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2 huge reasons golfers have early extension - and how to fix them

Golfers struggling with early extension—a swing flaw where the hips shift toward the ball during the downswing—often face a ripple effect that disrupts their entire strike. The issue typically stems from two underlying problems: a steep downswing that forces the body to compensate, or an over-reliance on the back foot that traps the arms behind the body.

Both create a domino effect, leading to inconsistent contact and a rise in the chest. Golf instructor Brian Mogg explains that addressing early extension requires fixing its root causes rather than just instructing players to ‘keep their hips back.’ For steep downswings, a fuller backswing turn can help position the club more neutrally, reducing the need for last-second adjustments.

Meanwhile, shifting weight smoothly from the trail foot to the lead foot during the transition promotes better rotation and clears space for the arms to swing through impact, much like the mechanics used by elite players such as Rory McIlroy.

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