The Sweet Spot - Golf Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Managing Expectations Series: Approach Shots w/ Lou Stagner Feb 28, 2022

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We're excited to continue our managing expectations series with stats guru Lou Stagner. In this episode, we discuss approach play. Lou shares some of his most interesting stats from pro golf and the amateur game that will get you thinking differently about reasonable expectations. Also, you'll learn more about the proper strategy and ideas on how to practice more effectively.

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How to Alter Your Practice Throughout the Season Feb 14, 2022

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How should you change your practice methods based on the time of year? This episode explores how to adjust your preparation for the off-season, early, mid, and late-season periods.

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Equipment Education Series: Wedge Fitting w/ Woody Lashen Jan 31, 2022

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We're excited to continue our equipment education series with one of the top clubfitters in the industry - Woody Lashen from Pete's Golf (www.petesgolf.com). In this episode, we discuss everything that goes into a wedge fitting.

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Building Positive Habits In Your Golf Game Jan 17, 2022

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This episode explores ideas for positive habits you can add to your golf game on and off the course. We hope listeners will take some of these to heart and think of others they can add!

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Quick Fixes, Band-Aids, and Compensations Jan 04, 2022

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This episode explores some of the differences between short-term changes you can make in your game. Some of them can be positive and can have long-lasting benefits. Conversely, others only provide temporary band-aids, and the deeper issue is not resolved.

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How To Get the Most From Swing Lessons - Shauheen Nakhjavani Interview Dec 21, 2021

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Renowned swing coach Shauheen Nakhjavani joins the show to share his insights on how to get the most out of taking lessons. Some topics we discuss:

How much time you should set aside and your commitment level.
How to find a swing coach.
What are reasonable expectations for both sides of the relationship?
How goals can change based on the player's skill level.
How long should you wait to see results, and if it makes sense to change coaches?

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What Does It Take to Become a Scratch Golfer? Part 2 Dec 14, 2021

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Becoming a scratch golfer is an elusive and often misunderstood milestone for many players. This series tries to demystify what it takes to get your handicap down to zero. Or should you even pursue it in the first place? In this two-part series, we discuss topics like:

How much time it might require
Will it even make you happier?
What does scratch golf look like from a statistical perspective
Your mindset on the course
Impact requirements

Thanks to our show sponsor, The Indoor Golf Shop, you can find them at www.shopindoorgolf.com for all of your home golf simulator needs.

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What Does It Take to Become a Scratch Golfer? Part 1 Dec 07, 2021

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How much time it might require
Will it even make you happier?
What does scratch golf look like from a statistical perspective
Your mindset on the course
Impact requirements

Thanks to our show sponsor, The Indoor Golf Shop, you can find them at www.shopindoorgolf.com for all of your home golf simulator needs.

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How To Practice Effectively With Launch Monitors Nov 23, 2021

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In this episode, we discuss how to practice with launch monitors of all different price levels. Whether you have a basic model like the PRGR or a Foresight GCQuad, we're including tips on making your practice sessions more effective! Here are links to reviews on some of the models we discussed, along with special pricing offers for Sweet Spot listeners:

PRGR Launch Monitor Review I Purchase Link

Swing Caddie SC200+ Review I Purchase Link (Black Friday Offer)

Swing Caddie SC300 Review I Purchase Link (Black Friday Offer)

Rapsodo MLM Review I Purchase Link

Thanks to our show sponsor, The Indoor Golf Shop, you can find them at www.shopindoorgolf.com for all of your home golf simulator needs.

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Equipment Education Series: Iron Fitting with Woody Lashen Nov 16, 2021

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