Full Swing & TempoBeginnerFixes: Poor tempo

The Count to Two Drill (Torso Engagement)

Drill by Me and My Golf
The Count to Two Drill (Torso Engagement) execution specification and feel summary
Target FaultFocus Area
Poor tempoTempo
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Why This Drill Works (Kinetic Mechanics)

Rushing is often caused by an arm-dominant swing. engaging the torso (belt buckle) and counting to two slows the backswing, allowing the body to load correctly for effortless speed.

How to Perform the Drill

The coach gives no set rep count. Our general guideline: 3 sets of 10 slow rehearsal reps, then half swings with a ball, adding speed only once the steps feel natural.

  1. Practice: Place a club across your shoulders and rotate your torso smoothly until your back faces the target.

  2. Feel: Focus on moving from the belt buckle/core rather than just the shoulders or arms.

  3. Execution: Count 'One, Two' during the backswing to force a slower pace.

  4. Ensure the backswing is body-driven to allow time for a powerful transition.

Swing Faults & Ball Flights Addressed

RushingArm-dominant swingInconsistent shotsLack of power

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