In this episode, Brian Bailie dives into mastering the fundamentals of the short game by breaking down the four key components he calls “runners”: hands, arms, torso, and hips. Working with an elite player, he was asked how he would teach the basics to a beginner, which inspired him to simplify his approach. Brian emphasizes the role of the hands and wrists, explaining how setting and extending the trail wrist controls shot trajectory and consistency, especially useful in challenging lies close to the green. Using a single, simple motion—set and extend—he demonstrates how to navigate tough, buried lies with reliable results, making this technique an essential building block for any golfer’s short game toolkit. If you’re finding these insights helpful, don’t forget to like and subscribe to support the growth of our community. Your engagement helps bring more content like this to GolfCask Nation, so join us and be the first to catch new episodes and tips!