Confidence in golf stems from the deep-seated belief in possessing the necessary skills and abilities for success. Conversely, optimism represents a broader philosophical outlook. It’s the belief that positive outcomes will result if necessary actions are taken. Both confidence and optimism are heavily influenced by past memories. Reflecting on successful shots can reinforce confidence while dwelling on past mistakes amplify doubt. Ruminating over […]
Technology such as launch monitors and golf simulators continue to make indoor practice more accessible. Precise data on swing metrics such as club speed, ball speed, launch angle, spin rate, and beyond allow for practice year-round regardless of outdoor conditions and darkness. Simulators are entertaining for the experience of playing on renowned courses and have a variety of […]
Have you ever played with someone who proclaimed after they finally made a putt, “Even a blind squirrel gets a nut”? No “blind squirrels” are needed here. Whether it’s golf, going to the gym, or building any healthy habit, incremental efforts may not seem impactful in the moment. However, over time, these tiny battles define our future success and perhaps even […]
Struggling to keep your left/lead arm “straight”? This may be a result of tight shoulders and tricep muscles in the left/lead arm. Try this simple golf-specific stretch to improve your backswing’s range of motion (pictured above). Begin in golf posture. Rotate the upper body to the backswing with your left/lead arm. Gently apply pressure with the […]
I highly recommend Adam Young’s book The Practice Manual. Here is a sample of one of his many influential quotes on perspective that inspire a new view of how to approach your game: “A majority of golfers…never experience their best golf, as they are too busy searching for something better. It is analogous to constantly […]
Questing for any new skill, especially golf improvement, requires practice between lessons. Here are four keys to expediting the growth process:1. Repetition Devote time to repeating the fundamentals you’ve been working on in lessons. Practice with purpose by concentrating on ONE ISSUE AT A TIME. 2. Feedback Seek accurate feedback from a trusted source such as a launch […]
Eliminate three-putts with this simple, but effective, putting warm-up routine/drill. No Target Drill Spend 5-15 minutes putting without a target. This drill is designed to improve feel and stance control (which is the leading culprit of three-putts.). While doing the warm-up/drill, watch the ball roll. Did the ball do what you expected? Are the greens […]
Developing the basics of the driver setup is key to starting the hole off on the right track. Here are a few checkpoints for a correct driver setup position to keep the ball on the fairway: Slightly wider stance. Ball position is off the left/front foot. Keep the shoulder plane square to the target. Finally, managing tension […]