Summary: Jim Hackenberg, the creator of the Orange Whip Trainer join’s us in this episode to give us the story behind his invention which has been named the #1 Golf Product in the world.<br> If you haven’t seen or heard about the Orange Whip Trainer, frankly, you must have been living under a rock. These things are everywhere, including in over 400 professional golfers bags across the globe.<br> In today’s episode, Jim shares how he came up with the idea for the Orange Whip, where the name came from, and how to use it.<br> Subscribe to the 18STRONG Podcast on iTunes and stitcher by clicking the button below:<br> <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/18strong-podcast-golf-golf/id918983997?mt=2&ls=1" target="_blank"></a> <a href="http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=53823&refid=stpr" target="_blank"></a><br> Jim Hackenberg and the Orange Whip’s Background<br> <br> * Jim grew up in North Dakota, but didn’t start playing golf until the age of 12 or 13.<br> * Once he started playing he was hooked.<br> * Jim played at Arizona State for a couple of years (at the same time as ole “Lefty,” Phil Mickelson) before finishing his college career at Oregon State.<br> * He played on the mini tours for quite a few years before going into teaching.<br> * While he was teaching, he was asked to caddy for a friend on the PGA, which is when the idea for the Orange Whip came to him.<br> <br> Highlights from this Episode<br> <br> * Jim tells us about the revelation he had about the golf swing and teaching his clients, and how this lead to the creation of the orange whip.<br> * After many tweaks and changes to the prototype, he finally figured out the right look and feel, and the Orange Whip was born.<br> * Jim and I discuss the importance of rhythm, tempo and balance in a golf swing.<br> * Jim walks us through his <a href="http://www.orangewhiptrainer.com/videos.php" target="_blank">3 main drills</a> for the Orange Whip:<br> <br> * Torso Twist<br> * Hinging Forearm Rotation Drill<br> * Full swing Drill<br> <br> <br> * Jim has learned quite a few new drills from other teachers that use the Orange Whip (including using the trainer as a high intensity or cardio alternative, you can see our video below . . .)<br> * Jim reveals where the name REALLY came from (HINT: it’s an 80’s movie with 2 guys in Black hats, Suits, and sunglasses. . .)<br> * We talk about all of the professional players that are using this tool and why it has become such a “Must Have” item.<br> <br> <br> CaddyShack or Happy Gilmore?<br> CaddyShack<br> Who would you like to spend a day on the course with?<br> Tom Watson<br> Ernest Jones: developed the ball on the end of a chain philosophy for golf<br> How to get an Orange Whip?<br> Just go to this link <a href="https://www.orangewhiptrainer.com/order.php?pc=18strong" target="_blank">“I want a Whip”</a> and you will get the 18STRONG discount.<br> **(If you do not see the discount at checkout, use the code “18STRONG“)**<br> What are you excited about in your near future?<br> Coming out with a new Orange Whip Putter<br> Where to Find Jim Hackenberg<br> <a href="http://www.orangewhiptrainer.com/index.php" target="_blank"><br><br> OrangeWhipTrainer.com</a><br> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Orange-Whip-Trainer-190075146092/?fref=ts" target="_blank">Orange Whip Trainer</a><br> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/OrangeWhipGolf" target="_blank">@OrangeWhipGolf</a><br> Other Links Mentioned<br> <a href="http://www.orangewhiptrainer.com/videos.php" target="_blank">All the Orange Whip videos</a><br> <br> Having Trouble Leaving a review from your iPhone or desktop?<br> <a href="http://18strong.com/iphonereview/" target="_blank">CLICK HERE to see how on your iPhone!</a><br> <a href="http://18strong."></a>
