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148. Summer Recap with Alex Andersen Aug 29, 2024

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I'm sitting down with special guest Alex Andersen to dive into an exciting summer recap. From golfing on picturesque courses to unforgettable family adventures, we cover it all!

Episode Highlights:

Golf Courses & Destinations:
- Idaho, Ohio, and Hawaii: Alex and I reminisce about some of the stunning golf courses we played over the summer. Tune in for insights on these locations and what made them memorable.
- The Creek Cup at Whistling Straits: I share some experiences from playing in this amazing event, including the challenges and highlights of the iconic Wisconsin course.
Family Adventures:
- European Trip: I recount taking my teenage son on an unforgettable European adventure, filled with new experiences and bonding moments.
- Taylor Swift Concert: A special highlight of our trip was seeing Taylor Swift perform live. Find out why this concert was a standout moment of our summer.
- Summer Camp in New York: I also discuss taking my daughter to a reunion summer camp experience in New York, and how much fun we had.
Golf Equipment Talk:
- Titleist GT Series Clubs: We delve into the importance of getting fitted for clubs and my experience with the new Titleist GT Series. Discover why custom fitting can make all the difference in your game.
Looking Ahead:
- Babecation: Alex shares her exciting future plans, including her upcoming Babecation. Find out what Alex has planned for this unique tournament.

Babecation

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147. 5 Keys to Staying Miserable on the Golf Course with The Par Train Dudes Aug 24, 2024

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What a fun episode we have today with Evan Singer and Matt Cermak from The Par Train podcast joining us. We are filling you in on 5 ways you can be miserable on the golf course – this is a must-listen!

Key Highlights:

Expecting what you do on the range to happen on the course. A warm-up is just that: a warm-up. Your best swing or putt is an outlier, not an average.
Trying to shoot your best score. When was the last time you actually shot your best score when you “tried” to shoot your best score? Don’t reinvent a past victory. Instead, recommit to earn a new victory. That is, don’t look at the finish line. Focus instead on the process—the journey—that will result in a win.
Trying to impress others. Since we’re only human, we can’t help but care what others think; but, when we let the opinions of others influence our performance on the golf course, we end up doing worse than if we just put aside that insecurity.
Assume you won’t make mistakes. Just because your last round was perfect doesn’t mean this round will be perfect. Golf is a game of recovery.
Don’t get too high, and don’t get too low. Take care not to rest on your laurels after every good shot and beat yourself up after every bad shot. If you get too high, you create unnecessary pressure on yourself come the next swing; and if you get too low, you gradually lose the confidence and motivation to go on.

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146. Unleash Your Mental Edge on the Golf Course with Kathy Hart Wood at the Dallas Shootout Aug 12, 2024

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“Just because your brain offers up a thought does not mean you have to think it.”

LPGA Teacher and Confidence Coach Kathy Hart Wood joins us live from the 2023 Dallas Shootout at Stonebriar Country Club to talk all about calibrating your mindset for peak golf performance!

Our brain generates a staggering number of thoughts every single day. There’s no escaping them. What does make a difference is how we choose to react to those thoughts.

Drawing from her own career, Kathy highlights how realigning our focus towards productive thoughts can help overcome fear and shame as a golfer. You'll gain practical advice on strengthening your mind for a round, including the art of setting positive intentions and eliminating negativity.

Next, we tackle the importance of managing your mental energy when faced with challenging holes. Kathy explains how focusing purely on controllable factors can lead to better performance. She discusses strategies to conserve mental energy, avoid worrying about external factors like weather or partner performance, and maintain a confident mindset before, during, and after a game.

Finally, Kathy touches on the importance of keeping a consistent pre-shot routine, as well as the secrets to keeping first-team jitters at bay and overcoming anxieties about your self-image while on the course.

About Kathy Hart Wood

Kathy Hart Wood is ranked as one of LPGA Teaching and Club Professional’s Top 50 LPGA Teachers. She is the creator of The Groove, a golf instruction membership site that offers a resource for golfers learning and improving in the game. Kathy is also a Confidence Coach who helps players overcome the mental obstacles that interfere with performance. She offers coaching in group workshops and individual formats. Kathy currently teaches at Fiddler’s Elbow Country Club in Bedminster, NJ.

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145. All About the Innovative GT Series with Titleist’s Stephanie Luttrell Aug 05, 2024

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I’m sitting down with Stephanie Luttrell, the visionary Director of Metalwood Product Development at Titleist. Listen in as she gives us a behind-the-scenes look at working with innovation and research teams to bring the latest GT Range to life.

Hear how the team at Titleist eases Tour players into the adoption of new driver technologies and how their feedback directly impacts final designs. Stephanie also shares her personal journey in the golf industry, fueled by her father's influence and her competitive spirit, and reveals her plans for an upcoming golf adventure in Scotland.

We also dive into the latest breakthroughs in fairway wood technology, from the revolutionary PMP material to the L-Cup Face design that optimizes ball speed and feel. We talk about the importance of regular fittings, especially for women golfers aged 40 to 60, to maintain peak performance.

About Stephanie Luttrell

For over seventeen years, Stephanie Luttrell has played a key role in innovating and elevating Titleist drivers, fairway metals, and hybrids. She currently serves as the Director of Titleist Metalwood Product Development, where she led efforts to bring TSi and TSR Metals to market. Stephanie has been credited with over 50 Patents/Applications related to golf club design and technology.

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144. (Distance Series) Deep Dive into Distance, The Stack, and Becoming a Scratch Golfer with Michael Leonard of Wicked Smart Golf Aug 01, 2024

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Michael Leonard from the Wicked Smart Podcast joins me once again to explain what he didn’t do to become a scratch golfer.

Referring to going scratch as “the six-pack of golf”, Michael says that there’s no faking the journey to hitting that magical zero handicap. It’s a rewarding place to be, and anyone who wants to get into the top 5% of players needs to have a sound strategy.

At the same time, there are commonly-accepted steps that one shouldn’t take to become a scratch golfer. Listen in as Michael dives deep into every one of these misconceptions, from the pitfalls of obsessing over mechanics, to routine and short swing misfires, to the silly mind games we play that do more harm than good out on the course.

And don’t miss the tail-end of our conversation, where Michael gives his thoughts on the difference between a scratch player and a true scratch player.

About Michael Leonard:

Michael Leonard is a professional writer who has been featured in Lifehacker, Addicted2Success, Rockstar Finance, Early to Rise, Thrive Global and more. In 2022, he launched the Wicked Smart Golf podcast and published the Wicked Smart Golf Book. In 2023, he launched Wicked Smart Golf Academy using his mental golf coaching and tournament knowledge to help golfers play better without swing changes. He also launched AZ Golf Wizard the same year to help locals and out-of-towners navigate AZ golf.

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143. Distance Series: WHAT to Use for Gaining Speed & Distance with the Stack System and Dr. Sasho MacKenzie Jul 29, 2024

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Today I’m speaking with Dr. Sasho MacKenzie, co-founder of The Stack System, an innovative training tool that applies principles from the world of track and field to improve your clubhead speed in an efficient and measurable way.

“I like to use the Stack to reinforce positive swing mechanics,” says Dr. MacKenzie.

Listen in as he explains how the The Stack System targets the force of the grip to measure swing speeds, and how its personalized app offers real-time feedback and actionable data to the user, making the program an indispensable training companion.

We then explore success stories and the transformative potential of The Stack System. With the top 5,000 users gaining an average of 12 miles per hour, and a recommended gain of 6-10 miles per hour from the 6-week foundation program, we discuss what golfers can expect from using the system over time.

In the same vein, Dr. MacKenzie also addresses the minority of users who may struggle with lack of control over their swing speed, particularly at max-level, offering advice and solutions for overcoming their limitations.

We then talk about how The Stack System can be applied in various training environments and climates. We focus especially on how it can be beneficial for female golfers looking to add aggression to their game.

Finally, Dr. MacKenzie and I discuss the program’s Stack Putting System and how its progressive training structure can help you minimize your putting biases over time, whether you’re struggling with speed or direction.

About The Stack System:

TheStack is a golf speed training system used to biohack your clubhead speed. It’s been used successfully by Tour players at all levels and hundreds of amateurs of all ages and abilities. TheStack was co-founded by biomechanist Dr. Sasho MacKenzie, the research practitioner behind the world’s top golf coaches, and Marty Jertson, a golf generalist, a PGA of America member, and a named inventor on over 125 patents in the golf industry.

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142. Distance Series: HOW to Get the Distance You Want with Lisa Longball Jul 22, 2024

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Justin Klemballa and I sit down with 8-time Canadian long-drive champion Lisa Longball. Together, we unpack the three primary mistakes stopping women from gaining more distance in their golf swing and how to fix them!

We also discuss Lisa's personal training schedule, why muscle memory is way more important than muscular strength, and the vital role of rest in achieving peak performance. We also explore the significance of tempo and having a mental routine alongside a physical one.

Lisa shares her insightful personal experiences as a world-class athlete, including her triumph of hitting the longest drive in women's golf history, and what she did to gain the highest swing speed she's ever achieved.

About the Guest:

Lisa Longball is an 8-time Canadian long drive national champion and has finished as high as 2nd in the world. She is an LDA Tour champion and Callaway Golf sponsored athlete. In addition to her competitive career, Lisa is a Golf Journalist for several publications including Inside Golf Magazine and has had her own column in Golf Digest Canada. Lisa also runs her own Golf School for Women both in Canada and the United States.

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141. Distance Series: HOW Do You Gain Distance with Andrew Hannon Jul 18, 2024

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Could your swing speed be holding you back? Join us for the second of our three-part distance series as Andrew Hannon and I uncover the essential steps to boosting your clubhead and ball speed.

We discuss why it’s crucial to work with a swing coach to create a technique plan and set baseline metrics like your smash factor. We also stress the importance of setting realistic goals and using radar tools or launch monitors, such as the PRGR, to track your progress. You’ll learn how integrating high-intensity practice sessions can push your limits and help enhance your speed.

Next, we talk training routines that can elevate your overall golf performance. Discover how to strategically blend gym workouts, short game practice, and speed training into your schedule for optimal results. We highlight the importance of balancing strength, mobility, and flexibility–and especially how these attributes impact female golfers.

Finally, we delve into various golf speed training techniques, starting with the "Three Strike Method" and a comprehensive 15-swing driver practice routine. You’ll understand the benefits of consistent, high-intensity practice on the range and how it translates to faster, more reliable swings on the course. We also explore the benefits of training barefoot to enhance foot and ankle mobility as championed by US Open winner Wyndham Clark.

Rounding things off, Andrew answers questions from our community, offering valuable advice to golfers at all levels!

About Andrew Hannon

Andrew is a golf fitness instructor who has coached multiple PGA and LPGA champions. He advocates for a holistic approach to health, emphasizing sustainable habits, nutrition, and a positive mindset. He’s a big believer in adapting the philosophy of better overall movement in individuals through mobility, flexibility and strength training. Andrew views health and fitness is not necessarily about looking ripped or toned year round with high intensity workouts, but about a lifestyle change through active habits, maintainable nutritional choices, and a healthy mind set of self-worth.

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140. Distance Series: WHY is Gaining Distance So Important with Lou Stagner Jul 11, 2024

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Could a mere 10 yards make all the difference in your golf game? Join us for the first of our three-part distance series as Lou Stagner and I discuss how gaining distance leads to lower scores! Drawing from 600 shots worth of data from the Arccos database, we break down real-world examples and insights showing the benefits of speed training and fitness programs aimed at boosting mobility and strength, giving you practical steps to add those vital extra yards.
Imagine improving your strokes gained off the tee simply by increasing your driving distance by 5% year over year. 94% of golfers have done just that, and we're here to bust the myth that more distance means fewer fairways hit. With data from PGA Tour players since 1983, we discuss how speed training can actually enhance your swing mechanics, leading to straighter and more efficient shots. Our conversation shifts the focus from accuracy to the importance of avoiding penalties, to take your course management to the next level!
Finally, Lou and I are talking custom-fitting and how homing in on your ideal club fit can improve your performance by leagues. From adjusting driver shafts to tweaking grip sizes, discover how minor changes can yield major improvements.
About Lou Stagner

Lou is a golf performance coach, the host of the “Hack It Out Golf” podcast, an assistant golf coach at Princeton, and the Data Insights Lead at Arccos Golf–the PGA Tour’s on-course tracking system of choice. A self-described “golf nut and data nerd,” Lou has become a thought leader in the golf data space by combining a lifelong passion for the game with his background as a business intelligence and analytics executive.
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139. From Local Greens to the LPGA Spotlight: 15 Year-Old, Ashley Shaw, is Just Getting Started Jul 01, 2024

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I’m sitting down with JGAA junior golfer Ashley Shaw and her mom, Sylvia, to look back on Ashley’s remarkable journey from local competitions to the LPGA Founders Cup!

Ashley recalls the moment she found herself leading the scoreboard during the tour, completely unaware of her live-scored triumph. Sylvia opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of caddying for her daughter, painting a picture of her unforgettable experience of watching Ashley claim her place among the pros.

We also take a closer look at what distinguishes professional golfers from amateurs, from course management to club selection. Ashley discusses her mental approach to handling pressure while Sylvia shares her newfound caddying insights and the unique pressures of different competitive formats.

Finally, Ashley gives us a look behind the curtain at her athletic upbringing, her multi-sport talents, and the tight-knit family dynamic that was (and still is) essential to her success. Meanwhile, Sylvia reflects on balancing sports with homeschooling and the rigorous planning required for junior golf events.

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