You need a “grunt” counter to realize how many times you are holding your breath during your swing. I cannot tell you how much tension that creates in your body creating erratic swings. This is 2nd time I tried to help you relax. Exhale and then swing is a huge factor and game changer. In any sport breathing correctly is massive. Enjoying your journey.
@@benhaddengolf This is great science for the human body performance. If I were to hit you in the stomach while you held your breath, which is what amateurs do, the fight would be over very quickly. In singing you push the diaphragm out to get power and long lasting notes. In all sports that involve hitting you want to exhale before swinging to relax the body and gain not only more power but control as well. You are a great player but the best coaches in the world would tell you that I am giving you great wisdom. I love your journey and am just trying to help you hit your goals faster. You will get there!!
@@DeztinyDanze I think I see what you’re saying, but I also think you’re overestimating how much air I have in my diaphragm and how much tension I’m holding. The grunt isn’t letting a bunch of air out, the mic is just 4 inches from my mouth. In other words, if you played with me in person, the only way you’d hear it is if you were standing too close. I carry very little tension in my setup, and the tension I create throughout the swing is normal for high exertion athletic movements. Watch mic’d up nfl QBs after they throw a deep ball, or tennis players after a hard serve. They’re making similar sounds if the mic is in a position to pick it up. I love that you’re enjoying the content! Hope this explanation helps bridge the gap
Thank you for taking the time to respond. If you were grunting at impact I would agree with you but your grunt is always delayed which tells me your holding your breath. That is the very definition of tension in a golf swing. The bottom line is every swing is unique to each golfer just like baseball. If you are happy with the feel and result then I am happy for you. I do love watching your content and the journey. I wish nothing but great things for you Ben.
Said it before and I’ll say it again, Ben you gotta bring back the visor, that’s the difference, once the visor is back where going on a massive run ! 🎉
I always had a strong grip and was self taught got to a plus 4 handicap. Then I decided to take a few lessons and some guy convinced me to weaken my grip and ruined my game for three years. since I went back to the stronger grip, I started playing real golf again. I can almost guarantee you will be going back to a stronger grip at some point.
Something most high handicappers don’t realize. The slightest change in a swing changes so much. And it’s not only learning what the change does but getting it to a consistent and predictable swing. It’s fun watching your journey Ben!
As a college golfer myself i totally get making changes and finding consistent ball striking but ever since I tore my pcl in my knee i was forced to slow down my swing and im much more consistent with it. I can still poke it 300 with driver but im hitting a lot more fairways. I understand the want for distance but when you cant hit a fairway why not slow it down a tad. Just a thought. Also another thiny is I wear an xl glove and i couldnt stand the standard sized grips. So I switched to mid and got a little more control. And then recently switched to a jumbo mcc +4 and my ball striking is elite. Just a thought
Thank you Ben for the content, I know it can be frustrating to see people comment on what you should be doing. For me this video helps me stay motivated in the changes I am making with my swing and it does require patience 😊
I forgot who you were working with instructor wise...all I do know, as someone in a similar pool of standards as you, is you're not far off. You just need some better matchups. To my eye, it's literally as simple as some connection stuff for your backswing and then a match-up pattern for the downswing. I dont think you're there right now, and that's why there's some frustration on your end. Regardless of what anyone says, theres on a few things that a player at your level needs: Space (Make sure the body is working in a way that is not getting in the way of your impact = reduce manipulations), and STRUCTURE (Disconnection ruins structure, crappy takeaways can ruin structure, being excessively laid-off or across the line ruins structure etc). . .If you feel like you're making a manipulation to some extent, figure that crap out, Ben. It'll be as simple as using this Winter to do some stop-n-go drills on the range and keeping your mechanics in front of you. Just get yourself feeling "efficient". You got this! Not a criticism, rather a suggestion on a line of thinking for the next few months.
Friday im going to play my first round of golf, your dedication to becoming better is part of my inspiration to finally go for it. Only took me fifty two years lol. Stsy the coarse young man, and thank you.
Going through a similar change…except maybe a bit more extreme… I was about 50 degrees strong with my grip, and made the change to a neutral grip in June. Not sure how I was able to reach scratch with that super strong grip…anyways, felt horrible for a month or so, no idea where the clubface was up top, and transition felt like the club was gonna come out of my hands. But after a few months of grinding, I’m up to a +1.2. Stick with it man, and enjoy the results.
Draw a line on his rear end at address then freeze at impact and you’ll see his rear end coming off that line and towards the ball ( early extension ) he can hit way left or way right with that going on. His path and club face will gain more control if he can stay in spine angle longer through impact and not have his lower body go towards the ball but instead the left hip will work back keeping more spine angle and that will give him more room on the downswing and allow him to cover the ball better instead of playing from under neath
rooting for ya ben, i like what im hearing from you, taking it in stride, enjoying the journey not just being focused on the end goal. this feels like one of those rounds where you learned a lot, keep building momentum.
The grip change is one that I was hoping you'd make a year ago. But now you've taken the plunge, you will have to make way less compensations in your golf swing. Enjoy the control! BTW _Scottie Scheffler still uses a training grip. He understands the benefits!
Hey Ben, don't think anyone has mentioned it yet - your lie angle looks upright in the putts you hit this video, maybe something you should pay attention to? I play a DF3 with a stock shaft and know that when I don't sit the putter flat, I do tend to add side spin to my putt
Just by following your journey and still trying to coach for free haha. And get you to come play in oregon with me. LOL My observations is and I could be wrong. Along with the grip change. It’s looks like you are a little more rotational. With your great speed it looks like you have laidback on the vertical force and subbing it for rotational torque. Your Q school swing you would get taller before impact. Now I notice your head level stays dang near the same thru impact if not going down a little. Either way you can get it down with whatever you work on. All about them match ups brotha I myself am thinking about starting a revamp thru the fall and winter to get ready for next season. Keep believing it’s going to happen you are going to make it.
I tried going from a pretty strong grip to weak, gave it a year and while I can defintely work the ball both ways better I just found myself not being able to get center club face contact consistently...almost like my body was telling me my wrist didn't want to function that way
I’ve tried the switch from strong to weaker grip and I just can’t do it. Screws my contact, timing and everything up. My main problem is lower body rotation. And I always use my Always Press ball marker. Good luck with the switch and the tournaments. I look forward to seeing it start turning the corner.
Should have taken your time on that putt for birdy on that short par 4. Way to keep positive bro. I dont think you want to mail that prov1x to the Philippines 😂
Yo I love the videos, but the music is always so somber and melancholy. I don't think it should be EDM bangers or anything but maybe a little more upbeat.
you wanna shallow out? get your weight to the back foot on the backswing so it isn't stacked over the front. not sure a weaker grip is gonna solve that issue. what do I know though? 😂 im just some random in your TH-cam comments. best of luck to you brother!
shoot, if your gonna sign it and send it i wont complain. Once you win a masters or other major ill send it back and trade you for another one. Just as a reminder of this moment on how far you've come and where you will be. All as long as you keep pressing *wink*.
I love Ben Hadden I want to be Ben Hadden when I grow up so I can hit bombs like Ben Hadden :D Ben Hadden please teach me to play golf Ben Hadden Please love you Ben Hadden
Bro you are playing every shot like your life depends on it, all the while saying “whatever happens happens” then make a negative comment about your next ‘miss’. Next stop is mental approach and attitude.
For those of you wondering he finished 26th out of 33 players, and 13 shots off the lead of 63. Just letting everyone know since he never mentions it. Cheers!
You need a “grunt” counter to realize how many times you are holding your breath during your swing. I cannot tell you how much tension that creates in your body creating erratic swings. This is 2nd time I tried to help you relax. Exhale and then swing is a huge factor and game changer. In any sport breathing correctly is massive. Enjoying your journey.
well said! It's impossible to play golf to your fullest ability while tense
@@DeztinyDanze I guess you can try swinging it 130 with zero tension in your core, but I’m not gonna pay the hospital bills
@@benhaddengolf This is great science for the human body performance. If I were to hit you in the stomach while you held your breath, which is what amateurs do, the fight would be over very quickly. In singing you push the diaphragm out to get power and long lasting notes. In all sports that involve hitting you want to exhale before swinging to relax the body and gain not only more power but control as well. You are a great player but the best coaches in the world would tell you that I am giving you great wisdom. I love your journey and am just trying to help you hit your goals faster. You will get there!!
@@DeztinyDanze I think I see what you’re saying, but I also think you’re overestimating how much air I have in my diaphragm and how much tension I’m holding. The grunt isn’t letting a bunch of air out, the mic is just 4 inches from my mouth. In other words, if you played with me in person, the only way you’d hear it is if you were standing too close. I carry very little tension in my setup, and the tension I create throughout the swing is normal for high exertion athletic movements. Watch mic’d up nfl QBs after they throw a deep ball, or tennis players after a hard serve. They’re making similar sounds if the mic is in a position to pick it up.
I love that you’re enjoying the content! Hope this explanation helps bridge the gap
Thank you for taking the time to respond. If you were grunting at impact I would agree with you but your grunt is always delayed which tells me your holding your breath. That is the very definition of tension in a golf swing. The bottom line is every swing is unique to each golfer just like baseball. If you are happy with the feel and result then I am happy for you. I do love watching your content and the journey. I wish nothing but great things for you Ben.
Said it before and I’ll say it again, Ben you gotta bring back the visor, that’s the difference, once the visor is back where going on a massive run ! 🎉
@@kLx110BeAsT152 always press visors might have to happen
@@benhaddengolf visor Ben just had a different attitude we need that energy
I like the random wildlife shots. Keep em coming.
@@murp0443 Jalen loves animals
I always had a strong grip and was self taught got to a plus 4 handicap. Then I decided to take a few lessons and some guy convinced me to weaken my grip and ruined my game for three years. since I went back to the stronger grip, I started playing real golf again. I can almost guarantee you will be going back to a stronger grip at some point.
Something most high handicappers don’t realize. The slightest change in a swing changes so much. And it’s not only learning what the change does but getting it to a consistent and predictable swing.
It’s fun watching your journey Ben!
As a college golfer myself i totally get making changes and finding consistent ball striking but ever since I tore my pcl in my knee i was forced to slow down my swing and im much more consistent with it. I can still poke it 300 with driver but im hitting a lot more fairways. I understand the want for distance but when you cant hit a fairway why not slow it down a tad. Just a thought. Also another thiny is I wear an xl glove and i couldnt stand the standard sized grips. So I switched to mid and got a little more control. And then recently switched to a jumbo mcc +4 and my ball striking is elite. Just a thought
I gotta say I enjoy seeing the wildlife featured throughout the video. And you held it together very well on the 2nd 9!
@@garyjohnson4503 thanks Gary!!
Enjoy the process. Celebrate the small victories in your effort. Be thankful you are in a position to compete.
this.
Thank you Ben for the content, I know it can be frustrating to see people comment on what you should be doing. For me this video helps me stay motivated in the changes I am making with my swing and it does require patience 😊
Keep it up ben, I've really enjoyed the content recently. Additionally I hope you and the crew are safe with the storm coming in.
I forgot who you were working with instructor wise...all I do know, as someone in a similar pool of standards as you, is you're not far off. You just need some better matchups. To my eye, it's literally as simple as some connection stuff for your backswing and then a match-up pattern for the downswing. I dont think you're there right now, and that's why there's some frustration on your end.
Regardless of what anyone says, theres on a few things that a player at your level needs: Space (Make sure the body is working in a way that is not getting in the way of your impact = reduce manipulations), and STRUCTURE (Disconnection ruins structure, crappy takeaways can ruin structure, being excessively laid-off or across the line ruins structure etc). . .If you feel like you're making a manipulation to some extent, figure that crap out, Ben. It'll be as simple as using this Winter to do some stop-n-go drills on the range and keeping your mechanics in front of you.
Just get yourself feeling "efficient". You got this! Not a criticism, rather a suggestion on a line of thinking for the next few months.
Friday im going to play my first round of golf, your dedication to becoming better is part of my inspiration to finally go for it. Only took me fifty two years lol. Stsy the coarse young man, and thank you.
Amazing!!! I love reading comments like this. Makes it all worth it
Keep going bud! You're an amazing golfer. Keep up the good work!!!!
Hey Ben, wouldn’t mind another ProV1X to pick up when I’m using my always press ball marker!
Those greens are quick for all that rain. Hats off to the greens keepers
Going through a similar change…except maybe a bit more extreme… I was about 50 degrees strong with my grip, and made the change to a neutral grip in June. Not sure how I was able to reach scratch with that super strong grip…anyways, felt horrible for a month or so, no idea where the clubface was up top, and transition felt like the club was gonna come out of my hands. But after a few months of grinding, I’m up to a +1.2. Stick with it man, and enjoy the results.
Doing the same with the grip and others due to chronic injuries and arthritis . Take those little wins in your tweeks and keep grinding it out!
Draw a line on his rear end at address then freeze at impact and you’ll see his rear end coming off that line and towards the ball ( early extension ) he can hit way left or way right with that going on. His path and club face will gain more control if he can stay in spine angle longer through impact and not have his lower body go towards the ball but instead the left hip will work back keeping more spine angle and that will give him more room on the downswing and allow him to cover the ball better instead of playing from under neath
Also, as much as I'd like a ProV1x - I back onto a golf course and luckily also find them all the time. Good luck to the winner!
I'm always pumped to watch the latest video! Hope you were safe during Helene.
My favorite golfer on TH-cam right now.
Swinging all arms man Gotta get that weight back and thru I'm pulling for ya bro Let's make it happen
This content is incredible
I so enjoy watching your journey. Keep up the great work Ben, you are a superstar.
Pro v1x is my fav golf ball, send it this way!!! Love ya brotha, Peace✌️
Ben I’m so excited to see you at the highest level you’re so deserving ❤ wish I could be around you 24/7
Best videos on TH-cam
rooting for ya ben, i like what im hearing from you, taking it in stride, enjoying the journey not just being focused on the end goal. this feels like one of those rounds where you learned a lot, keep building momentum.
Keep grinding BEN 😂
keep grinding! love the content.
Thanks Shawn!
Wishing you the best as you try to make changes and improve.
Would love to hear more about the swing changes and see videos on that
Still following your journey and like it. Best ball striking I saw you do was when you had the pause
Rooting for ya Ben! I’d love the golf ball you found.
I get so Giddy everytime a new Tour drops!!
The grip change is one that I was hoping you'd make a year ago. But now you've taken the plunge, you will have to make way less compensations in your golf swing. Enjoy the control! BTW _Scottie Scheffler still uses a training grip. He understands the benefits!
I’d like to hear more about the left arm training, see if it’s similar to what Liam Robinson teaches.
As someone who recently (2 months) changed my grip (specifically left hand weaker). It's so alien, so I feel for you.
“Been here a month now, basically my whole life” 😂😂😂 love this video mate
I made the same change pro. Big difference indeed in ball striking
Hey Ben, don't think anyone has mentioned it yet - your lie angle looks upright in the putts you hit this video, maybe something you should pay attention to? I play a DF3 with a stock shaft and know that when I don't sit the putter flat, I do tend to add side spin to my putt
Watching your mental toughness gives me hope in my own😂. Look’s good brother. God bless and stay strong down there!
I want the PRO V1! Signed Please so that way when I see you on TV 1 day I know I watched you since Day and I pressed with you!
Good luck man!
love your vids
Just by following your journey and still trying to coach for free haha. And get you to come play in oregon with me. LOL
My observations is and I could be wrong. Along with the grip change. It’s looks like you are a little more rotational. With your great speed it looks like you have laidback on the vertical force and subbing it for rotational torque. Your Q school swing you would get taller before impact. Now I notice your head level stays dang near the same thru impact if not going down a little. Either way you can get it down with whatever you work on.
All about them match ups brotha I myself am thinking about starting a revamp thru the fall and winter to get ready for next season.
Keep believing it’s going to happen you are going to make it.
I tried going from a pretty strong grip to weak, gave it a year and while I can defintely work the ball both ways better I just found myself not being able to get center club face contact consistently...almost like my body was telling me my wrist didn't want to function that way
Great content as always you’ll figure it out swing changes are tough, mail me that pro v 1 😅
I’ve tried the switch from strong to weaker grip and I just can’t do it. Screws my contact, timing and everything up. My main problem is lower body rotation. And I always use my Always Press ball marker. Good luck with the switch and the tournaments. I look forward to seeing it start turning the corner.
Let's freaking go 🏌️
Ben, Sign the ProV1 for me, I’ll take it and I’ll save it one day it’s gonna be worth a lot of money! Always Press
Wanna send that Pro V to a fellow Ben all the way in Western Australia? I'll gladly boop it around for my next game 😄
Ben can you give me tips for getting through a tight to a weaker grip change?
Luv your vid style
Great vid, rooting for you Ben! Btw, do you work with a coach?
Should have taken your time on that putt for birdy on that short par 4. Way to keep positive bro. I dont think you want to mail that prov1x to the Philippines 😂
Keep playing tournaments,,, you are ging to have a huge break through...
I love all the TH-cam coaches😂 Have no idea how hard tournament golf is. My only advice to you Ben is shorten the sock height 😂
I LOVE YOU BEN
I love you too
@@benhaddengolflet me know if ball markers and divot tool get restocked. Thanks man.
Ben is not reading the distances--yet--at Florida golf courses. I don't think it's the grip.
I would love that prov1 autographed please
In ben we trust
Hey Ben love your content what putter do you use?
Lab golf DF3
Send that autographed pro v1x with the hat I just ordered 🤷🏻♂️
@@VJAlban you got it
I also want to slightly weaken my grip but I just have zero face control too😭
please make the video about the changes.
Whats the name of the green stick that you are using for stretching before your round ?
Golf forever
I am saving up good golf balls for high school session so a pro v1x would be very appreciated
Yo would love that proV1x you found!
I mean who wouldn't want a Ben Hadden signed Pro V1x.
You don’t need a grip or swing change. Just don’t play in wet ass Florida w low bounce
I love you Ben! Can I have the Pro V X like you said??
LETS GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
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Maybe its a super amateur thought but focus on the swing in a tournament i dont think that is the best thing to do.
Enjoy the process.
Putter going through a grip change too?
Yo I’ll take that prov1 x
Gotta start telling us what you place
For those curious this is Florida. Yes there was a gator in that pond.
Yo I love the videos, but the music is always so somber and melancholy. I don't think it should be EDM bangers or anything but maybe a little more upbeat.
Quit pulling your trail shoulder back on the your driver swing. Let the trail shoulder go down.
70% 30% weight distribution top of the backswing?
talk to your coach about it and see what he says
you wanna shallow out? get your weight to the back foot on the backswing so it isn't stacked over the front. not sure a weaker grip is gonna solve that issue. what do I know though? 😂 im just some random in your TH-cam comments. best of luck to you brother!
shoot, if your gonna sign it and send it i wont complain. Once you win a masters or other major ill send it back and trade you for another one. Just as a reminder of this moment on how far you've come and where you will be. All as long as you keep pressing *wink*.
I want the prov1x I'm almost out
is the scorecard wrong? the video of the second hole said it was a par 5
Everybody giving advice as if they were top PGA tour coaches😂😂
Can I get the PRO V1X?
I mean I’ll take the v1x
put your left arm in a sling and hit balls with your right arm for 10 days and you will fix everything 💪
Can I get the PRO V1? lol
Release your breath while coming down on the ball
send me the ball
Hey Ben, wanna mail me that prov1x you found? Running low on golf balls over here
I love Ben Hadden I want to be Ben Hadden when I grow up so I can hit bombs like Ben Hadden :D
Ben Hadden please teach me to play golf Ben Hadden Please love you Ben Hadden
Ill have the pro v1x pls Ben Hadden
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Probably shouldn't make a habit of playing balls that require you to stand in the water now that you live in Florida
Lot of Monday morning swing coaches in the chat popping off their advice from the couch… SMH…
If you are not in control of the club face, you cannot play good golf!
Bro you are playing every shot like your life depends on it, all the while saying “whatever happens happens” then make a negative comment about your next ‘miss’. Next stop is mental approach and attitude.
For those of you wondering he finished 26th out of 33 players, and 13 shots off the lead of 63. Just letting everyone know since he never mentions it. Cheers!
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