Malaska Golf LIVE / GRIP / Episode 1: What Golf Fundamentals Are Keeping You From Playing Your Best

[@amigopheasantkiller]

Usually I think a video about grip should only take 3 minutes but this 30 minute video was worth every second.

[@radloffgordon9344]

Brilliant simple practical logical explanations & demonstrations of the mechanics of the golf club/hands grip 👍👍👍

[@saitama1717]

Watched about 40 different golf KZbinrs, this is the only method/approach that has resonated and fixed large parts of my game. He simplified the game so much for me

[@theofit]

If you haven't already.. thank this man for this golden, logical, simple, and FREE information that he is giving you. Thank you Mike! You and Shawn Clement deliver instruction in such a beautiful way. Hope you are doing well and hope you are still helping people get out of their own way.

[@gaintoctopus]

Both the grip tip and the philosophy about align it with your body joints are so awesome!

[@StephanieBevis]

I come from a physical medicine profession and I love anatomy and technique. This is definitely the very best video on HOW TO GRIP THE CLUB by far. Also that the left limb and the right limb have their own specific role. Brilliant. Many years ago I introduced a friend to golf and after her first game, where she shot in the low 90’s she said “ So what is so difficult about this game” and I can remember answering “ you wait ‘til you learn how to hit the ball properly then you will realise how difficult golf can be.”

[@gtflyer]

An update, Tonight at the range I made the change in my grip, just as Mike suggested. Took me 3 or 4 swings to get it sorta right. Still have to Relax my shoulders, arms and hands more, but I was able to hit my 23 * rescue 195 yrds carry, swing speed ramped up to an amazing 110 mph. Now, some may say, that's not all that great, but, I'm 72, have a curved & twisted spine, and arthritis in my lower back, Once I get more relaxed I expect to see even better results. So, a Huge thank you Mike..

[@christopherwhitehead8946]

Those numbers are impressive for 72

[@gtflyer]

@@christopherwhitehead8946 actually it was a 22* rescue, not a 23. Last night I bested that 195, and hit 2 with my 22* rescue one went 224 and one went 222 yards. Thank you..the stars must have been aligned just right..lol

[@ironsideeve2955]

Sounds pretty bloody good to me mate, I'm 40 and carry my 4H 230 yards when I step on it, so really ur ahead of me

[@Weshopwizard]

Time to shoot your age!!!!!!!!

[@mvman4122]

I was a confident free swinging, John Daly style swinger, 3 hdcp at 30 years old. Was “advised” to shorten my backswing and I could be scratch. I played twice a week. Those first ever lessons ( the Ballard connection) destroyed my love for golf and my confidence. This is the BEST teaching, preaching I’ve ever heard. At 72 my hdcp is 13. I went out last time and using Mikes ideas and shot 39/41/80 with 36 putts. There’s HOPE! Blessings Mike!

[@capkarr]

Mike it's you that is the inspirituation actually! You might not know this but so many of my students are getting so much better thanks to you.

[@glenntreacy349]

Abosultely the best coach online. There is so much information at there which makes all of us golfers confused and frustrated. Can't wait to watch more content and take out to the course. Well done Mike.

[@shofey]

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[@sepetisionelatu5539]

Agreed!

[@ovepettersson7131]

I just wanna say:.......THIS IS SO GOOD!! Thank You for giving this to us.....

[@jackbombeeck4958]

One thing i always atruggled with was this: at setup there is an angle between the arms and the club, and with low grip pressure the club and arms will want to be in a straight line during the downswing. This results in the clubface being opening at impact, and the ball taking off to the right. I've tried to forcefully keep the setup angle intact during impact, which can only be done with tight hands and arms, and it gives very inconsistent results. Now you talk about the strong left hand grip, and that makes perfect sense! With the club and arms extended to a straight line, the clubface is square! 😊. Thanks for your videos.

[@mikeobrien1559]

I'm glad I watched this again. I used to play with a left hand grip that was so strong, a friend called it "a three knuckle grip with the wrong three knuckles".😏 In an effort to become more orthodox, I made it a lot more neutral. It's been years of frustration. Every time I get the nerve to try my old grip again, it just works, but it's so odd, I feel like I have to return to something more orthodox. When I bend over and hang my left arm, as you suggest, my hand falls right into the position of my crazy strong left hand grip. So, I'm off to the range to take back my game. Thanks, Mike.🙏🏻

[@jerrywhite5237]

Thanks for this video. I have been playing the senior tees . I am 74 and after this video played the regular tees and shot a 38. My swing is back.

[@sheilaalexander9135]

I've been playing golf for 60 years. Joined a local club when I was 16 and got down to a handicap of after a few years. For 40 years I've been trying to figure out what I did when I was young. I've been looking at your site for the past two days and your first golf live brings back memories of how I used to play. Am really looking forward to going out tomorrow and playing. I'm now 78 years and really appreciate your wealth of experience which you share in a very non-egotistic way. All your trials and tribulations have led you to being a wonderful teacher.

[@christiaantollefsen7913]

I changed my grip to match my natural arm position (stronger) and moved the grip into my fingers as you demonstrate.. The results were hard to believe honestly. Ball flight went 15 yds farther with a slight draw. What a simple change with an enormous impact. Thank you so very much for this video. Made golf much more fun. I am a mid high 70's player. Soon to be even with your instruction. Sincerely appreciate your work.

[@Justoneofthepeople]

I played to a 3 handicap by the age of 17, gave the game away for 35 years, come back to golf 6 years back got a lesson and had grip changed (to neutral opposing palms) and have never been able to find the feel I had as a young fella. just picked up a club and extended my arms adjusted the face square when straight, addressed a ball,, hey presto, back to my old days strong grip, cant wait to get to the range to give it a crack. Great Information Mike, Thank you

[@thedokes1]

I had no idea how "neutral" my grip had become until I viewed this video. I was one who opened the clubface in the first 12 inches of takeaway and spun it back for contact. I hit some decent shots from time to time and got my HC down to 7. After a great round two weeks ago (one-over) everything fell out is sync and my last two rounds were 92s - one being in league competition. After viewing this video I decided to commit to changing my grip and I watched Mike's balancing video. Just came back from the range and wow! If a lightning storm wasn't approaching I could have easily stayed there for another two hours. It was fun again, much less effort, and I could finally feel the club in front of me and slightly moving me back to lever the shaft. A really nice pattern appeared and my 140yd- 8 iron was now 7-10 yards further. Thank You Again Mike

[@bhutia10]

You described me to a T! I stumbled onto the idea of strengthening my grip because I had a neutral grip and I tended to cup my wrist. This resulted in timing issues in squaring up the face. I tried a strong grip as a last resort to get some consistency and I was amazed!! This led me to search for more information and I found this video. Feels good to know that the fix I "discovered" is a legit way to play.

[@mazono]

Hi again Mike, another reflection. There's much confusion about wrists and the role they play. Probably misconceptions. You mention @12:23 "...you cannot use your wrists too much.", and @12:52 "...they (the wrists) are extremely ACTIVE.". Padraig Harrington stresses active wrists as well, as the means for speed and distance. Well, active? No. But are they moving quickly relative to the forearms? Yes. So, I think the wrists should be passive, thus allowing for hinging and rehinging. They should follow the club as it swings, but without losing the grip. Think about Iron Byron. Or Bobby Jones. In essence, I believe that the hands should not impose forces that obstruct the handle of the swinging club. But the wrists must of course flex to avoid that. Perhaps is that active? Or is it passive? Semantics, but important semantics. Anyway, gravity and the momentum of the club will take care of the rest.

[@josch5736]

Oh Mike, thirty minutes to just lean back and enjoy this time full of wisdom. Episode 1 means, there will follow a few other, I hope. Unbeatable.

[@nicholasricchiuto8923]

Mr. Malaska, I have never had control over the ball like I had today. I was effortlessly commanding the clubface and damn did it feel good. Golf instruction today is how to change gears, where learning the grip is like knowing how to operate the clutch. Your instruction and communication ability is world class. Not a wasted word and this video might just be the most important 30 minutes I have ever spent learning about the golf swing. Thank you, it really sunk in and was a pleasure to learn from you.

[@davidyoung7470]

When I saw the length of the time on this gripping video I thought. ”You've got to be kidding”. Wow was I wrong! Every minute had great information. Mike, you are the best instructor out there. This will help my game.

[@gammadan1228]

I was thinking the same thing. Great video

[@boydbowman9838]

1st Class as usual.

[@massagegarage9261]

Always a pleasure listening to Malaska talk golf.

[@MsRocketRoy]

I did that yesterday, I strengthened my grip as you said and it immediately started me hitting drive long and straight, no sign of the fade/slice I had before. WOW!!

[@chobone]

After watching this video, and your others, I realized I've been holding the golf club wrong after 25 years of playing this game. Thank you Mike, you're the best teacher around.

[@roryg54]

69 years old, multiple physical issues, couldn't hit a sand wedge more than 30 yards. I changed my grip according to this series and hey presto, 50-55 yards with the sand wedge. The only change was the grip. I joined the Malaska website and OMG, there is enough info there to keep you busy for a year or more. What I really like is that he tells me WHY something works.

[@tinytoons2517]

Hey Mike, I think a bunch of golf instructors are going to come after you especially after sharing this juicy tidbit, finally a golf master that actually giving us transparency, truth on a simple grip technique that can help alot of weekend warriors hit the ball much more consistent . . . I am but your humble servant, ask and you shall receive!

[@jonhegg2078]

Absolutely the most clear and defensible advise on grip I have ever been shown. My path towards destruction was similar Mike. Thank you for the redirection. Talk about epiphanies!!.

[@conradwales100]

I am a 5.2 handicap and have had lessons from the greats in instruction. However, Mike I can honestly say your instruction has been awesome. Literally made a impact immediately. Playing better than ever and LOVE LOVE LOVE your stuff. Thanks. Chippping, Putting, and Transition have been life savers. Keep it going... please.

[@olk3]

Thanks!

[@bobgolden939]

Mike this is just BRILLIANT. Dear God my grip was so weak for 20 years until this. Just thank you.

[@octopuss76]

you are the man. you changed my game up in less than a week with these vids. it’s an honor.

[@bamabaso]

This is the best golf lesson I have ever had. Live, pre-recorded, in person, on course, wherever! This is simply the best lesson I've ever had. You have put so much thought into your game and I want to say thank you for sharing it!

[@1Tagmetals]

Hands down one of the best videos I've watched in years about the grip. You have helped me achieve a low single digit hdcp once again with simplicity. Thanks, mate!!!

[@chillwill1622]

Amazing my man, have played for over 25 years and struggled because I did not understand the role of the right hand. Just hit some balls, best contact ever

[@buckvarner3661]

I believe totally in what Mike is teaching. I too gripped the club like Mike as a 10 year old starting out and I have been playing for 53 years and of all the lessons on golf on the internet these days, this is the best way to start or fix or improve your game. Thanks Mike for making it easy. Please keep it up! Buck Varner South Carolina

[@robertburrows4023]

There really is no need to look at any other site! Mike you are without doubt the best teacher on the planet! 👍👍👍

[@supabe45]

Thanks Mike, this has really changed my game. The grip is the most important part of the game.

[@brucerulz5297]

Thank you sir. You speak my language. Common Sense. This is the best lesson/advice I have ever heard. Your analogies are spot on and easily transferable to the golf swing.

[@gaoyhhot]

This is the best video about grip I watched so far and it solved my issue for sometimes hitting the ball with lower launch angle and hitting the top of the ball. Before I watched this video I thought my issue could be that I did not have cosistent club head height control. After I watch this video and use left arm to natually lift the club and check the head face I noticed that the head face sometimes too close. After I correct the face I could consistently have good contact. What I learned is that after I hit several balls the head face gradually become too close. Not sure if my grip too loose. Anyway now I always check the head face using the method in this video and the contact becomes much consistent!

[@seanstanfordgraves1269]

Speaking from a long-time neutral grip, chasing the perfect flip, this video is blowing my mind a bit. Can't wait to get to the range.

[@louislazarus9253]

Hey Mike, you are the man! I've been playing golf since 1957 and teaching since I retired in 2009. Your videos are awesome but if I could simply suggest one small thing, it might help a bunch of golfers. In and around 24:04 in this video, you are demonstrating your golf swing. Your right wrist is moving a certain way. However, since you are standing STRAIGHT UP and also your upper body is not "twisting" back around to the left, it might confuse some people. My suggestion would be to demonstrate this right wrist move while in your actual SETUP position with your chest facing somewhat down toward the ground and also do this slowly as you begin your DOWN swing back toward the impact zone. Not sure if this is clear but if you understand what I'm trying to express, golfers will see how this move ACTUALLY WORKS DYNAMICALLY. When I teach my students, they seem to understand the concept better when demonstrated in the actual position rather than if I stand straight up. I think a lot of golfers believe the swing is more horizontal than vertical when actually it's a combination of the two. I'm just trying some constructive suggestions. Love the videos. Wish you were closer. I'm in Half Moon Bay not far from Half Moon Bay Golf Links/Ritz-Carlton.

[@marklynd2039]

I've been viewing your clips lately and in space of weeks I'm seeing results thanks Mike for what you doing I'll.keep watching your segments 😊

[@mikejacklyn1221]

Wow, I've watched a lot of golf videos but none that made me actually understand the grip and how it's supposed to work with the swing. Thanks so much!

[@ericm4788]

Incredible video, Mike really is the father of golf.

[@tubeman123]

Mike, Im so glad I found your youtube page a year ago. I have had the same experience as you. Im not on your level of play but I went through the same stages as you. I was naturally good on my own. I shot very consistent gold usually around 80, 81ish. I had some flaws which some early lessons fixed. Then I started with some real lessons in my early 20's and some stuff work but mostly I kept getting worse and worse when they changed my grip and had me rolling the club as well. I was told the toe of the club up at hip high was square. I had a strong left hand and was told I needed to weaken it. All the same stuff. It was a blessing to find you and tell me the stuff I was told was bad was actually good stuff. I have now found consistency again.. I understand it so much better. I was a horrible layer offer of the club and I know now the the stuff I was taught to fix it actually made it worse. So glad to be back on the right path now.

[@tomhurley974]

when I first started playing golf my friend who was a golfer set up my grip interlocking with a strong grip and a few other things. I remember how awkward it felt at first but I hit it good with a small slice with driver, straight with irons.I was in my 20,s and I loved to swing with my whole body aggressively over time I lost that whole swing. Your videos are bringing me back to that grip and everything is naturally falling into place my hip shoulders feet and trusting the swing and just letting it go. I feel 40 years younger.

[@thomaslahr9022]

This is SO correct! I KNEW that I was on the right track by shifting the grip from the pad of my palm and more into my fingers and saw better shots instantly! This validates my thinking. Wish i knew this years ago.

[@JACKBRUNET]

the best video about grips I have seen and I have seen all of them. thankyou, I will never let anyone try to convince me to change my slightly strong grip again.

[@gunerg9033]

Simply the best in the industry. Just full of knowledge about how the body works relative to a golf swing. That creates a simplified understanding and ability to FEEL what he is saying! Appreciate what you do Mike!!

[@marcmarini6365]

The best explanation of the grip I've ever heard

[@legend9018]

Excellent video. So many videos out there on increasing lag and holding wrist angles and making sure you don’t flip. What they never say is that everybody releases their wrist angles or “flips” the club at some point. The key is when the flip happens in conjunction of course with rotation.

[@johnhale8548]

This is the best explanation of grip I've ever seen. Thank you!

[@christopherclayton658]

Mike - applied the grip the club in the fingers of my left hand today (I’m a rightie) and striped the ball! It was utter swing freedom. Didn’t realize how much I was “controlling” via grip. What a great and simple thing. Thanks! I subscribed. Great instruction!

[@michaelmcaree8543]

This is a great theory. Ive always tried to force my left hand into a strong or even neutral grip and no consistency. The weak grip is how my joints line up. After seeing this im going to continue with a weak grip. Thx mike

[@sarniasurfer]

That was a very important 30 mins. Thank you for your insight, knowledge and honesty Mike !

[@shofey]

the most important lesson on YT. endless number of responses.

[@golfnowabeginnersjourney579]

Hello Mike, I should thank Be Better Golf for all his hard work and getting out there to bring in the greats like yourself. Through Be Better Golf I found your channel. I also want to thank you for share your insight on the golf grip. I was having the very same issue where originally I used a strong grip by mere accident. To later be told that the grip I was using was going to cause inconsistent shots. After that I was forced to learn to play a fade that started out as a 60 yard slice. Early on I had to aim way left if I wanted to keep it in the fair way. After awhile I was able to tame that slice and produced a fade. But never hit a draw until recently when I started playing around with my grip. I simply truned my left hand clockwise laid my right hand over it and BAM! It was going to the left. It took some tweeking to turn a hook into a draw. But magically I was hitting a draw, the first ever. The lecture you give in this video really helped me understand what was actually happening. I can't thank you enough. I'm still fairly new to Golf ⛳️ and have alot to learn, I totally get it now the grip is where it all starts. Thanks again Mack...

[@alexwang9512]

Best ever training video I've ever watched (among several hundred couching videos I have watched over the last few years )... crystal clear and completely make sense...Thanks!!!

[@adamo13]

Wow this grib adjustment was amazing. I just had the best range session of my life. Straight, long and consistent. Thank you so much Mike Malaska!!!

[@islandboy9580]

i was a baseball player as a kid and when i took my first golf lesson in 1971 and they changed my baseball grip to a neutral grip and i struggled with pushes thru high school golf team into college and stopped playing around that time. i picked golf up again 15 years later and changed my grip by tinkering to a strong grip and it was amazing what a difference it made. i was a 81 shooter and inconsistent with flipping and quickly went into the mid 70'S.

[@PeterKennedyMD]

You have talked around this in the past. But this is by far the most honest, thorough, logical review of your travails as a young pro. There's not an amateur golfer alive who hasn't dreamed of playing well, and hit a million balls, taken hundreds of lessons, all without reaching his desired goals. I was a short wrist whipper. I wasn't bad as a youth, but I wish I'd found you forty years ago. Peter Kennedy MD. p.s. your advice regarding my balance problem is slowly helping. Thanks for all your insights!

[@robbeaulieu5649]

Thank you for clarifying the golf grip and what a golf swing consists of. i have discontinued previous swing, and am now swinging easily and effortlessly after only one practice !! and im only swinging the club with 50 or maybe 60 % power...the ball just clips along with beautiful trajectory and length. I swing the club now with no rigidity or horrible swing thoughts lol. I'd been swinging that all my life and thought it was suppose to be that difficult...was I ever wrong. This is such a game changer, literally. i am still in the infancy stage this natural swing and i cannot wait to go out to the again and have purpose in my practice. I can fade or draw the ball now or simply hit it straight. i appreciate all the work and research you put into this, and I am so fortunate to have found your online teachings. Looking forward to watching more of your videos, and playing golf soon :) Rob Beaulieu, Barrie Ontario, Canada.

[@victorpang2409]

Nice Video as always Mike! I was a tennis player for 6 yrs and the very first time I placed my left hand on a golf club, I instinctively used the so-called "strong grip" and swang very naturally and athletically. However, my first golf instructor who was a very nice man but very old-school told me and forced me to change to a "neutral" grip and shift weight to the right during the backswing, both arms lifting high, and flip hands during the impact....etc the whole nine-yard stuff you knew about and I had to use so many kinds of wrist and shoulder compensations to square my clubface. After 2 yrs, I injured my lower back and my left elbow injured with "tennis elbow". How sarcastic!!!! 6 yrs of playing tennis with no injury but 2 yrs of playing golf got me "tennis elbow". lol.....that was when I started searching for golf tips during my recovery period. Your videos help me.....especially the grip part. Now I am a Stack& Tilter and with your "strong grip", it feels so natural and my lower body can turn smoothly, and my arms/hands can rotate with my torso. What a great feeling!! THANK YOU!

[@ecvargas5272]

This is by far the best golf instructional channel I've found. Thanks so much for doing these videos.

[@jamesyboy2407]

I AM A HUGE FAN. THIS IS THE BEST GOLF INSTRUCTION VIDEO IVE EVER WATCHED. THANKS SO MUCH!!!!!

[@patrickwelchbajan007]

Mike, I love you man! That was by far, the BEST Grip KZbin video I have ever seen! Amazing stuff! I will use this grip during today's round and will leave you another note afterwards to let you know how things went out there on the course. Thanks again, this makes uber sense to me now!

[@gensyed]

I lost a lot of golf glory and success because I was also duped for decades. I started to weaken my grip after listening to 'good' golf people. I salute you for your revelation. Thank you.

[@appydaze9419]

Hey Mike , you and Milo have helped me a lot , keep up the great work much appreciated.

[@bobreidy8665]

One of the best grip lesson videos I have seen. Great, simple explanations. Reminded me of my first golf teacher 55 years ago.

[@anitajamison3878]

Thank you so much for this info about the grip. I have been using the “Ben Hogan” grip for years. I completely changed my grip and my last trip to the course I hit nearly every fairway and my ball trajectory was nearly straight. Best instructional video I have ever seen about golf. I can’t wait to continue to watch.

[@miker5502]

This was what I’ve been looking for... the subject of the grip on the internet ( KZbin ) is all over the map! The majority of instructors ( teachers ) push the neutral grip. But Mike has explained the physiology of this in a way that makes perfect sense, in terms of an athletic motion. Now I just need to apply it to my game. Thanks Mike!

[@mckinleytam]

By far the best video about grip and what the left and right hands do. This is a gamechanger for anyone who clearly understood what was said... the "ah-ha moment"

[@joeylambert5933]

Mr. Malaska, Important stuff here Sir! Your work is producing some quite profound results in my personal and professional life. Listening, watching, & learning intently is serving well, not only on the practice putting greens, the range and course, but also in my professional endeavors. I am taking many of your poignant words, concepts, and ideas along while working with clients in basketball skills training, and when coaching H.S. Bball. Your examples and experience w/body mechanics (& how those few years probably produced lesser results ) was refreshing to hear, as I have had similar issues. Why waste time? Use what works for you in this “art form”. Yes, science is great for sports, but there’s a time and place, and time is of the essence, and there’s no time waste!? To sum it it up...I appreciate you Sir, and it is great to have access to your channel! Stay UP! Coach Lambert

[@shofey]

Thanks Mike, I've been hinging my wrists for a year now. I came to the realization all Tour Pro's did this watching slow motion video's. It makes perfect sense once a person begins doing it. No more rolling the wrists, which I did all my golfing life prior.

[@shanebotha257]

This is unbelievable information. By having the right grip as you explain, literally sorts the arms and shoulder turn. Thank you 👍

[@yardsaleuw3075]

Love your stuff mike, would love to give people some insight. Remember when we were kids and the baseball coach could hit the ball straight too you either on the ground or in the air. He just knew where he was going before he swung. Thats why when i practice i try to call my shots and curve them there, left right high or low. It really helps if your focused on how you want to hit it than just where your aiming.

[@davenportsimon]

I think the reason golf has struggled to be fun is because I’ve been taught to fight against my own intuition. The wisdom you’re sharing goes much deeper than golf. There will always be “pros” teaching us not to trust ourselves and trust our gut. This was refreshing to me in many ways

[@bigbee714]

Mike, your insight and knowledge is true genius. VERY enlightening.

[@charlie7577]

I am 77 with knee issues, and have watched a lot of confusing videos promising more yards if you do as they show you! I no I can't hit the ball 250 yards. Your videos are excellent and well explained! I look forward to watching more! Thank you, Mike

[@gregm4474]

Best golf video I have watched ever…just chipped 50 balls, 80% went exactly where I wanted. (With my new natural grip) thank you sir!!

[@keithlucero6207]

Great video - learned quite a bit and just 59 minutes - your teaching in golf are very relatable to the experience of the average golfer - excellent visual with the golf glove on your right hand and wonderful exclamation of the fundamentals - keith from San Francisco

[@JoeCordeiro-g9v]

Best instruction to date, simple and great mechanics, Awesome thanks so much. The tennis analogy made me think less in the golf swing, been playing for years with some many thoughts not so much now.

[@jayfrancis3]

Mr. Malaska that's exactly what happened to me. Brilliant explanation. after all these years I finally found the best teacher in golf. The way you present your knowledge is extremely easy to understand. Thank you very much. You are simply amazing.

[@dindancing]

To me (a Dance Teacher and golfer) Mike you are the best. Thanks a lot for your honesty, insight and very understandable content and the really thought through technic, bodymovement and other aspects of the game. I love your knowledge and how you present it. It helps to understand and put in relation what others want to teach one as well. Great content! greetings from Switzerland

[@toneboy6583]

Mike you are an encouragement and inspiration. Keep on doing what you are doing.

[@crubie74]

Great instruction Mike - you've helped me immensely in my approach to the swing.

[@NonnyStrikes]

Hope you're swinging like crazy man! This guy is pure gold for teaching. Thousands of dollars people have spent to have this kind of teaching. What a wonderful world youtube is.

[@danielalbright3866]

Mr. Mike Malaska is a damn genius. Literally changed the game for me with this video and 3 swings. Brought to light exactly what I had lost. THANK YOU SIR!!!!!!!

[@texstar77]

These tips have got me back into golf after 15 years out. I was told wrong for too long! I'm swinging better than ever with half the effort and twice the results!! Great Lessons! Great Swing Thoughts!!

[@hashrogers]

Mike. I really enjoyed reading your book. This video was fantastic. You explain it so well and its very easy to understand. I am looking forward to episode 2. Thanks

[@mazono]

Dear Mike, I thank you for all the good advice and your sincere and humble way of saying them. It seems to me as if any player's optimal grip is a grip that fits posture and body - joints, length of limbs and spine etc. Body geometry is individual. A grip that does not depend on a deliberate rotation of the forearms, or other manipulation actions, should be beneficial to all golfers. Perhaps is that "a neutral grip" for some players? You advocate a strong grip (for you). Shawn Clement does the same, Fred Couples is another. We all know that Freddie shot 60 on Sunday at the Champions Tour a month ago, at the age of 63.

[@RedSp4de]

👋🏻👋🏻👋🏻👋🏻 “yeah it is, that’s my swing right there” 😂 awesome! Lol love this

[@danfloros4267]

Mike by far the No 1 online golf mentor

[@philipross9487]

I was at the point of absolute frustration with my game, your videos opened my mind to the tension I was introducing into my body and its impact on my ability to swing properly. I’ve just had the most satisfactory practice session in a long time 👍 many thanks 😁

[@TerrbleTyson]

Absolute game changer for me. Thank you so much Mike.

[@smokinjaws3310]

Wow. I have worked forever to weaken my grip due to hooking. This is an entirely new thought. Working on the right hand. Wow again!

[@Whatever-qr1li]

I’ve been playing off and on for more than six decades. Of course, when I first learned the game as a caddy, we were taught the neutral grip. I made it work most of the time, but about ten years ago I began to lose the physical ability to time my swing consistently. This is hands down the best explanation of how grip influences swing. I’m in the process of changing my swing to one based on a strong grip, but my instructor has not explained the physiology behind what we are doing. NOW I understand and can happily commit to the process ⛳️

[@clasvirhodes4969]

Mike, I lost significant yardage from my driver when I changed my grips from standard size to midsize. Thanks to you I now understand why. I have the grip up in my hands more with the midsized grip.

[@ronmonks6325]

As a former baseball player myself, Mike's instructions resonate with me completely. Mike made the cut in 1986 at Shinnecock while other past and future Open champions did not (Corey Pavin, Curtis Strange, Scott Simpson, etc.)

[@bobposch6252]

Hi Mike. I have been struggling with my consistency all summer. I watched this video this morning and headed to the driving range at lunch. WOW. What a difference in my ball flight and my overall distance. Going to the range tomorrow to practice again before my round on Sunday.The best thing is I can practice the grip anytime to ingrain the left hand on the club. I have always held it with palms facing each other. Thanks Mike.