A student recently proclaimed during their lesson, “I’m so jealous of my own practice swing!” We have all been there. Many golfers make the perfect motion during the rehearsal swing, and then the ball sabotages everything. Why does our practice swing often feel better than our actual swing?: -Non-attachment to outcome. There’s no objective/measurable result for the practice swing, leaving no […]
When instructed to NOT think of pink elephants, this is the image that immediately pops into my head. In the pre-shot routine, we can accidentally tell ourselves NOT to do something. For example, “Don’t hit it into the lake.”Guess which image appears in our head?Yep, the lake. Guess where the ball goes?Yep, the lake.If we are going […]
During practice, hit 14 drivers with the belief that you are the best player in the world. By harnessing this “inner invincibility,” how does it change your swing mechanics and experience of the shot? Dodie Mazzuca is the author of “Seamless Golf,” “Golf Sūtras,” “Daily Golf Tap-Ins,” and is the founder of Golf PROformance. She teaches […]
“The arrow that hits the bullseye is a result of 1,000 misses.” -Zen Proverb Rumor has it, Seve Ballesteros was asked about his four-putt during a post-round tournament interview. He responded by saying, “I miss, I miss, I miss, I make.” Although the fiery Spaniard was known for his short game prowess, even the best miss their targets occasionally. Ironically, the […]
“In polishing our faculties for crystal clear awareness, the mind learns to focus on any subject free of distractions. . .NOTHING SEEMS IMPOSSIBLE, OUT OF REACH, OR INCOMPREHENSIBLE.” -Bhāvani Maki Imagine this crystal clear mindset over a golf shot? Anything is possible. Dodie Mazzuca is the author of “Seamless Golf,” “Golf Sūtras,” “Daily Golf Tap-Ins,” and […]
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 […]
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,” […]