Giles Gill breaks down the 'non-negotiable' move of tour pros: shifting 85-90% of pressure to the lead leg at impact while maintaining spine tilt away from the target. He demonstrates a tiered approach using alignment sticks and the '8 o'clock' follow-through drill to ensure ball-first contact and maximum compression. The video also covers critical setup fixes, such as lead arm alignment and preventing arm adduction in the backswing, to unlock a more efficient strike.
At impact, aim for 90% of your weight on the lead foot while your head remains behind the ball.
Upper body tilt acts as a 'rudder,' allowing the club to swing on-plane from the inside.
Use the '8 o'clock' finish cue to promote full rotation and prevent the common 'chicken wing' flaw.
Ensure the lead arm and club shaft form a straight line at setup to maintain structural integrity throughout the swing.
Avoid pinning the lead arm against the chest (adduction) in the backswing to prevent getting 'stuck' in the downswing.