The 10-Second Genius Drill Fixes Your Ball Striking Instantly

Golf instructor Ashley Knoll demonstrates why lag is a natural reaction to proper sequencing rather than a forced downswing motion. She breaks down a split-hand pump drill to set wrist angles and introduces a 10-second open-hand pre-shot routine that keeps the chest facing back through transition to shallow the club and compress the ball effortlessly.

• Lag is a reaction to correct backswing setup and sequencing, not something to force late in the downswing.
• Practice a split-hand drill to feel the trail wrist hinge properly during the backswing.
• Keep your chest facing back toward the trail side during transition until the club reaches the pre-impact parallel (PIP) shaft position.
• Maintain your natural trail hand grip placement throughout the swing to protect your swing shape.
• Use a 10-second routine of three open-handed continuous practice swings before stepping up to hit the shot.

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