Is The Golf Swing A Pulling Or Pushing Motion?

Is the golf swing a pulling or pushing motion? We believe that these 2 ‘feelings’ create excessive tension and actually reduce power output in the golf swing. In this video, we will discuss the biomechanics of the golf swing and throwing. These two movements involve remarkably similar motions.

One of the most striking similarities between the golf swing and throwing is the external rotation of the shoulder. When we throw, we naturally rotate our shoulder outward, allowing us to generate more force and accuracy. Unfortunately, so many golfers allow the trail shoulder to rotate inwardly, in the reverse direction. This can lead to early release, chicken wing, loss of power and inconsistency.

Another similarity between the two motions is the hinging and lagging of the wrist. In both the golf swing and throwing, the wrist plays a crucial role in generating power and control. When we throw, we cock our wrist back before releasing the object, which helps to generate more force and accuracy. The same is true in the golf swing, where the wrist is hinged back as we make our downswing.

Finally, the similarities between the release and complete finish in the golf swing and throwing are worth noting. In both movements, the release and finish are critical for performing freely and efficiently. Both the golf swing and throwing require a complete finish in order to achieve our full potential.

Thank you to ‪@MyTPI‬ for the biomechanical studies and images.


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0:00 - To Pull or Push?
0:20 - The Throw Golf Swing
1:54 - The Problems with Pushing & Pulling
3:07 - A Biomechanical Study
4:57 - A Throwing Drill To Help You

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Golf Coaches, Not Teachers

The Aussie Golf Pros are holistic coaches in every sense of the word. Steve and Glen are both fully qualified members of the PGA of Australia and are avid students of the Sports Sciences. Together, they are certified in Advanced Golf Coaching, Golf Psychology, TPI (Body-Swing Connection), NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming), Personal Development and Skill Acquisition.

Steve and Glen are not ‘Method’ coaches. They recognise that there are literally 1000’s of ways to swing a golf club! Rather than try to ‘change’ your swing, their goal is to help You Be The Best Golfer You Can Be!

Skill Development vs Technical Changes

Although technique is an important factor in improving a golfer’s performance, Skill Development is largely neglected in golf coaching today. Skill is something that can be tangibly improved with proper understanding of the golf impact laws and effective practice towards improved performance.

External Focus of Attention

Most golf teaching involves an internal focus. Common suggestions might include increased hip turn, a still head or improved hand path. These are all factors of the golf swing, which many golfers and teachers consider important. However, as they are focused internally, on movements of the body, golfers find changes extremely difficult to process.