Here's Why You Can't Turn in the Golf Swing | Jimmy Ballard
Renowned instructor Jimmy Ballard explains why traditional instruction to 'turn' often leads to a destructive reverse pivot. He demonstrates how focusing on a turn rather than coiling into the trail leg causes the weight to move toward the target in the backswing, resulting in an over-the-top downswing. Ballard emphasizes staying connected and setting weight into the right leg to maintain proper swing path and power.
Attempting to 'turn' from two hip sockets often forces weight onto the left leg during the backswing (reverse pivot).
A reverse pivot typically causes the golfer to shift weight back to the right leg during the downswing, leading to an 'over-the-top' move.
Improper turning often causes the arms and club to roll too far inside and around the body.
Instead of a simple turn, focus on coiling into the 'set' of the right leg while staying connected.
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