The Best & Worst Golf Training Aids (You’ll Be Surprised)
If you've ever found yourself staring at a golf training aid, wondering if it’ll fix your swing—or wreck it—this is the episode you need.Mike Granato and Shaun Webb of Athletic Motion Golf sit down and break down the best training aids for golfers, the ones that are absolute game-changers... and the ones that belong in the trash.Inside, you'll hear real coaching stories, personal experiences with tools like the Swing Guide, Impact Bag, and the HITs Driver, and why most golfers are chasing "quick fixes" instead of real feedback. They also reveal how video feedback and biomechanics are transforming golf instruction—and how YOU can take advantage of it without fancy gear.🔥 If you're looking to improve your swing mechanics, avoid wasting money, and finally understand what tools help you learn faster, this conversation delivers.🔍 Topics covered: best golf training aids for swing plane, tools that force movement vs. offer feedback, how pro players use tech like Trackman, and what everyday golfers should really focus on to level up.⛳ This isn’t a listicle or fluff piece—this is from two of the best minds in golf performance, sharing hard-earned insights from years in the game.Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and comment your favorite training aid (or worst experience)!
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What Ground Forces Actually Do (And Don’t Do) For Your Golf Swing
Ground forces are one of the most misunderstood topics in the golf world… and today, we’re diving deep.In this episode of Athletic Motion Golf, Mike Granato and Shaun Webb unpack what ground forces actually do — and more importantly, what they don’t do — for your golf swing.We talk through:Why jumping, flopping, and faking footwork is leading golfers in the wrong directionHow muscular force is the real driver behind ground interactionThe importance of TIMING — and why you can't fake itWhat the best players (like Fast Eddie) do that most golfers miss entirelyWhy force plates, 3D data, and tools like Smart2Move and GEARS are game-changers (but only if you know how to use them)If you're serious about gaining speed, optimizing rotation, and unlocking the real power in your swing — you need to understand what ground forces can and can’t do for you
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The Trail Foot Mistake Killing Your Swing (And What the Pros Do Instead!)
Are you rolling your trail foot the wrong way and unknowingly wrecking your swing power and consistency? In this episode of the Athletic Motion Golf podcast, Mike Granato and Shaun Webb break down one of the most common — and most misunderstood — trail foot movements in golf... and why so many instructors are STILL teaching it wrong. Whether you're a weekend warrior or aiming to swing like a tour pro, understanding the correct trail foot action — especially with the driver — is non-negotiable. Using 3D motion capture and force plate data, Mike and Shaun unpack the difference between old-school heel-dragging and ankle-rolling techniques vs. what today's elite players are doing for explosive, safe speed and clean contact. Learn:Why rolling to the inside of the trail foot hurts your distance and balanceWhat dynamic players are doing differently with their trail heelHow to retrain your trail leg for effortless powerThe impact of trail foot action on irons, pitches, and even puttingWhy golf coaches need to evolve or risk falling behind
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We Asked ChatGPT to Analyze Rory McIlroy’s Swing – Here's What It Got Right (And Wrong!)
What happens when AI takes a swing at golf instruction?In this episode of the Athletic Motion Golf podcast, Mike Granato and Shaun Webb break down Rory McIlroy’s legendary swing—but with a twist. They asked ChatGPT to do the analysis first.🤖 From balance and posture to ground force and rotation, the guys dissect what AI got right, where it fell short, and why even the most advanced tools still need human context. If you're a golfer, coach, or just AI-curious, this one’s a must-listen.👉 Using Gears data and years of elite coaching experience, Mike and Shaun compare ChatGPT’s analysis to real-world swing mechanics—highlighting truths, half-truths, and teaching moments throughout. This episode is part masterclass, part tech review, and all-out fascinating.📈 Whether you’re interested in AI’s future in golf, how Rory creates power, or you just want expert commentary from two of the best minds in the game… this is for you.Hit play, and let’s break it all down.
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The Golf Head Movement Myth: Why “Keep Your Head Still” Is Ruining Your Swing
Most golfers hear it as one of their first tips: "Keep your head still." But what if we told you that trying to freeze your head is destroying your swing mechanics?In this video, Mike Granato & Shaun Webb break down one of golf’s most misunderstood concepts—the illusion of head stillness. Whether you’ve been told you “lifted your head” or you’re battling inconsistent ball striking, chances are this advice is doing more harm than good.We'll explain the biomechanics of head movement in elite golf swings, why it’s actually impossible to keep your head completely still, and how forcing it leads to poor body mechanics, reverse pivots, and swing compensations.You’ll learn:Why trying to “lock your head” creates chaos elsewhere in your swingHow rotational body mechanics naturally move your head (and why that’s a good thing)The mobility requirements behind elite-looking swingsHow aging impacts head movement—and what the Champions Tour proves about itThe real fix: how to improve movement patterns to let your head do what it’s supposed toThis isn’t your dad’s golf tip—it’s a modern, biomechanical reality check grounded in data, tour-level analysis, and real-world student experience.If you’ve ever struggled with head position, reverse spine tilt, or staying “down” through the shot, this one’s for you.🏌️♂️ It’s time to stop fighting your body and start working with it.
Athletic Motion Golf presents a deep dive into golf instruction as you've never heard before. Mike Granato and Shaun Webb are leading golf instructors who have helped everyone from Major Champions to brand new golfers who are looking for a leg up in their foursome. If you're looking to improve your golf game, then give Athletic Motion Golf- The Podcast a download and listen, and let our instruction speak for itself. Our daily bite-sized podcast is jampacked full of golf instruction that will be some of the deepest and most informative golf insight you've ever heard. If we deliver as promised, please rate and comment so other potential listeners know what to expect!
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