Transition & DownswingIntermediateFixes: Reverse pivot

Step-Through Drill

Curated PGA Drill by US GOLF TV

Focus Area

Transition

Rep Guidance

3 sets of 10 slow rehearsal reps

Equipment

Golf club, alignment stick (optional)

Skill Level

Intermediate

Video walkthrough by US GOLF TVWatch on YouTube ↗

Why This Drill Works (Kinetic Mechanics)

Reverse pivot is a failure to shift pressure. Stepping forces the mass to move from trail side to lead side dynamically.

How to Perform the Drill

Follow these step-by-step instructions. Rehearse slowly to build proper motor patterns before adding full swing speed.

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Setup normally.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Start backswing and lift lead foot.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Start downswing by aggressively stepping the lead foot forward.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Swing through and walk after the ball.

What Good Feels Like

Focus on smooth tempo and maintaining body connection through impact. Your body and club should move as a single synchronized unit.

Common Mistake to Avoid

Rushing transition before completing backswing or lunging upper body forward towards ball at impact. Keep movement controlled.

Swing Faults & Ball Flights Addressed

Reverse pivotHanging backPoor weight transfer

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