The assumption that all skilled players can effortlessly transition into teaching roles is, quite frankly, a little skewed. As Tara Fox said, teaching requires a deep understanding of the student's unique needs and long-term goals. It's about developing a tailored approach to help them achieve their goals. A good golf…
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/short-game-tricks-tips-you-can-use-and-myths-to-avoid-with-jim-waldron--59266796 941. Summary: In this conversation, Jim Waldron and Fred Greene discuss various aspects of the short game in golf and dispel some common myths. They emphasize the need for solid contact and distance control in the short game, the role of pivot in generating power, the issue of…
It's easy to fall into the trap of thinking we need to know everything. But the truth is, it's more about learning from others, sharing insights, and using that knowledge to improve ourselves. Tara Fox emphasized that the mental aspect of golf is not just about improving the game. It's…
Paul Staley broke down the concept of fear and greed in golf. Fear, he explained, is the moment when your weight stays on your backside, indicating that you're already backing away from the shot before it's even completed. Greed, on the other hand, is when you're playing well, hitting it…
Mindset has quite the power in golf. Cary Valentine explains that every player enters a tournament with the intention of winning. It's not just about 'seeing how it goes', but rather utilizing every bit of ability and intention to elevate the game. By tapping into our mental strength and setting…
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-single-pivot-swing-in-detail-with-tony-manzoni-rip--59212125 GS#254 Oct 26,2010 Tony Manzoni (RIP) returned for his second appearance on Golf Smarter by popular demand to provide details on his "Single Pivot Swing" which he believes was Ben Hogan's secret that was never revealed. A PGA instructor since 1965, Tony spent years studying Hogan's swing and…
Caddies have the responsibility of providing clarity for the player. The information they give is received by the left brain of the player, as Dr. Don Greene asserts. The golfer must then convert this to the language of the right brain – the image of the shot, the feel of…
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/golf-smarter-royal-adventure-invitation--59142286 https://tmigolf.com/golfsmarter Golf Smarter is very excited to invite you to an exclusive golf adventure to Northern Ireland. July 2-9, 2024. We're going to play five rounds together, including the site of the 2025 Open Championship, Royal Portrush. We've also secured times at the oldest course in Ireland, Royal…
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/miracles-happen-on-the-course-using-grounded-golf-with-author-tara-fox--59142043 940: Summary In this episode, Tara Fox discusses her book 'Grounded Golf' and the importance of the mental game in golf. She shares her journey as a golf instructor and how she transitioned from being a player to teaching the game. The conversation covers topics such as the…
Dr. Don Greene emphasized that golf, at its core, is a game of mental toughness. It's not just about the precision of your swing or the power behind your drive. It's about the resilience to play in adverse conditions, the mental fortitude to kick your ball into the rough and…
Many golfers step onto the course, expecting to immediately master complex techniques. But golf, like any other sport, has a natural progression of learning. Jeff Ritter said it best - the more you can simplify complex tasks and make them seem doable, the more fun you'll have, and the faster…
Not everyone will make it to Division I golf or the PGA Tour. Yet, guest Henry Stetina assures that even when the primary dream doesn't pan out, there's still a wealth of opportunity in the golf industry. It's a refreshing perspective that reminds us that even in the face of…
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-single-pivot-swing-ben-hogan-s-secret-revealed-with-tony-manzoni-rip--59118048 GS#251 This is our initial introduction to the late Tony Manzoni from episode 251 published in October, 2010. It’s also the first weekly episode from our archives we call Mulligans that is now featured on Golf Smarter every Friday. Tony developed the Single Pivot Swing after extensively studying…
With golf, it's about focusing on oneself, not about the competition. It's not your score against their score. And if you're overly concerned about what the other player is doing, Dr. David Spiegel says you're disconnecting yourself from what truly matters - the synergy between you and your body. This…
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-best-players-in-the-world-also-make-unforced-mental-mistakes-featuring-dr-don-greene--59104936 939: Dr. Don Greene, a sports psychologist, shares his background in competitive diving and how he transitioned to working with golfers and performing artists. Dr. Greene also discusses his experience working with PGA players and the impact of mental toughness in golf. He highlights the need for perspective…
The golf course can often feel like a battlefield, where the stakes are high and a single misstep can land you in the rough or worse, in a lake. But Dr. David Spiegel offers a different take. Golf is less about where the ball ends up and more about the…
Preparation is a crucial part of the game, often overlooked in favor of focusing solely on swing technique or power. But as Dr. Joe Parent highlighted, preparation is so much more than just a physical routine. It's a mental process, where visualizing the perfect shot, focusing on your breathing, and…
When you're standing at the tee, your mind can be your greatest ally or your biggest enemy. But, by practicing mindfulness, you can learn to stay in the moment, blocking out the noise and focusing solely on the shot at hand. For Ben Kline, this isn't just about improving your…
In our fast-paced, anxiety-ridden world, mindfulness has emerged as a powerful tool for managing stress and fostering a sense of calm. It's a practice that transcends the boundaries of our personal and professional lives and has found a unique application in the game of golf. As mentioned by Ben Kline,…
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/exclusive-camilo-villegas-aaron-rai-and-cary-valentine-on-how-pros-overcome-adversity--58951525 938: Cary Valentine returns with more interviews he conducted for Golf Smarter at this year’s Sony Open in Hawaii. Cary shares his experiences interviewing professional golfers and discusses the barriers he faced this year. The conversation then transitions to the interviews with Aaron Rye and Camilo Villegas. Cary…
Creating a golf simulator in a space-limited room might seem like a formidable challenge. But Bill Bales and his team have proved that it's not an insurmountable task. Adjusting the length of the golf clubs can be a game-changer. Your swing remains the same, but by shortening the club, you…
It's easy to find ourselves trapped in a cycle of second-guessing every move. What if, instead of fixating on fixing, we embraced self-discovery, self-coaching, becoming our own best coach? Dr. Glen Albaugh said that to truly unlock our potential, we might just need to coach ourselves a little differently. This…
Playing golf is not just about scoring the lowest, it's about entering each tournament to win. For Cary Valentine, it's not about the certainty of victory, but rather about embracing the possibility of it. This approach brings golfers closer to their dream of playing better, of achieving more. Play not…
Golf is an intriguing mirror of our inner world. Martin Wells pointed out that it's one of the rare sports where the thoughts that flit through our minds, the self-narratives we construct, have a direct impact on our performance. This isn't just about the technicalities of the game, but rather,…