It’s understandable to get frustrated by your game from time to time. But spending time complaining about what’s not working will prevent you from achieving the improvements you so badly desire. How you think and talk about your game has a big impact on how you play, so it’s important to make sure that most […]
What it means to really trust your swing
As I’ve been working with groups of golfers over the past several months in my new online golf school, How to Improve Your Consistency from Tee to Green, there’s been a lot of discussion around what it means to really trust your swing. Without trust, you can’t fully commit to a shot plan. Without trust, […]
The One Important Thing That Will Make a Difference in Your Next Round
Before heading out for your next round of golf, I want you to consider why you’re going out to play. What I mean is to think about what you hope to gain from the round. It’s important to make sure you’re setting your expectations on something you can actually deliver. A task you may be […]
4 Steps to Lower Your Handicap Before the End of the Year
One day your swing is great. The next day it seems to fall apart. Inconsistency is the number one complaint I hear from golfers, and can be the single biggest cause of diminished enjoyment. Those of you who are facing another hard northern winter and forced hiatus from golf would probably like to maximize the […]
To Practice or Not to Practice? That’s Not the Right Question
I’m stunned by how often the golfers who tell me they’re dissatisfied with their game are also the ones who tell me that they don’t spend much time practicing. There’s something wrong with this picture. To practice or not to practice? That’s not the right question if you want to play better golf. The right […]
How You Practice Will Impact How You Play
Practice has very little to do with hitting a lot of balls. The best way to approach practice is with the intention to advance your game physically, technically, mentally, emotionally and strategically. Each of these elements are essential to play great, therefore they must shape how you work on your game. How you practice will […]
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 […]
How to Be Motivated to Play Great Golf
What do you do when you just don’t feel like your heart is in the game? Do you know how to be motivated to play great golf? A professional golf client recently asked… Hey Shannon. I don’t know why, but I have zero motivation to be here this week. I just wanted to see what […]
Are You A Good Golfer
From time to time, I hear clients refer to other people as “good golfers,” but they don’t always apply the same label to themselves. What do you say when someone asks, “Are you a good golfer?” Your thoughts matter, and will determine your success. In the game of golf (and life), your thoughts drive your […]
When You Feel Like Your “A” Game Has Vanished
Have you ever had a poor warm-up, and in your disappointment thought to yourself, “Well, I guess I won’t be playing with my “A” game today.” And as a result of your lowered expectations your round is a less than joyous event? What do you do when you feel like your “A” game has vanished? […]
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