Right Elbow Pit Setup → Better Backswing Instantly Most golfers set up their right arm incorrectly — and it makes the backswing much harder than it needs to be. 😬 In this reel, I show the most common mistake: the right elbow pit is positioned wrong, making it tough to fold the arm correctly and get a smooth takeaway. Then I show the correct position: bringing your right elbow slightly across the front of your body. This small tweak makes your backswing easier, cleaner, and more natural — and se