Fix That Armsy Backswing Move #golfswing #golftips
PGA instructors from Me and My Golf demonstrate a split-grip drill designed to eliminate an 'armsy' backswing and create more width. By focusing on keeping the trailing arm straight and rotating the torso early in the takeaway, golfers can avoid common narrow-swing compensations. This technique ensures a better sequence and more consistent clubface control throughout the swing.
Keep the trailing (right) arm straighter and positioned 'on top' of the lead arm during the initial takeaway.
Early folding of the right arm causes a narrow swing and prevents full torso rotation.
Professional golfers initiate width by rotating their torso early in the backswing movement.
Use a split grip rehearsal to ensure the trailing arm stays straight until the hands pass the right thigh.
Maintaining width in the backswing eliminates the need for mid-swing compensations to square the clubface.