What Nobody Tells You About The Shoulder Move For Pure Iron Strikes

Name: What Nobody Tells You About The Shoulder Move For Pure Iron Strikes
Uploaded: 2026-08-11T18:49:03.000Z
Duration: 8 min 7 s
Channel: The Art of Simple Golf
Description: Alex Fortey from The Art of Simple Golf explains how pointing your lead shoulder down toward the ball prevents backswing sway and stabilizes low-point impact. He shares visual cues to stay centered, a humming tempo technique for smooth cadence, and an early transition move to gain effortless distance.

Alex Fortey from The Art of Simple Golf explains how pointing your lead shoulder down toward the ball prevents backswing sway and stabilizes low-point impact. He shares visual cues to stay centered, a humming tempo technique for smooth cadence, and an early transition move to gain effortless distance.

Point your lead shoulder down toward the golf ball during the backswing while keeping your nose centered to eliminate swaying.
Avoid dipping or losing leg flex when tilting the lead shoulder; keep your lower body stable and turn around your head axis.
Hum a favorite tune during your swing motion to naturally discover your optimal swing cadence and release tension.
Begin shifting weight onto your lead foot slightly before the backswing finishes to create effortless power from the transition.

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