Focus on TRANSITION instead of your backswing

Golf performance coach Justin Langhill introduces the 'Buckle Down Drill' to shift focus from backswing positions to the transition and impact zone. By focusing on the belt buckle moving toward the lead heel and keeping the chest down, golfers can achieve more consistent weight transfer and power.

• Prioritize the transition over backswing positions for better on-course performance.
• The belt buckle should move down and forward toward the lead heel during the start of the downswing.
• Keep the chest facing the ground through impact to prevent 'spinning out' or leaning back.
• Weight transfer is essential; you'll immediately feel if you are leaning back during this drill.
• The backswing is essentially 'setup' while the transition is where performance happens.

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