Hack It Out Golf Lower Body Movement in the Golf Swing
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Jun 23, 2025 The podcast dives into the fascinating relationship between lower body movement and the golf swing. The hosts discuss how enhanced mobility in the hips and legs can transform performance. Personal anecdotes add a relatable touch as they tackle physical limitations and their impact on swings. The interplay between lower and upper body mechanics is explored, emphasizing tailored training for each golfer. Mental challenges in the game are also reflected upon, revealing the common struggles players face, blending the physical with the psychological.
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Lou's Mobility Boost Improves Swing
- Lou's focus on improving hip and trunk mobility significantly enhanced his golf swing range of motion.
- His increased internal hip rotation allowed for a more effective and fluid body turn in the swing.
Lower Body Dictates Upper Body Movement
- Everything below the waist affects the upper body's movement in the golf swing.
- Foot positioning and mobility cascade up, influencing knees, hips, and shoulders.
Greg Chalmers' Ground Force Impact
- Greg changed his swing by adjusting ground force patterns, which altered his hip movement and club path.
- This process helped him hit more neutral shots without consciously focusing on club path.