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Old 08-03-2009, 07:31 AM
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From what I've read on the WWW, and viewed on You-Tube (search: Golf Biomechanics) it seems that ground forces are used to restrict the Feet, knees and Hips so that the Torso provides much of the Rotational motion necessary to provide Power/Speed. No axis tilt, X Factor, Shoulders lead the Hips post Impact.

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It also seems that none of the researchers have classic golf swing training and I doubt that any of them have heard of TGM. The researchers are soccer players.

There are a handful of very accomplished players you'll find under the Topic of Biomechanics, but it seems that they're being studied or have modified components to their Swing. Otherwise there aren't explanations of-what they're doing different than before or how they benefit.

The more I research the more it seems as if people study the Golf Swing to get their "Degree" in Biomechanics rather than actually contributing to Golf Mechanics. Most seem to be using Biometric Terminology to explain why some players can hit the ball farther than other players. What is obviously and painfully lacking is the mention of "Scoring". Golf is still about scoring, isn't it?

Another painfully obvious observation is the lack of any research methodology that can produce useful results. For example, some compare the Downstrokes of various Golfers to determine the point of maximum speed in the Downswing. The golfer with the Highest speed closer to the ball wins. Correlations between Shoulder Speed and Clubhead Speed are compared and the Winner of the test is said to have had a more optimal Shoulder turn. Garbage. But, collect your Diploma and get out of the way for the next class of Biomechanic Graduates.

Oh, and the new Term: NeuroMechanics and NeuroMechanic Reprogramming. I can't wait. Pass Universal Healthcare, then wait in line for "Neuromechanical reprogramming" before your next scheduled Tee-Time.

I guess that all of our golf swings fall under the Study of human motion and Biomechanics. I kind of get the feeling that we're all being reclassified and categorized "Biomechanics: Golf Swing" as opposed to "Biomechanics: Tennis Swing". So, I'm a "Biomechanical Golfer".

Bioengine must swing very different than those I've witnessed during my admittedly short investigation.

I wonder if his long TGM training and understanding of Golf Mechanics ("Geometry and Physics", or "Alignments and Work") have somehow adapted some of the Biometrics recommended motion to fit his own way of swinging?

Is there a Video of "BioEngine's" Swing we can study? Until I see that swing, for me anyway, further conversation about BioMechanics is a waste of time. "Show me the Money".

Last edited by Daryl : 08-03-2009 at 10:59 AM.
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