Hello Tom,
I would like to check with you an action that could help with Tilt, Turn, Extend. During the backswing my left shoulder tilt and turn to bring my right shoulder above the left one and thus extend. I wonder when my shoulder goes to the ball and I couple it with my right hip on the swing, the hip moves the tail bone towards the target and brings the right shoulder over the left. Is it a good association?
I noticed during the tilt and turn that the left shoulder can go towards the ball without engaging the hips to the maximum (right leg in extension) because the left shoulder must go under the chin.
THANKS,
Richard Millette
Hi Richard - Swing-specific questions that are more technical in nature should now be posted to the Community in the online school platform. It is far easier to link to related lessons and drills there. Of course you are always free to enjoy dialoging with fellow members here on such topics if that is your preference.
Thanks!
Tom
Here are my thoughts but Tom would be better able to answer your questions: The association you're making between your shoulder, hip, and tailbone movements during the backswing is great observation. Let's break it down to ensure we have a clear understanding.
1. Left Shoulder Tilt and Turn: During the backswing, you want your left shoulder to tilt downward and turn around your spine. This allows you to create the necessary coil and torque in your body to generate power during the downswing.
2. Right Hip Movement: As you mentioned, coupling the shoulder movement with the right hip is crucial. Your hips play a significant role in creating rotational power in the golf swing. During the backswing, your right hip should turn away from the target, helping to coil your upper body.
3. Bringing the Right Shoulder Over the Left: As you complete the backswing, your right shoulder will naturally move above the left one due to the rotational motion of your upper body. This position is known as "loading" or "coiling" and is vital for storing energy before the downswing.
4. Tailbone and Hip Movement: Your tailbone movement is often a result of your hip movement and rotation. As you complete your backswing and start the downswing, the hips start to turn toward the target, leading to the tailbone moving slightly forward.
Overall, the association you've noticed between the shoulder, hip, and tailbone movements seems reasonable, as long as the movements are coordinated and in sync with each other. Remember, golf is a dynamic and complex sport, and different players may have slight variations or feels in their swings. The key is to find a comfortable and repeatable motion that allows you to strike the ball consistently and accurately.
If you find that your left shoulder is going towards the ball without engaging the hips fully, it might be worth working on your hip rotation and the sequencing of your movements to ensure proper synchronization and power generation.
Happy golfing!