We hope you enjoyed this video and have the confidence to go against the grain and relax that lead arm. We think you'll be pleasantly surprised just how much easier it makes the swing become. To learn more about Easiest Swing head to easiestswing.com see you in the next video!
Super video Phillip. I played today in poor conditions. It had drizzled all night and the ground was saturated. It was drizzling for most of the round. Even though I was wearing rain gloves. I felt like the club would slip out of my hands. I was squeezing the club so tight all day that half way through the round my lower back was hurting. I played miserably. Tension is the biggest killer of a golf swing. I had no flow and my rhythm and tempo suffered. Wish I had stayed in bed this morning, lol. Tomorrow is a new day! Thanks for the tension free reminder!
Excellent video Phil on comparing a straight left arm and a slightly relaxed left arm in the golf swing. It appeared that with the relaxed left arm the ball trajectory was a little lower and is probably why it gained extra yards. In any event, it's worth trying and will do so this week and let you know the results. Well Done Phil!
Thank you for another very helpful video for the average golfer. I wish that I had been told that when I started playing golf 30 years ago. I can really recommend your new book The easiest Swing In golf.
went instantly to the driving range after seeing this video. Having some problems with my back this seems to be a good way to spare it as much as possible. I noticed no difference in height or length with my pw, iron 8 or hybrid, with which I had the try out. Best was I could hit 50 balls without pain. Thanks Philip.
I miss the days of my 150yd 7iron. 130yd max these days with 90 to 100mph ball speed. I've read at my age my distance is the norm on all my clubs. The easiest swing has gone a long way on saving my stamina and reducing my pain. Of course I'm reviewing this video for the 3rd time I think. Thank you.
Thanks Andrew keep on working at it I’m sure you can find a few more yards yet. The next couple of videos due out may well help a lot in this regard! 🤩
Great tip and video thanks. As a new golfer with lower back issues, this instruction is invaluable. My circle of lady golfers have had the 'straight left arm' drummed into us! I'm happy that I'm hitting the ball straight, tbh 😂 but I will try this now.
I have always been interested in the fact that the vast majority of women take instruction from male golfers who try to get them to do the things they perceive they are doing wrong themselves! Surely a better starting point would be - what type of swing would suit a female golfer better?
Another amazing video. I've been stretching that arm so much, and it does not feel right. Going to the driving range in a bit and practice the relaxation! Also, 11 days to Canterbury! I cannot wait! So excited for the workshop, and meeting you all.
Thank you for the great tip. I tried keeping the left arm relaxed, and it works ! You said there are three deadly donts in the easiest swing system, what's the other two? Thank you.
Simplest way to find this out and all the other key elements of ES is to read either of our books there is a short free version on the website or you can purchase the whole book there too.
Enjoying your videos as always. A question I have is that your shoulder turn looks fairly level. Many teachers are promoting a fair amount of shoulder tilt in the backswing. Perhaps it’s just the camera angle? Many thanks 😊
Good question - this is a generalisation but more spinal tilt is often difficult for senior golfers and anyone with back issues. As most of our followers and coaches are from this group we normally encourage a flatter turn due to a more upright posture. It puts less strain on the spine.
I remember not too long ago at the driving range, all my iron shots were going everywhere except sheets that should bs doing. I sent for a swig of water and came back and just hit the ball - no proper address, just a quick glance I’d where I wanted to hit it…boom - just by swinging the club at the ball, I hit the best and easiest shot that I have probably ever hit. No thinking or complications - just a “Sod it” attitude and I do that. Obviously there was no tension - just a natural see ball…hit ball - food for thought.
That’s very good and ultimately where you should end up with a carefree and easy swing. Well done on discovering this and keep going in that direction 👍
i really enjoy your stuff which to me is very logical way to play.i found wild bill teachings before yours.one thing i notice from your videos seem to show you with club in centre of stance(like another great teacher man del la torre)but wild bill advocates playing everything off left heel?
Glad you are enjoying our channel David. I think if you have a very grooved inside attack then left heel is ok for all clubs so some tour players prefer this. But average players usually end up swinging out to in with the ball in that position for all clubs. So both systems work but it is an individual choice.
Thinning is usually a sign of latent tension in the through swing. A lazier action with softer hands and arms will normally resolve it. Failing that you may need your clubs extending 1/4” or 1/2”
The original was PIG by Brian and the new one came out this year and is a combined work by both brothers (Brian passed away in 2022) the key points of what is in the original book is in the second but it also goes over some new ground. I’d recommend reading both but if you are only going to read one go for TESIG hope that helps!
Have you seen this one? Easiest Swing Chipping Techniques Every Golfer Must Know ua-cam.com/video/nZHC7GR6pdE/v-deo.html We will be doing more in future or you could join the club where we have 25 training courses including an intensive short game course.
Hi, I am a big believer and follower of this principle and technique for the reasons you espouse. However, I hover the clubhead about half an inch above the ground in order to make good contact with the back of the ball on impact. This is because I straighten both my arms through the impact zone, thereby lengthening my swing arc slightly. Is this technique bad for consistency and therefore not ideal?
My problem was I developed a hook over time and from watching other videos I realized I was turning my hands/wrist in the back swing which made me turn the face on impact. Maybe this is something you could talk about, keep the hands quiet.
If the upper body twists ('shoulder turn') the left arm has to rotate clockwise to keep the club on plane and the right elbow pointing down. A straight left arm is part of this move. So if you can learn to pivot without twisting you can let the left elbow bend naturally.
I am right hand dominant and i flip a lot. I am 81 yrs. old but want to continue. slow and weak--diagnosed with multiple myeloma two years ago. driver swing speed 70 mph. have lost a few mph due to not playing or exercising last six months. just ordered hole in one. embarking on a new commitment. i think my lead arm is coming up. should i try and keep it somewhat straight through impact?Thx. Harley. p.s. 5ft.11in. 180 lbs. slender.
Hi Harley I hope to answer both queries in one here. No I do not try to be lead arm dominant and I definitely do not try to straighten my lead arm through impact. If you read Bill Mehlhorn he said he used to tie a rope from the club to his left shoulder and hit shots with his right hand only. He soon discovered that the rope straightened naturally through impact. This suggests that the lead arm can be flexible and relaxed through the hitting zone. If you are flipping this suggests too much effort and or a restriction around impact (could be lack of footwork or keeping head down too long). We have a video coming out in the next fortnight on a similar topic I hope you will find interesting. I hope that proves useful and helps you get back on track. Good luck with your health too. 👍
That needs a superior hand eye coordination that all golfers (including me) don't have. Keeping the arms too relaxed spoils my chipping, let alone long shots. IMHO, for the lesser talented golfers or late learners (I'm an example of both) it's better to minimise moving parts without getting too tense.
I hate to disagree with anyone and totally accept that any method or swing thought doesn’t necessarily work for everyone, but we have 20-30 years worth of evidence of golfers who one might say fit into that category who have gone on to make unbelievable progress despite believing they had poor hand eye coordination. I’d say don’t give up on this just because it didn’t work instantly, you may well really surprise yourself what you are capable of with a bit of perseverance.
Coach-- could you do a video where you show how the wrists and hands work in the swing especially in the start of the downswing?Would appreciate it --thank you
We hope you enjoyed this video and have the confidence to go against the grain and relax that lead arm. We think you'll be pleasantly surprised just how much easier it makes the swing become. To learn more about Easiest Swing head to easiestswing.com see you in the next video!
Super video Phillip. I played today in poor conditions. It had drizzled all night and the ground was saturated. It was drizzling for most of the round. Even though I was wearing rain gloves. I felt like the club would slip out of my hands. I was squeezing the club so tight all day that half way through the round my lower back was hurting. I played miserably. Tension is the biggest killer of a golf swing. I had no flow and my rhythm and tempo suffered. Wish I had stayed in bed this morning, lol. Tomorrow is a new day! Thanks for the tension free reminder!
You are so right Barry and often in poor weather we get more tense - so lesson learnt there!
Awesome video Phil, thank you!
Thanks Owen - glad you enjoyed it 👍
Excellent video Phil on comparing a straight left arm and a slightly relaxed left arm in the golf swing. It appeared that with the relaxed left arm the ball trajectory was a little lower and is probably why it gained extra yards. In any event, it's worth trying and will do so this week and let you know the results. Well Done Phil!
Thanks John much appreciated 👍
Thank you for another very helpful video for the average golfer.
I wish that I had been told that when I started playing golf 30 years ago.
I can really recommend your new book The easiest Swing In golf.
Thanks Alan - if only we could all turn that clock back eh? Thanks for the comment about the book too!
went instantly to the driving range after seeing this video. Having some problems with my back this seems to be a good way to spare it as much as possible. I noticed no difference in height or length with my pw, iron 8 or hybrid, with which I had the try out. Best was I could hit 50 balls without pain. Thanks Philip.
Fantastic! Pain free golf is so much more fun!! 🤩
I miss the days of my 150yd 7iron. 130yd max these days with 90 to 100mph ball speed. I've read at my age my distance is the norm on all my clubs. The easiest swing has gone a long way on saving my stamina and reducing my pain. Of course I'm reviewing this video for the 3rd time I think. Thank you.
Thanks Andrew keep on working at it I’m sure you can find a few more yards yet. The next couple of videos due out may well help a lot in this regard! 🤩
Just hit the center of the club face.
Great tip and video thanks. As a new golfer with lower back issues, this instruction is invaluable. My circle of lady golfers have had the 'straight left arm' drummed into us! I'm happy that I'm hitting the ball straight, tbh 😂 but I will try this now.
I have always been interested in the fact that the vast majority of women take instruction from male golfers who try to get them to do the things they perceive they are doing wrong themselves! Surely a better starting point would be - what type of swing would suit a female golfer better?
Another amazing video. I've been stretching that arm so much, and it does not feel right. Going to the driving range in a bit and practice the relaxation! Also, 11 days to Canterbury! I cannot wait! So excited for the workshop, and meeting you all.
Great - looking forward to hearing how you get on and seeing you at Canterbury 👍
Thank you for the great tip. I tried keeping the left arm relaxed, and it works !
You said there are three deadly donts in the easiest swing system, what's the other two? Thank you.
Simplest way to find this out and all the other key elements of ES is to read either of our books there is a short free version on the website or you can purchase the whole book there too.
Thank you.
You're welcome!
Looking forward to relaxing more in my next eange session. Thanks.
I will be back for more, good vid 👍
Awesome! Thank you!
Super video, Philip.
Cheers Jim much appreciated 👍
Thanks Philip, good video, especially as I’ve always bent my left arm.
Great - nice to be able to live with this and not worry about it! 👍
Enjoying your videos as always. A question I have is that your shoulder turn looks fairly level. Many teachers are promoting a fair amount of shoulder tilt in the backswing. Perhaps it’s just the camera angle? Many thanks 😊
Good question - this is a generalisation but more spinal tilt is often difficult for senior golfers and anyone with back issues. As most of our followers and coaches are from this group we normally encourage a flatter turn due to a more upright posture. It puts less strain on the spine.
Ok. As always, appreciate your feedback.
I remember not too long ago at the driving range, all my iron shots were going everywhere except sheets that should bs doing. I sent for a swig of water and came back and just hit the ball - no proper address, just a quick glance I’d where I wanted to hit it…boom - just by swinging the club at the ball, I hit the best and easiest shot that I have probably ever hit.
No thinking or complications - just a “Sod it” attitude and I do that. Obviously there was no tension - just a natural see ball…hit ball - food for thought.
That’s very good and ultimately where you should end up with a carefree and easy swing. Well done on discovering this and keep going in that direction 👍
i really enjoy your stuff which to me is very logical way to play.i found wild bill teachings before yours.one thing i notice from your videos seem to show you with club in centre of stance(like another great teacher man del la torre)but wild bill advocates playing everything off left heel?
Glad you are enjoying our channel David. I think if you have a very grooved inside attack then left heel is ok for all clubs so some tour players prefer this. But average players usually end up swinging out to in with the ball in that position for all clubs. So both systems work but it is an individual choice.
Love this swing method. However I struggle with hitting the ball thin. Any suggestions?
Thinning is usually a sign of latent tension in the through swing. A lazier action with softer hands and arms will normally resolve it. Failing that you may need your clubs extending 1/4” or 1/2”
Amazon has 2 of Mr Sparks books. Which one is better? Which do you recommend?
The original was PIG by Brian and the new one came out this year and is a combined work by both brothers (Brian passed away in 2022) the key points of what is in the original book is in the second but it also goes over some new ground. I’d recommend reading both but if you are only going to read one go for TESIG hope that helps!
Can you cover more chipping and pitching videos😊? Thanks!
Have you seen this one? Easiest Swing Chipping Techniques Every Golfer Must Know
ua-cam.com/video/nZHC7GR6pdE/v-deo.html
We will be doing more in future or you could join the club where we have 25 training courses including an intensive short game course.
Yes, I have but reviewed it again. I have a tendency to hit them thin. Thank you!.@Easiestswing
are you swinging with lead arm dominant?
Hi, I am a big believer and follower of this principle and technique for the reasons you espouse. However, I hover the clubhead about half an inch above the ground in order to make good contact with the back of the ball on impact. This is because I straighten both my arms through the impact zone, thereby lengthening my swing arc slightly. Is this technique bad for consistency and therefore not ideal?
I hope not - I do the same! Nicklaus also did this so you’re in good company. I hope this stops you worrying about this - embrace it! 👍
@@Easiestswing thanks for the feedback. I find this technique helps with promoting a descending angle of attack too!
Can you speak to hand path from address through the backswing?
For most golfers, once you are released from the three deadly don’ts you can just let the hands follow a natural path.
@@Easiestswing interesting. I think I need to meditate more before I swing this way. Need to let go:)
Releasing yourself from the belief you must control the club and force a golf swing can be the hardest thing to overcome.
Yes, I always believed this, feel comfortable with your swing.
Thanks - great to hear from you! Keep up the good work! 👍
My problem was I developed a hook over time and from watching other videos I realized I was turning my hands/wrist in the back swing which made me turn the face on impact.
Maybe this is something you could talk about, keep the hands quiet.
If the upper body twists ('shoulder turn') the left arm has to rotate clockwise to keep the club on plane and the right elbow pointing down. A straight left arm is part of this move. So if you can learn to pivot without twisting you can let the left elbow bend naturally.
Indeed!
Ryan Fox is a great example of the bent left arm swing, and he hits it a long long way.
Agreed - he is very refreshingly different to the tour perfect technique. Lovely guy and works with our good friend Dr Karl Morris.
I am right hand dominant and i flip a lot. I am 81 yrs. old but want to continue. slow and weak--diagnosed with multiple myeloma two years ago. driver swing speed 70 mph. have lost a few mph due to not playing or exercising last six months. just ordered hole in one. embarking on a new commitment. i think my lead arm is coming up. should i try and keep it somewhat straight through impact?Thx. Harley. p.s. 5ft.11in. 180 lbs. slender.
Hi Harley I hope to answer both queries in one here. No I do not try to be lead arm dominant and I definitely do not try to straighten my lead arm through impact. If you read Bill Mehlhorn he said he used to tie a rope from the club to his left shoulder and hit shots with his right hand only. He soon discovered that the rope straightened naturally through impact. This suggests that the lead arm can be flexible and relaxed through the hitting zone. If you are flipping this suggests too much effort and or a restriction around impact (could be lack of footwork or keeping head down too long). We have a video coming out in the next fortnight on a similar topic I hope you will find interesting. I hope that proves useful and helps you get back on track. Good luck with your health too. 👍
@@Easiestswing perfect response !! thank you for the compassion also. Harley.
That needs a superior hand eye coordination that all golfers (including me) don't have. Keeping the arms too relaxed spoils my chipping, let alone long shots. IMHO, for the lesser talented golfers or late learners (I'm an example of both) it's better to minimise moving parts without getting too tense.
I hate to disagree with anyone and totally accept that any method or swing thought doesn’t necessarily work for everyone, but we have 20-30 years worth of evidence of golfers who one might say fit into that category who have gone on to make unbelievable progress despite believing they had poor hand eye coordination.
I’d say don’t give up on this just because it didn’t work instantly, you may well really surprise yourself what you are capable of with a bit of perseverance.
I think Danny Maude shot a video at the same course you’re at.
That’s right we both use Canterbury GC in Kent - well spotted!
Is that thru the bag Philip
Yes this principle applies to all clubs.
@@Easiestswing thank you
I noticed it makes your arms tired to
Coach-- could you do a video where you show how the wrists and hands work in the swing especially in the start of the downswing?Would appreciate it --thank you
Great Video
Thank you 🙏
Thank you.