057: Five Main Causes of an Overswing (And How to Fix Them)

What actually causes an overswing, and why do so many golfers struggle to control it? Erik, Jayson, and Tyson break down the most common contributors, including excessive trail elbow bend, over-rotating the pelvis, rolling the club inside, delaying wrist hinge, and swaying while tilting. They also discuss how factors like poor awareness, weak trail arm structure, or combinations of things can compound the issue. The conversation emphasizes that an overswing isn’t just “too long,” but often the result of sequencing and loading problems earlier in the motion. Understanding the root cause is key to shortening the swing without sacrificing speed or power. Original Twitter thread here.

• Cause #1: Trail Elbow Bend (Over-Bend!)
• Cause #2: Overturning the Pelvis
• Cause #3: Rolling the Club Inside and Lifting Late
• Cause #4: Wide Takeaway (Late Wrist Hinge)
• Cause #5: Sway and Tilt

Hosts: Erik J. Barzeski, Jayson Nickol, Tyson Deskins

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