Sync Your Body & Arms (99% Of Amateurs Get This Wrong) | Paddy's Golf Tips #46 | Padraig Harrington
Three-time Major champion Padraig Harrington explains how to correctly synchronize the arms and body to maximize power and control. He demonstrates why over-rotating the torso often leads to lost speed and a 'cut' shot, offering a drill centered on a shorter arm swing paired with a full shoulder turn.
Over-turning the torso often results in losing control of the arms and decreasing overall swing speed.
A shorter arm swing (hands to shoulder height) naturally encourages the body to turn more to compensate, leading to better sequencing.
The torso only contributes about 5% of direct speed; real power comes from the correct relationship between the arms and the body rotation.
Practice hitting 'three-quarter' shots where the arms stop early but the chest finishes facing the target fully.
Relaxed, 'sloppy' arms in practice can help a golfer rediscover the natural lag and acceleration needed for speed.