The Downswing - Build Your Own Swing Series #5

[@WilliamWilsonEgoliGolf]

It's brilliant - and it works..! Thanks again, William

[@justinmoeller5035]

I admit I was skeptical that this would work, particularly the down-hinge as step two. But this is really great instruction. And I watch a lot of KZbin golf instruction. Well done. If you’re a player that has consistently struggled to shallow the club and hit from the inside, try this.

[@neutrino61]

Your swing series is so absolutely great! I have tried to improve since 13 years but I've never seen such wonderful instructional ideas, swing thoughts, drills and description of recommended ways to move.

[@LarryCheungGolf]

Thank you Dr!!! Happy it helps!!!

[@christopherbrown1326]

tears of joy I have spent money on so many lessons now I can see where I need to be through the downswing. thanks Larry.

[@jeromekim1221]

Larry, your videos have really been an epiphany for me. I am always searching for that great mysterious sequence and timing that really lets me hit the ball solidly. For me, that feeling has come and gone from swing to swing, which can be incredibly frustrating. Your videos, specifically on the downswing, have really helped me find and understand that sequence, as well providing me great drills, triggers, and swing thoughts to really groove in that feeling. Thank you so much.

[@LarryCheungGolf]

That's great, you're welcome =)

[@andyv6299]

On down swing I've been focusing on right shoulder going down to right foot swinging out to right feel and having arms going out to ball if arms don't go out I hit pushes and pulls

[@phillewis2616]

Hey Larry. I used to be dharma.phil.lewis. You probably don’t know who that was, but I’ve been working through this series for about a month, and posted a few times on your videos. My account was compromised, so I deleted it, and made a new one. Just letting you know, I’m still working, and still seeing huge benefits. Thanks for your efforts in these videos.

[@fit2yougolf926]

Larry, I have been trying the techniques you demonstrate in this tutorial. A key discovery for me is that the squat and rotate move helps me keep my right foot on the ground longer. This helps me to rotate and spring very consistently. Both contact and direction are dramatically improved, for me anyway. So much so that I am using that swing thought (keep my right foot down) with good success. Wish I was closer to Toronto... I would be knocking on your door! Dave.

[@LarryCheungGolf]

Great to hear =)

[@jack-hq7gr]

Larry, interesting concepts. Many golf instructors discusss as Jim Hardy has noted in a 2 plane swing, have hands going up and body turing around. Sam Snead seems to be a good classic model for your concept of arms extending back and in, moving the shoulders "with". Hope I am gettting this correct in concept as it appears to be a more "connected and athletic. Would like to learn more... Thanks

[@stevenolmstead]

Been watching a lot of golf videos promoting this type of rotational move i.e. George Gankas. This is the first that has included a "down hinge of the wrists" min 2:33. Can you speak to the reason for this - or identify another video of yours that explains the value of doing this? - Thanks!

[@LarryCheungGolf]

There is definitely a downhinge video in my channel =)

[@stevenolmstead]

@@LarryCheungGolf Thanks - did find it!

[@Dronut]

I am so lucky, this video answered my year old question. Thanks Larry.

[@LarryCheungGolf]

Haha happy it helped!!! :)

[@NickOnPar]

Larry I’m Doing this drill but every shot is thin or pulled. Please help!!!!

[@JoshStephens24]

Larry, hopefully you see this on this older video, but thought it applies here......what do you like for the student to “feel” in the arms AFTER the down hinge? As we squat turn and rotate....are we trying to “bring the heat” with the arms? (Not by pulling BTW) Or are they more passive and being more brought around by the body? As I’m working on your methods and with the Superspeed system, I’m having trouble deciding how much I should be using the arm muscles. Hopefully this makes sense, sorry so long winded.

[@LarryCheungGolf]

just seeing this now as I'm going through missed comments, I think i answered you in a more recent video, arm engagement should be similar to doing med ball throws =)

[@banditbaker1675]

Thanks Larry, I like the squat and drop move from the top, it looks very reminiscent of Sergio

[@LarryCheungGolf]

Bandit Baker you’re welcome! Rory does it great too!!!

[@mitchy7051]

one thing that Larry didn't mention, that i found when experimenting with this technique, is that if you do this correctly, it actually reduces the strain on your lower back :).

[@LarryCheungGolf]

Definitely don't want any pains in the back!!!

[@stephencwilson8151]

Is this the same setup and swing for irons and woods?

[@Super1Matt1]

By leaving the arms back while rotating, does this work to deliver a lower dynamic impact with the driver?

[@LarryCheungGolf]

It could definitely help yes!!! =)

[@marco_gallone]

this is super effective, Larry. But since giving this a try I now struggle with a fat shot, (or if not fat, pick it clean with little to no divot, sometimes thin). And can’t seem to deloft the club and compress the ball as much as I did when I was steeper, any tips with that?

[@LarryCheungGolf]

have to see the swing to be able to suggest anything worth while lol =)

[@phillewis2616]

So, the down hinge, I’m guessing is a feel vs real thing? Because it doesn’t seem to happen so dramatically when you piece it all together. Is this to encourage a more active release? Or if not, what is the reasoning?

[@LarryCheungGolf]

the downhinge is just an intent depending on the golfer, but for people starting out learning how to build their own swing, its' good for them to get things shallowing and not pull their hands down =)

[@phillewis2616]

Larry Cheung Golf thanks Larry. I’m a beginner, and my coach actually told me to pull my hands down to begin the transition :( I’ve spent the first nine months playing, struggling with fat and thin shots. Since I started your “Build your own swing” a month ago, I’ve hit 300 balls on the range, and had just one thin! Previously, about 100 of those would have been fat or thin (I keep accurate stats, so those are accurate figures).

[@jack-hq7gr]

Congratulations and continued success

[@LarryCheungGolf]

Thanks =)

[@xIamTwist]

Could you clarify what motion you are doing with your hands when you say "down hinge"? I can't quite tell exactly from the video. Thanks!

[@canefan17]

I believe ulnar deviation with wrists.

[@andersmolnes6503]

It has been interesting to see your videos and teaching so far. Can you explain why you want to get rid of the lag so early in the downswing?

[@LarryCheungGolf]

Anders Molnes good question, I don’t really use the word lag in my teachings, i think it’s too misunderstood, but for most people, them downhinging will help them get closer to having “lag” than them holding their wrist angles. Holding wrist angles do no good. :)

[@neutrino61]

I totally agree. Trying to hold the wrist angle does not help at all to create "lag"!

[@LarryCheungGolf]

For sure!!!

[@LarryCheungGolf]

I will also be making a video explaining why I prefer downhinging, so stay tuned and hope it will clear things up more!!! =)

[@andersmolnes6503]

Thank you for your answer Larry Cheung. I think I understand you. Looking forward to that video and further explanation.

[@genoh.1694]

Hi Larry, been following your channel and trying to improve my game. One question I have which I can’t seem to find the answer for is feeling of arms in downswing. I realize it’s almost a slingshot motion as you said, but does that mean they’re going to be wet noodles swinging through? I’m a bigger guy and I constantly struggle with using my arms in downswing. I hope you can help as for a guy that benches 300 lbs, I get outdriven by junior golfers a quarter of my size....

[@LarryCheungGolf]

Definitely not wet noodles, the easiest analogy would be throwing a medicine ball to the side as hard as you can, you'll have to use your body to propel your engaged arms to do so =)

[@genoh.1694]

Thanks for taking the time to give some good advice! Let us know if you ever get tired of the cold and move to Southern California!

[@LarryCheungGolf]

@@genoh.1694 haha we will see =P I do like Toronto quite a bit!!!

[@reidthompson6272]

When and how much to left heel? Still 80% right heel on squat but when do you rotate to left heel?

[@LarryCheungGolf]

I like 80% right heel during squat and rotate to start downswing, then everything will react and push up and rotate into left heel, there is no set time, just let it flow and react. BUT make sure its not squat and then rotate, its squat and rotate at the same time as a blended movement =)

[@Boingyboing]

Curious to know what is your swing path number is.

[@LarryCheungGolf]

Ray Li 3-5* Inside-out :)

[@Rick102667]

The squat and rotate messes up my timing, I kick out my front left knee to start my transition down.

[@RUBBADUBS]

You should do a “release” video. Maybe even slow mo some swings. Thanks

[@UnpaintedOG]

I don't think you need to worry about release so much as long as you're sequencing everything else correctly. The release will come naturally.

[@doublea3760]

I like this but man it is hard for me to keep my eye on the ball.

[@sandboxes]

Hi Larry, I've been trying this and noticed I'm hitting the ball fat a lot. Any thoughts on why? In just the half swing it feels pretty pure! Another question, when downhinging is that akin to having a straight line feeling from left shoulder to hand to club head? Otherwise, I can feel I'm using the ground a lot better and seem to get more power from my big muscles. Thanks for making these videos!

[@LarryCheungGolf]

If you are hitting the ground alot, you are either staying down with your legs too long and not pushing back up, or you're pulling your hands down in the downswing =)

[@davidmalone4017]

Larry-how can I get a personal lesson from you?

[@LarryCheungGolf]

You can email me at [e-mail] =)