right arm pickup

[YodasLuke]

Its interesting to see that the forearm comment seems to have caused offence. While it may seem obvious it is surprising how people often get the body names wrong or the common use is incorrect. This includes Drs.

For example you cant actually break your ankle or wrist, only dislocate them as these are joints

Most people with a broken arm actually have a fractured forearm (a fracture and break are the same). The arm runs from shoulder to elbow but is often imprescisely used to refere to the whole upper limb.

Likewise the leg is often used when one really means lower limb as the leg runs from knee to ankle only.

So while it may seen obvious often there are precise meanings for certain terms in common use. I am often told someone has dislocated their knee ( which carries the risk of amputation) when in fact they have dislocated their patella, a much lesser injury.

Anyway I think precision and definition in terms leads to better understanding.

Just my 2 cents worth

Julian

I appreciate your two cents, but it is worth much more than that.
Additionally, with regard to one of the previous posts, I've know Lynn long enough to know that he's one of THE MOST intelligent men that I know. Those with which you select to surround yourself can either make you or break you. Lynn is one that I'm PROUD to have around me. I have been confronted by a fellow (PGA) professional that warned me about Lynn's ego. Whether because of jealousy or a feeling of inferiority, I was told to be careful with our association. I laughed out loud and said, it ain't boasting if you know it and can teach it. All of which, Lynn Blake can do. It's funny that knowledge can be mistaken for ego. If you have truth and are willing to boldly share it with no reservation, I guess it's threatening to some. I was also told by another fellow (PGA) professional that I was a little too forward in the way I presented this information. Or, that it could be seen as a threat to others that didn't use the same system. To that, I offer no apology. If they meant I was getting a little too much like Lynn, I am grateful for the comparison and compliment. This conversation DID NOT involve Brian Manzella, so don't let any rumors get started. But, my final point is that anyone choosing to have a disagreement with Lynn Blake about TGM better have their ducks in a row. You better be prepared or you'll lose. Lynn is not a god without fault, but he is THE AUTHORITY of this subject matter.

[12 piece bucket]

I appreciate your two cents, but it is worth much more than that.
Additionally, with regard to one of the previous posts, I've know Lynn long enough to know that he's one of THE MOST intelligent men that I know. Those with which you select to surround yourself can either make you or break you. Lynn is one that I'm PROUD to have around me. I have been confronted by a fellow (PGA) professional that warned me about Lynn's ego. Whether because of jealousy or a feeling of inferiority, I was told to be careful with our association. I laughed out loud and said, it ain't boasting if you know it and can teach it. All of which, Lynn Blake can do. It's funny that knowledge can be mistaken for ego. If you have truth and are willing to boldly share it with no reservation, I guess it's threatening to some. I was also told by another fellow (PGA) professional that I was a little too forward in the way I presented this information. Or, that it could be seen as a threat to others that didn't use the same system. To that, I offer no apology. If they meant I was getting a little too much like Lynn, I am grateful for the comparison and compliment. This conversation DID NOT involve Brian Manzella, so don't let any rumors get started. But, my final point is that anyone choosing to have a disagreement with Lynn Blake about TGM better have their ducks in a row. You better be prepared or you'll lose. Lynn is not a god without fault, but he is THE AUTHORITY of this subject matter.

I agree with everything you said. Lynn is not only one of the smartest dudes, but one of the most generous.

How could anyone fault Lynn for knowing the Book better than anyone on the planet?

[Yoda]

Lynn is one that I'm PROUD to have around me. I have been confronted by a fellow (PGA) professional that warned me about Lynn's ego. It's funny that knowledge can be mistaken for ego.

I was also told by a fellow (PGA) professional that I was a little too forward in the way I presented this information. Or, that it could be seen as a threat to others that didn't use the same system. To that, I offer no apology.

Please see my response in Yoda's Corner: Still Fanatic (After All These Years). The column can be accessed from the Home Page or from its Forum under The 19th Hole or by clicking on http://www.lynnblakegolf.com/forum/s...ead.php?t=1834 . Further discussion on this subject should be in that thread.

[Yoda]

I received a Private Message this evening asking if the Right Forearm Takeaway was applicable to the Swinger. I replied in the affirmative with the caveat that the Swinger typically uses the Lagging Clubhead Takeaway (and 'Swings' the Club away) while the Hitter uses the Non-Lagging version (and 'Carries' the Club away).

As is frequently the case, my answers inspire more questions! This one was no exception, and I am posting his follow-up and my response in this forum.

Yoda,

Thank you for your reply. I did a search on "lagging clubhead takeaway," and read every post, but I'm not sure that I'm picturing it correctly. I also just watched your video in the Gallery that demonstrates hitting vs. swinging, but that clip focuses on the differences in the downswing.

Teach,

The Lagging and Non-Lagging Clubhead Takeaways are referenced in the as-yet-unpublished 7th edition. In the classic address, the Left Wrist is Bent and the Hands are already Leading the Clubhead as it is 'Swung' away from the Ball. Centrifugal Force is the primary driver of the action.

The Hitter, on the other hand, typically sets up with the Hands in Impact Location, and the Clubhead is now leading the Hands into the Backstroke. Hence, the term 'Non-lagging Clubhead.' However, even when the Hitter starts from the Classic Bent Left Wrist Address, he still uses the Right Elbow to actively raise the Left Arm and to Cock the Left Wrist. There is no 'Swinging' of Centrifugal Force involved...only the 'Carryback' Motion of muscular effort.