This Pro Ignored My Swing and Fixed My Brain Instead
In this instructional session, Pro Mo demonstrates how Golf Sidekick's steep swing and early extension were actually symptoms of a 'broken brain'—misaligned target perception. By using a Gate Drill to recalibrate Matt's visual alignment, Pro Mo helps him shallow the club and maintain his posture without complex mechanical thoughts. The lesson highlights the importance of matching internal visualization with external reality to fix swing path issues.
Visual perception of the target from the side can be highly deceptive; always verify your alignment from behind the ball.
A steep attack angle and early extension are often compensations for a golfer thinking the target is further left (for righties) than it actually is.
Use a physical 'gate' (alignment sticks) 10 yards ahead to force your brain to accept the correct start line.
Maintaining your 'bum in the box' and avoiding early extension is easier when the club is on the correct path early in the downswing.
Think of the release as moving a steering wheel 'under and left' rather than just flipping the hands.