're going about twenty yards and then going straight to the ground. Really frustrating. Excellent video, there are a lot of great tips on here. Keep up the good work.

[@robgillanofficial]

Thin. It seems like when I try to make a move towards the target and think about firing my hips, etc. that I tend to top the ball. I must be doing something weird with my weight or no longer committing to taking a divot.

[@adamhenderson4313]

Rick Shiels Golf I’m new to golf and watch a lot of yours and Pete finches videos this tip will help me out... I hope 😅 keep up the great videos

[@robertthackston8504]

Rick, Great instructions, you are so on the mark. I was a swayer and flipper for 30 years. Now I am covering the ball with a stable platform . I am 72 years old and shoot in the mid eighties. Just got my first hole in one in Tennessee. I can not wait to play the next round. Thank you for your kindness and generosity to help player you don't know. Be bless! Robert

[@SL0409]

Don't get how you can play for 30 years and still not know to hit a shot. If I couldn't do something after a year I'd be done with it

[@fearrua8150]

@@SL0409 no one asked for your opinion... Everyone has things to work on in their game.

[@JWL123]

@@SL0409 most L comment I’ve ever read.

[@SL0409]

@@JWL123 how? I know people who picked up a golf club for the very 1st time 18 months ago and they are scratch golfer. How can you play for 30 years and not know how to do something?

[@harrisonpurdum9165]

@@SL0409 what a rude thing to say to someone. People like you are quitters. Why would we listen to someone that quits something they can't figure out?

[@kodyhuseby9016]

Great video. I can’t believe I never realized how much I was swaying my body on my backswing

[@ratm23471]

Fucking aye, same mate.

[@b1782w]

Yes I watch this video just to watch it I have the occasional Duff But I typically pick the Baul clean without hardly taking a divot but I do feel like I had too much movement in my backswing After watching this video went to the range and focused on that then played a round after that knocked 5 strokes off that day definitely helped.... thanks Rick!

[@billy5034]

I was hitting balls very inconsistent before this video. Hated using irons. Now im becoming much more consistent

[@TAPnRACK_SEZ]

Working on this now

[@djspm1]

Same!

[@volkanyuksel8830]

Best videos and advices are from Rick !! No blabla for 20 minutes, 6 minutes straight to the point, clear, perfectly illustrated... easy to (try 😉) reproduce !! Thanks 🙏

[@duanemartin1383]

At about 4:40 in your demo you initiate a slight forward press pre take away. I think this one little trigger move is an important element that is rarely talked about, explained or instructed. It's an important initiation to set and swing correctly. One of the many nuances for a great swing to make great contact. Great video.....keep'em coming.

[@jzb1954]

Rick, I’m 67 and have been playing golf for over 30 years. This is absolutely the best teaching tip I’ve ever heard in my life. When I started performing my backswing with my sternum remaining over the ball, I was amazed at the first feeling I felt when starting my downswing was my weight immediately starting to shift onto my left side. Great Job!!!

[@brianburch7474]

Great video, went back and watched some of the older videos, and wow has this channel come a long way. Tremendous work Mr. Shiels!

[@romellbrown5610]

I've tuned into you for quite sometime and i just realized how much of a jewel you are. Great content! I will share you with my golf buddies.

[@michaelmohale6474]

This video was helpful, I struggle a lot with hitting the ground first.

[@benbreinholt1159]

Hey Rick! Your videos have helped me out so much! Thanks man!

[@scottkendrick4544]

Phenomenal vid Rick. This has helped me so much.

[@courtneyroy270]

You're shows great just like yourself Rick, good luck to ya man

[@alecmacknight]

Rick - you are the best golf channel on yourtube

[@markfraser6777]

Just the advice I needed. This is the part of the game I’m needing to work on. Going to watch again and put into practice those 4 tips. Thanks Rick

[@denvan5096]

Rick, your videos are my bible to golf, seriously. After watching this video, I immediately started hitting the balls farther and more consistently. My clubs used to catch the “big ball” too often, and one of the reasons was placing the ball too far toward the left foot. Thanks again.

[@CaughtShorts]

Rick, as an absolute beginner to the sport, your tuition is hugely improving my game. I could spend hundreds of pounds on 1 to 1 tution, but because of your videos I don't have to. Thank you so much for your contribution to the sport.

[@nevilleeve4412]

I have always been told..”always keep your head behind the golf ball”…the old C swing… for a 66 year old, a C swing is impossible, but to swing allowing the turn into the ball to lead makes a HUGE difference in getting full rotation from an older and stiffer body!! Thank you for the simple, clear and easily practised lesson! Great teaching…

[@jatindervirdi3160]

Rick you absolute legend, this video hit the nail on the head with the ball position for my long irons, been struggling for flippin ages lol... Thanks buddy😊

[@robertborg9023]

Rick is my favourite online golf coach. Keeps things simple, easy to understand & has an awesome friendly personality. This "stop hitting behind the ball" segment has worked wonders for my game. Thank you Rick.

[@johnnorth7684]

hi rick , the oldies are the best

[@tysonkahler]

I have watched about 100 or more of your videos (loved the all) but I got the most out of this one video! Thank you!!!

[@CeeGrunt]

"....starting to move my weight around my left leg...." Great piece of golf instruction for the downswing, enabling one to hit against a firm left side.

[@jbspullins1725]

Great tips. Been struggling with the long irons and this gives me something to try and adjust for. Think I’ve been putting it to far forward.

[@mikepetro9679]

This is great. Watched it twice then hit some and shots feeling great . Especially looking in front of the ball is a great tip .

[@jaxonsalkil]

Hey Rick! I have to say this video really helped me, I just wanted to say I appreciate you making these video. Thanks!

[@dbsvolante]

Thank you for the instruction, I have struggled with my iron Play for so long, and on the odd occasion hit a pure golf shot, but did not grasp what I did correct to emulate it again and again. Now I know. Cheers for the advice, excellent tutor Rick.

[@nanolathe1193]

great video. this is my next step in improving my game is focusing on compressing the golf ball. its really hard to break the habit of trying to pick it clean or hit behind the ball. id say the vast majority of amateur players dont even know this at all. they think youre sposed to pick it clean every time. shifting the weight and focusing on a spot in front of the ball instead of where my club head meets the ball behind it has helped sooo much! what a difference it makes really. and it makes sense too. hitting the ground first has the potential to turn your club head or slow down your speed. even the tiniest margin makes a huge difference when everything is at full speed

[@wicksp335]

Totally agree with every word you wrote here. When I have occasionally got one shot right I’ve been thrilled but didn’t realise why I’d hit so well, just as you said! Pro told me I hit down to the ball rather than forward to target and to focus on a spot just in front to get ball-turf contact. Trying to pick it off clean is too hard to do every time!

[@1809andy]

I’ve watched a lot of your videos but this has to be one of my favourites. Applied this on the range today and hitting irons felt great ... just hope I can do the same out on the course this weekend! Thanks for the tips 👍🏻

[@kevinanderson9687]

Hey Rick - Just watched my first Rick Shiels video and loved it. Looking forward to more tips.

[@nathanjohnston5729]

Great video Rick I’ve sent this link to my mate he definitely needs some help in this regard 😂

[@ryanmayner4646]

Struggled with this for as long as I can remember. I've seen a huge change in striking consistency since making changes to my swing after watching this video - so much so I hit 150 balls at the range today and only had two bad hits. Awesome instructional.

[@jay.001]

Lovely, thank you! Your videos have been substantially helpful. Great instructor.

[@peterlnj]

Your videos are a HUGE help. You explain everything in easy to understand terms. Very practical tips.

[@kristoflingier1996]

Watching this video before going on the course today has improved my game enormously. Not only have I stopped hitting the soil before the ball, I've added tens of yards to my distance and played much straighter. Thank you!!!

[@matthewmadsen859]

Yo rick I love your videos man the help me a lot I have improved tremendously, thank you

[@Reavix1]

Check out Clay Ballard, watched Rick and Clay, but holy crap Clay can describe everything like none other, i mean he's the greatest golf teacher of all if you ask me. his youtube is so thorough, and so explainatory.

[@jesse9264]

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[@scubaseppy]

Your channel is awesome, thanks for all the effort you put into your videos.

[@Kfish1963]

Simple and easy to practice advice. Rotating around the core has never been explained so simply. Thank you, Rick. New fan.

[@majones117]

I'm brand new to the game, and I've been watching hours of tutorials and spending time on the driving range. This video is what finally shows me how to strike ahead of the ball. I have the hardest time shifting my weight at the moment, but I've been taking it slow to get the rhythym of the swing down. Thanks for these helpful videos, you give a ton of information!

[@askthepaperclip]

I always had this problem, and after watching this video, I went out to play a round and hit my 5 iron better than ever! Thanks, Rick!

[@jamesbarr5170]

Very good.Simplicity of teaching is the key.

[@jorgeobregon3225]

These videos are so well made. Congratulations.

[@varnsblownleen]

New to golf. Been playing about 2 weeks now. Your videos have been very helpful. Currently shooting around 110-120. Hoping to reach that 90 mark in the future. Thanks!

[@BCPQ858]

This video literally made me improve my score by 10 strokes. Jesus Christ THANK YOU.

[@dalez9312]

Finally found golf instruction I can watch from the beginning to the end. Thanks Rick.

[@johng.9536]

Great delivery, well paced, clear explanation. Thank you

[@andersdehnkildeberg4552]

Hey Rick - Great videos, very straight forward and easy to understand. Nice and informative without all the excessive and confusing info, that alot of other videos tend to "share". You make it look so damn easy! Great job :)

[@johnhills3611]

It’s like the thought popped into my head and 2 hours later you put out the exact video I needed

[@paultheotherone3892]

Nice one Rick, I love the simplicity of the instruction in this video.

[@Amarok3011]

I’ve watched videos before this. And non of them have nailed this before. All of them just show “swing like this” which your breakdown is quick but explains everything so well. Thanks for your videos!

[@peterknight861]

Best tip yet

[@jramb21]

agreed

[@anthonymartinez3725]

OMG I just played 18 for the first time since watching this and previously my best for 18 was an 89 and I just shot an 83 (+12) on the course near me!! Thank you so much!!!!

[@dougietruter7080]

Love watching this channel, well done Rick!

[@trashcans911]

This is one of my favorite videos, and has helped my play tremendously ‘win clubs’ ‘day with rick’

[@guhmuhtruh]

starting playing golf a few months ago, yesterday I almost got my first birdie, hit the green in regulation with about a 6 foot put on a par 4. Missed the put less than an inch to the left of the hole. Was heartbreaking

[@MitchArch55]

Garrog I’m sorry

[@asdf14051]

I missed a 3 ft birdie putt on a par 3. It wasn’t even close. It was one of the worst putts I’ve ever hit. Still have nightmares about it 😂

[@pres3962]

Arjun Anand I can relate to this all too much, I’m new to golf as well so I’ve just gotta be patient with myself

[@brianherraghry832]

big. tom

[@c4thenerd171]

Lol I just missed a 1 footer yesterday. It had lots of slope but still lmao. And I’ve been playing for a long time

[@CorekBleedingHollow]

Great video but now I have to get out there and actually do it right.

[@scrivdawg0316]

Love this. Best teaching I’ve ever received to fix this miss and I’ve been golfing for 23 years. Thanks, Rick!!

[@kellymcguire5912]

Best iron shot advice I've ever seen! Simple but effective.

[@ericleavitt8952]

This was exactly what I needed right now. I got a bad chunking problem I never had before and I think it's because I'm swaying. Can't wait to go practice this.

[@paularagon4171]

Is it bad form that I like to play wedges more of my back foot?I feel I get more spin and control.

[@kevmehl]

No it isn't. There are times when you want to hit it on your front foot (more loft) or your back foot (more roll). Check out Phil Mickleson's short game video its the best IMO. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZndimqKfrKhg7c

[@davidnowell5161]

Nice and simple. Straight to the point. Thanks Rick

[@jpgiudici2950]

Really like all your videos. Always try to remember your clear information when I’m on the course. Thanks a lot. You are great.

[@donhofmann5945]

Rick, you make it look so simple. However, I'm a bigger man and have trouble getting around myself. Any advice other than Jenny Craig. Lol

[@turtleb7170]

Golf kinematics japan, watch that guys videos i learned from him.

[@gvv1mhh]

I love your videos. To the point, not a lot of unnecessary talk. Definitely deserves a subscribe and like. Keep up the great work.

[@EDiddy4230]

I love these videos, I’ve definitely improved my game by working on this stuff

[@aharte36]

I find the thing that helps me most is to feel like I’m driving through the ball instead of actually hitting it. Sounds weird but it works

[@jaylayalldayjustinnichols5084]

they say hit it to china.

[@cridley2010]

I think the same way! But I like to watch this video after I feel that I'm hitting underneath the ball. So before the next time on the range I'll watch this and practice.

[@williammills8953]

I nearly stopped using my irons. I've started using my hybrids..

[@frankhernandez6883]

thank U Rick. Happiest for the New Year!

[@jordanbackerman5747]

Was having this issue this morning at the range.. signed into KZbin and this was the second video I saw. Was able to self diagnose the weight shift issue! Excited to hit some balls this weekend to focus on staying in the cylinder on the back swing! Thanks, Rick!

[@johnmurray5935]

Think I’ve been putting my long irons way too far forward 😭

[@izacknessel693]

same problem here

[@buddlw]

Love your work RIck!

[@mrartboy1]

Best instructor on KZbin for golf!...learnt so much from him.

[@michaeldunleavy4802]

Rick, I love your videos. I get it when you explain it and I can reproduce it on the driving range right away.

[@terrancepatterson]

Thanks for your video. The visualizations and explanation make it easy to apply your tips.

[@robertclark6117]

Rick love all your tip vids. Really helping my game.

[@stevenlevitsky4593]

Great Video Rick!

[@suicidaldaily]

Your content got me back into golf, here, have my positive interaction.

[@jabsmcfearson]

Great video Rick!

[@fulviofrijo1789]

So practical and easy to follow. Thanks Rick

[@stevemcvay2220]

Would love to see some more videos like this again. Think a ton of people would benefit. People often forget how good Rick is at coaching.

[@vincentgarcia9784]

Love his hitting series.....improved my game immensely

[@mmerritt3479]

Very good detailed video Rick thank you

[@sanjaysharma348]

Rick, awesome contribution to the game and emerging golfers. All your tutorials are immensely valued.

[@mrhotdropper]

Excellent Video Rick.

[@ronanbrand6953]

This video over all other videos I've watched has had the biggest effect on my game . Love Rick's videos

[@benjaminletiecq4932]

THIS IS SO HELPFUL!!! I was chunking it and thinking about my weight being back and this video explains it so perfectly! Rick's the man.

[@Nickasaurus-xo1ee]

Great video Rick

[@darrelljohnson9940]

I have watched a lot of video on this subject and yours is the most simple to understand. Thanks Rick!

[@mikeshiroi3940]

I played Golf yesterday after watching your video and have never hit such good iron shots from 3 iron to lob wedge. Before every shot I went through your routine and I was amazed at how solid and straight I was hitting the ball. Thank you.

[@edwithers9040]

You’ve improved my ball striking!! Thank you!

[@seansharma6281]

Just tried implementing these at the range and it makes such a difference! Thanks bro!

[@johnnywilks1107]

excellent video Rick!

[@scorchogrey2385]

So glad I found these. Great videos.

[@jessetorisky4317]

Fantastic video and tips, Rick, thanks!

[@jeremymaranitch864]

Great video! Thanks for the recording!

[@Miyamoto_Jim]

GREAT vid Rick!

[@iaygun]

Rick, great video Mate!! Went to range this weekend, basically digging my way to China with my iron shots. Your tips make perfect sense and I can’t wait to practice them this weekend. Look forward to watching your other clips.

[@mikecrook8434]

Good video about ball position. Many channels don't mention this topic. The technical flaw in arbitrary guessing where to put the ball in your stance for each club length puts the golfer at a huge disadvantage. Not knowing the low point of your swing for each club length is a major cause of making poor ball contact. When I look at the ball position of different pro golfers (using irons) some put the ball left of center stance, some right of center stance, and some just put the ball in the middle. Those golfers have figured out where the low point of their swing is, which is where the ball should be waiting. I'm passionate about posting my thoughts about this because I JUST learned the importance of ball position after two years of hitting the ball fat due to my ignorance. I played golf for about two years before giving away my clubs (I never broke 100). This was before KZbin. With borrowed clubs and new knowledge of where the natural LOW POINT of my swing is, I'm no longer hitting fat shots which I not only did on the golf course but also on the driving range. Hope this helps someone.

[@atokad5043]

So glad I subscribed to your channel when I picked up my first set of clubs last year. I took to the driving range yesterday and it didn't take long to realize I needed some instruction after being out of it for 4-5 months. I look forward to using your videos again! Thanks Rick!

[@francis9381]

Great tips...I had lost my swing and for 3 years could not play any descent golf. This video has saved my game...thanks! I'm going to watch more of your videos....

[@Allamerican24]

You are the best person ever keep doing videos