THE GRIP | PRESSURE POINTS AND GRIP PRESSURE | THE GOLFING MACHINE
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- Опубліковано 6 чер 2024
- The Grip is often described as the most important basic fundamental to get right when it comes to learning to play golf. While I would not consider there to be one perfect grip (Stack & Tilt describes the grip as a variable, not a fundamental), I do see it as a VITALLY important component in the bigger picture of playing better golf.
The Grip is the only contact you have with the golf club and the way you place your hands on the club will directly influence how the wrists and arms will move - which in turn will influence the CLUB FACE - and reaching any level of competence in golf requires you to learn some form of CLUB FACE CONTROL.
So THE GRIP matters!
This video discusses some of the lesser discussed areas of the grip, such as PRESSURE POINTS and GRIP PRESSURE - factors that I believe are vastly misunderstood and lead to many common errors when it comes to GRIP and GRIP PRESSURE. The Golfing Machine book describes these PRESSURE POINTS and how they directly aid the golfer in acquiring, storing, and releasing power into the ball, while helping golfers to learn the essential skill of club face control.
Discuss these ideas with your coach and explore the option of a grip change to unlock major improvements in your ball striking and shot shaping.
Choose the GRIDLIFE for a better golf game!
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Thank you so much for publishing this video. Over 48 years, there is nothing that has come remotely close to the immediate impact that this tutorial had on my golf striking. Not anything in golf instruction or in life. This is absolutely amazing!!
Best grip video I have ever seen. Well done. Many thanks.
Best video on the grip that I've seen on YT. Very comprehensive. I never thought much about the grip until last year, but changing my grip really cut down on the slices & fades & I hit the ball a lot straighter. I've always loved the interlocking grip because it just feels right for me. I recall that chipping video where you used a weaker grip I believe, & I'm going to try that when I'm finally able to golf in a couple of weeks.
Great video. I was a "hold it like a baby bird" gripper. Then I heard Brad Faxon give a speech where he said the grip pressure in the hand should be significantly tighter and another pro suggested I hold it at an 8 out of 10 -- all things you are saying. Brad also mentioned the arms and wrist have to be supple and soft. Great to hear you bring all this up and reinforce it. I have had great success implementing much of what you teach.
I converted to S & T about eight months ago and am now from the high 90s to mid 80s even though not been on the course a lot due to the restrictions etc. I have been following Singapore Golf for some time now, this the very best instruction I have ever come across for the golf grip, took it to the course yesterday and and a lot of the shots I hit were push draw, fantastic Rob, keep up the good work *****
I have always used the hold the club with the pressure to hold a baby bird. I am going to increase the pressure to a 7, 8, or 9 to see if that reduces dispersion
Without doubt the best grip information I've seen. Big fan of your clear and thorough explanations, thanks 👍
Just come across your video by chance and what you say, and demonstrate, has given me a light bulb moment, thank you for such clear and concise instruction.
Good morning Rob-Another good reminder. Enjoy the clarity of the information. You are by far the most informative instructor on -line. Be good, be safe-Russ
Intelligent teaching. Ought to have more followers. Love his thorough explanations and demonstrations of proven principles without being overly critical of other teaching approaches. Good job Rob! Can't wait for your next video.
Probably the best video on grip pressure points, finger position and grip pressure! Highly appreciate Rob
Great content! I am amazed that in each and every video you do, I finds "nuggets" that help in my journey to retool my swing to S&T. As always, job well done. Thanks for sharing :)
This is gold! Well done Rob. I’d expect nothing less
I just came about your videos a week ago. I have learned so much. At first, I thought it would be too technical, but you explain everything in an easy-to-understand way. Thanks. It is so logical!!!!! The grip method you demonstrated is a first for me. I will practice using that grip, hoping it will show improvement.
This grip video was enlightening. More comprehensive than many others I've previously watched. thx
I used this video to explain the proper hand position to a friend of mine. He was amazed by your explanation... so clear and concise.
Hands down one of the best explanations ive heard or seen yet by far.
No one explained the grip the way you did Rob.I tried this today and it all made sense.your grip and wrist action helped my game significantly.I am playing more consistent golf.Thanks.
Absolutely great video. For me it was hard to understand why the pressure points were relavant at first but as my swing progressed they started making more sense. I've changed my grip so much since starting but now it's kind of evolved naturally into what you've shown. I'm so stubborn though I needed to try and fail everything else before acheiving it! Thanks again.
I am an absolute buyer of your videos. i am so much more consistent with flush hits and improved distances. i cant thank you enough
Excellent instruction on golf grip/pressure, well explained! Thank you, Sir
I had a terrible round, topping and a hanks. My grip was the problem and this video corrected this problem. Thanks. Practiced with the change and no-one miss hit all shots solid. Great video
Thanks Rob for another great video. I use a number of your drills.
This is such an important video that EVERY single golfer starting out should watch. My grip was bad for 2 years before learning how to fix it and not taking any lessons either.
I had not given much thought and attention on grip and blamed everything that goes wrong on everything else including my grip. However this vid changed everything for me on grip and this is the game changer for me. I have tried this gripping like 2 outings now and I am thrilled how many fairways I hit. Not perfect yet but I think I am on the right track here... thank you so much for this easy to follow vid.. looking forward to watch more vids. 2 thumbs up
That's really interesting comment on modifying your grip to suit different clubs and shots. I've found by trial and error that I need a slightly stronger grip on my driver to hit straight, but that same grip gives me a tendency to pull my irons. Trail hand slightly over the top fixes it. Great to have my own experimentation vindicated by an expert. Thanks for another excellent video.
Very informative video. As a new golfer, I’m experimenting with different grips, and your point on having various grips “in your bag”makes good sense. Definitely will focus on the pressure points as well. Thank you
As always, your presentation and knowledge are excellent.
Excellent, clear, and logical explanation of the grip. Very good video. 👍👏
More amazing content. You're the best Rob!
Love it! First grip video, which fundamentaly explains the grip, puts it into a modern perspective and not only repeats old theories.
Especially the topic grip vs wrist pressure.
Think the main reasons light grip pressure is/was teached, is because it's easier to maintain loose wrists (which is important?) having a loose "toothpaste" "bird" grip.
But having a firm grip while loose wrists feels so much better - you gain both: control & release
Great video instruction as always. This instruction I would say like going back to basic first lesson while helping to clear some of misunderstanding. Thank you. Rob.👍👍👍
Best teacher ever!
Terrific lesson laying out very methodically the grip!
At the range today. Long story short, I have noticed the importance of these pressure points in the hands and fingers at the top of backswing and indeed thoughout the whole swing. If you lose the points at the top during transition, it is very difficult to control the club face after that. I think this is the most important guide to hitting more controlled and consistent shots, as you always know uncounciously where the face is throughout the swing.
So just to check, where should you feel the pressure points at the end of the backswing and also at the moment of impact. Ty so much.
Between you and @nicktaylorgolf I will be a mid to low hadicap player before end of year. I been pretty decent with my grip. One of the things I make sure of but this right here was in so much detail thank you. Some times I do forget the simple things and this helps me stay more consistent. Great video. It is the best I have seen when comes to grip. And trust me I have been studying for a while.
Extremely helpful. 👏🏾👍🏾. Many thanks.
Great video. Pressure point 3 is a great illustration/explanation!
Funny you mentioned the fingers gripping a little firm. I experimented the other day with that on my clubs and actually had contact with the ball still. You speaking of this make me want to try this out more. I was holding like I was protecting the bird analogy. The firm fingers worked great on the trail hand when I hinged it at the top of the swing and brought it down on impact to the ball. Thanks again Rob.
Thank you Rob. I saw a lot of things that I need to work on my grip. 👍
Awesome video I really like how you explain everything it's so amazing
Very clear, excellent!
First time hearing any of this. Big thanks!!
Great video again bud 👍 grip pressure is a real eye opener thank you will certainly give that a go this wkend keep up the great content 😊
I like your infectious style Rob, thank you, that was a clear and present lesson. Stay healthy
I have watched lots of grip videos. This one is the best by far.
Great teaching. Thanks
Dude, I have been on the, hold the club as lightly as you possibly can without having it follow the golf ball down range, boat since I started 3 years ago... Flying wedge, losing the arm wrestling match, the S & T method, and now this grip lesson...Handicap numbers have to be falling like London
Bridges in Singapore since you arrived out there 😁... Thanks Robby C....In the place to be....Helpin to make golf a bit more EZ....By way of the S and T. 🍻🏌️♂️
Hi Rob - just 'stumbled" over your You Tube site and have now subscribed and look forward to future tuition from you. This video was most timely as I was going thru a 'wobble" in my game (not unusual over the last 62 years of playing the game) and you may have just given me a quick return to form. Enjoy the no nonsense, factual manner you use and its nice to see someone offering sound advice without the usual claims to make me more like a pro than the amatuer I am. Have been to the practice fairway and was delighted in the changes adopted (mainly in the pressure points in the trail hand) brought me instant return to clean straight shots across the bag. Must admit is feels a bit strange (thumb pad over the lead thumb) but looking forward to 18 holes tomorrow
Fantastic info. Thanks!
In tennis grips change for different shots. Seems to reason we could do that in golf.
Thanks Rob !! This video was amazing...... I have struggled with controlling my driver club face. My grip is very strong with my driver where my irons especially with 6 to Wedges are less stronger. I am trying to break this bad habit from gripping my driver versus my irons. Maybe I am not comfortable with my grip pressure with longer club hence why I tend to have a much stronger grip. this video provides a great visualize and drill to help improve my grip and grip pressure.
Slightly free interpretation of #2.
But I love it. Actually the way I tend to explain it. Great video, as always.
Kill the bird!
Very informative !!!
You really understand what you're talking about thank you
Very informative video.
thanks great explanation and adaptability
Excellent video. New fan and follower here.
Grip pressure - Interesting. I think most go with the "grip just enough that the club doesn't leave your hands". I'll give that a try and see how it goes! Nice point about the right heel pad to help keep your left arm straight. I'm a little unsure about the trigger finger though as I don't feel I put pressure against the shaft as you suggest as it more or less just sits there.
Good stuff as usual, Rob! Cheers.
I keep my thumb to the right of the club almost on the side with my right hand. And I strike the ball really well. I hit mid to high 70's but I tried to change to be more neutral the way you showed as this is the way i was shown years ago having lessons.. but I started topping it and over drawing the ball.. so I've gone back to my thumb to the side of the shaft.. I must be doing something else in my swing to stop me from having a neutral grip. Thank you for your video.. great advice. And I feel better about my grip pressure and pressure points... cheers
Great job again I will try to neutralize my grip a little bit more on chipping and pitching as I tend to pull them.
Everytime I watch this video I shoot a better score. I am from the old school of soft hands, my tendency is not to hold club tight enough and the head twists leading to inconsistency. Thanks Rob once again.
Another great video Rob, what are your thoughts on grip size and how that affects the golf swing ? Thank-you, I look forward to your next lesson.
Thanks for this! A few amateur comments! 1 - I like the Golf Machine - way before it’s time. 2 The grip as you describe it also adds an advantage of older golfers or people who play a bit - there is less “stress” on your right riding finger and the nerves do not play up. 3 Having a “hold the bird grip” is easily recognised if you need to adjust it in your backswing!!! 4 Obviously if we are delivering to a target, with speed (not force) a “soft” grip is useless 5 Yes - a proper grip allows me to move the clubface to ensure, on any day, it is square at impact - or a touch open, closed ... Good stuff, thanks
Love this video as these grip fundamentals give a feeling of both power and control. One thing I struggle with is rather than placing the right thumb "across the shaft", I find myself placing my right thumb to the right of or behind the shaft because this also gives a feeling of power when I push my thumb forward from this position. I know it is wrong but it's a difficult habit to break. Any thoughts?
Very good. Thanks.
Once again great video Rob. Would you consider the grip position you show as "neutral" or slightly "strong"? Do you think a "strong" grip reduces any wrist action in the swing? Also thanks for the reference at the 14:00 minute mark about the pushing of the right arm to keep the left straight. I need to go back to that video and re-watch.
Fantastic. Thanks
Very helpful….sometimes we tend to forget the fundamentals overtime specially when we are only playing weekends or once in a while. Thanks for the great reminder
Hi great video. Regarding to grip pressure do you apply a downward pressure from point "1" to the lead thumb through out the swing. Point 1 indicates your red number 1 that you marked on your right hand. Enjoying your video series. Keep up the great work.
Thanks, for me it helps to think of the Grip as a unit, while the Left thumb sits slightly right, the right thumb sits slightly left.
Good video!.. You reference another video at the end about how the right hand helps to keep the left arm straight. Do you have a link to it? I looked through your videos, but didn't see it.
Rob, any advice on how to determine what size grip is right? I’ve been using midsize for a while and thinking of going back to standard. Thanks much.
Very useful video. I am experimenting with overlapping the index finger of my lead hand over the pinky of the trailing hand. The benefits that are claimed for this grip are that it helps people who tend to flip their wrists at impact and also that it helps people who slice the ball. It was used by Gene Sarazen (I believe he won 7 majors). Can you please provide your thoughts on this. Thanks.
Hi Rob
Do you have any thoughts on wrist angles at address?
Your tilting video has really been a game changer for me
I refer to this video when my address to the ball feels 'off'. The only thing I wish this video covered(but there's a dedicated video on this already) is having some ulnar deviation in the wrist at address. That will help you get the wrist moving/setting as you take the club back in the backswing
Good video Rob, can I ask your opinion on if a Coach said grip pressure should be 5-7/10 never lighter than 5/10 and never tighter than 7/10 what your thoughts are? Thanks
Hi, Rob. Do you keep any pad pressue on the hanlde in setup and to hinge up in bsw, do you push down on the handle or just twist the left wirst?
Wonderful
I think in order to maintain a strong grip on the club and yet have loose wrists it is important to ensure that the thumb and forefingers of both hands are not gripping the club too tightly. By which I mean they shouldn’t pinch the club. If you pincer your thumb and forefinger together and then try and move your wrist you will observe a serious loss of mobility in your wrists! Thanks for the good advice!
Exactly where should the life line touch the left thumb? Side or top of left thumb, or somewhere in between?
Hi Rob. I’ve gone from an open club face to anything between 1 degree and 9 degree closed. I’m trying to get consistency can you identify why there’s such a range and how do I address it?
Along with a firm secure grip with the right index finger #3 pressure point do you feel that the golf swing thru impact is like swinging a rigid but flexible stick or shaft vs swinging a rope like "the pro" guy Dan Martin advocates with no flexing of the shaft. There seems to be 2 schools of thought but when I watch good players compressing the ball it sure seems they stress the shaft.
loose wrists not so easy when gripping hard. Do you have any drills?
So, I have always been plagued by a fade. When hitting it great, a straight shot or a baby fade. When “off” a significant fade to the occasional slice. As such, I have spent a lot of time on the grip. Differences from what you’ve shown: I had the grip much more in the fingers of my left hand, pretty much along the line of the first finger pad next to the pad. From there, I would try to get the heel pad on top, but it was a constant battle, especially to see 2-3 (or more to go stronger) knuckles. Holding the grip more diagonally from a similar spot on the pointer finger directly to the heel pad, makes this MUCH easier. Also, having that notch on too of the shaft is also easier in this position. Right Hand. I had ALWAYS tried to get my left thumb in the lifeline gap on the right hand, not on the side of the right thumb. This is a huge difference. By trying to get it in the lifeline, the right hand has to be much more “weak” and on top. On the side of thumb pad, the right hand can be in a stronger position and still exerting good pressure on the club. This position also makes the pointer finger knuckle an easy fit on the shaft. No question this grip will bring about more draws. The only part that makes me angry is that while I have had, from watching and other study, one hand correct before, never both. Looking forward to playing today and seeing how this goes!
2 questions. Should the left thumb be completely covered/invisible by the right palm? How long should the thumbs be? short medium or long? Thanks!
i think I finally understand 🥴Everyone has something different that they have to learn I think, mine is/was (I hope) the grip which stopped me at a 6 handicap. I think i can now go lower…..wish me luck 🙂
Great point about grip pressure - too loose = lack of club face control and easier to flip/roll the club face post impact IMO
Hi, how much ulnar of the left wrist should be in conjunction with a lie angle , lets say the toe a little bit up with regard to body types ( short or tall). I have a problem with arms straight that i need more ulnar to catch up with lie angle.
Sometimes my right hand moves slightly at the connection of pressure point 2. Is this due to insufficient downward pressure of the right thumb pad on the left thumb, or do you think I may be pulling my upper right hand off by a right elbow move during the takeaway? This error causes errant shots to the right.
Wow.. I thought I had a perfect grip... realized pressure 1 was right off. Boy has it made a difference. My distance has increased due to that
I have a vicious hook which I hope to fix with the No3 pressure point on the trail hand. My first finger/palm knuckle tends to float leaving my trigger finger at the the first joint and over-active. I would be interested in a commenteg thumbs-up, if you think I'm on the right path. Low handicap of 5 playing proper clubs round a proper course in the UK.
This is like the Hogan grip, yeah? This feels very much like the grip I had been using for my driver, as I hit it better when I could see 3 knuckles, but my irons my lead hand was more neutral. I like this better.
The Golfing Machine is probably the most difficult book I have ever attempted reading. I still have nightmares 😂
@@golftecasia I Agree, first time thru reading it, it scrambled my brain, then after reading the S&T Swing Definitive Guide I started to understand some of it. However, that being said, your videos have been the most significant piece to my understanding of and how to retool my swing to get the benefits of S&T.
Grip pressure being tight is one of the things I figured out after months of trying light grip pressure i hit it 2000 times better with a tighter grip
Can I ask you one more question. Do you tee the ball lower with Stack and Tilt
@@golftecasia Thank you
What pressure, if any, is the right thumb, doing?
@@golftecasia you are amazing I love your clear concise explanations love you I’ve been playing 49!years and still picking up tidbits from you ⛳️👍
The Pressure Point #2 location in this video is wrong. The PP#2 is on the last three fingers of the left hand (6-C-1 in The Golfing Machine). Indeed the Clubehead Lag of the second Power Accumulator clearly press against the fingers (try to push the clubhead in the plane of motion of the Accumulator #2 against a solid body holding the club only with the left hand... where is the pressure? on the fingers).
Honestly, it’s old timers with slow club head speed that are telling younger golfers to be easy on the grip. I fell for the advice for a long time and I damn near quit golf. I went back to my old grip pressure and everything felt better. My club speed is 115 plus in comparison to the older gents who have a slower club speed and less grip pressure.
I still have to watch this video a lot because thats my biggest problem is the the way I hold the club
Hi Rob I see you are doing what I call ‘the twirl waggle’ to feel the weight of the club as it travels on its circular path. Jack Nicklaus did this; but I am the first to name it. If you google ‘the twirl waggle’ you will see my face. And the first videos on the subject. Cheers
@@golftecasia loved this video. It brought me back to the basics and the 6-8 présure you mentioned on the handle is essential for the twirl waggle to work as my upper arms are by my rip cage. Cheers
Thank you. Can you tell me why we wear a glove on our lead hand only? Why not on both hands?