Paul,
I do a weird thing like one continuous hum or whistle while I take back. For some reason that keeps me loose and relaxed. I make a kind accelerating sound like a kid playing with a toy airplane. Weird but so far it has never failed me.
Hi Paul, isn’t it better to count to three with some rhythm? Like the waltz rhythm (as Sam Snead said in his memories) in order to concentrate on rhythm rather than mechanics?
Or as I have recently read, saying “Er- nie -Els” loud is another way of thinking of rhythm and not mechanics, being “Er”, takeaway, “nie” top of the backswing and “Els” hitting the ball
That counting is when you go back. This is before you pull the trigger. If you are thinking about counting you are not thinking about all of the other things in the golf swing.
I am guilty of standing over the ball and freezing and it does impact the shot. I don’t do it on the range, only on the course. I decided to go out and play just by myself, no competition, not worrying about the score, and focus only on pulling the trigger and it worked. I did this at least 3 times and my scoring immediately improved. I also find golfing with complete strangers helps because I am more conscious of not standing over the ball vs playing with friends. I have convinced myself that standing over the shot too long is going to result in a bad shot, so I might as well set up and swing and TRUST the mechanics will be there. I will try your method to build it in as a routine
That’s good news that you recognized that standing over it too long is hampering your swing. Just pull the trigger. Work on things on the range and eventually they will go into your swing when you play.
Paul,
I have a question unrelated to a specific tip. When you actually hit the ball with the driver in almost any of these tips, how far does it go? Just curious.
Paul, that 1, 2, 3 tip is great and I’ll start doing that. All kind of stuff goes through my mind, and then I screw up. I am trying to develop that mucscle memory of not to think. I know of a guy who stands over his ball for about 20 sec (I actually counted) and he’ll hit it well, but other times slice the heck out of it. From now on, it’s 1 2 3.
I want to thank you so much for theses instructions . Have been reading them over and over and practicing at home finally broke 90 today . I haven’t broke a hundred my last 15 rounds out. I took lessons in Fla. last month and was ready to quit the game . You have renewed my swing and made it so simple keep them coming. Jim
I know for a fact that not thinking works with golf. Once I hit a flub shot that went about 20 yards.I(hate to admit this) got so mad that I just charged up to the ball and whacked it as hard as I could.Best golf shot I hit all day.
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21 Responses to “How to Pull The Trigger”
December 14, 2012
ERIABBERAHi Paul,
Thanks. I really needed this tip.
December 15, 2012
Paul WilsonEriab,
Glad you liked it.
Thanks,
December 14, 2012
WadeThamesPaul,
I do a weird thing like one continuous hum or whistle while I take back. For some reason that keeps me loose and relaxed. I make a kind accelerating sound like a kid playing with a toy airplane. Weird but so far it has never failed me.
December 15, 2012
Paul WilsonWade,
If it works keep doing it. Good one.
December 14, 2012
JoseCarcellerHi Paul, isn’t it better to count to three with some rhythm? Like the waltz rhythm (as Sam Snead said in his memories) in order to concentrate on rhythm rather than mechanics?
Or as I have recently read, saying “Er- nie -Els” loud is another way of thinking of rhythm and not mechanics, being “Er”, takeaway, “nie” top of the backswing and “Els” hitting the ball
Does it make sense?
December 15, 2012
Paul WilsonJose,
That counting is when you go back. This is before you pull the trigger. If you are thinking about counting you are not thinking about all of the other things in the golf swing.
Watch:
DRILL: Count In Backswing: https://ignitiongolf.com/drill-count-in-backswing
December 17, 2012
RandyGormanI am guilty of standing over the ball and freezing and it does impact the shot. I don’t do it on the range, only on the course. I decided to go out and play just by myself, no competition, not worrying about the score, and focus only on pulling the trigger and it worked. I did this at least 3 times and my scoring immediately improved. I also find golfing with complete strangers helps because I am more conscious of not standing over the ball vs playing with friends. I have convinced myself that standing over the shot too long is going to result in a bad shot, so I might as well set up and swing and TRUST the mechanics will be there. I will try your method to build it in as a routine
December 18, 2012
Paul WilsonRandy,
That’s good news that you recognized that standing over it too long is hampering your swing. Just pull the trigger. Work on things on the range and eventually they will go into your swing when you play.
December 27, 2012
LenKoblenzPaul,
I have a question unrelated to a specific tip. When you actually hit the ball with the driver in almost any of these tips, how far does it go? Just curious.
Thanks for everything,
Len
December 28, 2012
Paul WilsonLen,
I fly it usually between 260 and 280. With good roll 300+.
April 12, 2014
KennthBovaPaul, that 1, 2, 3 tip is great and I’ll start doing that. All kind of stuff goes through my mind, and then I screw up. I am trying to develop that mucscle memory of not to think. I know of a guy who stands over his ball for about 20 sec (I actually counted) and he’ll hit it well, but other times slice the heck out of it. From now on, it’s 1 2 3.
April 13, 2014
Paul WilsonKen,
Yes, this is a really good way to clear your mind. I like it.
April 12, 2014
JimTeetsPaul ,
I want to thank you so much for theses instructions . Have been reading them over and over and practicing at home finally broke 90 today . I haven’t broke a hundred my last 15 rounds out. I took lessons in Fla. last month and was ready to quit the game . You have renewed my swing and made it so simple keep them coming. Jim
April 13, 2014
Paul WilsonJim,
You’re welcome. Stick with it. Work on one of two things at a time and you will play better than ever.
October 16, 2014
DennisKinkadeI know for a fact that not thinking works with golf. Once I hit a flub shot that went about 20 yards.I(hate to admit this) got so mad that I just charged up to the ball and whacked it as hard as I could.Best golf shot I hit all day.
October 16, 2014
Paul WilsonDennis,
We can certainly over think things. Give this a try when you go out in the future. 1 … 2 … 3 …
May 28, 2016
RaymondCHASTELPaul,I don’t count ,I just do a small forward press with the hands and right knee,so as not to start with a ” stuck” position .
May 28, 2016
GeorgeLawrenceJust a general remark. Your instructions have been very helpful. Together with the videos and your book I have improved a great deal.
Thank you
George
May 29, 2016
Paul WilsonGeorge,
Glad you like the tips. Glad you are improving. I love hearing about it.
Keep up the good work.
May 28, 2016
StianOttersenIs it a good idea to also count in the backswing the same way? So 1-2-3 1-2-3 + downswing trigger?
May 29, 2016
Paul WilsonStian,
It’s a 2 count in the backswing. 1 count in the downswing.
Watch:
DRILL: Count In Backswing: https://ignitiongolf.com/drill-count-in-backswing/