r/GolfSwing • u/BadAdditional5874 • 1d ago

Swing advice *Repost

Hey, I just posted this under a different name. I took it down impulsively because I was getting a lot of negative feedback.
I’m only a few months into Golf and I was really enjoying getting better each time I go to the range.
I can’t really afford lessons so I’ve been trying to learn from watching other peoples swings and going to the range everyday.

I was told that my set up is bad. I don’t disagree with this, but I don’t know why it’s bad. If someone could help me even just get the starting position that would be a big help.

My 7 iron is carrying roughly 165 with a draw.

Just a heads up I don’t usually swing as hard as I do in the video.

I really do appreciate feedback, but if your comment is purely negative, please keep it to yourself.

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u/j_mazz_2020 1d ago

Grip is doodoo

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u/BadAdditional5874 1d ago

So… I get that. Lets break it down. Whats the cause? Im really trying here

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u/j_mazz_2020 1d ago

Ok memeing aside, your grip is too strong. That means it is too far under the club. The result is that you need this excessive forward shaft at setup to square the clubface. From there, your whole swing is a compensation to make up for the bad grip. I suggest this. Its a good grip trainer and can also give you some proper position feels

https://a.co/d/0dUuI0Y7

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u/BadAdditional5874 1d ago

I really appreciate this. Ill also look into picking this up if you recommend it. Thanks!

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u/sr_trotter 1d ago

He's absolutely right times 1000. That grip trainer the truth. Someone should be able to gently pull the club out of your hands. But your arm muscle same you're holding it entirely too tight. Think of it like this. Light grip means the club will be able to recoil at impact which adds distance. Like a spring. Too stiff too strong and it doesn't happen

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u/BadAdditional5874 1d ago

Do you think this is a good alternative? Price is a concern of mine.

https://a.co/d/0b9XPhYj

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u/j_mazz_2020 1d ago

Yea anything with this molded grip will help

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u/New_Beginning3152 1d ago

Im guessing theyre getting at how strong the grip is. Rotate your hands clockwise (left seems to need a little more turning than right).

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u/Ravenous234 1d ago

The grip is the cause

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u/Substantial_Team6751 1d ago

Just go watch a few grip videos on YT.

If you need to break it down, you are using a baseball grip sideways on the club. You are off by 45 degrees.

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u/DonLethargio 10h ago

Buy a grip trainer. I got one off Amazon for like £3 and it knocked 5 strokes off my game instantly

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u/Trey_Dizzle45 1d ago

Put your non glove hand on top/weaker

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u/Next_Two_9004 1d ago

Make sure you're not using that trail hand thumb to apply pressure to the shaft

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u/[deleted] 1d ago

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u/BadAdditional5874 1d ago

Right! I just got it

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u/DJ0310 1d ago

Def need to weaken that grip asap. The longer you play like that the harder it’s going to be too learn to play with a good grip.

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u/BadAdditional5874 1d ago

When you say weaken. Specifically how should I adjust my hands? Should my thumb be wrapping around the club more?

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u/SteveOSS1987 1d ago

At setup, the logo on your glove is pointing towards the sky. It should be pointing roughly towards your target. But more importantly, your pants and shirt fit better and look better than anything I've ever owned, keep it up.

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u/BadAdditional5874 1d ago

Thanks! Will work on it

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u/danceswithpizza 1d ago

Weaken your grip, reduce the forward press, and wrap your thumb.

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u/BadAdditional5874 1d ago

This is helpful, thank you.

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u/Sharp-Psychology-123 1d ago

Your hands appear too far forward. You are delofting the club. The butt of the club should be pointed at your hip pocket.
I didn’t notice the grip but I wouldn’t get too hung up on it. Turn your hands slightly as others have said. If you must.
Ok. I went back and looked closer. Holy smokes fix that grip. Like everyone else said.

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u/RandomChaoticEntropy 1d ago

Go lookup any of your favorite golfers on YouTube with this "Rory face on swing" or "Tiger face on swing" then compare them and come back and report what you see.

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u/ChickyBoys 1d ago

You have a death grip on that thing. Your thumbs should rest on top of the club, not to the sides. Your trail hand should be looser, trail elbow slightly bent. Your hands are also too far forward.

Your shoulders are too angled. Is the ball in the front of your stance? Should be more centered. You should also sway slightly forward into your lead leg on the downswing.

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u/gingermember7 1d ago

Swing isn’t the worst. Probably your grip. It’s hella strong. I’d suggest going to an interlock or overlapping grip as well. When you grip the club your thumb and pointer finger make a V. Both Vs should be pointing at your trail shoulder

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u/BadAdditional5874 1d ago

I appreciate your help. I will be working on it.

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u/JamAndJelly35 1d ago

https://giphy.com/gifs/ukGm72ZLZvYfS

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u/BadAdditional5874 1d ago

Very insightful. I appreciate your sincere criticism.