In this Scratch Golf Academy lesson, the instructor demonstrates how proper sternum positioning and side bend control low point contact throughout the golf swing. By analyzing tour pros like Justin Rose and Ben Hogan, he explains how maintaining posture and utilizing a body release prevents topping and hitting shots fat. The video includes practical drills for both irons and drivers to refine ground interaction.
For iron play, the sternum position helps move the swing's low point slightly past the ball for crisp turf contact.
A driver requires more secondary spine tilt and hip elevation to hit upward on the ball off the tee.
Keep the trail wrist bent back into impact and turn the body through to achieve a solid body release.
Practice small punch shots focused on clipping the turf target-side of the ball to refine impact position.
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