Stop telling yourself to "keep your head down!" It’s one of the most common pieces of golf advice, and as it turns out, it’s also some of the worst.
In today’s lesson, we’re breaking down the "staying down" myth. If you’ve struggled with "topping" the ball, "chicken winging" your finish, or early extension, this video is for you. We explore why staying down isn't about your head—it’s about the perfect blend of rotation and side bend.
⛳ What’s Inside: * The "Head Down" Trap: Why forcing your head to stay still actually leads to a collapse in your posture and a "chicken wing" finish. * The Physics of Staying Down: How to replace "forward bend" with "side bend" as you rotate toward the target. * The Backswing Killer: How losing your "tush line" (early extension) kills your space and forces you to jump up at impact. * The "Yin and Yang" Hip Move: A simple drill using your belt buckle to create deep internal and external rotation. * The Right Arm Drill: My favourite feel for getting the perfect shoulder tilt every time.
🕒 Timestamps: 00:00 – Why "Keep Your Head Down" is bad advice 00:58 – The importance of rotation and side bend 01:28 – The #1 inhibitor: Backswing Early Extension 02:22 – How to turn your hips correctly (The Belt Buckle Drill) 03:40 – Training the "Stay Down" position 04:22 – Step-by-Step guide to the perfect follow-through 06:18 – The "Right Arm Under" feel for instant success
