HOW TO STOP TOPPING THE BALL AND CURE THIN SHOTS TOO

In this tip I explain how to stop topping the ball and cure thin shots too. You fix these topped and thin shots and your whole game will change so make sure you watch this tip and start working on it right away.
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Everyone has topped the ball before as well as well as hit thin shots so we all know how frustrating they are. Just when you think you're going to hit a great shot, you see your ball rolling down the fairway or flying over the green.
Imagine rarely ever topping the ball ever again. If you're a better player image being able to fix thin shots instantly. How many shots would this save you in a round? Well, this tip explains 2 cures that you need to start working on right away. One is through and past impact and the other is before you even start you swing so make sure you watch this whole tip.
This really is nothing you've ever heard or worked on before so make sure you try both tips. If you do, you'll finally stop topping the ball and cure thin shots.
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[@mattmalloff7377]

Hi Paul, thanks for those tips. Slowing my iron swing down won me the club championship in my flight this week-end! 🥳🙌

[@paulwilsongolf]

Wow! Great job!!! Exactly what I tell people when they are about to play a tourney. Swing at 50%. Their 50% is actually about 70-80%. Works great and you are proof. Now you're going to keep swinging like this right?

[@mattmalloff7377]

@@paulwilsongolf Yes I will be! That combined with keeping my head still are really improving my iron strikes. Shot 82-80-82 lol

[@sasquatch8923]

Hands down the best golf training videos on youtube. BUY the body swing!!

[@paulwilsongolf]

Thank you for the support. I appreciate it.

[@tysongarrett8688]

"Delaying the reaction to watch the ball".....is top mental tip in pre shot routine on any predicament for any shot in golf....drive/chip/bunker/putt.......great video and tip!

[@paulwilsongolf]

Thanks. It's human nature to look at what you hit. So you need to go against human nature by delaying the reaction.

[@vijaylohitsa620]

I tried it today and it absolutely works! I love your free flowing non nonsense approach! Viva Las Vegas!

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad you tried it and were successful. Glad you found me. I appreciate the support.

[@shanetyrrell5313]

I’m off to the course this afternoon and will apply these simple steps , will let you know how I got on. And I cannot emphasise how simple and effective your instructions are, seriously if you’re one of those golfers who are flicking from video to video searching for someone to help, look no further. This guy is brilliant, thanks Paul Wilson 👍

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad you like the tips. Thanks for the shout out. I appreciate it.

[@jamespark3399]

One of the best tips I’ve seen for thin shots. Excellent. Thanks 😊

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad it was helpful!

[@paulwilsongolf]

Just letting you know that I have my own section on this major magazine now. I am posting 2 tips per day. Lots of work. I will continue to do tips on KZbin with more to come in the spring. www.mensjournal.com/pursuits/golf-tips/

[@rickelfman1961]

Great tips, love the slow motion swing, please do that more often

[@paulwilsongolf]

You got it!

[@andrikristianto2577]

You know Paul..this is your 2nd video that really a game changer for me. As I have commented your video on neutral grip that have changed my ball strike forever, and you have replied it nicely, this has also created a new perspective for me at the course, which I now have more solid contact effortless. My swing though in my last round on Thursday 17 Feb, after watching this video was only ‘swing nice and easy’…I always tried to remember what you said that, ‘topped ball is a clue that you swing to hard!’ …….and I couldn’t believe I have almost never top the ball again, on every lie at the course. Even for the harder club to hit for me (hybrid or long iron 5). It was felt easy if I went easy every swing. Thank you again Paul!

[@paulwilsongolf]

Very good. Glad you just swung easy. As you get better and keep hitting more and more solid shots then you can go a little harder (with body). If you keep swinging hard and keep topping it then you have no confidence. Confidence breeds distance. kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6WpmJqDe8-npMk

[@VimMitt]

I tried on range after watching all your videos, it works like magic. Thanks a million!

[@paulwilsongolf]

Great to hear!

[@SpitSharp]

At the driving range earlier I was watching some of the players, you’re absolutely right, there were balls all over the place within 50 yards, and of course the language was not repeatable. It’s a dangerous place sometimes.

[@paulwilsongolf]

Exactly. So many people hit these shots with no clue how to fix them.

[@TheKnack-2004]

Just what I needed!!!! Thanks again Paul... my game has certainly improved since I found you and started binge watching your videos on KZbin!!

[@paulwilsongolf]

Very good. Definitely get rid of the topped shots for sure. I would watch this one too: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jpDTd2quYrR2jrc Try to not get overwhelmed. Work on a couple of things then move to the next and so on. Lots of daily practice swings is the fastest way to get it.

[@ivanjuriss4772]

Love this guy, he’s the best for me, my game has improved and a lot has cleared, for years I struggled and thanks to you my game is slowly improved and I’m clear of what to do..

[@paulwilsongolf]

Great to hear! Glad you found me. Stay focused and stay loose.

[@jamelynch4474]

Another great drill/lesson. Watching your swing from behind illustrates the purpose of the drill and gives an excellent example of the lag we are striving for from a previous video.

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks.

[@richardwheatley692]

Thanks

[@paulwilsongolf]

Thank you so much for your support. I truly appreciate it.

[@gerdamarsh]

Thanks. This is so on point with me. I top the ball often on approach shots on over water. I get too eager to look up and see if I hit a good shot. On layup shots I rarely top as I am more relaxed and not so eager to see flight.

[@paulwilsongolf]

Be patient. You are only ever going to see bad shots if you look early.

[@georgenicolai455]

Paul, it's like you read my mind! Such insightful coaching!

[@paulwilsongolf]

I know what you are thinking before you think it. No kidding. I do this to students all the time. After 29 years of watching them kind of know what's going to happen before they do it.

[@mariarob]

Amazing how many of your "swing" videos are applicable to my game. Thank you!

[@paulwilsongolf]

This is because most average golfers do the same swing. It is all based on human nature and trying to hit the object sitting in front of you with the arms. If most people do this then similar flaws turn up. See it differently. You are not hitting anything. You are allowing the ball to be hit because you are making a movement. This movement is powered with the legs and hips. Watch: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nKaye6uslJdlfs0

[@AegenemmnoN]

Man, you have diagnosed two issues of mine. So simple and so easy to fix. You Got a sub

[@paulwilsongolf]

Thanks for the sub. Simple is the key. Keep it simple and you will understand it and try to do it. Once you see some good ones you are on your way to fixing it. I have a few others tips on this here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYLKiI2Dgcx2Z7s kzbin.info/www/bejne/jpDTd2quYrR2jrc kzbin.info/www/bejne/oIakZpqfgt6qe8k kzbin.info/www/bejne/n4itenuua8idack

[@aviesfandi3620]

You're the greatest Mr. Wilson. My coach Joe Gruemmer from Goose Creek in Mira Loma always extolls your virtues. Thanks for this fantastic video.

[@paulwilsongolf]

Wow, thank you and thank him for me. I appreciate the support.

[@jonathandavis3243]

Paul your the best!! Seems like i either hit great shots or just plain horrible nothing in between . Going to work on your instruction thank you.

[@paulwilsongolf]

Thanks so much. You need to simplify and see it differently. Work on a few things and not everything at once. Hinge and rehinge. Coil and uncoil plus grip and set up. Simple is the key.

[@mrshaboom1]

thanx again paul i've seen the video b4. i have 2 view over n over from time 2 time get it in the air. it is very helpful

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad it helped

[@brianburgess4250]

As a new golfer, I appreciate these tips. My 7 iron swing cleared up immediately. I have the consistency I desire as a beginner with it. However, the driver is much more of a challenge. There is no lift and an enormous amount of thin shots. I appreciate this tip because it reminds me to stop trying to hit the ball so hard and instead relax and loosen up. I am reminded to delay looking for the ball after hitting it, to allow time to follow through with the swing. I can see how this prevents me from coming out of my swing to early which could cause the topping or thin shot effect. And I appreciate the reminder of finding a spot in the sky once I'm out of the swing. It's what the pros do by looking at the sky at an angle. That worked well with my 7 iron, the loft and distance was impressive for me as a beginner. Now, I have to work to take this same information and apply it to the driver. Totally appreciate your video Mr. Wilson and your book the Body Swing by Paul Wilson. You are awesome, thanks!

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad you are doing well. The driver will come. Thin and topped shots are a clue telling you that you are swinging too hard. It is fun to swing hard with driver but do so with the legs and hips not hands and arms. Just a different way to get power. I would be working on the arm unit first hinging and rehinging daily in practice swings. Get this working then you connect it to your body which is coiling and uncoiling. If you have trouble start with 3 wood and build up to driver.

[@Eric-zk2hu]

Great video, I watched it early this morning and I especially like the tip on not watching the ball initially after impact. Its just like when they say don't watch the ball after you putt it. Its a great in play mode swing thought, I used it today and had one of my best ball striking days ever. You don't really have to fixate on keeping your head perfectly still or hand positions just swing thru, hit the ball straight and don't follow the ball till long after impact. Its actually less than a second that you don't try to look for the ball but it surely worked for me. I also tried to really ease up after mishitting my 5 wood, I just said swing nice and easy smooth, just make solid contact and don't look at the ball right after impact and it really worked well. Thanks for the great tips.

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad you tried it. This is a huge key that your average player has not mastered. Keep remembering this one forever so you become very consistent.

[@aaronrance2994]

Absolutely correct on topping. Played Angel Park 2 days in a row day 1 was top after top. Day 2 slowed to 60-70% and dropped 10 strokes.

[@paulwilsongolf]

Exactly. How do people not see this? Or realize it? Glad you did.

[@KardusDIY]

Im a new golfer, and i realy struggling how to get consistency on my swing.. I do this tips and i get better now, thank you very much🎉🎉🎉

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad you found me. For beginners I send them these tips. Just start with those and build the swing: Body Swing Concept: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e2ncap17rr5ma80 Grip: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oIK9faNul6tgjdk Alignment: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jHe9lGONppdraM0 Simple Swing: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nYWvp4Wpn9yZf68 Wrists: Hinge Rehinge: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bIvIhaSZr5ejo6c kzbin.info/www/bejne/g2mZaYSpidF6qpY Body: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iJXTmaeeeLZsjK8

[@wrenc7738]

Just viewed this and I must say the slow motion portion of your swing was fantastic. Maybe a side view of your swing in slo-mo too would be great. Going to take these tips to the range today and see what happens. Thanks Paul!

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad you liked it. I have swings in other tips. Sometimes I forget to hit them in certain tips. Give it a try.

[@bobburch2151]

Enjoy your videos very much and this is I do a lot is the effect that I want try to see where the ball is going before I hit it

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad you know how to fix it.

[@alberthecroc]

BINGO!!! GUILTY AS CHARGED 😂 Thank you for bringing to light one of my many shortcomings ✌🏻

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad you see it. Stay focused. You cannot be topping the ball. Need consistent contact to take your game to a new level.

[@SeeEssPerez]

This video was totally speaking to me. Thanks!

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad it helped.

[@donb3084]

Excellent tips! Great lesson! Now it's time to try these out.

[@paulwilsongolf]

Thanks so much. Yes, give them a try but be careful not to work on too much at once: ***START HERE*** Body Swing Concept: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e2ncap17rr5ma80 Grip: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oIK9faNul6tgjdk Hinge Rehinge: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bIvIhaSZr5ejo6c Alginment: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jHe9lGONppdraM0 Secure Grip: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kGmuZHqZqdCtbaM Best Drill: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mYfLpX9jmZZ1b7s Power the swing with the legs and hip not the hands and arms. I have tons of lower body tips now posted. Try this one. It's an easy way to get you hips moving: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGLQhGiBqp2EZ5I

[@66jdrod66]

Super good advice. Can’t wait to try it. Thanks. 😊

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad you liked it. Got to get rid of those topped shots for sure.

[@paulwilsongolf]

Tons more of my tips go here: www.mensjournal.com/pursuits/golf-tips/

[@RockyTremblay]

Another great video. Thanks Paul.

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@andrewking760]

Makes so much sense the way you explain it, off to the driving range and putting into practice 👍👌

[@paulwilsongolf]

Great to hear!

[@jolyonclark5981]

I’m struggling a lot with topped shots especially with fairway woods and hybrids. Had a side strain a few months ago and my golf has been terrible since. However I always hit it well at the driving range. Maybe I’m not hitting it as hard when I go there. I’ll check it out next time. Thanks for your great tip

[@paulwilsongolf]

This is you trying to hit it too hard. The harder you hit the more you will come put of it. Think of it as a clue telling you that you are swinging too hard. After you top one go down to 50%. This will get the next one in the air. Once you do that you get more power with the legs and hips so start using them more for more power.

[@davidbinks8556]

Another superb tip Paul, without doubt you are the best coach on here bar none and I always get something out of your videos which help improve my game. Many thanks.

[@paulwilsongolf]

Much appreciated

[@jaycee7440]

I topped my 1st three shots in a row.. 3rd shot Ended up in a sand bunker Hit out of the sand The ball went in the hole for the UGLIEST PAR.... EVER 😂🏌️‍♂️👍 That’s why I’m watching this video.. Can’t wait to try ur tips...

[@paulwilsongolf]

Definitely have to get rid of the topped shots. Follow that tip and work on this too: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jpDTd2quYrR2jrc

[@peggyrogers7012]

This was a very helpful video. You are good at breaking down the swing to the most basic elements and explaining it so even a novice like me can understand it. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and skill with us.

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad it was helpful! Simple is the key. This is how I have thought since lesson 1 back in 1991. People have to understand it. Too many people making this way too complicated.

[@peggyrogers7012]

@@paulwilsongolf I couldn't agree more. Keeping it simple is key. I am a true novice having only played about 5 rounds. It's your videos that have allowed me to say to myself, "relax and let your body move through and the club do the work." I have learned a great deal from you and am very thankful for the generosity you show in sharing your knowledge.

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad to help. You are in such a great position right now being a beginner. You can literally save yourself years of frustration. Just stay focused on a few key moves. Grip and setup of course. Then your wrists hinge and rehinge while your body coils and uncoils. Stay focused on the few tips below: Simple Swing: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nYWvp4Wpn9yZf68 Wrists: Hinge Rehinge: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bIvIhaSZr5ejo6c kzbin.info/www/bejne/g2mZaYSpidF6qpY Body: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iJXTmaeeeLZsjK8

[@peggyrogers7012]

I'm so surprised you have responded. You are famous am I'm no one. Your thoughtfulness in responding means a great deal. Thank you for sharing the links to more of your great teaching videos. I appreciate your encouragement. Kind regards to you, Paul.

[@mysb13]

Morning coach..! Great tips !!

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad you like them!

[@shanetyrrell5313]

Well back from the course and tried to apply the tips advised. Ermm had some success and better towards the final holes as I began to understand the process, so overall Rome wasn’t built in a day !! But feeling much more confident, thanks to you 👍👍

[@paulwilsongolf]

Well you are starting to see it. This is what is going to happen in the future if you keep working on it. Keep at it.

[@johnbouchard4991]

Very Good Paul. This is a great video. Thanks for posting

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@jamesmichaelragland4336]

Great golf tip for not topping the ball!!!

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad you liked it. Thanks.

[@David.lovesU]

You are a tremendous help to me thank you🤝

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad to hear that. Keep at it.

[@richardharris2494]

Excellent!

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad you liked it!

[@hillbillybassfisherman8181]

this awesome tip this what i told myself yesterday i had put me new 3 wood together needed a little more distance i was swinging way to hard coming out of it to fast..i been had it i just never put it together..its a tour model m4 i just never felt i was striking the ball good enough till now to play smaller club

[@paulwilsongolf]

Thanks. Yes, stop swinging hard. This will only lead to bad shots.

[@terryholloway9930]

Thanks Paul enjoyed the tip like the slow mo as well appreciate all you do

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@mgc9144]

Thank you. Well explained

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Martin-zn7wq]

well done, great tip, paul

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad you liked it. Thanks.

[@krdavis121]

This is incredible

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad you liked it. Topping it not fun. Stay focused on getting rid of those shots and you whole game will move to a new level.

[@krdavis121]

@@paulwilsongolf I recently came across your channel. Great tips without too many swing thoughts.

[@stevel9168]

Another well explained great tip, played today and yep 👍 that works

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad it helped

[@alialmisned823]

Great video as usual ! I always top the ball because I want to avoid hitting the ground behind the ball,the thing I keep repeating time after time, so by the time the club face is about to reach the ball I would unintentionally have left my head not wanting to hit the ground before the ball , it happens a lot especially with long irons! The only few time I don’t top the ball is when I tee up the ball !! Any advice or help ? Thank you in advance.

[@larse8005]

Best tips, thanks 👍

[@paulwilsongolf]

Happy to help!

[@98296]

As usual, good stuff

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks.

[@Bondy1980]

More great tips Paul, you have helped me alot with these tips, I struggle with my left arm breaking down in the back swing any tips for this, if I try and keep it straight I tense my arm.

[@paulwilsongolf]

You want the arm extended but not locked. Hinge in the wrist joint. If you are breaking at the elbow your wrists are too tight. Work on this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bIvIhaSZr5ejo6c and try this drill: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYuVXpenhMaoqbc

[@kurtcachia]

Hey, i’m a complete beginner been only a few weeks on an induction course. Last Sunday was our first day on the course, we were split in two teams and played alternative shots for 3 holes. On my first shot which was one from the rough, i felt an intense amount of pressure to perform and in the process i forgot all my technic and swung the club only to hit the ball forward by a couple of yards. On my second shot i felt even more pressure to perform because of the failure in my first shot. I swung the club same result accept this time i injured my left wrist badly because i hit the ground hard. By this time not only was my moral down to -10 unlike my score but i was in pain. My next shot was a tee shot with a 5 iron. I had to be given 3 chances to hit it again. I tried to mentally recover from the situation aware that I mentally sunk into a pit-hole. I eventually pulled off a decent chip and a good putt ( no distance and power needed) now my hand is swollen definitely cannot lift a golf club for a while. My confidence is also now all gone and feels like i put in that hard work for nothing as i really thought i was improving fast. You advise or better still making a video on this subject would be greatly appreciated.

[@paulwilsongolf]

Well, you are playing under pressure which you are not used to. Always keep in mind that everyone has hit every bad shot you have hit so stop caring about the shots. You need to also change how you think. Instead of worrying about them get a new thought. Years ago I had tons of different things I was thinking of when hitting the ball. So after practicing I went out to play. All I did to clear my mind was think 1, 2, 3. On 3 I just took the club back. I only played 7 holes and I was 3 under. Why it worked is because I was thinking of the numbers. If I was thinking about the numbers I wasn't thinking about all the other stuff. So give this a try. I will do tips on the course too at some point.

[@FarmRanau2u]

Good 👍👍..thnks for sharing

[@paulwilsongolf]

Welcome 😊

[@sammccormick4504]

Brilliant thanks 😊

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad you liked it. Thanks.

[@sammccormick4504]

@@paulwilsongolf I often go to California to see family are you giving lessons anywhere near I’m in the UK

[@peterparker5545]

HI Paul, you know what helps me is how your elbow is sorta flared out a bit. I tried mimicking that position and it helped my arms to stay back while letting my legs turn over. thanks for the tips

[@paulwilsongolf]

Not sure where you are talking about my elbow. At the top?

[@peterparker5545]

@@paulwilsongolf during your backswing, your right elbow flares out a bit vs. pointing down.. all this time mines was pointing down. but i tried to make it look like yours and it works. now all i have to do is to remember belt buckle turn towards the target

[@kimmorrison9169]

my major topping offense is my 3 wood or hybrid off the deck. Hard part will be slowing my swing down as I do swing with gusto!

[@paulwilsongolf]

Here you go: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppuyiXt_jLprptU

[@kimmorrison9169]

@@paulwilsongolf thanks Paul, I’m gonna do it

[@zero2herogolf]

Excellent video! I think it's difficult for amateurs to grasp that the angle bent over at the waist when at address, is maintained in the downswing, by transferring some of it to trail side lateral bend. The further we get into the downswing, the more we transfer some of that angle from the waist to the side. The lead side expands, and the trail side contracts. The number one reason most amateurs don't induce lateral side bend is because it's uncomfortable, and feels unnatural. One look at Freddie Couples "down the line view" and we immediately get a sense of lateral side bend maintained well past impact.

[@paulwilsongolf]

Yep, That is what killed his back. He tilts too much and slides too. Now he's paying the price.

[@fairplayer7435]

Took me a whole year to figure this one out. Thanks PW.

[@paulwilsongolf]

You were/are swinging way too hard. Slow down and loosen up. If you are not hitting hard why would you come out of it?

[@fairplayer7435]

@@paulwilsongolf Very true. I am now binge watching your videos and am motivated to do your drills indoors, mainly wrists loosening. You are a class act!

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad you found me and are watching. Lots of info just take it one step at a time. Swinging indoors daily is the fastest way to get it. Loose wrists for sure!

[@marklynd2039]

I note you have a iron is this the basis of what causes issues in fairway wood example 3 wood 5wood paul

[@erilanmac]

Hi Paul, would it be possible for u to consider charging per video length in your Body Swing app as I believe it is more convenient than showing u my swing in Live.. and need to consider internet connection too., Cheers..😉

[@paulwilsongolf]

No. That is swing analysis which takes us forever. The video sessions in CoachLink are already short. The longest I have ever done is just over 20 mins. People need to understand that. I check your swing then give you a few things to work on. That is all you need. You do not need 20 things. You need 2 or 3. Then you work on them and actually work on them. Then move on from there.

[@youtubehandyman951]

Love this tip, and pretty much all your other tips also. What about fat shots? A couple times a round I’ll duff it 2-6inches behind the ball. Frustrating

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad you like them. Here you go: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i6jcn6p8d9GXrJY

[@douglasconnell3218]

Thanks! This will help my 12 year old daughter

[@paulwilsongolf]

For sure. Got to get rid of the topped shots to have more fun. If she keep topping it tee it up. No sense not getting it airborne. Then slowly lower the tee.

[@suncitypro1]

Let’s get the best teacher in golf instruction to 500k subscribers! Tell your friends and family to subscribe! Let’s go!

[@paulwilsongolf]

That would be great. It wouldn't even take that much. A few thousand people telling their friends or those who need help. Thanks for the help.

[@ufukgoksu9851]

Hi Paul great video. Thank you. So, why is this that I may do really well on the mat (almost no thin shots) but on the grass practice area I topped/thinned many balls. I understand that I may have taised up etc.but why is it that on the mat I do not have these issues but on the grass it is different situation. Thanks.

[@paulwilsongolf]

Trying to hit it too hard when you are hitting it thin or topping it. Slow down to 50%.

[@ufukgoksu9851]

@@paulwilsongolf Thank you.

[@maxencedeclippel]

Hey Paul, thanks for the tips! I noticed when I filmed myself that when I topp, I lift my right heel from the ground. Is swinging slower a good solution?

[@paulwilsongolf]

Well some people lift the heel too soon. I want it lifting at impact but not because you are lifting it but because you are turning and it is pulled off the ground. 3-4" with irons and 5-6" with driver. So hit the top and turn. Not lift. I would video your swing. You will see if you turn this heel will come up. Here are more tips on topping: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rIuXm36mftiWgLc kzbin.info/www/bejne/n4itenuua8idack Keep in mind those who top it are usually swinging out of their shoes.

[@maxencedeclippel]

@@paulwilsongolf Thank you!

[@alonzogonzalez3062]

I’m very late to this video, but it was helpful in my latest round. When I take a practice swing with good rhythm and pace I do not take a divot. My question, is that a bad habit? Is that setting me up to hit the ball thin? Instead of striking slightly down on the ball to launch it. Because I do feel like I’m trying to kill the ball on my actual strike and the results are either fat, thin or topping the ball.

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad you found me. You don't want to take divots in practice swings as it tears up the grass. So just above the grass by standing a little taller than when you swing. You are not hitting anything. This is the whole problem and what most people do which is holding the back. I am using my body to power the swing. My arms go along for the ride. In doing so that creates the descending blow. Watch: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3XPqJmnlL91rKc If you want to learn my technique start here: Body Swing Concept: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e2ncap17rr5ma80 Grip: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oIK9faNul6tgjdk Hinge Rehinge: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bIvIhaSZr5ejo6c Alignment: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jHe9lGONppdraM0 Secure Grip: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3mmdoOrbsqSZ80 Best Drill: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mYfLpX9jmZZ1b7s Power the swing with the legs and hip not the hands and arms. I have tons of lower body tips now posted. Try this one. It's an easy way to get you hips moving: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGLQhGiBqp2EZ5I

[@love2flash]

Nice video.. i know my problem but i am having trouble erasing it from my muscle memory.. it is that hip slide/extending to the target ( leading to the reverse C postion, from hours and hours of Stack and tilt finish) i notice this finish doesn’t play well with this swing. On coming throw the swing area, it seems you are only rotation on the front leg (the heel).You have no thoughts of thrusting your hips towards the target? Correct?

[@paulwilsongolf]

Well, you can certainly shift and turn. Most people you tell to shift don't turn. If you think TURN and end up on top of the forward leg you did both (shift and turn) with only 1 thought. That S&T is tricky. If you are going to change then make the decision to change. If not, keep doing S&T you can't combine both. My loose wrists would be okay to combine with S&T.

[@paulg.5511]

Thin,slice.topping. Almost sounds like a slice of pizza. Great tip on how to solve this problem. Thanks Paul!

[@paulwilsongolf]

Glad to help

[@aaronf.186]

Toning down the power is probably the #1 tip for high handicappers. Youre not going to hit as far as Bryson anyway. Might as well have more fun during your round by making clean & consistent contact.

[@paulwilsongolf]

Exactly. Play within yourself.

[@jonocom5]

I notice you crouch down on downswing, then lift up after impact. What drill do you have to help with that? Thanks!

[@paulwilsongolf]

In no way have I ever worked on these things. They happen if you learn the right fundamentals.

[@RichieH221]

How can anyone dislike this video?

[@paulwilsongolf]

Because there are idiots out there that seem to think they know everything about the swing. Everything is teach is tried and tested over 30 years.

[@rickelfman1961]

Paul when I get up to hit the ball I have 4 or 5 swing throughout going through my mind so I sometimes hit good shots and sometimes bad, too much to think about, can you suggest 1 or 2 swing thoughts that we can use to keep us relaxed and swinging loosely? I like the 50% thought.

[@paulwilsongolf]

Depends on what you are working on. Do you need to hinge your wrists, a better coil, loading your weight etc. You need to find what you need to work on then think of that. It's tough when you play though. You can also do this to take your mind off of the swing: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g56vm3ilrtZ4f6c

[@rickelfman1961]

My main faults are I don't complete my backswing and I tend to come out of the shot, I also never take a divot!

[@paulwilsongolf]

So what you are saying is you are hitting with your arms. Need to change. Keep watching my tips and make the change.

[@rickelfman1961]

Will do, I really like your tips, I have to learn to trust that I don't have to swing with my arms.

[@CorekBleedingHollow]

So how do the pros hit those long distance shots like 180-220 yards easy and efficient? It doesn't look like they're swinging that hard but the ball still goes far.

[@paulwilsongolf]

Body rotation. Your body doesn't even rotate at 2.5 mph in a pros swing. How far do your arms extend from the center. Not much. So it gives the appearance of a slow swing. We get the power in the wrists. Now to turn close to 2.5 mph take a ton of effort from the legs and hips. A .5 mph increase of rotational speed of the center for an amateur is HUGE.

[@hillbillybassfisherman8181]

wow watching you hit that looks just like the way i aim i thought i was pulling the ball lineing up at the right side of the flag like that...why i said i was pulling the ball i have to line up right side of everything to go straight down the middle

[@paulwilsongolf]

Yes, you are pulling it. Need to be square. If you keep lining up right you will always pull it (arms). kzbin.info/www/bejne/jGKXiZWsasZ3a8k

[@Brian-lh7jj]

I'm having trouble getting back to where I should be on my back swing. In other words, my back swing is too short. Any advice on this. I'm 63 yrs old.

[@paulwilsongolf]

Here you go: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fHe9p5KZYqukrNk then work on this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3PCqYyFlMaXgZo

[@Brian-lh7jj]

@@paulwilsongolf Thanks Paul! Enjoys your tips more than anybody else.

[@1232bluejays]

I know where to look for my shot usually in the trees 😂

[@paulwilsongolf]

Didn't know the trees were in the middle of your fairways which is were you should be by now following my tips.

[@1232bluejays]

I see lots of golfers that need help. I'll direct then to your you tube account. No charge

[@paulwilsongolf]

Thanks. Win win.

[@311hitwall]

I never really see the ball being hit. Seems like if I focus on the ball too much I hit a bad shot.

[@paulwilsongolf]

Watch this one and you will see how long I am watching the ball: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ep3YgGBnfLmKjNk

[@CorekBleedingHollow]

But! But! Regular guys don't have the luxury of having ball spotters on the course, so we have to look immediately after impact! Lol

[@paulwilsongolf]

You are only ever going to see bad shots if you look early.

[@patrickwheeler7107]

Top 2 in a row and it's time to go home.

[@paulwilsongolf]

Well, maybe time to stop trying to kill it.

[@gregboggs4721]

Actually the shoulders will pull the head around if you are fully rotating thru the shot.

[@paulwilsongolf]

Yep, which no one does. 90% are just whacking away at it. This tightens the arms causing them to contract and requires zero body so there is no rotation.

[@patrickstewart6090]

50% deal

[@paulwilsongolf]

Swing at 50%. This should be circulating in everyone's brain constantly. Unfortunately 150% is swirling around their heads.