“Shoulder turn” is one of the most misunderstood phrases in golf.

In this episode of The Golf Fitness Bomb Squad, Chris Finn breaks down what shoulder turn actually is—and what it isn’t—from a mobility, biomechanics, and clubhead speed perspective. Spoiler: what commentators call “shoulder turn” on TV usually has very little to do with the shoulders themselves.

You’ll learn:

Why most “shoulder turn” is really thoracic spine rotation, not shoulder motion
How limited T-spine rotation impacts clubhead speed, sequencing, and posture
The connection between poor thoracic mobility and low back pain
How insufficient rotation forces compensations like standing up, swaying, or sliding
What rotation benchmarks matter based on swing speed and age
Why hips and shoulders are prioritized first—and where the T-spine fits into the bigger picture

This is a practical, no-nonsense breakdown of one of the most overlooked contributors to both performance and pain in the golf swing—and why improving thoracic mobility can unlock speed faster than most golfers realize.

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Ep 212: What “Shoulder Turn” Really Means for Speed, Sequencing, and Your Back

The Golf Fitness Bomb Squad with Chris Finn

Ep 212: What “Shoulder Turn” Really Means for Speed, Sequencing, and Your Back