The Hidden Ground Pressure details Behind Great Rotation
George Gankas demonstrates how ground pressure shifts, spine extension, and left bend create powerful, effortless hip rotation in the golf swing. Working with a student, Gankas uses resistance band drills and hip crease feedback to maintain swing width and prevent early extension. Learn how pressure moves from toe to heel to optimize recentering and low-point control into impact.
Move foot pressure gradually from the lead ball of the foot to the trail heel during the backswing while keeping knees moving naturally together.
Introduce left bend between P2 and P3 to put the lead hip into flexion and re-center the pelvis over the ground.
Maintain pelvic tilt down while extending the upper spine and retracting the trail shoulder at the top of the swing.
Maintain swing width in transition using upper arm extension rather than pulling arms down narrow.
Keep the lead shoulder down during early downswing to maintain depth and stay on top of the swing plane.