AdvancedFixes: Early extensionFull Swing

The Tailbone Alignment Rod Drill

Drill by Titlest

Video demonstration of The Tailbone Alignment Rod Drill
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Why this drill works

Provides negative feedback. If you leave the rod, you have early extended. Forces you to stay in posture.

How to do it

  1. 1

    Stick alignment rod vertically in ground touching your tailbone at address.

  2. 2

    Backswing: Wipe trail glute across the rod.

  3. 3

    Transition: Separate knees without hips leaving the rod.

  4. 4

    Impact: Push rod backward with lead glute. No 'daylight' allowed.

Swing issues this drill addresses

Early extensionThin ShotsBlocking

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