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Spieth’s Backswing Drill - Band

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  • HOW: Begin in a standing position while holding one band with both hands. Hold the band down in front of you to start. Step to the side with one leg. As you step to the side, rotate your chest opening up to that side, and extend that arm back behind you pulling the band. Keep your head looking down at your other arm which is down in front of you. Alternate to each side. 
  • FEEL: You should feel your shoulder muscles working and a stretch in your mid back. 
  • COMPENSATION: Keep your hips facing forward, only rotate your upper half. Keep your head looking down at the arm in front.

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