The Real Cause Behind Swinging From the Inside: Player Lesson
PGA Teacher of the Year Mike Malaska breaks down why golfers struggle to swing from the inside, identifying improper shoulder turn and joint alignment as the root causes. He demonstrates how a proper side bend in the backswing and downswing allows the club to shallow naturally without manual manipulation. This lesson emphasizes moving joints correctly to achieve efficiency and avoid common injuries associated with forced swing positions.
A 10-degree difference in grip/face angle on Trackman can result in the ball being completely off the golf course.
The shoulders and hips should turn at a 90-degree angle to the spine, requiring a side bend in the golf swing.
Forcing 'connectivity' (like the towel drill) can often hinder natural arm movement and power.
To swing from the inside, the left shoulder must move down on the backswing and up on the downswing.
The right hip should move back and up during the backswing to create space for the club to drop down.
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