Hey everyone, I'm new to the program and really enjoying the videos and all the support within the Saguto Golf community! I had my first range session attempting this new swing style and had hit some really good shots. Some of the crispest feeling shots I've ever felt. Unfortunately, I didn't take any video of my swing that time. Went to the range a couple more times after and can't seem to recreate those good swings. Almost every single one of my shots are s-words or chunks. I've uploaded a video here (this one was an s-word as you can see). There's probably tons of things wrong. I know my backswing doesn't match what it's supposed to look like (club is facing too vertical), but it looks like I kept my hands in? I know the backswing is the key, but I'm leaning towards my downswing being the bigger issue. But, I honestly am just guessing and hoping someone has better insight. Appreciate any help!
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@Sagar Patel I'll join Tom in welcoming you to the forum. I understand the desire to get out and play quickly, but I would suggest (and probably most other members) to slow down and work through the program. Drill 2.8 must be mastered before moving on to a full swing as it trains all the necessary movement. Unfortunately, they need to be committed to muscle memory, which takes a little patience.
As for your S****, it appears that you have some good things going with your upper body. I don't see a separation of the arms from the body. The issue is your lower body movement, which I will say is the hardest part for me to get also. I spend a lot of time trying to train the lower body. Your hips work toward the ball on the downswing. In other words, you're moving closer to the ball. You can see your head move up on the downswing to try and compensate.
For now, focus on drill 2.8 (but don't neglect the material up to that either). I can promise you that you can play golf with that drill. With the improved striking, you could be hitting it 70-80% of your full swing distance. That is plenty to go play a round of golf.