5 ft 8... 70 kg... 300 YARD DRIVES! My Golf Driver Swing Cheats…
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00:00 5 ft 8... 70 kg... 300 YARD DRIVES! My Golf Driver Swing Cheats…
00:20 How to hit 300 yard drives - Tip 1
02:46 How to hit 300 yard drives - Tip 2
04:45 How to hit 300 yard drives - Tip 3 - Sport
Amazing the amount of 300 yard carries you see on launch monitors but never on the course :)
Those are juiced 1.1x. Rick Shiels shows 319 yard drives, but I know his average is 290 whenever he hits on the course.
I would gladly accept 290 and brag about it.
Like the ones at Dicks that say i hit the 500 dollar driver 275
@@dougbarkdull3469 That's why you gotta bring your gamer driver to compare. All juiced.
@@tonythaiger93 great idea!
This is awesome… And you’re 100% right about the hands. I was never that good at skipping stones so that whipping motion isn’t as natural to me sometimes… Love the tips and drill ideas bruh!!! Appreciate you Coach!
Great summary CoachL. I've been working hard on these very concepts this winter and have seen new speeds and distance from them! Enjoy your vids a great deal, and this one feels spot on for me!
Keep it up and thanks for watching.
Simple to understand. Could almost feel the moves. Great video.
Glad you liked it!
Even if the launch monitor is "doctored" the advice is perfect!!!!!!
My launch monitor and advice is perfect 👌
Thank you for this. Your video was very timely.
I've added about 20 yards to my drives by 2 simple things. Flaring out my lead foot, almost to 45 degress and weakened my lowest placed hand on the club. I can literally hit it as hard as I want on the downswing without it going left. And I mean you can actually rip the hell out of it. It won't go left. Big key also is to keep turning but that happens anyway through momentum, ie its impossible not to turn. The lower hand placement on the club is the real focus. Small incrimental turns of it on the club can make a hug difference to the ball flight so its important to be very precise with it.
Coach great video!!!
Great video will have to try this out
thanks for the video just subbed, been stuck at 200 yards for ages, ''ages'' i say, only started playing around december though but something is for sure off with me and these tips look pretty spot on. Its amazing how often tips for extra yardage almost always include going against what you are typically shown how to play golf, like... i didn't even consider keeping my back leg straight for more rotation, it just goes against everything ive been told to this point which is keeping that slight bend in the legs. I know there is more yardage in me because im a pretty big strong fella, comfortably 50kg on you but it goes to show you how much you can lose from poor technique. thanks again cant wait to put these tips into practice.
Love all the tips. Easily explained and able to understand! Earned a sub!
Awesome, thank you!
Excuses for not hitting it long: 49 year Office worker, family man weekend warrior. Oh I also live in Canada. Really though the main reason for not hitting long i think for me is fear. I have been working with my Pro. to control my swing and find more fairways. When I let go I get booming slices and duck hooks. I guess I just need to rty new stuff and don't take it to the course until it is solid.
Hi there. It may not be an excuse, it really does depend on your physical capability and you have to have a certain baseline of strength to hit far. The obvious way we know this is true is because men hit it further than women on average. Lockey shouldn't be trying to sell it as anyone can do it - some, not all, and only if you put the physical work in, raw distance is not a question of technique for the most part.
Hi David! I’m also in Canada. You mentioned fear in your sentiment which I totally understand because I purposely swing my clubs slow. What has helped me to move past the fear is practicing certain drills in your swings which give you the most discouragement. My weaknesses include early extension and lack of flexibility. I’m 42 and have a history of pain problems, so I know my limits. Hope this helps
These tips are great. All the videos i watch and these tips are crucial. Timing is everything. Cant seem to ever get them down though and am leaking yardage bad. Don't get to practice that much.
Yes, mobility and lack of turn kills distance.. I too am 5' 9" and hit it long, but I also and extremely flexible and have a large turn.. SPOT ON!!!
Cheers coach.
Greatest driver tips video of all time! ❤
Wow, thanks! 🤩
@@CoachLockey just got to see if i can implement it! Tend to max out at 105mph club and 155mph ball 🤞
Can`t wait to give this a try NOW! My biggest problem is distance off the tee, which makes my approach shots much harder. I`m counting on your advice Coach 🙂
Good luck! Hope it helps
I’ve seen a guy snap a new Titliest driver shaft doing the split hand drill. He was a tall, big dude but still, be wary. Damn, you really gut me inspired Coach to push my next practice session. Thanks.
I think I need tip 4 .Have a very big turn ,lift foot been doing split drill for years . On a summers day I can get 235. Stuck at 95mph driver 82mph iron .
I’ve already followed your earlier tips on release/hand path/swinging the butt of the club (I realised I was swinging my body, not the club head) and also the extra hip turn after your lesson with Shaheen, Oh, and the ‘no backswing’ drill (that one, for me, is an absolute game changer). So I thought I’d improved on the range. I took it to the course on Tuesday and consistently drove the ball an extra 30 yards carry (120 max to an easy 150). As a 58 year old female golfer I think that’s pretty good! 😲 Now I’m going to try the last tip in this video, and see if I can squeeze a few more out. I’m 5’11” and 65Kg, but I’ve never understood how to use my height and flexibility before and actually transfer my effort to the ball. Can’t thank you enough, Coach. I wish I still lived in Devon and could come to you for an actual lesson, or at least thank you in person! 😎
Great to hear Sara 👍 pleased it’s all coming together
Thanks Coach. Definitely applies to me and will try those tips. I guess if successful with more hip turn then I will start hooking the ball...lol
Let’s hope not haha
Alright bro I’m gunna try that tonight at home. That last tip really has me interested where you say you slow your hands on the downswing, I think I’m a handle holder for too long in my swing. Shanks! 😁
simple tips that work. tip 3 is the key one for me
Coach, thanks for the video! Help me with getting too steep on the downswing, I constantly work on it with drills but can't find a drill to change my ways.
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This might help 👍
Great lesson coach
Glad you enjoyed it
I wish I had this dudes confidence. Keep it up brother.
I appreciate that👍
If you raise your lead heel raise a bit, that will help with longterm back pain. Fred couple, Tiger, kept tgat lead foot planted and they deal with back pain
Thanks coach, will try this down the driving range this week. Only hope i dont put my back out!!!!
Go easy 😂😂
Hey Coach... been practicing up with 1 range time outing and foamplastic in the backyard filled with snow. I've been lifting up that left foot, I used to, not sure why I got away from it but definitely getting more pop, my head stays on the plane, and noticing more pop and even ho
Itting straighter. Thanks for the tip.
👍👍👌👌
Best video from a short person I've seen today!
😂😂
I would say he's average height, not short at all.
@@jerryturner2310 5ft 8 is not average my friend.
@@PauloG100 Might want to google things first before speaking. 5'8" - 5'9" is the average height of males
@@jerryturner2310 I suggest you take your own advice.
I quote 'In the UK, the average man is considered relatively tall compared with the other countries in the world. According to 2022 data1, the average height for men here is 178.2 cm - this is equal to 5 ft 10.4 in'
I am 6ft, I suspect you are much shorter, no? :)
My pro is getting me to work on transferring weight onto my lead side earlier and getting the hips to rotate better, literally focusing on lower half so much more, because that's where the power is created.
several ways to swing a club .. this is just your teachers method .. not a general fix
Such great content ~ I hope you can catch Mark up on the subscribe numbers soon 👍🏻👍🏻
Maybe one day!
My excuses for not hitting 300+ yards: I am an office worker, family man and live in Canada. So I can only practice once a week and my playing season is short. However my main reason for not hitting long is fear. I have taken lessons and have gotten my wild banana slice and duck hooks to be fairway finders. My Pro. and I have focussed on accuracy. I feel when I try to really let go and swing out of my shoes as it were I get wild again. Which I guess is part of the learning process. I will give your tips a go. I have also seen some other long driver tips that might help as well.
Accuracy over distance any day
You might be short and skinny, but you're such a lovely boy! 😂 In all seriousness, these are good drills. A good feeling for tip 3 if you don't have a Lag Shot is to use a towel instead of a golf club and try to snap it through in a full swing, snapping at the bottom. A late release will slice spin, and an early release will hook spin.
Like this…. 😉 czcams.com/video/Vk5gPjLhqaE/video.htmlsi=qvonMTunXEPRIp-B
@@CoachLockeyexactly like that. See, you're such class.
Nice.
Coach - great tips but at what point in the downswing do i release the wrist angles ?
Depends on your ball flight 👍
Brilliant matty janner !! 💚👏👏👏 mind you if i tried to turn like that , i would split my arse 😂😂
Tip 3 is so advanced, no wonder you find it hard.
Does it involve feeling the hands really accelerating hard down to P6 then the swing just freewheels from there. I know it’s the final cog in the wheel of a trebuchet catapault.
What to you feel, having done the split hand drill then the real swing feel to replicate the hand deceleration.
Already using tip 1 & 2 and it has helped push distance off the tee. Until I have a day where my timing of the heel stomp is slightly out then 😖😖😖
You're absolutely correct, I'm 66 and it's funny all these people that hit 300 yd drives on the monitor I blow the ball 20-30 yards past them, but my first hole in one was 345 yards with persimmon
I just had back fusion surgery, any thoughts on getting a turn with fusion? Same fusion Tiger had with a cheaper surgeon. I can't start swinging again until late April.
Try googling easiest swing it's for older less mobile golfers. Changed my game
I avoided fusion, after a 2.5 yr 'lay-off' been back playing 10 years. Wasn't easy, constant stretching, Losr 20m on drives and recovered from 2 clubs more to only 1with irons. Accept that and the fact yr handicap will 'blow-out' or you'll b 4ever frustrated. I use a back inverter for 'maintenance'.
Coach! For tip 3, when do you slow or stall the left side? Before or at impact?
Around lead arm or club parallel to the floor on the downswing
i got my AI triple diamond last week. 1 session in my indoor winter league with it... serious ball speed nmbrs n distance for me with it..
Let’s gooooo
This was just perfect, thanks. I only have 80 yds to go to get to 305. And at 62 its a different experience with the turning part. Should have gone for yoga instead of football 50 years ago.
So I watched your video and found it quite interesting. The straightening of your back leg is new. Question: Given that there is supposed to be a transfer of weight from the lead foot to the inside of the back foot on the back swing, how does one use the back leg to start the transfer of the weight and momentum from the back leg to the front leg? Also, I have tried to lengthen my back swing as per your video and find that I can't seem to hit it any farther than if I use a shorter swing...even when I hit it on the screws. Why would this be and how would I correct this? Thanks. Again...interesting video. Thanks for posting.
I find if I focus more on a smooth swing I hit it worse. I just go hell for leather and smash it as hard as I can and it works out better. Zero swing thoughts when on the course, I just hope what I’ve been practising carries over
Lovely stuff 👍👍 I’m better full out too
Interesting! Apart from having a desk job for 40 years+, I'm now 68 years old, 5'10", 110kgs, replacement left hip, and arthritis! Apart from lose some weight(!) have you any specific tips that might help me (current driver speed 80mph, and I hit it 190 yards, using a ladies shaft)?
Second question. Would it help to start with my right hip back (i.e. a closed stance, effectively, or would that make no difference?
I am a handle dragger as well. But, if one lets their hands release, how do you prevent flipping the wrists?
I drag the handle as well, when the ball is there, but seem to be able to let the club head go when the ball isn't there aargh. All in my head I guess, but will definitely try tip 3 nice one coach 👍
Try hitting drives on the range with your eyes closed. I'm serious.
@@canyonaro I'll give it a go, I just worry for the safety of the people around me 🤣
@@canyonarothat's what bryson recommended. Ill try that today 😂
@@briggs7777 You're no going to whiff. I think you'll be surprised how well you can hit it. You should also be able to detect strike location better.
Lots of tips to keep Right/trail leg slightly bent, but if you don't rotate your hip more to the target it doesn't matter. Your tip is right on for 80% of golfers, straighten the leg to prevent slide, more turn and the ability to put more force in the lead leg earlier in the swing. When you finally fix those starting errors then you may be ready to keep a little bend. Thoughts?
When you say ‘ slow your hands ‘ do you mean slow your arms as well ? Or swing arms as fast as possible but don’t release hands until a certain point in the downswing?
If your hands are slowing down your arms have to be, arms will be slower than hands though as they have a smaller arc.
@@CoachLockey thank you. I will be giving this a try .
Great job….love the content and enthusiasm… “twiglets” lol.
Glad you enjoyed
So,when do we get to see you take on the guy with the glasses again...lol great lesson... Cheers
Next month 👌😉
Can't wait!!!
*I like the shoes, what brand are they?*
Fj
Great stuff coach. Man you hit that puppy a long way for such a little guy......or perhaps your camera is lying to us as in real life you are 6'2", 130Kg and built like David. Must be to hit 300 +. 😂
I promise you I’m definitely not 6’2” 😂😂
Serial handle dragger! Describes me perfectly
I just watched a video about keeping your right leg bent and never locking it out. It also causes way too much left knee flexion and instability.
I love how every CZcams golf video contradicts the other 😖
go as close to locking it out as you can but dont lock it out 👍
Padraig says the same thing about putting the brakes on. Man that's hard to do.
That Ventus shaft probably helps with the 300+ yard drives.
I can do it with any shaft bruh 😎
I have a Ventus and trust me, my max drives are like 250 yards total.
Summer where I am and my goal at the beginning of summer was to break par. I'm a 7.6 hcp. I went out recently and was -4 on the front nine with 4 straight birdies to end the nine and thought I was on course to achieve my goal. BUT! Back nine, the driver abandoned me. Started hitting high, weak slices. Like 40-50m shorter (and to the right) of my normal drives. I'm normally a pull drawer and kind of rely on that. I guess I got inside my own head. So I went to the range the next day, driving was back to normal. But out on the course the following day. Driving was weak and to the right again! Any thoughts on the mental aspect? I can't afford a psychiatrist 🤣
You need to find a swing thought to overcome it, even though on the range it’s working. What makes a drive go short and right?
Gobsmacked!
SLOW THE HANDS DOWN?????
I gotta try this at the range tomorrow.
😂😂😂
Let us know how it goes 😂. This tip seems pretty challenging to execute.
When I have tried to rotate as per your instructions I find it very hard to hut the ball consistently. Is this just a practice thing? Very hard to figure that out in a message I know 😢
Golf is constantly practice. Golf is hard.
I am 5'8 and i hit 325. good tips thanks
I’m also the exact same height/weight. Do you rock a standard driver? Mine is currently 44.25 TaylorMade M3 driver. I’m looking for more distance and consistent contact like everyone else. Is it worth cutting down my driver?
I will be doing a video on this in the next month or so …..
Lucky you! I’m 5’7”, 70kg and im lucky to drive the ball 200-220 yards 😢
Tip 3 is the worst one, so difficult to implement as i can't go buy coordination in the shop :) for you other golfers struggling with mobility and desk/office job as I have.....go do yoga and pilatis 2-3 times a week. I am 54 and never been more flexible than now. Hip and shoulder turn is no issue, and compared to last season i gained +20 yards with driver, so now i got a carry of 230y and total 245y, increased clubhead speed and ball striking since i started yoga....so tip 4.....do yoga instead of gym :)
What's your club head speed ???
Thanks
115mph-120mph depending on the day and conditions
I’m 40 years old 5-6” and 160 lbs I can drive it over 300 yards all day with a 6 year old driver.
Tom Watson has always lifted his left heel and planted it to activate the hips
It doesn't really matter how tall or heavy your are. By far, the most important part of hitting a golf ball well is KNOWING WHAT DIRECTION TO SWING THE CLUB. And no, a circle is not a direction. By trying to swing in a circle, as most people are attempting to do, it's nearly impossible to get the speed into the club when and where we need it. Humans think in linear terms and although this idea seems counter-intuitive, there is literally no way to swing a club that doesn't result in a circular arc no matter how linear you attempt to swing it. The golf club is an amazing tool of engineering when used properly. It’s a lever, not a stick, like a baseball bat.
At times taking a wedge off the tee when driver & irons not working
Oh yes there’s been many times by say the 13th tee I’ve resorted to hit 3 or 4 wedges just to actually get a ball to a green 😂
If one day I reach 300 yds I´ll go to England to get a hug to you (I´m from Argentina)
Drive pressure into your lead foot. Rotate and then throw all your energy through the golf ball.
From there you can refine how you deliver the club. Without all the bullshit vernacular, think of trying to hit a very low inside pitch over the wall of a baseball stadium. Voila. You're hitting the golf ball hard and fast.
I have found swimming and yoga really helps to loosen up the swing and become much more flexible.. also a hot shower Before a round or practice.. works for me !
Got to be ready to swing it fast thats for sure
Excuses for not hitting it further, osteoporosis in my back and hip, and have MS 😅😅😅
Coach had some strong shit for this video 🤣
Hard to hit it out the centre of the driver, my reason
I honestly thought you were taller, Coach!
I wish I was 😂 although I haven’t actually measured myself. I might be a little taller
Nice twiglets
I hate them haha
Ha ha ha....why not aye 😊
Amazing thank you. But probably closer to 5 ‘6” than 5’8”😂
So... what your telling me is there's a chance 😂😂😂
I get some 300 yard drives every now and again but I need some slope, wind, and roll.
There is definitely chance 💪💪💪
@@CoachLockey
Gotta watch this one a few more times, I think I coukd squeeze out a few more yards. Quick question, what's better for distance? Carry or roll out?
My excuse is that i have started to skull the ball into the ground hard enough that it will cause a pitch mark XD
You need some low point control bruh
@@CoachLockey i need some life control to be honest
tbf was practising the lift heel and really turning and noticed the difference last night, just the odd skull top
my stomach gets in the way
More weight to push in the ground bruh.... no excuses haha
What the hell are those shoes? 😮
FJ
and wearing your grandads slippers!
😂
Better than Crossfield.......awks :p
Great advice Coach, just not sure on the shoes ! look a bit like nursing home slippers :)
Fair enough! Ill get some new ones haha
This is why 95% of golfers are hackers. Because of “straight jacket” golf instructors who basically wrap us up in a straight jacket snd twist us into pretzels and say now you should be able to swing freely and hit like tiger.
We dont know how to use the tool so we end up being plagued by chunks on the course.
Nobody has to teach us to use a hammer and after 1 day we all can hit the nail in the middle of the head.
If we knew how to use the tool we could add all the power we wanted.
I only have 4 fingers on one hand because of a hammer. Wish I had watch a CZcams video first before using it 🤦♂️
Sir, which one to start first during the downswing?
1. Pump the hands down or
2. Rotate the body
Based on my experience, when I implemented the pump the hand down, I experienced chunking more than perfect impact.
Hope your clarification
I am 5'8" and am OLD and FAT, and my body is worn out from being in the automotive field for 46 years .....LOL
Aint nothing going to get me more clubhead speed😜
good stuff mate ,but please lose the slippers, what would crossfield think 🫖
New shoes coming soon 😂
Will these 3 tips help a 60 three-year-old man hit the ball 300 yd
I hope so haha
@@CoachLockey What is your opinion on driver loft for mid handicappers. Should we stick with 10 and a 1/2 degrees or does 12° help more
Wow just realised I've not been turning my hips enough! I thought I was doing quite well but I wasn't! 😂😂
The one thing you guys always forget is, it takes natural coordination to put all of these tips that you find easy into place, for the mere mortal golfer who already struggles with consistency implementing new so called tips /instruction can be very soul destroying if they can not get them to make a difference.
Start of the video I say, this isn’t easy lol
Doesn't work. Still only carrying it 220 yards and I am the same size as you. I don't think I am releasing the club properly. Can you do a video on that?
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Can you say Reverse Pivot.
Reverse pivot
Twiglets. Lol
They are actually quite embarrassing 😂
It's not fair 😢
Doesn’t matter how big you are. 2 biggest hitters at my club ? One is 6’4” the other is 4’6”. Ish.