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Seated thoracic rotation

7 min 12 reps Difficulty ●○○○○
Goal: Gain shoulder-turn range for a fuller backswing

How to do it

Seated, with a club across your shoulders, rotate your torso to both sides while keeping the hips still. 2 sets.

What fault it fixes

Reversed sequence in transition
The shoulders and arms start the downswing before the pelvis; measurable loss of lag at the wrist.

Frequently asked questions

What is the "Seated thoracic rotation" drill for?

Gain shoulder-turn range for a fuller backswing

How do you do the "Seated thoracic rotation" drill?

Seated, with a club across your shoulders, rotate your torso to both sides while keeping the hips still. 2 sets.

How long does the "Seated thoracic rotation" drill take?

About 7 minutes per session, 12 reps.

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