The Trail Arm Width Drill That Stops Casting and Adds Distance!

Athletic Motion Golf demonstrates a simple drill to maintain trail arm width at the top of the backswing. By keeping the hands shoulder-width apart during the turn and sliding the trail hand down, golfers can eliminate casting and hit longer, more solid shots.

• 3D motion data shows pros keep their trail arm significantly wider at the top of the backswing than amateurs.
• Overbending the trail arm leads directly to casting the club during transition.
• Practice taking a shoulder-width grip, turning to the top, and sliding the trail hand back to feel wide arm structure.
• Maintaining trail arm width creates a compact arm swing combined with a full shoulder turn.

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