How to Fix Reverse Spine Angle in Your Golf Swing

Reverse spine angle is one of the most damaging swing flaws — both to your consistency and your body. If you’re leaning toward the target at the top of your backswing, you may be setting yourself up for slicing, mishits, and even lower back pain.

What Is Reverse Spine Angle?

This flaw occurs when your upper body tilts toward the target at the top of your swing. While it may feel powerful, it actually puts unnecessary stress on your spine and forces you to compensate during the downswing.

Why It’s a Problem

When your spine leans forward during the backswing, your body tries to correct it on the way down by hanging back. This often leads to:

• Slices
• Pulled shots
• Fat or thin contact
• Chronic back pain

How to Fix It

To correct reverse spine angle, you need to train proper rotation and spine stability. One of the most effective drills is crossing your arms over your chest and practicing your backswing posture with biofeedback.

Focus on rotating around your spine without tilting forward. Get a feel for keeping your upper body balanced and coiled — not leaning.

The Bottom Line

Fixing reverse spine angle will instantly improve your consistency and protect your lower back. Train with feedback and proper rotation mechanics, and you’ll see a huge difference in how you strike the ball — and how your body feels after a round.