09/10/2026
Not every swing characteristic is a swing problem... sometimes it's a body problem.
As a physical therapist trained through the Titleist Performance Institute (TPI), one of the biggest lessons I've learned is that the golf swing is often a reflection of how the body moves.
Many of the most common swing characteristics—like reverse spine angle, early extension, over-the-top, S-curve, and the chicken wing—aren't simply "bad habits."
They're often compensations.
Your body will always find a way to complete the swing, even if it means sacrificing efficiency.
That compensation may be influenced by:
• Limited hip or thoracic mobility
• Poor motor control
• Strength deficits
• Balance limitations
• Previous injuries or pain
Rather than asking, "How do I fix my swing?"
A better question is:
"Why is my body moving this way?"
Understanding the why behind these movement patterns is the first step toward improving both performance and longevity in golf.
Over the next several posts, I'll break down each of these swing characteristics, explain what they are, why they happen, how they affect your swing, and what you can do to improve them.
Which one would you like me to cover first? ⛳️👇
