Welcome back to the Athletic Motion Golf Podcast, where Fact Meets Fairway! In this final installment of our Top 10 Most Common Swing Mistakes, Mike Granato and Shaun Webb tackle a major issue that sneaks into so many amateur swings—elbow lagging.

Many golfers mistakenly believe that holding their trail arm bend deep into the downswing will create more lag and power. However, this move actually disrupts sequencing, steepens the downswing, and robs players of effortless speed. Mike and Shaun break down the true mechanics of right arm movement, why tour pros actually straighten their trail arm as they transition, and how misconceptions about "holding lag" lead to major swing faults.

You’ll also hear insights from some of the world’s top coaches, including Scott Hamilton, and why understanding how the trail arm moves correctly can instantly improve your ball striking.

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Welcome back to the Athletic Motion Golf Podcast, where Fact Meets Fairway! In this episode, Mike Granato and Shaun Webb continue their deep dive into the 10 most common swing mistakes of 2024, and today’s topic is one that wrecks consistency—getting the club laid off at the top of the backswing.

Many golfers unknowingly push their club into a laid-off position, leading to steep transitions, weak ball flights, and major compensations on the downswing. Mike and Shaun break down the most common causes—including shut clubfaces, overactive wrist movements, and the dreaded “elbow pinning” technique—and explain why it makes ball-striking harder, not easier.

You’ll also hear why Xander Schauffele’s swing transformation proves how fixing a laid-off backswing can take your game to the next level.

Looking for expert coaching tailored to your swing? Join The Matrix, Athletic Motion Golf’s premier online training platform, where you’ll get personalized feedback from Mike and Shaun. Visit athleticmotiongolf.com to get started!

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Welcome back to the Athletic Motion Golf Podcast, where Fact Meets Fairway! In this episode, Mike Granato and Shaun Webb break down one of the biggest swing misconceptions that holds golfers back—the hands-in, club-out takeaway. Many golfers attempt to correct an inside takeaway by forcing their hands inward while keeping the club out, but this often leads to major swing flaws that derail consistency.

Mike and Shaun explain why this move creates a domino effect of compensations, making solid ball striking nearly impossible. They reveal the proper way to structure your takeaway, how to position your club relative to your hands, and the critical camera angles you need to accurately analyze your swing. Plus, they share simple yet effective fixes to help you build a repeatable and powerful motion.

Looking for personalized feedback on your swing? Join The Matrix, Athletic Motion Golf’s premier online training platform, where you’ll get expert coaching to elevate your game. Visit athleticmotiongolf.com to learn more!

If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a 5-star rating and written review—it helps us reach more golfers like you. Share this episode with your golf buddies (unless you want to keep the edge for yourself)!