How To Tilt Your Shoulders In The Golf Swing (3 DRILLS!)

[@CraigFairbanks-n4i]

I hit on this the other day and it was the answer. The stretch tells you if you have it right or not. Drilled rockets once I got it down. I was also hitting everything on the heal now doing this correct all dead center strikes. Your video confirmed for me how important it is. 👍❤️

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks for the note Craig

[@Graham-bg3ij]

This Sounds very much like the stack and tilt guys who are very good by the way - And understanding how the spine works ( multi functional) is a huge key of understanding how the shoulders will work- most golfers ( not all ) won’t work on drills for even 10 minutes a week - some good points well done

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Graham. Andy and Mike are friends of mine, outstanding teachers both

[@Graham-bg3ij]

@@Scratchgolfacademy your welcome - I should say I am a pga coach of 40 plus years , throughout 6 countries- currently based in china I would like to earn my S and T certification- if you have any suggestions- keep up the good work- best - Graham

[@kglimdi]

Great drills.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks

[@doreenbradley8578]

Great explanation. Best instructor on line. Thanks for the help.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks very much Doreen. All the best, Adam

[@jeffreyyoungblood7438]

This is exactly what I was looking for. Been having a lot of inconsistency in the backswing. Confused about exactly what to look for and it messed with my head constantly which made me go out and shoot 80 one day and 100 the next. Can't wait to work on this. Thank you so much.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Glad to hear it was helpful to you Jeffrey. All the best, Adam

[@valleyforge-1777]

Adam ... what I really like about your videos is that we get to see *you* swing very early in the vids ... you show us great rhythm. We can feel it by seeing it. I have 2 seconds of your driver swing on my phone so I can watch it on the golf course before I hit a tee ball .. we see it, then you explain it. Nice.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks very much, and glad you're finding the videos helpful. All the best, Adam

[@CKGolfer]

Very good! I love that you wish us well! You are the only one I watch who does that. Much appreciated!

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks CK. All the best, Adam

[@CMEAGAIN]

Those fairways look magnificent

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks. Mediterra has Platinum Paspalum fairways. All the best, Adam

[@DosLobos]

Thanks AB just what I was looking for

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Glad you liked the video. Best, Adam

[@tonyshans2226]

Adam....After struggling for 15 years making consistent contact on my shots from the fairway and rough, you have finally opened up the "genie bottle" for my game...I watched this video and, worked on the exercises you recommend in order to develop a good side bend...I've just got done playing the second round this week after using your training exercises and concentrating on the side bend method you teach here and, I can say, without question, these have been the most consistent rounds of golf I have experienced since I have become somewhat proficient at the game...I can't thank you enough for these somewhat simple concepts and exercises...Tony Shans

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks for the note Tony, and very glad you've made progress. All the best, Adam

[@Lufkindaytrading]

You show people a simple UNDERSTANDING of this wonderful game... Which then gives a person confidence and enjoyment... Break that down and you find self worth! Amazing amazing videos!!!! THANK YOU AGAIN!!!!

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks for the kind comment Taylor. All the best, Adam

[@arthurford829]

These are really good. Very clear and informative.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Arthur, glad you like the videos. All the best, Adam

[@lenardtan7169]

Wonderful drill tips

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Lenard Best, Adam

[@davee3951]

Thanks Adam. Your swing is a fine example of how the shoulders should tilt during the back swing and down swing. I really like your idea of thinking about getting the left ear closer to the ground, to get better shoulder tilt rather than trying to do something with the shoulders. I assume that the right ear does the same thing during the downswing. I guess that this feel would be similar to the old swing thought...ear/head on a pillow.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Dave. Yes, I agree with you on all counts. Best, Adam

[@김성수-d9l3k]

Yes Sir, Right ! Side Bending was the answer ! Left side bending at the beginning of Backswing was really important and the key. 왼쪽옆구리를 굽힌다/접는다 - 왼쪽어깨가 ball을 향하게 하면 더 쉽게 된다.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Glad the video was helpful for you. All the best, Adam

[@gunslinger2012ful]

Great video Adam!

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks very much Sean. Best, Adam

[@haruncordan4726]

Nice video. Can you expand on the shoulder tilt plane with 9 iron versus driver - does it get shallower or steeper, and if so, is there some guidance to how much. Videos online tend towards a certain club, when in reality there are subtle changes as you move through the clubs. Would be good to see the 9 to driver range as you then have both ends of the scale. Thank you!

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Huran. You should always have shoulders pretty much perpendicular to the spine. Standing a little taller at address on longer clubs would account for any differences. Best, Adam

[@tribalwarlord]

The shoulder turn for different lengths of the clubs is where I usually get it wrong. Good lesson, Adam. Please let us hear the crispy sound of your golf shot during the lesson. That sound is not only addictive but also encouraging 😊

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks for the positive comment. Best, Adam

[@bluemoon47]

@@Scratchgolfacademy ,

[@iesudsy]

Excellent tips and what amounts to great warm up exercises.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Ian, glad you found the video useful. All the best, Adam

[@dennisracer6723]

Great tip Adam. I have a tendency to stand up too straight so I have been concentrating on getting the right spine angle before I do anything else. What has helped me the most is thinking about keeping my right shoulder down under my chin through the hitting zone. Tnis helps me keep that shoulder angle too.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Sounds good Dennis. Thanks, Adam

[@alexandranoble6345]

Great straight forward explanation and easy to do anywhere drills

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Alexandra. All the best, Adam

[@jeff-kf5oe]

Very helpful Adam.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Jeff. Best, Adam

[@markhagen7719]

Thanks again for the tips.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Glad you like the videos Mark. Best, Adam

[@williamdelamare9599]

Thanks for the tip

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Glad you liked the video William. Best, Adam

[@edwardbrown6901]

Great video Adam. From the top of the back swing is where most people have the problem coming down..can you show more stuff from the top of the back swing to impact..thanks

[@edtompkins]

Adam - definitely show the next step (shoulder turn from the top to impact) please

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

I'll try to get to that Edward. Best, Adam

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks, I'll try to get to that. Best, Adam

[@rogerreid6801]

Thanks great video

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Roger. Best, Adam

[@steveperry1344]

adam, i've always i believe turned too flat and i could get away with it when i had a teed ball but have struggled with the ball on the ground, yhis should help, thnx.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks, hope you make progress Steve Best, Adam

[@Bizzaro500]

Another great drill! Thank you

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks for the comment. Best, Adam

[@maxmirni2768]

thx

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

👍👍

[@JL-qo7cs]

Another great video. I hadn't heard of this tilt thing before. At least not to this extent.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks JL. Best, Adam

[@lovetogolf4184]

Excellent!!

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks very much! Best, Adam

[@brontynwarner7031]

Hey Adam, are you keeping weight as per STACK AND TILT? regards Bront.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Brontyn, Stack & Tilt is a centered pivot going back, not reverse pivot as many people think. So, yes, I like that look. Best, Adam

[@ignacioortigas9730]

Greatest

[@Jackybug]

Finally, someone that knows what they are talking about.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks very much

[@williamreichert4798]

So then when. you. do this ( bend the spine toward the left foot in the backswing, (or drop. the left hip in the backswing) the head will drop as demonstrated by Michelle Wie?

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

William, Yes, if you do it that much

[@federationspace5264]

S.G.A., is this video essentially the backswing in a nutshell? I've been trying to figure out whether to just rotate the body like this lesson intimates, or if i should push the left hand back (a la Gary Woodland) - these are two completely different approaches. Any insight is much appreciated!

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Michael, As far as what someone 'thinks' of, or how they think of it is not so important. What is necessary is that they move/swing well. I'd suggest looking at your swing on film, then you'll have a sense of what's needed. I hope this helps. Best, Adam

[@anthonylennen4067]

Wow Adam that first drill - I don't feel that trail arm right side stretch when I swing like I do in that drill. I need to work on this. Tony

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Tony, hope you make good progress. Best, Adam

[@davee3951]

I didn't have that stretch either until I modified the finish of my lower body turn. I use the right side oblique muscle (trailside just above the hip) to start an inward turn and then finish the turn with a move of the pelvis toward the inside of the right knee. You can think of turning the bottom of your zipper as representing what you want to turn into your trail leg. It has been a magic move for me. I don't have to think about turning the shoulders or chest because they just go along for the ride. This move eliminates sway and ensures an on plane hip and shoulder turn.

[@DanielSmith-ug7ri]

This is a issue I have in my swing. Great video

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Daniel, glad you found it helpful. Best, Adam

[@bh5606]

I'm not sure how to get out of that position at the top of the downswing and move back to the ball. I feel stuck up there. Like the video.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Ben, hope you can sort it out. All the best, Adam

[@johnallen9466]

From a face on view do you teach side bend away from the target at address? If so, should it increase as you move from short irons to driver. It would appear that most current PGA players have very little, but is there an advantage for the older golfer.?

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

John, Yes there would be a little spine tilt away from the target at address, especially on a driver. Best, Adam

[@CorekBleedingHollow]

I wish I could tilt and turn like the pros and even scratch golfers for that matter. I’m only 28 and the camera shows me standing up out of posture every damn time. What really sucks is that I feel like I’m turning. What I feel isn’t real.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Could be that you’re rolling the club flat which would generally flatten the turn. Try it in front of a mirror and see if you can work it out. At adambgolf.com you can request info on ‘summer touring golf schools’ I do if interested

[@neverstopkko4693]

Gooooooooooood. . .

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks! Best, Adam

[@johnmartin4332]

Could lack of enough tilt cause blocks? How far should I stand from the ball with more tilt?

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Yes, it could cause that John. I have a couple of videos at the channel on how far to stand from the ball, I hope you'll find them helpful. All the best, Adam

[@kentirwin8850]

What are the benefits of having more shoulder tilt?

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Kent, It really comes down to having a stable axis (spine in roughly the same place as viewed from face on & down line), that's all the tilt you need. Hope this helps. Best, Adam

[@kentirwin8850]

@@Scratchgolfacademy thank you for clarifying. I noticed some golfers come off axis when they tilt, so sounds good if they stay on axis, adds power?

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Power & consistency

[@budfox2337]

I was wondering the same thing. I turn but don’t tilt, if I’m going to go through hell to make the change. I want to know why and what is the benefit.

[@mattmoo1007]

Whenever I have a golf swing question I'll watch a bunch of videos. Then I'll watch Adam and get an answer I find easier to actually use.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Matt, nice of you to say. All the best, Adam

[@jimsarlanis2214]

Whenever I've tried to add more shoulder tilt in my backswing, I end up hitting it very fat. Could you address this in a future video?

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Jim. Likely straightening out the wrists too soon, at least as a guess. Best, Adam

[@fisbruj]

My coach just taught me this and warned of fat shots until I got the hang of it. For me adjusting ball position and keeping lag helped. I have never hit it so straight.

[@jimsarlanis2214]

@@fisbruj Thanks

[@lendzubow]

When I do this, I feel my arms are restricted and stay too low. Any ideas?

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Leonard, Hard to say without seeing you swing. I'd get in front of a mirror and mentally map out a good top of the backswing position for yourself. Hope this helps. Best, Adam

[@declancurley7778]

Adam... yourself and Eric are obviously in cahoots with each other 😉. The format of the viids are soooo similar. These aids have been available for years and are not the answer! The only answer is good focused practice rounds on the course... not these gimmicks.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Well, your entitled to your opinion. I've known Eric for a few months, and I think highly of him. The pro's try all kinds of things to work things out, not just practice round on the course. No hard feelings. Best, Adam

[@gregboggs4721]

Rugbymad Curls So you’re here to criticize someone that has been mentored by one of the world class, hall of fame golf teachers! Please let us know where your channel on here is and maybe then we can learn all the things that has been wrong with our golf swings, or maybe you can start you own golf academy.

[@declancurley7778]

@@gregboggs4721 Flippin eck Greg... keep yer head covers on. There's more important things in life man. I don't have a you tube channel cause i don't want one. Just warning peeps not to purchase every gadget that's going... go and do some hard work whatever sport you do... on the course like every other athlete... pro, am or leisure player 😉😖👍💪🤜🤛.

[@anthonylennen4067]

@@declancurley7778 Adam is a great teacher. Go troll on Twitter or one of the Yahoo chat boards.

[@StephenR-nf9wb]

Why not just tell them, on the backswing, let the right leg straighten (but not lock) and the left knee flex forward/back...

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Stephen, That would be part of it, but it wouldn’t guarantee correct spine tilt No worries Best, Adam

[@NomadJoe0323]

You must be a “picker” rather than a “digger”. That 9 iron in the beginning had no divot whatsoever. 😆

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

It varies a little. It's lush spongy turf at Mediterra, so club skids off ground a little. All yhe best, Adam

[@tomasranta6154]

Greg Norman was a picker too. He used to say “a high ball is a long ball”.

[@keenbytes1333]

That's an obtuse angle your describing when you're taking about Grant. Your bended stick early in this video doesn't make sense either. There are pivot angles, which in their own, change during a golf swing.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Neal, We'll have to disagree. I've spent nearly 40 years looking at this thing, with lots of input from many of the game's best teachers. Not sure what your credentials are, but we'll have to disagree. Adam

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

By the way, you'll notice I said 'pretty acute' angle, the obvious inference being more, rather than less bend. Grant Waite's teachers (during those years) are friends of mine also. Again Neal, not sure what your credentials are

[@keenbytes1333]

@@Scratchgolfacademy An acute angle is less than 90 degrees. The angle you referenced was more than 90 degrees, which is an obtuse angle. Just trying to help. :)

[@ignacioortigas9730]

Greatest

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Ignacio!