Joe Norwood: 3/4 backswing

[curtisj76]

Someone just posted a link about Joe Norwood and I read the following from it:

"Three-quarter Backswing
Most golfers over-swing in trying for distance. Norwood demands a three-quarter backswing, as the three-quarter swing will give the same distance as the long over-swing power stroke. Don Trahan did a study and verified the accuracy of this statement."

Not sure if that study is available but I'm wondering what others like Mandrin, Bmanz, Zick, etc think. (and of course the non-experts)

 

[EdStraker]

I find the optimum length for my backswing to be where my hands are at the farthest distance away from me

 

[Jared Willerson]

Not necessarily a 3/4 backswing, but just bending the right elbow to about 90 degrees can allow you to match up your turn with your lift a bit better and allow for more solidly struck shots.