The Neutral Golf Grip Left & Right Hand Positions
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 21 ต.ค. 2024
- In order to play your best golf, you need to learn the proper golf grip. This means you need both the left and right hand in a neutral position. This tip explains the grip in a close up format so you can follow along. Whether you're a beginner or experienced player this is the best golf grip for both distance and consistency.
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The reason for the neutral grip vs a strong grip is so you can have loose wrists when you swing. The looser your wrists, the more clubhead speed. If you are someone who has a strong grip but you keep hooking the ball and are inconsistent, you should definitely give the neutral grip a try.
Most people who change from a strong to neutral grip don't give it enough time so they go right back to their old grip. In my experience, it takes placing the right and left hand on in a neutral position, then without moving them, hit about 30 golf balls in a row with the ball on a tee to make it easier.
At first, you'll hit thin, pushed and sliced shots but by repeating it consecutively, you start to get used to the neutral position of both hands and get the ball back on line hitting it much straighter than you ever have.
To learn the proper neutral grip, please take out a club so you can follow along as this video is shot from your point of view in step by step format.
This neutral grip does not change as you change clubs. So your driver grip is the same grip you will be learning in this tip. All clubs (unless you're hitting a specialty shot) have both the right and left hand in this neutral position.
I know it will feel uncomfortable but you need to stick with it. If so you will learn the neutral golf grip and see the advantage of it in the future.
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I like a lot of your lessons but I disagree with the grip having to be neutral for the fact that everyone is built differently. i play off 4 handicap which is not great but ok but I have tried everything and I always come back to a slightly strong grip. I have seen countless videos on grips and the come down to the conclusion of wherever your arms hang that's most likely be your grip style be it strong or neutral. I like to hear your thoughts on that , I am always open to ideas, theories and thoughts on golf but I never believe everything I hear till after I have tried it out.
@@JACKBRUNET True. But if you focus on comfortability right away, you'll be doomed. Everyone can do neutral. It's a lie if people say it's not possible. It's not a death grip, which is what 90 percent of people do.
Thanks very much. I need help as I have a tendency to contract my arms shortening the length of my swing and altering the proper swing plane. In many of my swings, I feel like that I'm chopping down on the ball. Secondly, my posture gets too far forward. I'm exhausted by the end of the round. Certainly not effortless golf.
@@JACKBRUNET 4 H/C NOT GREAT!!! that makes my 9 H/c Horrible... I agree with you on the grip,, I have a strong feel grip due to my nerve damage in the left hand,,and can't have my left hand be over lapped in any way with my right, so I have to use a baseball grip,,, that feels like a strong grip and as the R/hand is lower just a tad more so is my R/shoulder .that give me a draw, not always a controlled one. I've had to and still am finding my body swing, with bad back and all. I can still hit long.If I don't want the draw I push it straight right..If I try hitting straight, I draw.. it's a constant work in progress, still get on in two,, it's my putting that keeps me from my goal of scratch.. and I have had scratch when my swing is on song and my putting seems effortless.. you being off 4, I'm sure you have had days where you were, under the card..and bad day when you got that horrible 9
My thoughts are I teach a neutral grip so you can have loose wrists and no other flaws or compensations in your swing. Strong grip and loose wrists you will hook every shot. So you need a flaw or compensation to get the ball on target. This means you need to practice ... a lot to get the timing. How do I know this? I had a strong grip and I could never take days off. I like things simple. If people want to do a strong grip and practice a lot I could care less. I have other stuff to do so I like to not have to practice and still hit 80% fairways.
You are a kind man putting something of this quality up for free. Thank you.
Glad you liked it. It all starts with the grip yet few people have a great grip.
This has got to be the most important tip of all Paul’s tips for me and the last one I discovered.
I was doing the loose wrist body swing with a very strong grip and getting lots of inconsistencies .
I found this video and recognized how different my grip was to Paul’s.
I went to the range and after about 10 or fifteen balls it clicked. I can not believe how such simple issue had me so screwed up.
It feels like it shouldn’t work but it does and I am slowly getting used to the feel of the new grip.
I would encourage everyone to compare their grip to the one Paul explains in this video.
This is the most detailed grip video ever 😮
Glad you liked it. Thanks.
I’m not a person that comments on videos, but I felt inclined to share with you. I recently started playing again in mid July after a 15 year layoff and have had many struggles with consistency. I’ve watched a lot of videos and this one is the only one that has provided results like this! Driver, iron, or wedges. It doesn’t matter! I hit two buckets yesterday and have never been so encouraged by the results with anything. 85% of my shots from two buckets did what I was trying to do with the golf ball. Thank you so much! You’ve made a believer out of me and I’ll definitely be sharing your channel with my friends.
That's great. I will keep promoting the neutral grip no matter what anyone says. It gets way better results as you can testify to.
Same with me ❤
Paul has some the best golf instruction content on YT. Easy to follow and he does not make it overly complicated.😀
Thanks for the support. I appreciate it. Simple is the key.
You have just fixed my over-cupping ….
Who would have thought? 😮
Thank You! 😊
I’ve hooked the ball for 40 years. Worked on your grip for a few days and can’t believe how much it helped. Went from hitting my 7 iron 135 to 155 and straight. Thank you.
Glad you tried it and it is helping. Not sure how many more people have to post that they are hitting it great doing the neutral grip for everyone to try it. Keep doing it ... forever.
most thorough grip explanation ever seen online. Appreciated
Glad you liked it. Thanks.
I've been gripping the club wrong my entire life and you just now made me realize it :'(
Thanks for watching!!
This has changed my life!
Im playing better than i could imagine with this grip. My swing is feeling fantastic & very loose.
Thanks Paul for explaining things in such a simple way!!!
100% the best teacher on the planet
Very good. Such a simple thing that few do. Didn't they say it all starts with the grip? Thanks for the support.
Paul, this video has done more for me than dozens of hours of coaching and time on the range and course.
Frankly, I can’t believe finding the neutral grip was that simple and no-one, except you, pointed it out before. I’m very grateful for all your beginner tips videos.
Glad it was helpful! It all starts with the grip. This is a huge part of the swing. Glad you are working on it.
Paul: Thanks for teaching us a strong foundation for the game we all love. The game is so much more enjoyable and seems less of a chore.
Glad to help. So many people need help out there.
Paul although I am left handed I could follow your instructions easily, I must have watched 30 + grip videos but none were as clear and concise as yours. I was heartened to learn that because I’m predominantly right handed in life and this hand being my stronger dominant hand this will in fact assist my left handed golf game! As soon as winter turns into spring I will be in my garden using your grip tip. One day I hope to visit Vegas again from the UK and when I do it would be a pleasure to book you for a lesson. Many thanks
Glad you found me and glad you like the tip. I just thought this view would be great to show exactly how to do it. Yes, if you are left handed playing right you have an advantage due to the top hand being stronger. Usually if the bottom hand is stronger the person (me included) will pull it back to the inside. Definitely keep working on it as much as you can so it's comfortable. With the new grip on also do this drill too: th-cam.com/video/6ZeTqcz2pmE/w-d-xo.html
The best golf grip video in TH-cam all ready !!! Thanks 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Glad you liked it!
Best video on the grip I’ve ever seen, and I’ve been playing since 1976.
So glad you liked it. I thought this would be a great view for people to follow along.
Hi Paul
First I want to thank you for all of the great videos. Secondly I did watch your video on the neutral grip and have been using that since the golf season started up here in Nova Scotia. Big difference in having control. I did watch the the videos on using your body not your arms. Not until today did I really try to do that. It didn't happen on every shot, but on the ones I used my body more, those shots were really good. As well my back did not bother me at all today. It does feel effortless. I'm here to tell anyone who is reading this that this works for anyone, any skill level and any age. Someone told me today that this is the way the pros are going. Since most of them are in great shape anyway, this will only extend their career and take their game up a level. It works. Make it a goal this year by August you will be doing this consistantly. Thanks again
Just saw this questions. Glad you like the tips. Thanks. So glad you worked on the grip. This is vital in an effortless swing. Effortless and pain-free. You are saying all of the right things. Keep at it.
Great 1st person camera viewpoint on this video. Nothing is rushed. You show the nuts and bolts. Small things that hold big things together.
Yes, thought this view would really help people. Glad you liked it. Thanks.
I've battled a hook most of my life, went for lessons and instructors have always said my grip was fine even though I was convinced it was strong. Went to the range the last 2 nights, forced myself to weaken my grip (which feels incredibly arien), the result?? A far more accurate and consistent ball flight, was even able to fade the ball on queue which is a god send for me. Can't wait to take it onto the course.
That's great. Glad you tried it. Yes it takes a bit to get used to but now you've seen some better shots you will want to change it.
I just wish I was in Vegas to thank you in person. What a differencer a neutral grip makes! It's like the swing I've been working on wasn't ever really going to work or feel comfortable till now. I just needed to hear the directions. Thanks a million Paul!!
Just like hand position on that guitar your holding. Do some weird positioning and it will be harder to play. Glad you found this one and are working on it.
Well put! Thanks again!
Best and most complete description of a neutral grip. Well done.
Glad it was helpful!
Best camera work on a grip video I have seen, also the why to do it this way, and adjustments if your hand strength is different than most people.
Glad you liked it. Thanks. Thought people would to see it from my view. Watch these ones too:
th-cam.com/video/Xk7t9yHCO-I/w-d-xo.html
th-cam.com/video/7olBqwXF3Ik/w-d-xo.html
Thank you for linking back to this video. I thought I already had the correct grip but this definitely made the changes I needed and I am no longer losing shot after shot to the right.
Very good. Glad you are following it. It all starts with the grip.
I’ve been away from golf for about a decade now. I miss the game, and I’ve thought about picking up the sticks again, but there is SO much content out there now it’s hard to pick and choose what to follow. I’ve watched several of your videos, and I admire your training style and the fact that you’re giving so much back to the game. If I do start playing again, your teaching is what I’ll follow. Thank you.
Glad you're back. Yes, there can be a lot of info out there. Find a pro (hopefully it's me) and follow them only. We all have our ideas on the swing. I have taught the same way since 1991 and get amazing results super fast but others reach different. You don't want to get confused.
For people that have just found me start with these:
Body Swing Concept: th-cam.com/video/E8y9jEyY35k/w-d-xo.html
Grip: th-cam.com/video/jQZLp8bF-Ww/w-d-xo.html
Hinge Rehinge: th-cam.com/video/6ZeTqcz2pmE/w-d-xo.html
Alignment: th-cam.com/video/VFZc0Wq282k/w-d-xo.html
Secure Grip: th-cam.com/video/YHCEPu9e_1k/w-d-xo.html
Best Drill: th-cam.com/video/cVhtL-d1B9Y/w-d-xo.html
Power the swing with the legs and hip not the hands and arms. I have tons of lower body tips now posted. Try this one. It's an easy way to get you hips moving: th-cam.com/video/j1mS5Ku8Q10/w-d-xo.html
Thank you Paul, this is ultimately the very best explanation as to why we need grip the club in the manner explained. Every other instruction I've ever browsed misses the point of the need to weaken the strongest hand in the golfers grip. Once explained the average golfer latches onto this very important piece of information & retains same for time. You're a champion, Cheers - Greg
Thanks so much. I thought this would be a good view for everyone. It all starts with the grip. I don't see your hands as hands and wrists as wrists. It's hinging mechanism that allows your wrists to hinge and rehinge. It needs to work as a unit. Glad you see it.
Incredibly helpful. I was terrified to try this at the range last week since I tend to slice even with a super strong grip. But I figured I would take Paul up on the 30 balls.
I was in disbelief from the very first shot. Never hit the ball this well. Straight and many had the compressed feeling I've been chasing forever. Hooked on your videos now - thanks Paul!
So glad you tried it and got it right away. That's a miracle. Keep at it and in about 3 practice sessions you will be used to it.
Your instructions rock, if so many people looked like your swings.
Thanks for the support. I appreciate it. I will keep saying it and hopefully more and more people start doing it. Uphill battle.
as someone who watches a lot of youtube. it's much appreciated that you did your advert and additional info at the end. makes so much of a difference! Watched video all the way through, heard your pitch. Hit that like and subscribe button. Will be watching more vids for sure!
Glad you found me and like the videos. Not sure where everyone else is doing their promo but it makes sense to do it at the end. We have to eat so we have to promote. Just need to not be in everyone's face as we do it. Thanks for the support.
Wow Paul, I gotta say this has been eye opening. I erroneously thought I had a neutral grip. But it was a 10 finger grip with right hand having a lot of power in it. I just followed along to this step-by-step in my room and just did some gentle swings, and I swear I can tell a difference in my wrists already. It's like they are more oily for lack of a better way of describing it. It's like a-ha! Now I can understand more of what you are talking about when you talk about loose wrists. Can't wait to take it to the range to work on some full shots with it. Thanks!
Few people have a good grip. They just do what is comfortable instead of learning it. Stay focused and be precise. In a few practice sessions you will have it. Neutral grip allows for loose wrists.
Paul has helped me so much! I was having a terrible time hooking the ball. This neutral grip has changed my game for the better. It was awkward at first, but after hitting balls at the range, I stopped hooking the ball
Glad you found me and worked on it. As I say if you are hooking it without trying to hook it you have a grip problem. Keep at it.
Best video I've ever seen, because it's from the players perspective. Most videos or even in person instruction we are looking at what we are supposed to do. No surprise that it doesn't work. Now Paul, you've got a ton of videos, and I've watched many. Somehow I missed this one. Question: If you were to pick 3 or 4 videos out of your vast collection, for followup to this one, what would they be, in a logical sequence? Assume I know nothing, as I didn't even get the grip right. If they are from the players eyes, so much the better. thanks.
Glad you liked it. Thought this would be a good one so people could see it.
Here are my other POV videos so you can watch those:
th-cam.com/video/jQZLp8bF-Ww/w-d-xo.html
th-cam.com/video/Xk7t9yHCO-I/w-d-xo.html
th-cam.com/video/DluO-1GTWVw/w-d-xo.html
th-cam.com/video/7olBqwXF3Ik/w-d-xo.html
th-cam.com/video/qUW-JoIRv4c/w-d-xo.html
th-cam.com/video/ZOwdB4tNVfI/w-d-xo.html
For anyone just finding me I want the wrists loose and to hit the ball you are coiling and uncoiling. I work on the wrists first:
Wrist Release Drills
th-cam.com/video/5_O0H2QNFo0/w-d-xo.html
th-cam.com/video/Xk7t9yHCO-I/w-d-xo.html
th-cam.com/video/7olBqwXF3Ik/w-d-xo.html
th-cam.com/video/6ZeTqcz2pmE/w-d-xo.html
Once the person is doing that I have them switch to the body. This is the easiest downswing trigger:
th-cam.com/video/RdphthCQ9VM/w-d-xo.html
I'm "new again" to golf and just want to say thank you for the way you explain these concepts to new players. It's very easy to understand and go practice right away. Very excited to hit some balls next time!
So….. I NEVER comment on videos but can’t help myself on this one. I have had a strong grip for my whole life. I started watching Paul’s videos, went to the range and changed my grip for about half a bucket, didn’t like the result and reverted back to my strong grip. Long story short, I’ve stayed inconsistent until now. I have shaved 12 strokes off my handicap and am hitting the ball more pure than ever. The times I do hit a push fade, I know because I’m all arms trying to hit. I’ve been watching Paul for about a year but didn’t really buy in until recently (mainly struggles with my grip)
My advice for all my strong gripped people out there…. Practice at home (a bunch, until it feels comfortable), go the range and stick with it, DONT CHANGE. Once you lay that ground work, the whole loose wrists starts to make total sense.
Thanks Paul! Appreciate all of your instruction and time you put into your videos!
Thanks for commenting. Glad you found this tip and stuck with it. As I say it can take upwards of 30 balls in a row to get used to it and get the ball back on target. Because it's uncomfortable most people quit and go right back to their strong grip after 3-4 shots. As you see if you suffer through it and keep doing it will hit it way better and never want to do a strong grip again. Keep up the good work.
What an amazing tip! I'm 64 and hitting it now, a club, to club and half more... Thank you Paul!
Glad you are working on the neutral grip. This is vital to having loose wrists. Keep checking it ... forever.
Paul this grip change has really helped me. I was hitting fat shots constantly driving me nuts. My right hand was to strong and to much pressure overtaking my down swing. Really appreciate it.
Yes you are correct. If the arms out pace the body you will hit it fat. Glad you made the switch. Neutral is the way to go.
Paul, I have been tweaking my grip for a very long time. The temporary results were OK for a while then inconsistency reappeared and I’d start the tweaking again. I tried your neutral grip after watching this video. Every thing feels so natural and flows easily. I played with your grip and I had more success than I’ve ever had before. No more tweaking. My net gross was -3 . Thank you, Thank You, THANK YOU!
Great to hear! Just got to try it long enough to see the results. Glad you did.
Great video. Since I’ve started playing I’ve only played with a really strong grip. On my best shots I can hit it a mile but that’s only a handful of times a round. The rest hooks, fat shots, thin shots, you name it. Changing to a neutral grip has really forced me to use my body to turn and while I don’t have the power I once did I’m looking forward to getting the consistency out of a neutral grip forcing my body to turn through the ball.
Glad you like it. Thanks. That strong grip is tricky as you know. Glad you made the switch. Sure, it's fun hitting some long shots but it's more fun writing lower numbers on your card. Stick with it and perfect it. You can hit the ball a long way with a neutral grip so don't think you can't. Just look at the best driver of all time Mike Dunaway. He had a neutral grip. He hit it longer and straighter than anyone ever flying it 380 with a normal length small head driver. It can be done.
This video definitely got my ball striking back on track! I have been searching for comfort and control with my grip for the past year and your tip got me swinging again with confidence as I have found the face once more. Thank you!
Paul,
Your lesson on the grip is by far the best I have experienced. The grip has played a significant part in getting my arms from controlling the swing. My body can now work as intended. Making a change to grip does take time and patience. Slowing down my swing a letting my body take over was very helpful. This was a game changer for me.
Thanks,
Ron
Glad you liked it. It all starts with the grip. It does take a little getting used to if you have been doing it wrong. Just see it as a hinge. So no matter how uncomfortable it is, you want to do it to allow the wrists to hinge and rehinge. Once you get this, yes, you can work on the body. Keep at it.
Paul - this tip is absolutely genius. The idea that the left hand is in the palm and right hand is in the fingers.... didn’t even take 5 balls to get it and feel comfortable and confident. I am in awe of the simplicity and surprised that the grip isn’t a larger point of emphasis when analyzing the swing. If the grip is off, the rest of the swing doesn’t stand a chance. I am so excited about this, thank you for sharing. All the best.
Glad you see what I am trying to do. Got to balance them out. Once you do, you can hinge and rehinge. Glad it didn't take you too long to get a feel for it. Some students struggle until I remind them they are not hands and wrists. Instead, they are a hinge so no matter how bad it feels they need to do it like that. Once you get this you are off to the races.
Hi Paul, I would like to say thousand thanks for posting this video about grip.
I have been following your other posts about hinge and re-hinge, body position etc, and still I didnt get the consistency in my play. Thats until I watched this, and change my grip from Strong to Neutral grip, from interlocked-pinkie to overlapped pinkie, exactly as what you mentioned in the video.
Guess what, the day after I change my grip, and I broke 90, and I hit gross 89! From my typical 100-ish score! I feel free-er in my swing, less thinking about my wrist, and I can finish my swing properly. This eliminates my slice problem. I noticed that your teachings are best practiced when we used most, if not all of them, compared to piecemeal.
Thanks again Paul!
Glad you found and liked this one. It all starts with the grip. I teach a neutral grip so you can have loose wrists and not hit huge hooks. Loose wrists a big key in what I teach. Yes, you need to follow the pieces and put them together. It's all about building a great swing as opposed to band aids that typically do not work. Stay focused. You are on your way.
I’ve been playing golf for 60 years but it is only now that I am playing my best golf at age 70. I would have to attribute that to Paul and some of these other internet people who have just done wonders for improving my game. Thank you all so much.
So glad you are doing well. I love hearing it. Anyone can do this at any age. It's not about strength. It's about technique.
Really helpful video. I have been playing for over 25 years but in recent months I was frequently turning the club over with a severe right to left flight. I realised I was holding the grip in my left-hand fingers rather than across my palm as a direct result of viewing this video. Went to our driving range today with a basket of 60 balls - huge improvement in consistency & ball flight. Thank you Paul!
Very good. I do like a secure connection in the left hand. Glad you tried it and saw the difference. Won't take long to get used to it.
You’re a natural and gifted teacher. Thank you!
Thank you! 😊
i swear ..I did this today on the course after a few range sessions!! and IT WORKS !! even in the UK 🙏😎👊 thanks Paul
Fantastic! So glad you tried it. That strong grip causes so many issues in the swing. Stay focused and keep at it.
I watch this almost every day hoping that I can get this in my head
Practice. Just put it on as I suggest when you are watching TV. A commercial comes on and take it off. Then back on again. In a week it will be perfect.
Very detailed description, I developed a bad hook years ago and gave up the game for over 20 years, since TH-cam and video instructions I've seen starting to get back into it.
Really loved this video and will try with this grip, thank you.
Glad you liked it. It all starts with the grip. With a neutral grip you can have loose wrists without hitting huge hooks. The wrists hinge and rehinge. A hinge is loose. The looser it is the faster it swings with less effort. Then you attach this arm unit to your body which is coiling and uncoiling. Watch:
For people that have just found me start with these:
Body Swing Concept: th-cam.com/video/E8y9jEyY35k/w-d-xo.html
Grip: th-cam.com/video/jQZLp8bF-Ww/w-d-xo.html
Hinge Rehinge: th-cam.com/video/6ZeTqcz2pmE/w-d-xo.html
Alignment: th-cam.com/video/VFZc0Wq282k/w-d-xo.html
Secure Grip: th-cam.com/video/YHCEPu9e_1k/w-d-xo.html
Best Drill: th-cam.com/video/cVhtL-d1B9Y/w-d-xo.html
Power the swing with the legs and hip not the hands and arms. I have tons of lower body tips now posted. Try this one. It's an easy way to get you hips moving: th-cam.com/video/j1mS5Ku8Q10/w-d-xo.html
Ok so I messaged Paul regarding his 'hitting Irons pure drill' saying I'd give it a go next time I went range. I've just got back but never got chance to try it because I'd decided to follow your 'Neutral golf grip' first. It took a little while to get used to it, felt awkward as I'm used to interlock. I also start to practice 'The Wrist Release Drill'. After about 30 balls I started to relax, then 'boom' 🔥I was creaming my Irons and hybrids down the fairway. Both these changes most definitely changed the way I hit the ball. Thank you for you videos, you are without doubt probably the best tutor on TH-cam. 👍
Yeah, you gotta start with the grip. This is how you're attached to the golf club. Make sure your grip is correct, then the set up, then start working on swing positions and drills. Loosen up the arms and then add some body. You can't work on all the positions and drills when you have a bad grip. Keep up the good work and let me know of your progress.
This method dramatically increased my iron distance and consistency. Still learning how to incorporate this into the driver but very promising. Thank you!
Glad you are doing well. Great feeling when you know you are on track. Just realize with driver that you will want to hit hard. I don't want you to hit at all. Work on the spin first (wrists) get the ball hooking. This is step 1 and you will be doing half right. Then work on the body which is step 2 to straighten it out. Work on these first:
th-cam.com/video/M868QsTlGt4/w-d-xo.html
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I have always known that the first and most important part of the golf setup is the grip. I have tried all ways and watched more tips then I can remember. Mr. Wilson...you have explained the neutral grip(at least in my opinion) in the most simple way and so easy to understand and employee. Because I have worked on my frip so hard it was a minor shift in comfort and I was contacting solid straight shots in about 3 to 4 balls. Thano you so much and I will subscribing to your channel.
So glad you found my tip and are working on a neutral grip. Too many people promoting a stong grip yet you cab still slice it with a strong grip so obviously a strong grip is not the answer. Keep at it. It should be feeling okay by now.
That is without doubt the most instructional video on the whole of you tube, teaching me, in depth, what is correct and what is failure with the grip. Another clear and concise video on improving your game. As a purchaser of your ‘Bodyswing’ instructional videos, plus full book and On the Range and on the Course booklet I urge anybody who wants to improve their game to purchase The Bodyswing. Paul Wilson keeps delivering more and more with his constant instructional videos. Thanks again Paul.
Wow, thank you! Have people not heard the line "it all starts with the grip." Been around forever. Unfortunately, most want to take short cuts. Throw a strong grip on there and hit a couple of hooks thinking they've got it when really it was luck. When I do something I do it right. At the point of getting it you can experiment to see what effect something like a strong grip would do to their swing then assess if they should keep doing it or not. I don't teach bandaids. I don't beleive any cannot learn the swing I teach. This is why I do what I do. Thanks for the promo. I truly appreciate it.
Great information, thank you! Try it out on the range today and everytime I hit the ball it goes straight with the driver, irons even the wedges as well👏👍👍
Paul, thanks for the grip refresher. I have been a hooker for quite some time, this, coupled with your other great tips is really helping. Thanks again!
Glad you found this one. If you are hooking it without trying to hook it you have a grip problem. Did you see this one I recently posted?
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I'm sure going to give this a go this weekend. I can't say I have ever felt comfortable or confident with swing and grip. Thanks Paul.
Great. When people aren't comfortable with the grip I have them see it another way. The hands and wrist are not hands and wrists. It's a hinging mechanism like the hinge on your door. The hands are one flap of the hinge screwed onto your door in a square (neutral) position. Your wrists are like the metal bar on a hinge. The grip is secure. The wrists are loose.
Watch:
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Best golf video ever! I have struggled with wrist hinge for ever. Changing by grip makes the hinge effortless. Two things to note…..forget the 30 balls, its more like 60. Also, rather than looking back at clubhead position at top, look at inside of elbows. If they face up at address, you have it. I added distance to every club, swinging effortlessly.
Glad you liked it. Thanks. Just though this view would clearly show it. Well, it's 30 when I'm standing there (not even - maybe 10). If it took me 60 I'd be sleeping.
@@paulwilsongolf Too funny. Too many years of a bad habit. In all seriousness, I think grip is the hardest thing to change in a golf swing - just my opinion. It's just not natural for me. It's a great video. I just watched the "hinge drill". FANTASTIC!!
For those that I get who are having trouble with it I remind them it's not hands on a golf club. The hands and wrists are a hinge. In order for it to hinge and rehinge it needs to be in a neutral position. After saying this then tend to do it no matter how uncomfortable it feels. Just see it a little different and you will get it.
I have watched this video and I can tell you the using of a neutral grip as shown in this video solved a couple of problems. Strangely, Iam a lefty with my right hand dominant. But, regardless, this neutral grip did help me a lot. Thanks.
Very good. Glad you found this and are working on a neutral grip. Keep at it.
This grip change has made this biggest difference for me. Especially keeping the club in the palm with your left hand and keeping that grip to fit it in perfectly. I am pretty new to golf. I used to have a pretty bad slice and was hitting all my irons the same distance. I just got back from the range after trying this out today and *I* think I hit every club pretty decently. Straight and far, compared to what I normally do. Woods and irons. Thanks so much for this video! This really has made a night and day difference for me
Glad you liked it. Thanks. This is where it all starts. Be sure to check it regularly into the future. It's easy to let this slide. If so, you will lose your swing because you will have to add other flaws or compensations due to a faulty grip. It's all about the fundamentals.
Thanks for taking the time to do that point of view
I thought this would be a great view so people could actually see it. Seems to be helping a lot of people. Glad you liked it. Thanks.
I saw this video and tried it and went to the range I did not hit one slice not one omg it’s the best video I ever used thank you so much
Very good. Slicing is definitely not fun. Just keep doing the grip. It takes a while before it feels comfortable.
Watching from the 🇬🇧 UK , been having lessons for 2 years , my coach has never given me such an excellent , but easy to follow and understand explanation of the grip. My grip was close , but following your steps has improved my grip, increased my swing speed (freed up the wrists) and improved my ball striking . Thank you for your excellent instruction vid 😊👌🏻🏌🏻♂️
Great to hear! Loose wrists is the key.
I must say I've never seen the grip described in such detail. I also had an instructor who never checked my grip, likely because I've been playing for quite a while so I'm so glad i watched this video. I've been following Paul's videos off & on over the years & haven't found anyone better because of his detailed descriptions. Much easier than having to be concerned about terminology or possibly misunderstanding a point made. If I have an issue, I go back to Paul.
Thanks. A lot don't check your grip because they don't realize the importance and/or they are just trying to band aid what you are doing to get you hitting some better shots. Plus, some might know it feels terrible and you will some bad shots if you change so they are scared to change it. As you know, I want you to do it right. It all starts with the grip.
I only wish I had found your instruction 30 years ago! I am 66 years young and have been "playing" golf for 30 + years, after having given it up in my teens to do the hippie thing! I came back to golf in my early thirties, and have struggled ever since, despite reading all the magazines, many books and taking lessons from numerous pros! For the last several years I have tried to improve using videos. After being diagnosed with Parkinson's last year, I was about to give it up altogether, but after watching your tips and looking at your sample lessons, I decided to make one last attempt at it by concentrating solely on your Body Swing school of teaching. Your approach to the game is having a profound positive impact on my game, and this lesson on grip is a perfect example of the insight and precision you bring to teaching! I believe this is some of the best training out there! And it is helping me to rebuild my swing in spite my medical condition. Thanks!!!
Very good. I have had a lot of people say the exact same thing. Well, you found me know and it's starting to work. Please keep at it.
Hi Paul. I've chatted a bit with you lately. Thanks for that. Now you had me try your grip. I typically was very strong on my grip and typically have a hook or pull miss. And my right hand has never Felt comfortable in my life. I didn't have time to practice but I never do anyway lol. I was able to understand your principle of my right hand going on the way you teach. It actually lets me get my hand comfortably on the club. And prevents a gap between my thumb and forefinger that always comes about in the back swing and The backswing isn't as flat.
Anyway I went for eighteen to practice it. Straight after eight hours in the factory, right from the car right to the first tee like usual. I was busting like no other early on. Pga level lol. Typically as per usual it tapers off As I start playing good early on Because then I try too hard. Anyway it was decent overall. The only problem I had FIVE 3 putts and shot seventy three😮😅. So the swing and grip are kicking in fast. Now I need a little take away help and I just watched your video. Because I get a little fast on the takeaway and handsy. So tomorrow I add that key. I'm loving your swing technique
Wow! Nice round right from work. I guess you're going to keep doing my neutral grip? Won't take long to get it. Just hold the club while watching TV. Easiest way. Then you will have it in no time. Keep up the good work.
@paulwilsongolf 100% im going to keep the neutral grip, my grip was killing me. Made me fight all round. I have a yearly tournament with 1 pro( my buddy) lol and 4 handicappers. Lmao. I want this to be the year I step up to the plate. And u get the credit when I do. Thx paul
Very good. Just see the grip as a hinge as opposed to hands on a club. They allow the club to hinge and rehinge. That's it. Stay focused and let me know if you need help before your tourney.
@paulwilsongolf thx Paul I appreciate your help
So i mentioned in a previous video a week or so ago the success i was having trying to switch to your style golf swing after playing for 30 years with a not so great swing.. I mentioned before i always had a strong grip and swung hard. Well about a week ago i watched this video and adapted a more neutral grip but kept the interlock and still, especially with my short irons, my miss would be kind of a pull hook. well yesterday i said heck with it and before my round i was swinging the club with the overlapping grip in my yard and you are right i hated it and thought it felt horrible.. (oh and im one of those left handers that plays right handed). But figured what the heck lets give it a shot at the course whats the worst that can happen... Now off the tee i'm the 250 to 260 guy with roll. Yesterday it rained for about 2 hours prior to our round, so it was wet and soft. First hole with the new grip, i striped it right up the middle and really even though i didn't get much roll cause of the wet conditions i was within about 10 yards of where i normally am.. Long story short my drives with the grip in this video and some of your other tips,would have been longer i think, but more importantly my drives and irons were much straighter.. The only "bad" shots i hit were holes that i was afraid to miss left. And not trusting i'd hit it straight (2 times with irons and once with driver) i aimed a little right and guess where i missed..... out to the right.... still in all shot my best score in league play this year a -1 35 last night.. Still a work in progress but so far so good and i like that at 49 years of age i"m not having soreness in my back and neck
Great job. You decided to try it and it worked. That is what others should do. You certainly proved it works. I shouldn't have to tell you to keep doing it. I'm sure you will.
Paul, you videos have completely changed my game. Wrist hinge, loose wrists, wrist rotation and using your body and not your arms. Incredible. Shot a 78 at our local simulator and hoping this translates to the course come spring.
That's great. The signs are all there that you are going to have a great season. It's a little different on the course but it should translate. You have the right thoughts so I don't see you not being able to do it.
Since I watched your video on using the correct grip, I slice the ball less than I used to. Thanks Paul for the demonstration on that. I know that is the kind of grip Nicklaus used so it must be a good one,
Very good. Go to get rid of slice spin for sure. Watch these too:
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I feel like this is exactly what I’ve been missing. Amazing results at the range I can’t wait to take it to the course.
Glad you found this one. It all starts with the grip. Get this then you can have loose wrists and generate power for life. Get that then watch these:
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Paul, Just by using this grip has changed everything for me. Hitting the ball more solid than ever. I’ll be watching more of your videos for sure! Thanks, Brent
Very good. I keep trying to get people to try it. You are proof it works but it takes a little understanding and work. Keep at it.
You are a seriously good instructor
Thanks, I appreciate it. I just want people to understand it. If you don't get it why would you do it.
Agreed under appreciated
They will come around. I just started posting again. See how many people play great as they follow my teaching. Thanks for your support.
best grip video ive ever seen👌🏼
Thank you so much for this priceless instruction, Mr. Wilson. I have been playing golf for 16 years now and I am a 2-handicap-player, but this tip really transformed my golf game in a positive way. Subscribed to your channel immediately.
You're welcome. Nice hdcp. Here is my advice. Keep it super simple. You get these better players trying to diagnose every morsel of the swing. This is what I used to do and it go me nowhere. Once I made it simple it was game changing. Grip and set up for sure. Coil/uncoil. Hinge/rehinge. Turn your arms off completely in the downswing. Watch your ball. I will tell you exactly how to fix your own swing if you hit a bad shot. This one may help you:
th-cam.com/video/o_YFEIiNxZk/w-d-xo.html Listen carefully to what I say in this tip. This is gold.
@@paulwilsongolf , thank you so much for another valuable instruction, Mr. Wilson. Believe it or not, 3 days ago I shot my first ever hole-in-one from 177 metres on a PAR 3. Of course you need some luck to achieve that, but since I have changed from a strong grip to a neutral one according to your tip, my iron play has gained significant precision and I got rid of this destructive snap hook I sometimes used to hit with my driver every once in while. Thank you again, Sir.
That's great. Such an exciting feeling when you get one and that wasn't a short one ... even better! Glad you learned the neutral grip and are doing well. I love hearing it. Keep up the good work and let's get another hole in one!
This was the last piece to the puzzle. I did the exact thing you're showing with interlock. I couldn't figure the damn reason why it was so hard to cover my thumb. I started playing around with overlap grip and it helped a lot, this just confirmed it. Thanks again.
Very good. I will be doing a tip on this in the future.
Hi Paul ... It has been one year and 4 months since I changed to this grip and I have been playing the most consistent golf of my life. I was a good 11-12 handicap most of my life and now I am a 9.1 index at age 64. It is all thanks to owning this grip. I went from a draw player ( with a lot of happy hookers) to a straight almost small fade player. I rarely miss a fairway and my approach shots are just dead straight to the green. Thank you !
Very good. So glad you changed. This is a vital part of the swing that's for sure. I realize that there are pros doing a strong grip and a lot of amateurs want to do it too but it is way way way harder to be consistent. You need to practice all the time. Me, I have other stuff to do. I think you can see where I am coming from now too. Keep at it.
Really clear and detailed demo of the grip you recommend. Thanks
Glad it was helpful!
Holy jeez, just came across your channel and this video, I just naturally gripped my club the way I normally do it and I wasn't even close to this, can't wait to try this out, maybe I can finally start to keep up with my buddy who always beats me lol, great info!!!
you teach with so much confidence i cannot help but want to try your method. going to the range on Sunday...gonna try this out.
Thanks. Everything I teach I have been using on tens of thousands of students since 1991 so I know what works and what doesn't. Just follow along and I will make you a star.
The best explanation of it all. It's a game changer as you can feel the difference between the ? mark hold and the thumb hold. Paul sets all the Veees in motion.
Glad you liked it. Thanks.
This is the best grip lesson I've ever found. Thank you Paul.
Wow, thanks! This is a great view so you can learn how to do it by following along.
Great advice .....ignore it and forever be random ! BEST GOLF TUTOR OUT THERE !
Much appreciated
Best Explanation I've ever heard on how to properly grip the club Paul - thankyou! Taking it to the range this week to hit those 30 balls +. Have 20 years of baseball grip to lose!
Thanks so much. This takes a little work and getting used to the weird feeling. Once you get it though you will then be able to hinge and rehinge your wrists.
@@paulwilsongolf Actually the new grip feels really comfortable - was surprised as how quickly I got into the routine. Hoping that re-hinge will come with practice as will some lag! Now to practice digging in the instep. Thankyou Paul
Thank you Paul been struggling with a snap hook with driver and I understand why now, it's my grip.
You're welcome. If you are hooking it without trying to hook it you have a grip problem so yes, it was a grip problem. Do a more neutral grip and determine based on how much draw you want. Once you get it focus back on your lower body to hit the shots. Won't take long to fix you.
Best grip tutorial i have seen! Thanks for all you do!
Happy to help!
I have watched a ton of videos looking for help with no real success. These tips are easy to follow and understand, and they work. I had no idea the problems my grip was causing. I’ve been practicing this along with the lag drill and golf is starting to be enjoyable again instead of constant frustration. Paul, thank you.
You're very welcome!
pretty mindblowing video for me...i moved to a very strong grip due to having an open clubface and still miss like that occasionally. i will work hard to practice this...
Very good. Follow it precisely and you will never do any other grip.
Also, do this drill with your new grip:
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And this one:
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The best explanation ever. I will try all this and let you know. Thank you Paul!
Glad you liked it. Thanks.
Just bought your body swing package this weekend. The grip, I've always had BOTH hands cradle the grip in the fingers. Placing the grip of the top hand into the palm... wow, so secure. I love it!
Thanks for the support. Hopefully, you have been doing daily practice swings working on the positions and building a great swing. A great swing hits great shots. The grip is where it all starts. You should be getting used to it by now. Please keep checking it daily.
@@paulwilsongolf YUP! Just reviewed this video. I had reverted to a bad position with my dominant (lower) hand, I was wrapping fingers to grip while first rotating the wrist so the palm is facing skyward. When in that position it will close the clubface which results in the dead pull I've been seeing. You think you have it then you revert to old habits. Thank you sir!
We always want to go back to what's comfortable. This is human nature. Just have a checklist of things that you always check so you don't get out of position. This is why I keep telling everyone to do daily practice swings. Once a week isn't going to cut it.
This video was immensely helpful for someone who has had a strong grip for 40 years. I'm going to the range today and will combine this video with the swing plane tips. I'm going to practice an overlap versus interlock. Looking forward to the practice session.
Glad it was helpful! So many people have a strong grip. So many people struggle with this game. Hmmm maybe there is a correlation. AS you found out it doesn't take long to get used to it. Once you do you it is so much better. Overlap is good too. I don't like the interlock because people sacrifice comfort of the pinky wedged in for the position of the hand. If you can have perfect bottom hand placement while doing an interlock I am okay with that grip.
Sound like me strong interlocking grip and major problems ...I will also try this..
Yesterday, after watching this video, I went to the range and hit 200 balls hitting all clubs. My striking improved tremendously and on one or two mis-hits the ball was still straight but a shorter distance. This grip is the truth. I have learned to be relaxed and swing with my body using this grip, and your other tips. It felt uncomfortable at first but now it is okay. Listen to Paul. Thanks Bro.
Very good. This tip has helped thousands of people loosen their wrists. Amazing how many people are locked up. Keep getting used to it. This will make the world of difference.
Thank you for this video! I was struggling with pull draws with every club the other day and I believe it was due to a stronger grip and having the club in my right hand (LH golfer) in my fingers and not in my palm. Thanks again!
Glad it helped! I would watch this one too:
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I tried this today without practicing. It felt like I wasn’t even swinging hard. An it makes you finish high with your swing. It makes everything so much easier. I’m still shocked. Thank you
Great job!
Genius of a golf teacher that makes your game much more enjoyable, thanks 👍.
Thanks so much. I appreciate the support. Having more fun is what it's all about.
Brilliantly explained, best grip instruction video I've seen yet. 👏👏👏
Great to hear!
Agreed
For a 60 years young guy that grabbed his first club at 50, and knew nothing but the locked pinkies grip, I follow your instructions and dedicated all 100 shots to your approach. What a difference it made in accuracy and consistency!!! Than you for this life changing advice.
Great stuff!! Keep up the hard work.
I've spent the Summer grooving a terrible swing, primarily driven by my 40+ year strong grip. My clubface was closed at address, and I spent the majority of my range time trying to open it at the top. Needless to say, that doesn't work very well. I watched this video twice in back-to-back days and then hit the range yesterday. A neutral grip, like you say in the video, is a really strange feeling and you have to "trust" the fix. I hit several balls to the right, albeit with a bunch of power. Within 10-15 balls I was moving the ball closer to center. By the end of my range yesterday I was hitting down the middle with a little baby draw. I'm going back to hit more balls today. I appreciate your teaching method.
Glad you found me and tried it. Stay focused. I know the strong grip feels good but stick with neutral. You know you can do it now. Great job.
Dear Paul Thanks for the tip. Please share the video for putting grip and grip pressure.
Thumbs down the flat surface. Pressure. 1 out of 10
I'm a left handed golfer and thanks to this video i realized i was gripping my bottom hand (my left hand) completely wrong. I had a bit more neutral grip on my right hand (two knuckles) but i soon realized i was strong gripping the heck out of my bottom hand. Im at home but doing a few swings with the proper neutral grip felt so much smoother. Can't wait to hit the range and practice with it, it feels so much looser and easier to swing
Nice. It's great when you figure it out.
Thanks so much I save videos grip 10 years ago about left hand in palm and right hand in fingers
Glad you found me. Famous pic of Hogan holding the club this way and a video with Annika too. They were pretty good.
This was a blessing for me. Saw this video yesterday and tried it at the driving range this afternoon. Never hit my clubs so consistent and so long. Thank you so much. It has given me a lot of confidence.
Glad it helped. It's a great feeling when you hit the ball well. Keep at it.
Good tip. Years ago I went to an instructor because I was fighting a slice. First thing he did was to point out my weak left grip. He told me to think about holding a hammer with that grip and how I would have a tough time driving a nail with that grip. He had me move my left hand to the right a bit as you show and of course that made sense in relation to driving a nail with the grip. Sometimes in my attempt to not fall back into a weak left grip I probably move it over a little too much and create a strong grip. So this is a good reminder of how my grip needs to be.
Yes, you have to be careful about moving it too strong. Glad you are aware of it. If you start slicing just think that the face is upon. If your wrists were a hinge why would the face be open. Tight hinge. Open face. Right = tight. So anytime you see slice spin start rolling your wrists a few times to unlock your wrists.
@@paulwilsongolf Thanks
Wow, Paul! Thanks for this. Of all the instruction videos I have watched, no one but you has ever showed me this! I am looking forward to my next day on the range
You are very welcome
Excellent explanation of the grip! So many swing faults start with the grip. I’ve heard the importance of the grip forever, but never heard / seen it explained as well as you have done here. Thank you !
Glad you liked it. Thanks.
Another great vid Paul! After 22 years and lately alot of research I’m finally employing a neutral grip as you teach here. Ridiculous game changer. Never understood or had the wrist hinge until now. Most importantly, I wasn’t putting the grip properly along the 2nd pads of my trailing hand, or the fingers always was using the 1st pads, doh!. Holy shit I get it all now and with this new proper grip I now have I can do all the other wonderful things like using my body instead of my arms and hands. Last week i’ve hit the best shots of my life by far and consistently. I can use all my clubs now especially driver
This is a big. It all starts with the grip. Keep checking it to make sure it doesn't fall out of position.
I keep seeing people on TH-cam say to keep the club in your fingers on the left hand as well. It looks like your grips has the top of the grip just inside on the left of the pinky and not on the bottom of the pinky.
I must say, your way with the left hand the way it is felt MUCH better to me when I switched to it. I felt more in control and it felt like it was easier to hinge my wrists.
Yes, across the palm of the left. There is a well know picture of Hogan holding the club only in his left hand between the pad and the index finger. Only way you can do this is how I am showing. Annika holds it this way too. Leadbetter teaches this as well as many other teachers. I tried the fingers years ago and got a huge blood blister on the pad of my left hand. Why they are telling people to do this is beyond me.