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The Par Train - Helping Frustrated Golfers #EnjoyTheRide

The Par Train - Helping Frustrated Golfers #EnjoyTheRide

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Ep 441#441: How Important Are Fitness and Nutrition for Golfers, Really?

As the new year approaches, Matt Myers — Evan’s fitness and nutrition coach from Nerd Fitness, hops aboard the train to help the passengers explore the side of golf most players avoid — their health.What's most important: Fitness or nutrition?Where are most golfers getting this wrong?Before a round, what actually matters most — sleep, what you eat, or how you warm up?Together, Evan and Matt dig into what truly matters for long-term health, better energy on the course, and playing golf for decades — not just a season.New Gear Alert!Our friends are Rhoback just dropped the greatest shirt jackets and stretch, warm button downs in the game. Ev can't stop wearing them. Also, want to surprise your favorite lady in your life (or yourself!) with the best new legging and top sets in the game? Our friends at Rhoback just nailed this new line with vibrant colors and perfect fitting cuts. So much so that Ev's wife RETURNED HER VUORI sets! Tap this link for 20% to auto apply in your cart!Want one-on-one coaching from Ev in 2026?Golf game off the rails? See if you're a good fit for 1-on-1 coaching with Ev in 2026. Ev has helped hundreds of podcast listeners over the years go from 15 handicaps to 8s, 9s to 3s, and 8s to 1s! Tap this link and fill out the form to see if you'd qualify for Evan's coaching program!If you like the podcast, you'll love our youtube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard!We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Dec 28, 20251h 6m

Ep 440#440: Before You Set Your 2026 Golf Goals, Don’t Repeat These 2025 Mistakes

Ev and Cerm hop aboard another end-of-year goals podcast, but don't just look ahead to 2026, they face the music about what they got wrong in 2025. If you want to play the best golf of your life in 2026, this podcast is for you. Happy holidays to all of the passengers out there!New Secret Weapon for the Golf Course:Want a little boost to stay calm and collected on the golf course? Mojo Country Club gummies have time-released caffeine, lion's mane, kanna and other goodness to help you play within yourself. The first time Ev tried them he made his hole-in-one, so... Go to mojocountryclub.com and enter the code TRAIN for 20% off.Want one-on-one coaching from Ev in 2026?Golf game off the rails? See if you're a good fit for 1-on-1 coaching with Ev in 2026. Ev has helped hundreds of podcast listeners over the years go from 15 handicaps to 8s, 9s to 3s, and 8s to 1s! Tap this link and fill out the form to see if you'd qualify for Evan's coaching program!If you like the podcast, you'll love our youtube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard!We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Dec 21, 202544 min

Ep 439#439: Chipping Away - The Round That Changed Everything

Ev and Cerm hop aboard an emergency pod after Ev's most important round (maybe ever). He went with his own, natural swing. He rolled it inside. He played like an athlete. And something changed... forever. If you're an overthinking, a tinkerer, struggling right now or just want to feel fired up after listening to a game changing round... this ep is for you!New Secret Weapon for the Golf Course:Want a little boost to stay calm and collected on the golf course? Mojo Country Club gummies have time-released caffeine, lion's mane, kanna and other goodness to help you play within yourself. The first time Ev tried them he made his hole-in-one, so... Go to mojocountryclub.com and enter the code TRAIN for 20% off.Launch Monitor for Every Golfer:Ev recently learned something crazy from his sessions with his Rapsodo MLM2Pro. Every first 10 swings are 7-10 yards shorter than once his body is warm. And yet most of us tee off without warming up! If you want to learn more aha moments and patterns about your own game, tap this link and enter the code TRAIN for a free dozen RTP golf balls ($70 value). If you like the podcast, you'll love our youtube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard!We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Dec 14, 202552 min

Ep 438#438: In Case You Missed It - November 2025 Recap of The Par Train Podcast

Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month prior? Monthly recaps is for you! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 8-10 minute clip of every episode from November.Here are the episodes from November:#430 - Replay Rate - A World Series MVP Mindset with David Freese#432 - Chipping Away - The Tinker Trap#433 - This One Though Exercise Makes it 10x Easier to Break 100, 90, 80, 70, #434 - Origin Stories - Going Back to Where Your Love of the Game Began (The Matt Cermak Story)#435 - Origin Stories - Going Back to Where Your Love of the Game Began (The Evan Singer Story)New Secret Weapon for the Golf Course:Want a little boost to stay calm and collected on the golf course? Mojo Country Club gummies have time-released caffeine, lion's mane, kanna and other goodness to help you play within yourself. The first time Ev tried them he made his hole-in-one, so... Go to mojocountryclub.com and enter the code TRAIN for 20% off.We hope this episode helps you #EnjoyTheRide! ★ Support this podcast ★

Dec 14, 202545 min

Ep 437#437: LFG - THE SCIENCE OF OVERTHINKING

Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A popular short-form series compiling bite sized insights to lift you up and challenge your thinking on the way to your next round. Hope this helps you enjoy the ride!If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops!As always, thanks for hopping aboard! ★ Support this podcast ★

Dec 8, 20255 min

Ep 436#436: A Pebble Beach Winning Formula - Taking Ownership Without Taking It Personally

Fresh off her win at the 2025 TaylorMade Pebble Beach Invitational, Mina Harigae returns to the Par Train to share one of the most relatable journeys in golf. She’s lived it all: losing her LPGA Tour card, rebuilding her belief, nearly winning the U.S. Women’s Open, feeling the weight of expectations at Pebble… and finally breaking through on her home turf. Mina breaks down the exact mindsets and habits that took her from her lowest point to the best golf of her life, including:What she changed after losing her tour card that instantly made the game feel lighterHow to let go of expectations so you can actually perform when it mattersThe mentality she used to nearly win a U.S. Open — and why it workedWhat went wrong at Pebble the next year and how she bounced backThe simple, daily habits that created her 2025 breakthroughThe mindset shift every golfer needs to make 2026 their best year yetIf you’ve ever felt stuck, scared, frustrated, or unsure of your game, this ride is your roadmap back.Launch Monitor for Every Golfer:Ev recently learned something crazy from his sessions with his Rapsodo MLM2Pro. Every first 10 swings are 7-10 yards shorter than once his body is warm. And yet most of us tee off without warming up! If you want to learn more aha moments and patterns about your own game, tap this link and enter the code TRAIN for a free dozen RTP golf balls ($70 value). Want one-on-one help with your game?Get one-on-one mental coaching from Ev here!If you like the podcast, you'll love our youtube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard!We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Dec 7, 20251h 5m

Ep 435435: Origin Stories - Going Back to Where Your Love of the Game Began (The Evan Singer Story)

Ev and Cerm are back aboard for episode 2 of our new mini-series, Origin Stories, where we dive into the backstories that shaped our love for this beautiful, crazy game. This week, it’s all about Ev.You’ll hear:What it was like growing up a golf nut… while not letting himself touch a clubThe thing he did early on that helped him break 80 in four years — and why he doesn’t do it todayHis first golf memoryThe greatest golf moment he’s been chasing for the last decadeHis lowest pointTop 5 favorite courses he’s playedFavorite golfer growing up (and least favorite)This is one of the most fun conversations Ev and Cerm have had in nine years — and a powerful invitation for you to revisit your own origin story, reconnect with your why, and fall back in love with the game all over again. New Secret Weapon for the Golf Course:Want a little boost to stay calm and collected on the golf course? Mojo Country Club gummies have time-released caffeine, lion's mane, kanna and other goodness to help you play within yourself. The first time Ev tried them he made his hole-in-one, so... Go to mojocountryclub.com and enter the code TRAIN for 20% off.New Gear Alert!Our friends are Rhoback just dropped the greatest shirt jackets and stretch, warm button downs in the game. Ev can't stop wearing them. Also, want to surprise your favorite lady in your life (or yourself!) with the best new legging and top sets in the game? Our friends at Rhoback just nailed this new line with vibrant colors and perfect fitting cuts. So much so that Ev's wife RETURNED HER VUORI sets! Tap this link for 20% to auto apply in your cart!If you like the podcast, you'll love our youtube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard!We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Nov 30, 20251h 12m

Ep 434#434: Origin Stories - Going Back to Where Your Love of the Game Began (The Matt Cermak Story)

Ev and Cerm hop aboard a special new mini series called Origin Stories where they deep dive into each other's backstory with this beautiful, crazy game. This week is all about Cerm. What it was like growing up in a family with 3 brothers, all of which got D1 college scholarships. What does he regret? How did he get introduced to the game? What was his greatest golf memory? Low point? What does he wish he still did today that he did back then? Top 5 favorite courses he's ever played, favorite pro golfer growing up, least favorite golfer, etc. This episode is one of the most fun episodes Ev and Cerm have recorded in 9 years and should be a great thought exercise for you to recapture your why, rediscover the love of the game if you've lost it, and so much more. Feel Better Hack:Want to get your health and energy back on track? Balance of Nature’s Whole Health System supplements include 47 ingredients of fruits, vegetables, spices, and fibers. Go to Balanceofnature.com and use TRAIN to get 35% off your first order as a preferred customer, PLUS get a free bottle of Fiber and Spice.New Shoes Alert!Want the most comfortable golf shoe I've ever worn? Tap this link and enter code TRAIN20 for 20% off The TRUE Linkswear true lux maven 2's (or any shoe/pants/sweatshirt you want!).If you like the podcast, you'll love our youtube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard!We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Nov 23, 20251h 13m

Ep 433#433: This One Thought Exercise Makes it 10x Easier to Break 100, 90, 80, 70

Jhared Hack, pro golfer, hops aboard the Train for a second time to help us unpack how he's playing the best golf of his life (and he's shot a 57 and a 60 before in the matter of two weeks). He challenged us to think differently about every golf shot with a simple question. If you want to break 100, 90, 80, 70 more often or even for the first time, this episode is for you.New Secret Weapon for the Golf Course:Want a little boost to stay calm and collected on the golf course? Mojo Country Club gummies have time-released caffeine, lion's mane, kanna and other goodness to help you play within yourself. The first time Ev tried them he made his hole-in-one, so... Go to mojocountryclub.com and enter the code TRAIN for 20% off.New Gear Alert!Our friends are Rhoback just dropped the greatest shirt jackets and stretch, warm button downs in the game. Ev can't stop wearing them. Also, want to surprise your favorite lady in your life (or yourself!) with the best new legging and top sets in the game? Our friends at Rhoback just nailed this new line with vibrant colors and perfect fitting cuts. So much so that Ev's wife RETURNED HER VUORI sets! Tap this link for 20% to auto apply in your cart!If you like the podcast, you'll love our youtube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard!We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Nov 16, 20251h 1m

Ep 432#432: Chipping Away - The Tinker Trap

Ev and Cerm hop aboard a hilarious Train where they unpack the end of the year learnings, recent struggles, aha moments, and bonehead mistakes that all lead to one main question -- is tinkering a trap? Are we getting better or just messing around. If you're thinking about what you need to work on going into the offseason, this episode is for you. Feel Better Hack:Want to get your health and energy back on track? Balance of Nature’s Whole Health System supplements include 47 ingredients of fruits, vegetables, spices, and fibers. Go to Balanceofnature.com and use TRAIN to get 35% off your first order as a preferred customer, PLUS get a free bottle of Fiber and Spice.New Gear Alert!Our friends are Rhoback just dropped the greatest shirt jackets and stretch, warm button downs in the game. Ev can't stop wearing them. Also, want to surprise your favorite lady in your life (or yourself!) with the best new legging and top sets in the game? Our friends at Rhoback just nailed this new line with vibrant colors and perfect fitting cuts. So much so that Ev's wife RETURNED HER VUORI sets! Tap this link for 20% to auto apply in your cart! If you like the podcast, you'll love our youtube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard!We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Nov 8, 202556 min

Ep 431#431: In Case You Missed It - October 2025 Recap of The Par Train Podcast

Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month prior? Monthly recaps is for you! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 8-10 minute clip of every episode from October.Here are the episodes from October:#424 - Why Goal Setting is Getting In Your Way (According to a +5 Handicap)#426 - The Untold Theory Why Golfers Aren't Getting Better#427 - Replay Rate - How to Make Every Putt with Dr. Joe Parent of Zen Golf#428 - The Game-Changing Hacks from 3 Straight Club ChampionshipsWant to elevate your wardrobe off the course with button-downs that feel like a sweatshirt? Tap this link for 20% off the new outerwear by Rhoback Activewear, along with the best hoodies, q-zips and pants in the game. We hope this episode helps you #EnjoyTheRide! ★ Support this podcast ★

Nov 8, 202533 min

Ep 430#430: Replay Rate - A World Series MVP Mindset with David Freese

In honor of the 2025 World Series ending in dramatic fashion last night, Ev wanted to bring back his favorite interview of all time. Hometown hero, 2011 World Series MVP, and now golfer... David Freese. David hops aboard the Train to talk about the parallels between being down in the count with 2 strikes and the series on the line and staring down a narrow fairway, the importance of having comfort in discomfort, how he reset when he started playing tentative, the importance of staying calm and aggressive, what Mike Trout and Albert Pujols do different than the rest, and so much more. Launch Monitor for Every Golfer: Ev recently learned something crazy from his sessions with his Rapsodo MLM2Pro. Every first 10 swings are 7-10 yards shorter than once his body is warm. And yet most of us tee off without warming up! If you want to learn more aha moments and patterns about your own game, tap this link and enter the code TRAIN for a free dozen RTP golf balls ($70 value). New Gear Alert!Our friends are Rhoback just dropped the greatest shirt jackets and stretch, warm button downs in the game. Ev can't stop wearing them. Also, want to surprise your favorite lady in your life (or yourself!) with the best new legging and top sets in the game? Our friends at Rhoback just nailed this new line with vibrant colors and perfect fitting cuts. So much so that Ev's wife RETURNED HER VUORI sets! Tap this link for 20% to auto apply in your cart! If you like the podcast, you'll love our youtube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard!We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Nov 2, 202559 min

Ep 429#429: LFG - EVERY GOLFER'S DREAM

Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A popular short-form series compiling short form insights to lift you up and challenge your thinking on the way to your next round. Hope this helps you enjoy the ride!If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops!As always, thanks for hopping aboard! ★ Support this podcast ★

Nov 2, 20255 min

Ep 428#428: The Game-Changing Hacks from 3 Straight Club Championships

Gary Wheeler, long-time passenger on the Train, sent Ev a message about how nervous he was for the chance to win his 3rd straight club championship. He had no idea where the ball was going, and didn't know what to do. Ev sent him a podcast to listen to about "wanting it too much" and to use his "lack of form" as permission to remove expectations. Gary ended up WINNING his 3rd straight senior club championship. Before listening to the Par Train, he never won anything. Now he's won 3 club championships and a member member! If you want to play better golf when it matters most, this podcast is for you. Feel Better Hack:Want to get your health and energy back on track? Balance of Nature’s Whole Health System supplements include 47 ingredients of fruits, vegetables, spices, and fibers. Go to Balanceofnature.com and use TRAIN to get 35% off your first order as a preferred customer, PLUS get a free bottle of Fiber and Spice.New Shoes Alert!Want the most comfortable golf shoe I've ever worn? Tap this link and enter code TRAIN20 for 20% off The TRUE Linkswear true lux maven 2's (or any shoe/pants/sweatshirt you want!). If you like the podcast, you'll love our youtube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard!We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Oct 26, 20251h 11m

Ep 427#427: Replay Rate - How to Make Every Putt with Dr. Joe Parent of Zen Golf

Welcome to another episode of the Replay Rate mini series where we take our most popular episodes from years ago and bump them to the top of the podcast feed because who doesn't need a good refresher? Dr. Joe Parent (@drjoeparent | www.zengolf.com), best-selling author of Zen Golf hops aboard the Train for his second time by popular demand. But this time, doc is here to help you with your putting. Want to take off the pressure on the greens? Want to get out of your own way and stop 3 putting? This episode is for you.New Gear Alert!Want to surprise your favorite lady in your life (which includes yourself) the best new legging and top sets in the game? Our friends at Rhoback just nailed this new line with vibrant colors and perfect fitting cuts. So much so that my wife RETURNED HER VUORI sets! Tap this link for 20% to auto apply in your cart! Also, don't snooze on the new USA collection that just dropped before the 2025 Ryder Cup next week!Want one-on-one help with your game?Get one-on-one mental coaching from Ev here!If you like the podcast, you'll love our youtube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard!We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Oct 19, 202543 min

Ep 426#426: The Untold Theory Why Golfers Aren't Getting Better

Ev recently played a round with a better takeaway (less inside), the positions were hitting the marks, and the ball striking was worse than ever. And then Ev had an epiphany—a new theory as to why, when golfers make positive changes in their swing, it never sticks. To unpack and pressure test this theory, Ev asked Keith Bennett, top 100 golf coach and +2 handicap, to hop aboard the podcast for a second time and talk this out. They also do a deep dive on WHY an inside takeaway can be so damaging. If you've ever changed your swing but struggled to get better, and/or fought an inside takeaway, this episode is for you.Ev had been lying to himself for 25 years thinking he needing to spend over $25,000 on a home simulator. Instead, he bought a net and a mat for $250 off amazon with the new Rapsodo MLM2PRO launch monitor for $699 and he's been BLOWN AWAY. Go to https://rapsodo.pxf.io/3JmqNM and enter the code PARTRAIN for $70 off by getting a free dozen balls for your unit.Want to get your health and energy back on track? Balance of Nature’s Whole Health System supplements include 47 ingredients of fruits, vegetables, spices, and fibers. Go to Balanceofnature.com and use TRAIN to get 35% off your first order as a preferred customer, PLUS get a free bottle of Fiber and Spice.If you like the podcast, you'll love our youtube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard!We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Oct 13, 20251h 2m

Ep 425#425: In Case You Missed It - September 2025 Recap of The Par Train Podcast

Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month prior? Monthly recaps is for you! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 8-10 minute clip of every episode from September.Here are the episodes from September:#418 - The Dentist Who Made The U.S. Open: Turning Regret into Rocket Fuel#420 - The Myth of Mastery - Why Scratch Golfers Hurt as Much as You Do. #421 - Wait... Raise Expectations AND Play Aggressive?! (A Kind of Ryder up Preview.)#422 - The Mental Warfare Behind Golf's Biggest Stage)Want a simulator in your garage or backyard for the winter for less than $700? Tap this link for the Rapsodo MLM2Pro and enter the code TRAIN for free dozen golf balls ($70 value). We hope this episode helps you #EnjoyTheRide! ★ Support this podcast ★

Oct 13, 202546 min

Ep 424#424: Why Goal Setting is Getting In Your Way (According to a +5 Handicap)

Jack Courington, +5 handicap, and former college teammate at Missouri State with co-host Cerm, hops aboard the Train to unpack how he's playing the best golf of his life today without practicing vs. college when he practiced every day. Jack digs into why goal-setting is getting in your way, and so much more. Want to learn from a +5 how to lower your own handicap? This episode is for you.New Gear Alert!Want to surprise your favorite lady in your life (which includes yourself) the best new legging and top sets in the game? Our friends at Rhoback just nailed this new line with vibrant colors and perfect fitting cuts. So much so that my wife RETURNED HER VUORI sets! Tap this link for 20% to auto apply in your cart! Also, don't snooze on the new USA collection that just dropped before the 2025 Ryder Cup next week!Want one-on-one help with your game?Get one-on-one mental coaching from Ev here!If you like the podcast, you'll love our youtube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard!We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Oct 5, 20251h 5m

Ep 423#423: LFG - GOOD GOLF UNDER PRESSURE with Sherman, Nicholas, Cermak, Slutzky and Ramsey

Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A popular short-form series compiling the best soundbites from our most popular podcasts designed to get you in the right mindset on the way to your next big round. Like what you hear in this LFG episode? Soundbites are pulled from the following episodes:#271 - The Weight of Tournament Pressure and How to Overcome It with Jon Sherman#286 - Tour Pro James Nicholas Gives A Masterclass on Playing Well When It Matters Most#326 - Overcoming nerves to win at any level of competitive golf (i.e. member guests, high level amateur events, nassau, pro tournaments, scrambles, etc.)#421 - Wait... Raise Expectations AND Play Aggressive?! (A "Kind of Ryder Cup Preview)If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops!As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Oct 5, 20259 min

Ep 422#422: The Mental Warfare Behind Golf’s Biggest Stage and How to Harness It (2025 Ryder Cup Recap)

Ev and Cerm hop aboard a Ryder Cup recap to unpack the differences between the Americans on Fri/Sat vs. Sun and what the Europeans do that the Americans don't. How to deal with pressure, what to do when everything is going wrong, and so much more. If you want to play better golf under pressure, this episode is for you.New Gear Alert!Want to surprise your favorite lady in your life (which includes yourself) the best new legging and top sets in the game? Our friends at Rhoback just nailed this new line with vibrant colors and perfect fitting cuts. So much so that my wife RETURNED HER VUORI sets! Tap this link for 20% to auto apply in your cart! Also, don't snooze on the new USA collection that just dropped before the 2025 Ryder Cup next week!New You Alert!Want to get your health and energy back on track? Balance of Nature’s Whole Health System supplements include 47 ingredients of fruits, vegetables, spices, and fibers. Go to Balanceofnature.com and use TRAIN to get 35% off your first order as a preferred customer, PLUS get a free bottle of Fiber and Spice.If you like the podcast, you'll love our youtube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard!We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Sep 29, 20251h 7m

Ep 421#421: Wait... Raise Expectations AND Play Aggressive?! (A "Kind of a Ryder Cup Preview")

Chadd Slutzky and John Ramsey, one of the best amateur fourball teams in the United States (with 15+ wins across the country among the two of them), hop aboard the Train for an unconventional and endlessly entertaining conversation. Ev and Cerm dig into how they get the best out of their game when it "matters" most, why they raise their expectations, why they play aggressive no matter what, how they lost to a one player team, how to translate this to golf trips, member guests, or even a weekend nassau that you really want to win. Want to know what makes a really good fourball/match play team to get you amped up for the Ryder Cup next week and improve your game? This ep is for you!New Shoes Alert!Want the most comfortable golf shoe I've ever worn? Tap this link and enter code TRAIN20 for 20% off The TRUE Linkswear true lux maven 2's (or any shoe/pants/sweatshirt you want!). New Gear Alert!Want to surprise your favorite lady in your life (which includes yourself) the best new legging and top sets in the game? Our friends at Rhoback just nailed this new line with vibrant colors and perfect fitting cuts. So much so that my wife RETURNED HER VUORI sets! Tap this link for 20% to auto apply in your cart! Also, don't snooze on the new USA collection that just dropped before the 2025 Ryder Cup next week!If you like the podcast, you'll love our youtube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard!We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Sep 21, 20251h 8m

Ep 420#420: The Myth of Mastery - Why Scratch Golfers Hurt as Much as You

Ev (An 8 index) always assumed that someone like Cerm (A scratch and D1 college player) never fully understood his level of frustration. Cerm never "lost" his swing and ability to hit the ball from one day to the next. This episode unpacks this idea, stories, and latest rounds that break this myth of mastery and frustration. If you assume no one experiences your level of frustration, this episode will help you stop putting so much pressure on yourself and get you back on track.Want the most comfortable golf shoe I've ever worn? Tap this link and enter code TRAIN20 for 20% off The TRUE Linkswear true lux maven 2's (or any shoe/pants/sweatshirt you want!). Want to get your health and energy back on track? Balance of Nature’s Whole Health System supplements include 47 ingredients of fruits, vegetables, spices, and fibers. Go to Balanceofnature.com and use TRAIN to get 35% off your first order as a preferred customer, PLUS get a free bottle of Fiber and Spice.If you like the podcast, you'll love our youtube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard!We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Sep 14, 20251h 7m

Ep 419#419: In Case You Missed It - August 2025 Recap of The Par Train Podcast

Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month prior? Monthly recaps is for you! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 8-10 minute clip of every episode from the month of August.Here are the episodes from August:Ep. #411 - Making Every Round Feel Like It's Your Last (Cerm's First Bandon Experience)Ep. #413 - Over Trying - Golf's Most Common Curse (Ev's Poor Performance at Sand Valley Ryder Cup)Ep. #414 - The Blueprint for Breeding D1 Golfers (That You Can Copy)Ep. #415 - Replay Rate - The 4 Things Your Game Needs to Eliminate Double Bogeys Forever with Jon ShermanEp. #416 - Coaching Calls - Going from a 15 to a 10 in FOUR Months, Winning Matches, and Breaking 80Want the most comfortable golf shoe I've ever worn? Tap this link and enter code TRAIN20 for 20% off The TRUE Linkswear true lux maven 2's (or any shoe/pants/sweatshirt you want!). We hope this episode helps you #EnjoyTheRide! ★ Support this podcast ★

Sep 14, 202553 min

Ep 418#418: The Dentist Who Made the U.S. Open: Turning Regret into Rocket Fuel

One of the best interviews on the Par Train in 9 years... Matt Vogt hops aboard the Train to talk about his crazy journey from quitting D1 golf, to his own dental practice, to getting back into the game, winning 5+ tournaments in 2025, and qualifying for the U.S. Open at Oakmont. If you've ever thought about quitting, wanted to get more comfortable in high-pressure situations, and just up your performance -- this episode is for you. Riding the struggle bus? Get one-on-one mental coaching from Ev here!Want to snag our new Par Train hats before they sell out? Our "Golf Vibes Only" and Par Train "P" Train Track dad hat is out and they're almost gone! Go to https://thepartrain.com/shop and hop aboard!If you like the podcast, you'll love our youtube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard!We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Sep 7, 20251h 19m

Ep 417#417: LFG - IS IT MY SWING OR MY HEAD with Foley, Sessinghaus, Nilsson, Marriott and Venetos

Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A popular short-form series compiling the best soundbites from our most popular podcasts designed to get you in the right mindset on the way to your next big round. Like what you hear in this LFG episode? Soundbites are pulled from the following episodes:#274 - Becoming Passionate Over the Mundane with Sean Foley#299 - Is It My Swing or Is It Mental With PGA Tour Coach Rick Sessinghaus and SCPGA Coach of the Year Josh Alpert#383 - Why Golfers Haven't Improved in 50 Years And How You Finally Can with Jim Venetos#232 - Create a Game Within a Game With Vision54's Pia Nilsson and Lynn MariottIf you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops!As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Sep 7, 20259 min

Ep 416#416: Coaching Calls - Going from a 15 to a 10 in FOUR Months, Winning Matches, and Breaking 80

This is the second installment of the "coaching calls" mini series where Ev brings on the players he coaches on the mental game, and they unpack what helped them break through so you can do the same. Lisa Thomasco hops aboard the Train for the first time to detail her crazy journey. Only working with Ev for four months, her handicap plummeted from a 15 to a 10, she won a four ball match at her club, played great in the club championship and finally broke 80! If you feel like you have no plan and blindly hoping your game gets better -- this episode is for you. Riding the struggle bus? Get one-on-one mental coaching from Ev here!Want to snag our new Par Train hats before they sell out? Our "Golf Vibes Only" and Par Train "P" Train Track dad hat is out and they're almost gone! Go to https://thepartrain.com/shop and hop aboard!If you like the podcast, you'll love our youtube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops! As always, thanks for hopping aboard!We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Aug 31, 20251h 0m

Ep 415#415: Replay Rate - The 4 Things Your Game Needs to Eliminate Double Bogeys Forever with Jon Sherman

Jon Sherman, best-selling author of the 4 Foundations of Golf, hopped aboard the Train back in 2022, and Ev and Cerm thought we all needed a refresher. One of our most popular episodes, the simple breakdown of expectation management, strategy, practice (avoiding zombie range sessions) and a sharp mental game is the surefire way to eliminate double bogeys forever --> the #1 one way to lower your handicap. If you need a back-to-basics master class to get your game back on track, this episode is for you.The most common thing I saw at Sand Valley Golf Resort? Rhoback polos! Go to https://bit.ly/3myURyP and get yourself 20% off for some new spring Rhoback gear. A golf dad can always use a new polo, light stretchy hoodie or everyday shorts. Enjoy the ride with some new Rhoback merch!Want to snag our new Par Train hats before they sell out? Our "Golf Vibes Only" and Par Train "P" Train Track dad hat is out and they're almost gone! Go to https://thepartrain.com/shop and hop aboard!If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops!As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Aug 24, 20251h 0m

Ep 414#414: The Blueprint for Breeding D1 Golfers (That You Can Copy)

Jon Reese, longtime childhood coach of all 4 Cermak brothers (that all played D1 golf) as well as hundreds other D1 players, hops aboard the Train for a full circle and mind-blowing discussion. Jon unpacks the system he's used for decades that helps golfers become practitioners, not technicians --> in other words, Jon's about teaching golfers how to PLAY golf, not find a perfect swing. If you're stuck and wondering how to actually get good at this game, this is the back-to-basics, no BS conversation you need right now. Finally realizing that staying hydrated is a good idea? Want to use the electrolyte packs that are trusted by over 90% of elite college and pro sports teams? Tap this link and enter the code TRAIN for 20% off.Want to snag our new Par Train hats before they sell out? Our "Golf Vibes Only" and Par Train "P" Train Track dad hat is out and they're almost gone! Go to https://thepartrain.com/shop and hop aboard!If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops!As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Aug 17, 20251h 12m

Ep 413#413: Over Trying - Golf's Most Common Curse (Ev's Poor Performance at Sand Valley Ryder Cup)

Ever try too hard on the golf course? Feel like you're playing well, expecting to ride the good feels and shoot a low score but the opposite happens? Ev felt the same way going into his Ryder Cup trip as a first-time captain at Sand Valley Golf Resort, but it didn't exactly go to plan on singles match play day. If this sounds familiar, this episode is for you. The most common thing I saw at Sand Valley Golf Resort? Rhoback polos! Go to https://bit.ly/3myURyP and get yourself 20% off for some new spring Rhoback gear. A golf dad can always use a new polo, light stretchy hoodie or everyday shorts. Enjoy the ride with some new Rhoback merch!Want to be the biggest hit at your next party or day out at the park or beach? Bucket Golf Game is the excitement of golf mixed with the ease of yard games. Bucket Golf Game is a game that scratch golfers to beginners to 3 year olds all love. It's the perfect game for summer. Go to https://www.bucketgolfgame.com/ and enter the code TRAIN for 10% off and get the best game of summer!If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops!As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Aug 10, 20251h 3m

Ep 412#412: In Case You Missed It - July 2025 Recap of The Par Train Podcast

Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month prior? Monthly recaps is for you! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 8-10 minute clip of every episode from the month of July.Here are the episodes from July:Episode 405 - Mental Game Roundtable - Doing the IMPOSSIBLE After Making a 10Episode 407 - From the Archives - The Iconic History of the Open ChampionshipEpisode 408 - The Dominant Mindset of Scottie Scheffler (2025 Open Championship Recap)Episode 409 - Can Hypnosis Help Golfers? (It's NOT as Crazy as You Think!)Want to be the biggest hit at your next party or day out at the park or beach? Bucket Golf Game is the excitement of golf mixed with the ease of yard games. Bucket Golf Game is a game that scratch golfers to beginners to 3 year olds all love. It's the perfect game for summer. Go to https://www.bucketgolfgame.com/ and enter the code TRAIN for 10% off and get the best game of summer!We hope this episode helps you #EnjoyTheRide! ★ Support this podcast ★

Aug 10, 202539 min

Ep 411#411: Making Every Round Feel Like It's Your Last (Cerm's First Bandon Experience)

What would you do differently if the next round of golf was your last? Would you walk differently? Would you swing differently? Would you react differently? Cerm had his first Bandon experience, and Ev and Cerm unpack it all in a way that will make you fall in love with the game all over again. So it begs the question -- are you enjoying the walk enough?Finally realizing that staying hydrated is a good idea? Want to use the electrolyte packs that are trusted by over 90% of elite college and pro sports teams? Tap this link and enter the code TRAIN for 20% off.Ev had been lying to himself for 25 years thinking he needing to spend over $25,000 on a home simulator. Instead, he bought a net and a mat for $250 off amazon with the new Rapsodo MLM2PRO launch monitor for $699 and he's been BLOWN AWAY. Go to https://rapsodo.pxf.io/3JmqNM and enter the code PARTRAIN for $70 off by getting a free dozen balls for your unit.If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops!As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Aug 3, 20251h 0m

Ep 410#410: LFG - BUCKET LIST ROUNDS with Herzig, Singer, Cermak

Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A popular short-form series compiling the best soundbites from our most popular podcasts designed to get you in the right mindset on the way to your next big round. Like what you hear in this LFG episode? Soundbites are pulled from the following episodes:Ep. 275 - Playing Golf in Scotland for a MonthEp. 276 - When the Worst Round of Your Life Happens at Golf MeccaEp. 388 - My Round at Augusta with Gabby HerzigEp. 399 - Chipping Away - Managing Expectations & Nerves for DummiesIf you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops!As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. #EnjoyTheRide ★ Support this podcast ★

Aug 3, 20256 min

Ep 409#409: Can Hypnosis Help Golfers? (It's NOT as Crazy as You Think!)

Stanford psychiatrist Dr. David Spiegel, one of the most published and respected experts in the field of hypnotherapy, hops aboard the Train to unpack the practical applications of hypnosis for golfers. Is it as crazy as it seems? What is hypnosis? How's it different than mindfulness or meditation? Rory and Tiger have been known to use hypnosis to achieve peak performance. Dr. Spiegel explains how and illustrates how you can do the same. Dr. Spiegel co-founded self-hypnosis app, Reveri (promo code and link below) to introduce its clinically backed power to the masses. If you've ever wondered if there's something else you can be doing to unlock your best self and golf, this episode is for you.20% off with code PARTRAIN https://reverihealth.app.link/the-par-train-podcastEv had been lying to himself for 25 years thinking he needing to spend over $25,000 on a home simulator. Instead, he bought a net and a mat for $250 off amazon with the new Rapsodo MLM2PRO launch monitor for $699 and he's been BLOWN AWAY. Go to https://rapsodo.pxf.io/3JmqNM and enter the code PARTRAIN for $70 off by getting a free dozen balls for your unit.The most common thing I saw at Sand Valley Golf Resort? Rhoback polos! Go to https://bit.ly/3myURyP and get yourself 20% off for some new spring Rhoback gear. A golf dad can always use a new polo, light stretchy hoodie or everyday shorts. Enjoy the ride with some new Rhoback merch!If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops!As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Jul 27, 20251h 3m

Ep 408#408: The Dominant Mindset of Scottie Scheffler (2025 Open Championship Recap)

What truly is the difference between Scottie Scheffler and everyone else? Is Scottie like Tiger or Jack? How can the average golfer be more like Scottie without the elite ball striking? This and so much more. Ev and Cerm hop aboard another major recap to help you enjoy the ride again. Ev had been lying to himself for 25 years thinking he needing to spend over $25,000 on a home simulator. Instead, he bought a net and a mat for $250 off amazon with the new Rapsodo MLM2PRO launch monitor for $699 and he's been BLOWN AWAY. Go to https://rapsodo.pxf.io/3JmqNM and enter the code PARTRAIN for $70 off by getting a free dozen balls for your unit.Finally realizing that staying hydrated is a good idea? Want to use the electrolyte packs that are trusted by over 90% of elite college and pro sports teams? Tap this link and enter the code TRAIN for 20% off.If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops!As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Jul 21, 202557 min

Ep 407#407: From the Archives – The Iconic History of the Open Championship

Ever wonder how the Open Championship got started in the 1800s? Curious what golf was like then? Did you know the "Champion Golfer of the Year" (the winner of the Open) took home a BELT instead of the claret jug? What are the courses in the Open Rota? When did Royal Portrush get added back in? What does the open teach us about our own games? Is the Open better than the Masters? All of this and so much more in another "from the archives" mini series for the majors this year. Ev and Cerm hope this helps add a bit of context and gets you fired up for the last major of 2025. Want to be the biggest hit at your next party or day out at the park or beach? Bucket Golf Game is the excitement of golf mixed with the ease of yard games. Bucket Golf Game is a game that scratch golfers to beginners to 3 year olds all love. It's the perfect game for summer. Go to https://www.bucketgolfgame.com/ and enter the code TRAIN for 10% off and get the best game of summer! In case you didn't get what you wanted for Father's Day, go to https://bit.ly/3myURyP and get yourself 20% off for some new spring Rhoback gear. A golf dad can always use a new polo, light stretchy hoodie or everyday shorts. Enjoy the ride with some new Rhoback merch!If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops!As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Jul 13, 20251h 3m

Ep 406#406: In Case You Missed It - June 2025 Recap of The Par Train Podcast

Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month prior? Monthly recaps is for you! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 8-10 minute clip of every episode from the month of June.Here are the episodes from June:#397 - Be the Host Not the Hero with Chris Harrison#399 - Chipping Away - Managing Expectations & Nerves for Dummies (Exhibit A: Riviera Country Club)#400 - From the Archives - The Grit, Glory and Chaos of U.S. Open History#401 - Grit > Glamor - The J.J. Spaun Blueprint from Oakmont (2025 U.S. Open Recap)#402 - The Intersection of Self Worth, Confidence, Watches and Golf with @benswatches#403 - Chipping Away - Stop Praying for a Breakthrough. Do THIS InsteadWant to be the biggest hit at your next party or day out at the park or beach? Bucket Golf Game is the excitement of golf mixed with the ease of yard games. Bucket Golf Game is a game that scratch golfers to beginners to 3 year olds all love. It's the perfect game for summer. Go to https://www.bucketgolfgame.com/ and enter the code TRAIN for 10% off and get the best game of summer!We hope this episode helps you #EnjoyTheRide! ★ Support this podcast ★

Jul 13, 202539 min

Ep 405#405: Mental Game Roundtable - Doing the IMPOSSIBLE After Making a 10

Long-time listener and 1.9 handicapper John hops aboard the Train to share one of the most unforgettable stories in this podcast's 8+ year history. Matched up with another Par Train listener he’d never met, John started his round with sky-high hopes — only to card a 10 on the second hole, one he usually birdies. Defeated and ready to mentally check out, John’s playing partner said something that completely changed the course of the day. What followed turned a nightmare hole into a round they'll remember forever. If you’ve ever made a big number and felt like your day was over — this one’s for you.Ev had been lying to himself for 25 years thinking he needing to spend over $25,000 on a home simulator. Instead, he bought a net and a mat for $250 off amazon with the new Rapsodo MLM2PRO launch monitor for $699 and he's been BLOWN AWAY. Go to https://rapsodo.pxf.io/3JmqNM and enter the code PARTRAIN for $70 off by getting a free dozen balls for your unit.Finally realizing that staying hydrated is a good idea? Want to use the electrolyte packs that are trusted by over 90% of elite college and pro sports teams? Tap this link and enter the code TRAIN for 20% off.If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops!As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Jul 6, 20251h 2m

Ep 404#404: LFG - SUCK LESS with McCabe, Steele, and Naegel

Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A popular short-form series compiling the best soundbites from our most popular podcasts designed to get you in the right mindset on the way to your next big round. Like what you hear in this LFG episode? Soundbites are pulled from the following episodes:Ep. 159 - Break Free from Suckville with Dr. Bhrett McCabeEp. 204 - Become Less Trash at Golf with Roger SteeleEp. 104 - Playing Aggressively Conservative with Chris NaegelIf you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops!As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. #EnjoyTheRide ★ Support this podcast ★

Jul 6, 202512 min

Ep 403#403: Chipping Away - Stop Praying for a Breakthrough. Do THIS Instead.

Ev and Cerm hop aboard another Par Train to ask a very tough question. Are we all hoping and praying for a breakthrough in our games? Is this a mistake? What should you do instead? This and other aha moments from their two low rounds of the year. Want to be the biggest hit at your next party or day out at the park or beach? Bucket Golf Game is the excitement of golf mixed with the ease of yard games. Bucket Golf Game is a game that scratch golfers to beginners to 3 year olds all love. It's the perfect game for summer. Go to https://www.bucketgolfgame.com/ and enter the code TRAIN for 10% off and get the best game of summer! In case you didn't get what you wanted for Father's Day, go to https://bit.ly/3myURyP and get yourself 20% off for some new spring Rhoback gear. A golf dad can always use a new polo, light stretchy hoodie or everyday shorts. Enjoy the ride with some new Rhoback merch!If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops!As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Jun 29, 202551 min

Ep 402#402: The Intersection of Self Worth, Confidence, Watches, and Golf with @benswatches

Hop aboard a bit of a different kind of episode where Ev dives into his second passion outside of golf -- watches with Ben Cook of @benswatches. Ben and Ev unpack confidence, self worth, how watches can help both (and golf), what to do when you barely play golf but still want to get better and so much more. Watch curious? Obsessed with watches? Or want to learn from two guys who have struggled with self worth but finding their way on the other side? This episode is for you. Sick of sticky and gross sunscreen with terrible chemicals? Sick of sunburns and crazy tanlines after hours on the golf course? Get 20% off the viral sunscreen Oars and Alps here with the code TRAIN: https://www.oarsandalps.com/collections/hands-free-spfFinally realizing that staying hydrated is a good idea? Want to use the electrolyte packs that are trusted by over 90% of elite college and pro sports teams? Tap this link and enter the code TRAIN for 20% off. If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops!As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Jun 22, 202558 min

Ep 401#401: Grit > Glamour - The J.J. Spaun Blueprint from Oakmont (2025 U.S. Open Recap)

Welcome aboard another major recap where Ev and Cerm unpack the principles, processes and patterns from the 2025 U.S. Open Champ J.J. Spaun. Ev and Cerm dive into what Scottie and Rory got wrong, and what being a grinder actually means. How does a player bounce back? How do you actually do it? This and so much more to help you embrace grit and grinding over glamour. Want to be the biggest hit at your next party or day out at the park or beach? Bucket Golf Game is the excitement of golf mixed with the ease of yard games. Bucket Golf Game is a game that scratch golfers to beginners to 3 year olds all love. It's the perfect game for summer. Go to https://www.bucketgolfgame.com/ and enter the code TRAIN for 10% off and get the best game of summer! In case you didn't get what you wanted for Father's Day, go to https://bit.ly/3myURyP and get yourself 20% off for some new spring Rhoback gear. A golf dad can always use a new polo, light stretchy hoodie or everyday shorts. Enjoy the ride with some new Rhoback merch!If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops!As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Jun 16, 202550 min

Ep 400#400: From the Archives – The Grit, Glory, and Chaos of U.S. Open History

*Bonus Episode to Celebrate 400 episodes!* What was the U.S. Open like when it started in the early 1900s? How did it become golf's toughest test? Why do the best players win the US Open but one win wonders win PGA's? Ev and Cerm go through the making of the U.S. Open, debate their favorite majors, break down Oakmont CC, winner history and so much more to get you ready for the 2025 U.S. Open Championship. Want to get more grit and resilience in your game -- this episode is also for you. Sick of sticky and gross sunscreen with terrible chemicals? Sick of sunburns and crazy tanlines after hours on the golf course? Get 20% off the viral sunscreen Oars and Alps here with the code TRAIN: https://www.oarsandalps.com/collections/hands-free-spfFinally realizing that staying hydrated is a good idea? Want to use the electrolyte packs that are trusted by over 90% of elite college and pro sports teams? Tap this link and enter the code TRAIN for 20% off. If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops!As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Jun 11, 202556 min

Ep 399#399: Chipping Away - Managing Expectations & Nerves for Dummies (Exhibit A: Riviera Country Club)

Ev and Cerm hop aboard for another chipping away episode where they both dig into their latest rounds (both first couple rounds of the year), and talk about a real, relatable, and step-by-step tactics to manage nerves and expectations to get real results. Ev breaks down his round at Riviera Country Club and talks about what he did differently to stripe one off the first tee (after being announced in front of a crowd) and wasn't nervous. If you've ever nodded your head to the importance of managing expectations, but weren't really sure how to... this episode is for you. Sick of sticky and gross sunscreen with terrible chemicals? Sick of sunburns and crazy tanlines after hours on the golf course? Get 20% off the viral sunscreen Oars and Alps here with the code TRAIN: https://www.oarsandalps.com/collections/hands-free-spfFinally realizing that staying hydrated is a good idea? Want to use the electrolyte packs that are trusted by over 90% of elite college and pro sports teams? Tap this link and enter the code TRAIN for 20% off. If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops!As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Jun 8, 20251h 2m

Ep 398#398: In Case You Missed It - May 2025 Recap of The Par Train Podcast

Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month prior? Monthly recaps is for you! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 8-10 minute clip of every episode from the month of May.Here are the episodes from May:#391 - Delusional Confidence and How to Harness it with the DOD King aka Carter Smith#393 - From the Archives - The Untold History Behind the PGA Championship#394 - How to Win with Your B Game Like Scottie Scheffler (2025 PGA Championship Recap)#395 - It's Not Your Swing - It's Your State with Rick Sessinghaus (Morikawa's Coach)The viral sunscreen stick that kept me enjoying Amen Corner at Augusta National instead of getting roasted by the sun. Go to www.oarsandalps.com and enter code TRAIN for 20% off.We hope this episode helps you #EnjoyTheRide! ★ Support this podcast ★

Jun 8, 202547 min

Ep 397#397: Be the Host Not the Hero with Chris Harrison

Chris Harrison, former host of the Bachelor and 7 handicap, hops aboard the Train to help you become the host on and off the golf course. Chris might be the most confident 7 handicap we've ever interviewed (Ev and Cerm unpack why), discuss lessons he learned from Jason Day and Jon Rahm, the similarities and differences between playing Augusta National, The Old Course (last week), the AT&T Pro Am at Pebble, the celebrity tournament in Tahoe and so much more. This episode is as entertaining as it is educational. If you want more confidence and a new way to think about nerve wracking rounds... this episode is for you. Ev had been lying to himself for 25 years thinking he needing to spend over $25,000 on a home simulator. Instead, he bought a net and a mat for $250 off amazon with the new Rapsodo MLM2PRO launch monitor for $699 and he's been BLOWN AWAY. Go to https://rapsodo.pxf.io/3JmqNM and enter the code PARTRAIN for $70 off by getting a free dozen balls for your unit.Ev was also blown away by how many people he saw at Augusta National wearing Rhoback gear. By far the most popular brand walking the harrowed grounds. Go to https://bit.ly/3myURyP and get yourself 20% off for some new spring gear.If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops!As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

Jun 1, 20251h 5m

Ep 396#396: LFG - THINK MORE LIKE A PRO with Mitchell, Todd, Long, McCarron, Langley

Welcome aboard the LFG Series. A popular short-form series compiling the best soundbites from our most popular podcasts designed to get you in the right mindset on the way to your next big round. Like what you hear in this LFG episode? Soundbites are pulled from the following episodes:Ep. 102 - Adam Long on Playing Well Through PressureEp. 77 - Brendon Todd - The comeback Story We All NeedEp. 67 - Scott McCarron - Calm Under PressureEp. 27 - Scott Langley - the Next Big Lefty on The PGA TourIf you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops!As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. #EnjoyTheRide ★ Support this podcast ★

Jun 1, 202511 min

Ep 395#395: It's Not Your Swing - It's Your State with Rick Sessinghaus (Morikawa's Coach)

Rick Sessinghaus, longtime swing and mental coach of Collin Morikiawa, hops aboard the Train for his 4th time to help you master and manage your state. Ev and Cerm unpack what he's learned most from Morikawa that applies to all golfers, how Rick's become a better coach after coaching coaches, and so much more. Sick of sticky and gross sunscreen with terrible chemicals? Sick of sunburns and crazy tanlines after hours on the golf course? Get 20% off the viral sunscreen Oars and Alps here with the code TRAIN: https://www.oarsandalps.com/collections/hands-free-spfAre you a golf coach looking to grow your business online? E-mail Ev at [email protected] if you want an invite to the free webinar with Flowcode Golf Academy to get Evan's social media secrets that helped him grow the Par Train from 0 to 150K followers and millions of listeners. Want the greatest looking golf glove ever made that can ALSO help keep your game on track? Snag the new Par Train x Red Rooster "enjoy the ride" glove here: https://redroostergolf.com/products/par-train If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops!As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

May 25, 20251h 0m

Ep 394#394: How to Win with Your B Game Like Scottie Scheffler (2025 PGA Championship Recap)

Scottie Scheffler makes history once again with his 3rd major championship at Quail Hollow. But what did Scottie do that we can match in our games? What was the hidden key to his win that no one else is talking about. Hear why he didn't "dominate" the field despite winning by 5 shots. For anyone who gets off to rough starts or doesn't have their A game very often, this podcast is for you. Want to feel sharp and get more calm energy with the new Magic Mind mental performance shots? Try the new MAXX shot for more of a calm energy boost or try the new FREE shot with 0g of caffeine but still stay sharp. Go to https://magicmind.com/partrain60 and enter the code PARTRAIN60 for 60% off! Our biggest deal from Magic Mind yet!Ev was also blown away by how many people he saw at Augusta National wearing Rhoback gear. By far the most popular brand walking the harrowed grounds. Go to https://bit.ly/3myURyP and get yourself 20% off for some new spring gear.If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops!As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

May 19, 202544 min

Ep 393#393: From the Archives - The Untold History Behind the PGA Championship

Did you know the PGA Championship started as match play? Did you know it was originally frowned upon to play golf for money and turn professional? Why is the PGA Championship the least favorite major? What would change that? Is the Wanamaker the best trophy in golf? All of this and more from the origins and untold story behind the PGA Championship. Sick of sticky and gross sunscreen with terrible chemicals? Sick of sunburns and crazy tanlines after hours on the golf course? Get 20% off the viral sunscreen Oars and Alps here with the code TRAIN: https://www.oarsandalps.com/collections/hands-free-spf Are you a golf coach looking to grow your business online? E-mail Ev at [email protected] if you want an invite to the free webinar with Flowcode Golf Academy to get Evan's social media secrets that helped him grow the Par Train from 0 to 150K followers and millions of listeners. If you like the podcast, you'll love our YouTube. Hop aboard the channel here today! Join our weekly Train of Thought newsletter to keep your game on track and get first access to merch drops!As always, thanks for hopping aboard! We hope this helps you #EnjoyTheRide. ★ Support this podcast ★

May 11, 20251h 4m

Ep 392#392: In Case You Missed It - April 2025 Recap of The Par Train Podcast

Trying to catch up? New to the Train? Want a refresher of the month prior? Monthly recaps is for you! The Par Train editor extraordinaire, Brett, hops aboard the mic and picks his favorite 8-10 minute clip of every episode from the month of April.Here are the episodes from April:#385 - From the Archives - The Making of the Masters#387 - The Art of Amnesia - Rory McIlroy's 2025 Masters Win (2025 Masters Recap)#388 - My Round at Augusta National with Gabby Herzig - A Blueprint for Your Next Bucket List Golf Experience#389 - Replay Rate - The Course Management System Tour Pros Swear By with Scott FawcettThe viral sunscreen stick that kept me enjoying Amen Corner at Augusta National instead of getting roasted by the sun. Go to www.oarsandalps.com and enter code TRAIN for 20% off.We hope this episode helps you #EnjoyTheRide! ★ Support this podcast ★

May 11, 202547 min