Fit For Golf

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#35 - Dr Rob Gray - The Science of a Swing Change Aug 10, 2022

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In this episode of the Fit For Golf Podcast. I am joined by Dr Rob Gray.
Rob is an expert in skill acquisition, which is how we learn and improve at things like hitting golf balls , kicking footballs, or tying our shoe laces. I was delighted to have him as a guest and ask him about the science behind swing changes, and how we can best set up our practice routines to make changes stick.
I hope you enjoy the podcast and please let me know if you have any feedback.
Just before we get started, a reminder that Fit For Golf has it’s own app. Golfers of all ages and all standards are making huge strides in their golf performance, fitness, and health. There are programs to suit everyone and there is an abundance of material to suit people working out at home or in the gym.
Visit www.fitforgolf.blog/app to find out more. You can get 20% off a 12 month subscription with the code FFGPOD.
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#34 - Mike Schofield - Rotational Power Expert Jun 08, 2022

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In this episode I am joined by Mike Schofield.
Mike did his masters degree research on power development in golfers and his Phd research on the biomechanics and physiology of elite track and field throwers, which has strong relevance for golf.
Mike used to be a very keen golfer, being part of the NZ golf panel as a junior and having a +3 handicap.
He also has experience in speed training for golf, having increased his own club head speed from 110 to 142mph, which we dig into!

Mike’s knowledge and experience is of the highest level and I hope you enjoy his insights.
Just before we get started, a reminder that Fit For Golf has it’s own app. Golfers of all ages and playing levels are making huge strides in their golf performance, fitness, and health. There are programs to suit everyone and there is an abundance of material to suit people working out at home or in the gym.
Visit www.fitforgolf.blog/app to find out more. You can get 20% off a 12 month subscription with the code FFGPOD.

#33 - Marty Jertson - Mastering Weather Conditions May 10, 2022

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In this episode of the Fit For Golf Podcast. I am joined by Marty Jertson.
Marty is the VP of fitting and performance for PING. He is also an exceptionally good golfer, having qualified for a number of major championships and PGA Tour events.
Marty is genuinely one of my favorite people to talk to, and one of the smartest I know. He has a hugely vast knowledge of a wide range of golf performance variables and has tried his best to implement them into his own game and help others with theirs.
In this episode we focus mainly on how conditions such as wind, moisture, and temperature affect our golf shots, and how we can improve our ability to factor them into our shot selection.
We also a dig a little bit into Marty’s playing career, and hear him talk about his major championship experiences.

Just before we get started, a reminder that Fit For Golf has it’s own app. Golfers of all ages and all standards are making huge strides in their golf performance, fitness, and health. There are programs to suit everyone and there is an abundance of material to suit people working out at home or in the gym.
Visit www.fitforgolf.blog/app to find out more. You can get 20% off a 12 month subscription with the code FFGPOD.

#32 - Dr Tyler Standifird - Biomechanics & Training For Speed May 02, 2022

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In this episode I am joined by Dr Tyler Standifird, a sports biomechanics PhD. Tyler works as the lead biomechanics researcher for SuperSpeed Golf.

Through the research in his lab Tyler has been trying to figure out how to help us increase club head speed.
He was also very involved in the recent changes to the SuperSpeed Golf Protocols.
If you are interested in club head speed, and speed training, I am sure you will enjoy this episode.

#31 - Martin Borgmeier - Long Drive Professional Apr 23, 2022

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Welcome to episode 31 of the Fit For Golf Podcast. I am joined by world long drive professional Martin Borgmeier.
In the past 5 years Martin has increased his club head speed from the mid 120’s to high 150’s, and set a ball speed world record of 231mph.
He has a very good understanding of the golf swing, physical training, and how to drive the golf ball further!
If you are interested in gaining speed and distance, you will like this episode.
Just before we get started, a reminder that Fit For Golf has it’s own app. Golfers of all ages and all standards are making huge strides in their golf performance, fitness, and health. There are programs to suit everyone and there is an abundance of material to suit people working out at home or in the gym.
Visit www.fitforgolf.blog/app to find out more. You can get 20% off a 12 month subscription with the code FFGPOD.

#30 - Ian Fraser - Equipment Expert Mar 24, 2022

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Welcome Back to the Fit For Golf Podcast.
In this episode I am joined by Ian Fraser of Tour Experience Golf, better known as TXG.
TXG has become very well known around the world for its expertise with golf equipment and fitting.
In this episode with Ian we talk about what amatuers need to know for getting the most out of their equipment and club fitting sessions.
I learned a lot from Ian in this episode and I hope you do too.

If you enjoy the episode please take a couple of seconds to leave a rating & review, and share with your golf buddies.

#29 - Dr. Keith Baar - Golfers & Tennis Elbow (Tendon Rehab) Feb 26, 2022

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In this episode I am joined by Dr. Keith Baar to talk about golfers and tennis elbow. Why do these injuries occur, and how can we rehab them? Dr. Baar is a world renowned tendon researcher and has an incredible amount of knowledge that he was kind enough to share.
Please note, I have provided video demonstrations of the exercises discussed in a blog post on my website www.fitforgolf.blog. Just go to the blog section of the website and click on the post labeled “Golfers and Tennis Elbow Rehab”.

Just before we get started, a reminder that Fit For Golf has it’s own app. Golfers of all ages and all standards are making huge strides in their golf performance, fitness, and health. There are programs to suit everyone and there is an abundance of material appropriate for people working out at home or in the gym.
Visit www.fitforgolf.blog/app to find out more. You can get 20% off a 12 month subscription with the code FFGPOD.
Note: The information in this podcast is not intended to replace professional medical advice.

#28 - Dr Sasho MacKenzie - Wrist angles & club head speed Jan 26, 2022

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Welcome back to the Fit For Golf Podcast. In this episode I am joined by Dr Sasho Mackenzie. Sasho is regarded by many as the world’s leading golf biomechanics researcher. He works as a consultant for many of the worlds top golf coaches and players. He also has an extensive background as a strength and conditioning coach and plays to a +2 hcp himself.
The main topic of discussion was how wrist angles in the golf swing influence club head speed. We also touched on hand speed, should golfers spend time isolating grip strength in their training, and how Overload & Overspeed training with The Stack System can play a role in improving your swing mechanics and club head speed.
Sasho was also the guest for episode 13 of this Podcast, and in both episodes he provided a wealth of information.
I hope you enjoy.
Just before we get started a quick reminder that FFG has it’s own app. It is currently being used by over 4500 golfers around the world, ranging all the way from PGA Tour winners, to high handicaps beginners, to juniors, and seniors.
There are programs to suit everyone and the detailed video instruction makes it very simple to follow. You can get a 20% off a one year subscription by entering the code FFGPOD
You will not find it in the app store just yet, you must go to the website www.fitforgolf.blog/app

#27 - Justin Parsons - Tour Coach Dec 08, 2021

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In this episode of the Fit For Golf Podcast I am joined by Justin Parsons.
Justin is a golf coach. His pupils include Louis Oosthuizen, Harris English, Brian Harmon, and Patton Kizzire.
As you can probably guess, Justin is a great golf coach, and he is very interested in how humans can train to perform better.
In this episode we dig into how Justin approaches golf improvement.
He provides many valuable nuggets along the way.
A quick reminder that Fit For Golf has its own App.
It is currently being used by over 4000 golfers around the world, ranging all the way from PGA Tour winners, to high handicaps beginners, to juniors, and seniors.
There are programs to suit everyone and the detailed video instruction makes it very simple to follow. You can get a 20% off a one year subscription by entering the code FFGPOD
You will not find it in the app store, you must go to the website www.fitforgolf.blog/app

#26 - Seamus Power - Thriving on the PGA Tour Nov 29, 2021

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In this episode of the Fit For Golf Podcast I am joined by PGA Tour Player Seamus Power. Seamus is currently on an upward trend that few golfers in the world can rival. At the beginning of 2021 he was ranked 434th in the world. Since then he has won his first PGA Tour event, picked up 5 top 10’s and climbed to 70th in the world rankings.
In this episode we discuss how his game has improved so much, and what he plans to do to get even better.
I got to know Seamus in May 2020 when we started working together on his physical training. He is a superb athlete, clearly a world class golfer, and an extremely nice guy. During our hour long conversation Seamus is very open in detailing how he has approached golf improvement.
While he is at a level that very few can relate to I think any keen golfer can learn from the lessons he shares.
A quick reminder that Fit For Golf has its own App.
It is currently being used by nearly 4000 golfers around the world, ranging all the way from PGA Tour winners, to high handicaps beginners, to juniors, and seniors.
There are programs to suit everyone and the detailed video instruction makes it very simple to follow. You can get a 20% off a one year subscription by entering the code FFGPOD
You will not find it in the app store, you must go to the website www.fitforgolf.blog/app
Lastly, there is a little bit of muffled audio in the 90 seconds of this episode as I reposition a microphone. My apologies! I hope you enjoy the episode, and please feel free to share your feedback!

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