The REAL Pros and Cons of Pausing at the Top of Your Swing
Athletic Motion Golf instructors Mike Granato and Shaun Webb break down the 'transition transmission' concept, demonstrating why tour pros slow the club down to 0–1 mph at the top of the backswing. Using 3D data and PGA Tour examples like Cameron Young, they explain how early backswing acceleration allows for a smooth change of direction. They provide key vocal and movement drills to eliminate a rushed transition.
Tour pros reach maximum backswing club speed early (near shaft parallel) and decelerate down to 0-1 mph at the top.
Rushing into the top at high speeds forces you to expend energy fighting club momentum, pulling your arms out of position.
Proper pelvic and lower body mechanics create the natural 'brakes' that let the upper body and club coast into transition.
Audible feedback drills like humming or speaking through transition reveal hidden tension and speed spikes at the top.