FORGET THE DEEP BACKSWING | This Changes Everything | GolfWRX |
Shawn Clement demonstrates how to eliminate a 'deep' backswing by using a simple rope swing drill to find the proper plane. By focusing on the weight of the rope and allowing it to settle over the shoulder, golfers can trigger a natural kinetic chain that improves tempo and release. The lesson emphasizes a gravity-fed transition and reactive body movement for effortless power and consistency.
A backswing that goes too 'deep' behind the body often causes an over-the-top move or a stall at impact.
Use a 40-inch gym rope to feel where the club naturally wants to hinge over your trail shoulder.
The transition should be a 'fall' of the arms fueled by gravity, not a forced push or pull.
The body should move out of the way reactively (self-preservation) to allow the club's momentum to pass through to the target.
The 'second pendulum' (wrist and elbow hinge) must be allowed to load and release naturally to generate speed without extra effort.