ONE Hip Move That Transforms Your Backswing | Padraig Harrington
Padraig Harrington demonstrates how to build a powerful and consistent backswing by focusing on a one-piece takeaway and completing the turn with the hips rather than lifting the arms. He explains why allowing the head to rotate and the trail knee to straighten is essential for a full shoulder turn, and emphasizes the use of short practice swings to maintain control and speed.
Start the backswing with a 'one-piece' triangle move into the right heel for stability.
The completion of the backswing is triggered by rotating the hip, which allows the shoulders to fully turn.
Avoid 'lifting' the club at the top, as it causes a loss of connection, power, and control.
Allow the trail knee to straighten slightly (but not lock) to facilitate a bigger hip and shoulder rotation.
Take practice swings that are shorter than your real swing to build speed and keep your body in sync.