Trail Hand One-Handed Swings (Natural Delay)
Curated PGA Drill by Adam Bazalgette
Transition
3 sets of 10 slow rehearsal reps
Golf club, alignment stick (optional)
Intermediate
Why This Drill Works (Kinetic Mechanics)
This drill isolates the trail side to improve the weight shift initiation. The natural delay of the clubhead helps sync the lower body movement (shift) with the passive upper body and arms, improving the kinematic sequence.
How to Perform the Drill
Follow these step-by-step instructions. Rehearse slowly to build proper motor patterns before adding full swing speed.
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Step 1
Hold the club near the bottom of the grip with your trail hand.
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Step 2
Focus on setting the club and feeling the natural delay of the club and arms.
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Step 3
Feel how easily you can start to shift your weight.
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
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