Tom Saguto of SagutoGolf explains why the popular advice to 'fire the hips' often leads to inconsistent contact and power loss. He demonstrates how focusing on shoulder and arm acceleration actually allows the hips to fire later and faster as a natural reaction, creating a more powerful, shallow, and repeatable golf swing.
Firing the hips too early leaves the arms stuck behind the body, causing flips and inconsistent contact.
Think of your hips as an 'accessory' to the swing rather than the primary mover.
Focus on accelerating the shoulders first; the hips will naturally swivel and explode through impact later.
A shoulder-led downswing helps keep the club shallow and on the proper path, preventing over-the-top slices.
Proper sequencing creates a whip-like effect that generates effortless power compared to forced hip rotation.
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