[JohnThomas1]

Martee has given some great advice there, and even with zero shift it might still solve your stated problems. With your build (short and stocky) and pivot problems and all a hitting stroke with it's Right Forearm Pickup action might just be the saviour. Certainly no excessive shoulder turn or lack of separation in that motion!! Yoda is on the move at the moment but is going to try to ease on a bit if he can.

John