3 Signs Your Backswing Is Too Long

MyGolfSpy explains that a golf backswing becomes excessively long when extra motion forces a player to sacrifice control, grip, or balance to reach the top. Rather than relying on shaft parallel positions in photographs, golfers are encouraged to evaluate whether the end of their backswing creates unnecessary compensation before beginning the downswing.

The article outlines three specific warning signs: losing grip on the handle near the top, allowing the arms to fold after the torso stops turning, and swaying or tipping out of balance to manufacture length. The guide recommends testing shorter backswings with an 8-iron across multiple practice sessions to ensure repeatable contact without losing carry distance.