Accomplish the next goal…affirmative!Attain the next win …absolutely!Be the best…definitely! Achieve! Achieve! Achieve! Sound familiar? This sport requires the “achiever-side” of our personality to be redirected. If not, we will become very good at achieving frustration. Establishing processed-focused goals are far more healthy for our development and enjoyment. For example, redefining achievement as: How well we utilize […]
Modified spinal twists like the one pictured above, will improve: Increases shoulder turn. Rotational power. Improved impact posture leading to more consistent ball contact. Injury prevention. Gently hold for 5-10 deep breaths and repeat on the other side. *Modify or avoid if there is an injury. Dodie Mazzuca is the author of “Seamless Golf,” “Golf […]
When we mistakenly assume we are our limited thoughts and beliefs, suffering is not far behind. 1. Thought: “I don’t like the tee-shot on this hole.”2. Desire: “I want to get it over with quickly.”3. Action: Grip pressure increases.4. Experience: The swing tempo is out of control.5. Impression: “There’s something wrong with my swing.”6. Embedded attitude/perspective: “I don’t trust my driver […]
“Most people havethe will to win,few have the willto prepare to win.”-Coach Bobby Knight* Chair throwing and tempers aside, focusing on preparation is key. The fiery drive to practice is vital to reach the next level in golf. This season, let’s skillfully prepare your game for your next breakthrough. Dodie Mazzuca is the author of “Seamless Golf,” “Golf Sūtras,” […]
“Future pain can and should be avoided.” (Inspired by Patañjali’s Yoga Sūtra II:16) Why do we judge our performance only on the score when we don’t have 100% control over the outcome? To clarify, we can control our efforts and intentions (internal), we can’t control the results (external). It’s our interpretation of our score that causes […]
18 Hole Practice Green Challenge: At the practice green, play 1 ball for 18 different practice holes; go through your full pre-shot and post-shot routine. Keep score. 2- putts for each hole is considered “par.” See how many under par you can be. Dodie Mazzuca is the author of “Seamless Golf,” “Golf Sūtras,” “Daily Golf […]
Playing a new course can be tricky when it comes to reading the slope of the greens. As you familiarize yourself with the greens, here are a few tips for basic green reading skills: Take in the information through your senses. How does the slope of the green look? If there was heavy rain, or water was […]
Effective green-side bunker play demands consistency. Depending on the external sand conditions, a motion that takes 1-2 inches of sand behind/before the ball will breed the most success. Some students may stare at an imaginary line or a grain of sand 1-2 inches behind the ball rather than staring at the ball. Envision “splashing” the sand and ball […]