In response to the worldwide concern about COVID-19, I felt it was important to talk about how to conquer fear in golf and life. Fear can be insidious at times, pulling your confidence and common sense right out from under you. But fear itself isn’t something I want you to get lost in or feel […]
How to Neutralize Your Golf Fear So You Can Hit a Good Shot
Nothing is worse than stepping into a shot and feeling really uncomfortable over the ball. Hitting under these conditions usually leads to a poor shot. You can learn to neutralize your golf fear so you can hit a good shot using three simple steps. Your discomfort over any shot is due to some sort of […]
Golf Fear: Is it Your Friend or Foe
Hitting over a hazard… Standing on the tee looking down a tight fairway… Having the group behind hovering as you hit your next shot… Facing a short putt to avoid a big number on a hole… What scenarios cause your adrenalin to start pumping? Golf fear — Is it your friend or foe? If you […]
Celebrate More FREEDOM in Your Golf Game
Executing a free and fluid golf swing begins with a free and fluid mindset. One of my great newsletter subscribers recently expressed some challenges with short approach shots that demonstrate just how easily your thinking can short circuit your swing. “I decelerate on my shots of 30 yards and less, which results in chunking or […]
Overcoming Golf Nerves – Getting Your Butterflies to Fly in Formation
You are standing on the final hole with a 6 foot putt to win. Your palms are sweaty, you’re fielding a myriad of thoughts, your body feels jittery, and your stomach seems to have a pinball game going on inside it. Suddenly, a mostly enjoyable round has become a battle of the nerves. Whether you […]
There Are No Obstacles in Golf
Perhaps after reading that headline you are questioning how much I truly know about the game of golf. The truth is that there are no obstacles, unless you put them in your path. There are challenges in any sport, but how you choose to perceive them makes all the difference between success and failure. Think […]