Pelvis thrust @ IMP (Swing Analytics): What It Is & Why It Matters
In plain language, what does "Pelvis thrust @ IMP" mean on my monitor or export?
Forward displacement of Sportsbox pelvic trace toward target at IMP (impact)—what many reports shorten to Pelvis Thrust @ IMP. It encodes hips moving into the shot versus hanging back.
Units: inches
Why does this metric matter for ball flight, dispersion, or scoring?
Ties to low point control, compression, and how late you brace the lead side. Coaches pair thrust with torso side bend.
What usually makes this number look bad or noisy in real rounds?
Sliding without rotation can increase thrust numbers while costing face control—read next to pelvis turn and separation metrics.
What videos help explain this metric?
Each card opens the clip on YouTube; thumbnails come from YouTube’s preview images. For learning context only; not a substitute for in‑person coaching or medical advice.
Pelvis thrust @ IMP — Fixes that stop standing up and drifting off the ball
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Me and My Golf
Pelvis thrust @ IMP — Sequencing when you reduce excess sway or lift
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Titleist Tips
Pelvis thrust @ IMP — Rotation vs sliding: finding a balanced pattern
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Titleist Tips
What other metrics should I look at together with this one?
Hip rotation (pelvis turn), Sway gap (chest vs pelvis), Chest side bend (spine tilt)