She Couldn’t Strike the Ball Consistently… Until We Fixed This Backswing Move

In this live lesson, Meandmygolf instructors fix a student's reverse pivot and open clubface by training proper trail-side loading in the backswing. By turning into the trail hip instead of sliding toward the target, the student achieved consistent low-point contact, squared the clubface, and gained 10 mph in clubhead speed.

• Avoid shifting your lead hip target-side during the backswing, which creates a reverse pivot and leads to fat or thin strikes.
• Rotate into your trail hip and foot during the backswing to properly coil your upper body and store power.
• Allow the toe of the clubhead to pass the heel through impact (proper face release) to prevent shots leaking right.
• Use intentional practice swings before each shot to reinforce new motor patterns and balance control.

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