Jonathan Chown (JChownGolf) explains the three primary reasons amateur golfers struggle to rotate through the ball: improper setup distance, poor clubface control, and 'across the line' backswings. He demonstrates how these flaws force the body to stall and flip at impact to compensate. Chown provides specific drills, including the 'Preset Pump Drill,' to help golfers create room and maintain face control for a fluid, professional-style turn.
Maintain a thumb-to-pinky (hand span) distance between your belt buckle and the club's butt-end to create space for your hands to move through impact.
A clubface that is too open or too closed forces the body to stall its rotation; use a neutral grip and alignment stick to ensure the face stays square in the takeaway.
Avoid an 'across the line' backswing by keeping the trail elbow pointing down; a steep shaft angle in the transition prevents efficient rotation.
The 'Preset Pump Drill' is the best way to isolate the feel of rotation, focusing on the lead side moving back and around through the hitting zone.
Rotation through impact naturally creates forward shaft lean, which is why a square clubface is critical before the turn starts.