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#147 X-Factor Stretch – Everything You Need to Know! πŸš€πŸŒοΈβ€β™‚οΈ

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Golf247.eu
Published
Tue 25 Feb 2025
Episode Link
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/puttin-pro/episodes/147-X-Factor-Stretch--Everything-You-Need-to-Know-e2ua904

Hey! So you want to know what the X-Factor Stretch is? Awesome! 🎯 I’ll explain it in a way that makes it easy to understand and help you use it to improve your golf game.

What is the X-Factor Stretch? πŸ€”

The X-Factor Stretch is a special rotation of your upper body compared to your hips that helps you generate more power in your swing. Imagine your upper body twisting back like a rubber band while your hips stay almost still. The bigger the difference (stretch), the more energy you can transfer into the ball! πŸ’₯🎾

πŸŒοΈβ€β™‚οΈ Tour Player X-Factor Numbers (Measured with Sportsbox AI 3D!):

PGA Tour Pros: Typically have an X-Factor of 40–50 degrees at the top of the backswing.

LPGA Tour Pros: Generally have an X-Factor of 45–55 degrees, often slightly higher due to greater flexibility.

Why is it so important? πŸ’ͺ🏌️

Using the X-Factor correctly will give you:

βœ… More swing speed – You can hit the ball farther! πŸŒοΈβ€β™‚οΈ

βœ… More control – Your swing feels more stable! 🎯

βœ… Less strain on your back – If done correctly, it helps protect your spine! πŸš‘

πŸŒοΈβ€β™‚οΈ Tour Player Swing Speed Comparison:


PGA Tour: Average clubhead speed with a driver is around 113–120 mph.

LPGA Tour: Average clubhead speed with a driver is around 94–100 mph.

More X-Factor = More Stretch = More Power! πŸš€

How does it work? 🧐

1️⃣ Setup Position: Your upper body and hips are still aligned.

2️⃣ Backswing: Your upper body rotates further back than your hips. This creates tension! πŸ”„πŸ’₯

3️⃣ Downswing: Here comes the power move! Your lower body starts rotating first, while your upper body stays back just a little longer. This unleashes energy into the ball. πŸŽ‡πŸŒοΈβ€β™‚οΈ

4️⃣ Impact & Follow-Through: Your whole body rotates through the ball, maximizing power. πŸš€πŸŽ―

πŸŒοΈβ€β™‚οΈ Tour Player Hip vs. Shoulder Rotation (Measured with Sportsbox AI 3D!):

PGA Tour: Hips rotate 30–40 degrees, shoulders rotate 70–90 degrees.

LPGA Tour: Hips rotate 35–45 degrees, shoulders rotate 75–95 degrees.

This means LPGA players often use a slightly larger X-Factor Stretch due to better flexibility!


Measure Your X-Factor Stretch with Sportsbox AI 3D! πŸ“Š

The Sportsbox AI 3D App is a revolutionary tool that allows golfers and coaches to analyze swings in real-time using just a smartphone! πŸ“±

βœ… EquatorStats – Track Your X-Factor Stretch Like the Pros!

With Sportsbox AI 3D, you can measure:

πŸ“Œ X-Factor (Shoulder vs. Hip Rotation Difference)

πŸ“Œ Pelvis & Chest Rotation

πŸ“Œ Side Bend & Sway

πŸ“Œ Club & Body Motion Throughout the Swing

Using AI-powered 3D motion capture technology, Sportsbox eliminates guesswork and gives golfers precise biomechanical data to improve their game. πŸŽ―πŸŒοΈβ€β™‚οΈ


Cool Drill for the X-Factor Stretch! πŸ‹οΈβ€β™‚οΈ

πŸ‘‰ X-Factor Stretch Drill:

Stand in your golf posture.

Rotate your upper body to the right (for right-handers) without turning your hips.

Hold for 5 seconds and relax.

Repeat 10 times per side.

βœ… This helps you feel the movement and develop more power!

Conclusion 🎯

The X-Factor Stretch is one of the secret power tricks used by golf pros! πŸ’ͺπŸŒοΈβ€β™‚οΈ But be careful:

⚠️ Don’t over-rotate! Too much rotation can put stress on your back.

⚠️ Check your mobility! If you lack flexibility, specific exercises will help!

If you want to take your game to the next level, measure your swing with Sportsbox AI 3D, track your EquatorStats, and see how far you can hit the ball! πŸš€πŸ”₯

Have fun on the golf course! β›³πŸ’―

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