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Originally Posted by lagster
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hcw,
Yes, the action of the right arm, is what keeps the left arm stretched and extended, or "straight." In SWINGING, the left arm is like a rope. In HITTING, the left arm is more like an ax handle, but ideally there should still be Extensor Action present.
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This is correct in the context of Homer's recommendations, but limits the player to a large pulley stroke. Small pulley players such as Howell, Couples, and Mickelson do not use extensor action, but have relaxed trail sides to allow the narrow downswing.