(The Move) How to start your downswing

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[@thomaslahr9022]

This is great! And that kid at 9:56 knows exactly what he’s doing!

[@casilatino]

This move you are describing is what people like Milo Lines and George Gankis are also teaching, however, you describe it much more in detail and much better than they do. I have been learning this move for 3 months. I have noticed a difference in my ball flight in a gradual improvement as I get closer to getting closer to doing this move correctly. My point is that I don't have to be doing this move perfectly to see results, but I continue to see better and better results as I get closer and closer to doing this move properly.

[@robertledbetter1242]

Best explanation of how to start the downswing I have ever heard. Eliminates what Homer called “downswing blackout!” Very perceptive.

[@ThePaulkitchen]

Jonathan, your content is incredible. I had this feeling of momentary weightlessness by accident once in my round yesterday.. drove it 300 yards with no effort. Almost felt like I was just along for the ride. What a gem you have uncovered. Thank you for all that you do, I love it all, please keep it coming, you deserve a million subscribers. All the best, Paul

[@ThePaulkitchen]

Jonathan, last week I was able to shoot at 81. My previous best round was 87. Thanks to you, I feel like shooting in the seventies is now attainable. To anyone reading this, do the drills that Jonathan prescribes every single day, visualize your shot, have no swing thoughts during the swing, and you'll be amazed at what comes out! THANK YOU again Jonathan! I'll keep you posted on my progress!

[@ronaldkinder3498]

Excellent video as I have fought my entire golfing career, especially with irons, to hit from the top. Best explanation I have seen on the so called "transition" or how to start the down swing. it is almost like a pendulum, when it hits the top of it's arc, it starts down slowly and gravity pulls it down causing acceleration more at the bottom. Sorry to discover you so late as this video was 4 years ago, but thank you as you are what I was looking for!

[@alfredoacuna781]

Hello, I am Argentine and I write for the Google translator. I have to affirm that this is the most brilliant explanation I have received of a golf swing. My most sincere congratulations to Mr. Taylor for such a brilliant explanation. Thank you.

[@JonathanTaylor63]

Wow, thank you!

[@MrDavewales]

Thank you Jonathon, that really is the missing piece in my jigsaw, what an amazing thought, everything just naturally falls into place after it now feels like it's starting right.

[@jobryty87]

Easily one of the best explanations & teachings of transition from “backswing” to “downswing” I’ve ever heard/watched!

[@StewartJsR]

Not only do I believe you believe this is the secret - I believe you are 100% right :) There is a ton of stuff out there on posterior pelvic tilt - particularly at setup and how this helps rotational turn. But it's never really explained how and why it is so crucial to transition back anterior at a point in your swing. It's the transition and the corresponding amount of transition that in particular defines how far you can hit the ball. More transition means more loading and lag and greater "drop" into the ball - when I saw this and your other video it was easy to sense-make players like DJ, Rory, Tiger, Cameron Champ and how they hit it so pure and so far and look so fluid doing it.T his one little move - you are one of the only golf instructors on the internet that has managed to explain it so well. Thanks

[@blackstrat87]

The most productive lesson I have ever seen. This explains the heretofore "feel" I experience when I'm in synch and really crushing the ball, and with seemingly no effort. "Free-falling" is the magic word... and now you have unlocked the monster. I think that, loaded with this simple and unobtrusive swing thought, I will be able to reliably repeat more often this magic move. Great job...

[@breakthrough8628]

This is another great point. I kind of think of the move as a very very tiny hop, so small of a hop that your feet never actually leave the ground, at the very top of the backswing and then on the landing from the aforementioned hop your downswing comes into play naturally. When "landing" on from the aforementioned "hop" it helps me to weight shift much more easily as well. In my experience this sequence of events makes the inside to outside swing path in which you come across the ball possible. Until I began to do what Jonathan explains so eloquently I had a very hard time coming across the ball. Jonathan I must say you are one of the most articulate golf pros Ive seen.

[@billhrank5327]

Every time I watch this I gain additional valuable insight and information of how to transition and release the club. Your knowledge of the golf swing is amazing and your delivery of information is spot on.

[@irwanmarzuan]

Your choice of words in explaining things is amazing. Heard about this many times before, but you really unlock the benefits of it. Thank you...

[@h.wosnitza9982]

There is no need to watch anyone else give instructions on golf. Excellent and easy to understand video. Thank you Jonathon

[@tradingdaze1]

I've been golfing for 55 years and this is the best description of the "move" I have seen.

[@Rus.golfer]

Man! I am going to delete all the previous vids from other Pro. You are simply the best!!! Respect from Russia 🇷🇺

[@carlor.s.4742]

Wish I'd seen this video earlier this year. I'm really into the Stack & Tilt swing, but when it comes to an intellectual analysis & cogent description of what is important in the golf swing, this video is second to none. Jonathan, you are the Mr. Professor of golf! I will watch this several times over the winter & before the beginning of the golf season next spring.

[@robertledbetter1242]

Once again, for those of you who have struggled for years, this is some of the best information I have ever seen. Certainly, not taking any credit for any more knowledge than anyone else, but what Jonathan is saying here, are the answers to questions that I had asked for years and would only get funny looks.

[@josephtorres3833]

Another amazing illustration. And well out tougher. You will be a sensation on KZbin. Give it time.

[@jackriggs2248]

I just found this video. Phenomenal way of explaining this, incredibly helpful

[@garrisonleykam7520]

Brilliant lesson. I've been able to dramatically improve my swing using the move. And my enjoyment of the game has skyrocketed. I finally feel like I am imprinting the ideal swing. Thank you.

[@SW-jo7vy]

Great basket ball comparison. Never got the AMG explanation of how to transition. This was a great vid that actually translated into onto the course. Thanks!

[@rickstevens9628]

This is just great description of the downswing and advice on what the body is doing. Thank you.

[@woohoo6669991]

I've seen a lot of videos that try to explain the "move" and this one was one of the best. Thanks!

[@tonyreese6416]

I have never heard anyone explain this critical concept so clearly and accurate ! Fantastic - thank you so much !

[@lukesaldanha7255]

This tip eliminated my pushing the ball, improved rhythm and timing, improved distance and quality of contact. The single best tip I have received in 15 yrs. it helped me go from being a teen handicapper to a single handicapper. Amazing.

[@gigicorpus9136]

Thank you so much Jonathan, this "move" really changed my whole understanding of golf. In my mind the downswing is drop in the first part and release in the second part. WOW!!! Makes my golf so easy to hit... I look forward to playing this game for a long time...my best to you and thank you for letting me enjoy this game even more...:)

[@DunnGolfing]

Jonny Boy ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ that's probably the best explanation of the transition I've ever seen 👍👍👍👍 brilliant thanks 👍

[@jeffkung5088]

this is gold. I just tried it next to my bed. totally feel the weightless moment. very peaceful

[@renatetrattnig3272]

I love your step-by-step approach. Will include it in my daily Morning exercice, and will report my Progress in March 2022. Greetings from Austria😃

[@charlesadams431]

Perfect! Good video. I call this move the "Tiger Squat." Or the Rory Dip. Yes. I practice this move all the time. Thanks!

[@johnroberts1708]

Excellent. I'd been working on a hand drop - now realise it's more of a whole body 'drop' - which, hopefully, is a bit easier to groove into the downswing. Thanks

[@irwanmarzuan]

Thanks!

[@JonathanTaylor63]

Thank you!

[@paulfeaman620]

Jonathan, Thanks for helping me connect the dots. I have heard a dozen explanations on starting the down swing but never as clear and logical as you describe. Thanks to your instruction my understanding of the swing and my ability to execute is improving.

[@Tedac69]

Really glad i found this, I have a reasonably solid swing - 5/6 handicap but tend to be too steep as I try and 'hit' the ball the moment I start my backswing, left shoulder pulling and turning and club steepens. I will try the move and hopefully it will help me allow the club to fall into position, hands lower before trying to accelerate. Something to practice whilst we can't play!

[@chrisfid111]

I started playing after my 72nd birthday in November 18. I did play 2 rounds back in the 80's and did not enjoy it much. When I started again I was topping slicing hooking and all over the place... even when I could connect I only was hitting a 7 iron 50 - 80 yards. I have played around 30 games on the local 9 hole and my best round was 53 but often in the 70+ strokes.....I decided to get some tips and started watching your videos, I went to the range yesterday and was consistently hitting the 7 iron 90+ metres - I used around 30 balls and only mishit 2 or 3.... Looking forward to getting on the course again next week! Thank you....you have been a great help

[@DansChessLounge]

Deep video... it's a different concept than what I understood about the downswing. I'm going to make a bunch of practice swings in the home before I take it to the range and see how this changes my results.

[@aflatoonk]

Amazing input and the confidence in it.

[@rejuve50plus59]

How could there be 99 TD's with this video? Priceless content IMO! Thanks for a great channel Jonathan.

[@chuckdaymude4690]

Fabulous explanation Jonathan, the free fall is similar to what we saw Sam Snead do with his "squat". We will get out of the ground what we put in so we need some downforce to create energy that we can use for counter leverage and create speed. Really enjoyed your delivery of this message. Well done and very sound information to all who will take time to invest and understand the "why" about the golf swing instead of just the "how".

[@mickeybarker146]

great explanation of how the freefall sets everything in motion.....something i need to work on.....thx jonathan

[@swisstrader]

The operative words here are: WEIGHTLESSNESS and FLOATING sensation. I discovered this at the start of this season and this vid reinforces the same. When you start to feel like your club is just floating in space, it is a COMPLETELY different sensation than using the hit impulse to go after the ball. I am guessing this is what he is talking about and it is not at all as complex as some are making it out to be. It is more of a feeling or a sensation vs a specific move happening here but once you have that “feeling” engrained, you will hit the ball and swing the club in a very different manner than you are used to.

[@kimmo14]

Great video and well explained, I actually did the move without realising when I was playing my best then got in my own way not knowing I'd struck gold. Added so many yards doing this, and accuracy from not trying to steer the club

[@geoffjowett3532]

yes !! agreed

[@eddietonner1019]

Jonathan, this is what I,be looking for for ages. Tried various thoughts of others. You have indeed “got it” with this explanation. Changed my game unbelievably so. Ciao

[@jmartyswimvids]

I wish I had seen this 10 years ago....it’s spot on, exactly what it feels like when you get the transition right!

[@FredKrisztaLilla]

Thanks for all the great content! This in particular works great for me. I tried it out on the range today and feeling the weightlessness meant everything fell into place: no rushing the backswing, hands stayed loose so good lag, gravity can do its trick so the swing plane can be more horizontal , hips rotated and no more questions about transition. Excellent contact and distance as a result. I also liked how simple and focused on pure feeling it is, which is a great complement to some other videos where you focus on very detailed and technical aspects.

[@JonathanTaylor63]

Thank you, that means a lot.

[@tohism]

Ironically what you described is exactly what you need to do for a successful discus stand throw. As a former collegiate thrower and throws coach the more I learn about the golf swing the more I want to revert back to my discus technique. When you described the take away and the floating sensation it’s what you need as a discus thrower to get the discus moving forward. Because it’s heavy and also because it rests on the your finger tips when you wind up (back swing) you can’t stop or else it will fall out of your hands. But because it’s heavy you need to let the momentum help you start the forward swing which is a fraction of a second behind the legs collapsing and loading against the ground. And the final acceleration is also about the same point in the golf swing. The beginning of the discus throw is also where you create the separation between upper and lower body and create the lag. And for both the swing and discus if you lift up to early it causes a shank which is the most common mistake in discus. And if you do not create separation between upper and lower body the discus hooks and goes left. (If you’re a righty) This video really helped because I realize my best swings are the ones that I feel the least resistance at the top of the back swing and yet have the most separation and lag.

[@JonathanTaylor63]

Brilliant description, than you!

[@williamhon4591]

Hi Jonathan, after I watch your video, I fully understand the weight shift and the release. Thank you very much for this great video.

[@tomeldridge2915]

A really good job of explaining a difficult move to explain. For me the feeling is of the right shoulder and right elbow moving downward and forward as the club stays in the top of the backswing position while my back remains facing the target. This lasts only a fraction of a second before what Sam Snead described as a “ snap crackle and pop ,” which was how he described release. But that first move really is one of free-falling..

[@vchasthos2176]

Jon, you're so articulate in a way about the swing I've never heard from anybody thank you so much

[@php4u]

Jonathan, thank you for the detailed visual explanation of what you are trying to teach us. Good pedagogy.

[@msmeganmole]

Great detailed explanation. Felt exhausted after watching the video because I was feeling what you were explaining. Like I was actually making the swing yet I was sitting down watching the video. Basketball player making the shot helped me understand the free falling feeling. Great teacher. Thank you.

[@vicoinow6745]

Great explanation of the coming down part when its an integral part of a swing or whether its wrong or wright to even incorporate it in your swing.

[@andrewryan6365]

Well done! I like the option to skip ahead or not.

[@gdlblues1]

Thanks Jonathan, so I guess this is what some instructors on the internet call floating.I like the way you explain the golf swing you make it very simple to understand and you get right to the point.I will be working on this move I hope this will help because I do get steep in my downswing and get very handsy and flip at the golf ball.

[@geraldtan8537]

Thank you for a clear and detailed explanation of the "move" (or what some teachers call the "float"). It is the best account I have sseen/heard on KZbin. It also explains how the hands can be still moving up while the body is begining to turn in the opposite direction. As the hands are reaching the top of the back swing, doing a very small squat or dip makes it possible to stretch the arms a little further up as the knees flex a little and the body beings to turn towards the target. The hands are not still as the "move" is being executed. This makes it possible to execute the golf swing in one fluid motion. Without doing the "move" it is difficult to keeep moving the up up while turning the hips toward the target. Thank you again for your generosity in sharing your vast experience and expertise with us. Your kindness is much appreciated.

[@appydaze9419]

What you are describing at 3.48 is exactly what Hogan did. He figured it out way back then. Greg Norman also did it. Good vid .

[@mickeybarker3170]

the falling sensation is the best downswing initiation ive ever seen......totally get that....

[@timothycarry]

It is hard to put in the free falling part when your mind is thinking hit that ball as far as you can. The best I can do is the rolling through a stop sign feeling at the top of the back swing.

[@Peter-we8iw]

Excellent graphic illustration and explanation of the body movements and physical forces that make up a classic golf swing. Really impressive video.

[@wreckim]

Jonathan, I feel as though you've just performed your version of Beethoven's 9th....really. This, if there is a trick in golf, is the trick that keeps all of us amateurs from going below a 5 handicap. This is what a 'great' golfer has at any age...what Player had today teeing off ceremonially at the Masters at age 83 and what that kid in your vid has...the move that creates the lag, which leads to an effortless whip-like effect when the change of direction happens as the body lifts and releases its energy. Thanks for the lesson...of a lifetime....now performing it, timing it, and owning it is the search...my goal.

[@martindonnelly3654]

Excellent video Jonathan, but what I genuinely feel that what many, but very low or elite amateurs struggle to deliver within is, is a lack of tension. The vast majority try and steers the club and it's face through gripping and swinging for dear life

[@JonathanTaylor63]

Great point!

[@dannysaiz6072]

That concept of free falling blew me away.

[@robertojeda9557]

Thank you very much, this free flow movement is how I started when I first was learning the swing but I kind of hurt my back and I even started learning left handed cuz I didn’t wanted to give it up, since I didn’t know the fundamentals, but now a year and a half ago I’m more happy with my swing and I’m back now to right handed, but this video helped me be not afraid of if letting go and I now feel what you’re saying here... so thank you so very much

[@s2k442]

Excellent explanation of the downswing

[@erichshuler3167]

Hi Jonathan, Love this stuff. So I respectfully offer this feedback. I'm American and love basketball. Also a strength and conditioning specialist. In my opinion, your use of basketball is spot on, BUT, again respectfully, I would explain the situation a little differently from your idea of unweighting the body. When Steph Curry or any basketball player dips the hips (and bends the knees and ankles) before the jump shot, they're doing it to pre-stretch the muscles. They do it for two simple reasons: 1) because a pre-stretched muscle, obviously, can produce much more downward force into the ground (which ultimately produces upward movement of the body) than a muscle that isn't pre-stretched, and 2) because it gives the mind a feel for the ground, which they will then push down into in order to produce a jump off the ground. If a golf student doesn't understand this idea, just ask them to try to jump off the ground without first dipping to stretch the muscles. It doesn't work. At the top of the golf swing, the unweighting you're talking about (again, as I understand it and want to clarify) is about letting the club start free falling toward the ground. And in a sense, with a dip, there's a tiny free fall of the hips toward the ground, but, as with a basketball jump shot, that free fall is done in order to load the slightly stretching muscle fibers in the glutes, hammies, etc. It also gives the mind a feel for the ground, which is then can use to push against to turn the hips on the downswing.

[@JonathanTaylor63]

Hi Erich, we never stop learning and I totally get the stretch feeling during the move/transition. Thanks for the knowledge!

[@ianhicken5325]

Hi Jonathan,I cannot emphasise enough how important this move is,it has helped me enormously in my consistency,if you are not doing this in your golf swing then you will never achieve the level of ball striking that you seek,,many thanks,,,ian

[@MrShank12u]

Spot on instruction my friend !!! You have me ripping the cover off of the ball!!!

[@宇宙の光-m8c]

You are the best teacher for golf swing s. My swing has been improved a lot since I met with you ! Thanks a lot !

[@cuchuallin]

Man if that ain't the greatest instructional video I've ever seen! superb!

[@罗杨-t9r]

Brilliant explanation about the move. Really answers my doubt of many years.

[@johnnyparker9928]

I'll have to say this is great. The SQUAT explained. Yes all great players do this either consciously or subconsciously it's evident in the videos.

[@matPolaschek]

Seems to make sense and can certainly be seen in a lot of players. Adam Scott is one that looks as though he doesn't drop at all and just rotates.

[@JonathanTaylor63]

You are right it is very difficult to see in Adams swing but his interaction with the turf is clear to see through the ball.

[@matPolaschek]

@@JonathanTaylor63 I was using this move out at the range today and it really increased my club head speed and ease of swing. It felt like quite a subtle move, if I over did it I lost the speed.

[@JonathanTaylor63]

Let your body decide how much it uses and whatever you do don't think about it when hitting a ball. Thanks for trying it!

[@brian_____7196]

👍The squat may give the appearance the hands are moving slower, but really they're moving faster into a position that's going to bend the shaft even more! Sergio & Tiger: 2 greats at down-cocking in the swing!

[@karlallen6055]

Was skeptical at first but a big thank you, getting to the bottom of the ball for the first time in ten years.

[@ivanostojcic8031]

This is the biggest secret not many pro teachers share it with their students. Thanks a lot for this

[@mikespens6069]

I actually found going from a S300 to R300 shaft I started hitting a pure shot that went straight and I grew in confidence and it felt like I was throwing darts at the target

[@michaelsparks8632]

The Move! My number One Goal!

[@완강]

The grip end goes to the left foot until the grip goes to parellel level at your waist and the grip end goes to the opposite direction in follow through,even Bryson Dechambeu does that way

[@rickgarza265]

I swear if anyone watched this instruction video and opted out, they have missed the most jmportant key of hitting a golf ball correctly. Jonathan you could not have elaborated the steps any better ....and you concluding with an exhale know that you are proud of what you are doing to help us slicers strike a ball effectively. Yes I have like and have also subscribed to your channel my friend. Thank you sir !!

[@mquartarone]

Wow - never heard this concept of "weightlessness", brilliant! This just might be the "Secret"

[@chiplege]

Superbly explained Jonathan

[@treaty3nation]

LOL "There's light at the end of the tunnel" Great video.

[@pjay3028]

I understand exactly what you're saying on this, but I think there is slightly more to it. I think there is a jumping action involved, just prior to the fall. I can only explain this by thinking that, at the top of the backswing, you are inside a box. The lid of the box is just touching the top of your head. Now the challenge is to get both feet off the ground, but obviously you can't jump up or get any higher due to the box lid. To do this you would sharply drop your hips and bend your head lower, and acting against this downwards force of movement of your body, you would be able to pull your knees upwards towards your hips, thereby lifting your feet whilst simultaneously dropping your head to stay under the lid. You could then hold this slightly crouched position and fall back onto the floor of the box. That's then the fall which you refer to. But you need to get into the crouched position I described to really make it work properly. That's what I find anyway.

[@michaelsparks8632]

Love your explanation of "The Move" Jonathan, I just found your "3Tips for a Perfect Release", absolute Gold! I predict you will have a Monsoon of followers once the word gets out. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!

[@FITVIDS1]

Great job explaining this. I've always tried to get my arms to accelerate from the top which has caused an over the top swing. I'll give this a whirl and see what happens. thanks

[@willyforbin58]

Great advices and tips as usual. Thanks Jonathan!

[@KieranHannon1]

Best instructional videos on KZbin. Thanks

[@markyork2551]

Love the eloquence and humbleness in delivery Jonathan.I am going for a lesson later today in England and will use this video as the core for discussion.I was already considering a slight lift( in pressure at least) of the left heel and then a replanting (feeling)to initiate a similar "move" scenario.Not sure as yet whether to have the Mike Malaska type shaft tipping/hands in front or a more club head "laid off" or behind thought whilst allowing the club to freefall.Ideally just let it flow I guess as i can imagine too much manipulation will only bring back tension.Anyway thanks for your continued online content bud much appreciated.

[@KallRamanathan]

1 word, no 2 words - simply brilliant !!

[@billlogue6260]

I totally get it, but have a little problem executing it! Great instruction!!

[@steveplyler8077]

Super video - Great for me as I have aged perhaps not gracefully as I got away from the move as shown; Been struggling - aging seems to cause decent players to seek to hold onto what they have and therefore in trying to maintain the lost of distance allow elements of their swings to change --- results being in my case extreme inconsistency. Thanks

[@golfhead2169]

dam..that was great..40yrs of sometimes crushing the ball..now i cant wait to play with some young guns..and out crushem..subscribed! Regards from Canada..Don

[@chairmanmeow3693]

Excellent explanation! Can't wait to hit the range tomorrow and try it

[@fproszek]

Do your old baseball swing. You'll immediately see a shoulder load and turn of shoulder and hips with the "lag" everyone talks of. We've been doing it since t-ball, only in golf we start with the club on the ground. For chuckles, face it up then rest the club on shoulder, take a batter stance and hit the ball. Works pretty good, huh?

[@MiloLinesGolf]

frank frank I agree. You should subscribe to my channel I teach the game by applying the motion learned in other sports to this one with great success

[@johntamani4679]

Best info about the downswing .

[@johnbhoy67]

Fantastic. I can't wait to get to the range to try it out. Thank you.

[@steveking2144]

There is still snow on the ground.... and Coronavirus everywhere ...uggh what a world....but I can't wait to get out to the range to try this!

[@johnffloretta3052]

Great stuff, best golf instruction series on KZbin, thanks.

[@nerd9992]

Jon is a biomechanist. Great explanation.