STOP Pulling Your Left Side | Jimmy Ballard

Jimmy Ballard explains why pulling the left side through impact or forcing the right elbow into the hip leads to getting stuck in a blocked position. By letting the right side fire naturally from the ground up and allowing the left elbow to fold through impact, golfers can achieve consistent, solid ball striking.

• Avoid pulling your lead side excessively through impact, which leads to getting stuck and blocking shots.
• Do not force or jam your back elbow into your side during the downswing.
• Allow the right side to fire from the ground up to initiate power efficiently.
• Let the lead elbow fold naturally through impact for a smooth release and solid contact.

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