Wicked Smart Golf

>>Join DECADE Golf and get 20% off using code "WICKEDSMART" at checkout! Scott Fawcett is back on the podcast and shares some wicked smart tips to help you play better FAST. He is known as the "moneyball of golf" and uses data to help make decisions easier as his revolutionary course management system is changing the way golf is played. I'm a HUGE fan of DECADE and recommend it for all my mental golf coaching students. This system has worked with top amateurs, college players, and pros like amateur teams, Bryson DeChambeau, Will Zalatoris, and countless others. In this episode, you will learn: Offseason tips to add speed. What it means to be 100% present. Why strokes gained driving is flawed. His prep for Champions Tour Q-school. Why hitting more balls isn't always the answer. How meditation can help you overcome stupid mistakes. How to analyze your stats to improve in the winter months. Learn more about DECADE: DECADE Golf Blog Post Review DECADE Golf YouTube Review >>Join DECADE Golf - The #1 course management system (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

>>Join DECADE Golf and get 20% off using code "WICKEDSMART" at checkout! Scott Fawcett is back on the podcast and shares some wicked smart tips to help you play better FAST. He is known as the "moneyball of golf" and uses data to help make decisions easier as his revolutionary course management system is changing the way golf is played. I'm a HUGE fan of DECADE and recommend it for all my mental golf coaching students. This system has worked with top amateurs, college players, and pros like amateur teams, Bryson DeChambeau, Will Zalatoris, and countless others. In this episode, you will learn: How he picks targets. Expectation management. The truth about laying up on par 5s. How to hit driver well in windy conditions. How ball position impacts trajectory with irons. The importance of the Tiger five during the round. Why you should consider a mini driver to replace your 3W. Learn more about DECADE: DECADE Golf Blog Post Review DECADE Golf YouTube Review >>Join DECADE Golf - The #1 course management system (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

Make sure to grab Wicked Smart Golf in a hardcover on Amazon! Today's five-minute Friday is stop trying to hole putts and focus on building confidence from "making putts" even if they don't go in. As Dr. Parent said in episode 320, "You want your confidence based on whether you make them or not. Make, and making them means you like the way you got them started. So focus on that and let that be your confidence builder and say, man, I'm putting great. They're just not going in. Maybe I'm not reading. Maybe I need to read a little more break in or if I'm missing them low, or maybe I'm overcompensating and reading too much. I'm going to adjust, but I'm not going to change my stroke or my routine because I'm making every putt." WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%). WHYGOLF Training Aids - The Best Training Aids to help your practice sessions (use code WICKEDSMART to save 15%). Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips). Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

>>Download my FREE putting routine checklist now. Dr. Joseph Parent - the author behind Zen Golf (one of the best-selling golf books of all time, more than 1M copies sold) is back on the show. Dr. Parent first appeared in episode #222 to talk about the mental game but today we're covering putting. He'll share some of his biggest mental tips to help you have more confidence on the greens with the principles from Zen Putting. When you listen to this full interview with Dr. Parent, you will learn: How to redefine "making putts." How to get out of a putting slump fast. What to do if you ever have the putting yips. How to develop a quick post-shot putting routine. The difference in reading putts on uphill vs. downhill ones. The most common mental mistakes most players make on the greens. And a lot more. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%). Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips). Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

Let's recap the 2-part episode with Mark Immelman from last week to help you play wicked smart golf. During our epic interview we talked about his new book, Lessons From The Best, which is available on Back9Press or Amazon. In today's recap episode you will learn: Some easy offseason tips. Why you need to simplify the game. The power of training and alignment aids. The mindset you need when you miss the fairway. Why you need to make rehearsal swings to get your mind and body prepared for every shot. And a lot more. Don't forget to listen to his interview - episode 316/317 if you haven't yet. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%). WHYGOLF Training Aids - The Best Training Aids to help your practice sessions (use code WICKEDSMART to save 15%). Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips). Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

Finish the year strong! To get the most out of your golf game you need BIG dreams and discipline to make it happen, according to Mark Immelman (and I couldn't agree more). Make sure to check out Mark new book, Lessons From The Best, which is available on Back9Press or Amazon. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%). Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips). Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

>>Join DECADE Golf and get 20% off using code "WICKEDSMART" at checkout! Mark Immelman is golf! He is a 3-time all American, former professional golfer, sports agent, broadcaster, podcast host of On the Mark with 700+ episodes w/7 million downloads worldwide, college coach, swing coach & author. Today, we're discussing some of the best lessons from his new book, Lessons From The Best, which is available on Back9Press or Amazon. In this 2-part episode, you will learn: How to break out of a golf slump. A crazy Tiger Woods story he got to call first hand. Why you need a strong work ethic to reach your potential. If driving or putting is more important for the everyday golfer. How he celebrated his brother Trevor winning the 2008 Masters. And a lot more. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%). Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips). Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

>>Join DECADE Golf and get 20% off using code "WICKEDSMART" at checkout! Mark Immelman is golf! He is a 3-time all American, former professional golfer, sports agent, broadcaster, podcast host of On the Mark with 700+ episodes w/7 million downloads worldwide, college coach, swing coach & author. Today, we're discussing some of the best lessons from his new book, Lessons From The Best, which is available on Back9Press or Amazon. In this 2-part episode, you will learn: Why you should keep dreaming. How he became a successful broadcaster. The secret practice hack that every golfer needs. Why he created one of the biggest golf podcasts. A crazy Tiger Woods story he got to call first hand. And a lot more. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%). Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips). Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

Whether you realize it or not, most trouble is short of the green. While some holes might have a bunker or water behind the green, most of the trouble is short. Why? Because greenskeepers know that most golfers end up short and thus put the trouble accordingly. If you're between clubs, pick the longer one in general (unless there is trouble long). Try not to pull the club that you must hit perfectly to reach the green. After learning more course management inside the DECADE program, the numbers show that missing long is almost always better than short. This should cause more looks for birdies so you can score consistently better. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%). Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips). Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

>>Get 15% off WHYGOLF training aids with this link. Or, use the code "WICKEDSMART" at checkout. Brad Mason is the founder of WHYGOLF and wants to help golfers "suck less" by using their helpful training aids. After a successful career in the sports orthopedics industry, Brad and his brother Jeff jumped into the golf world, creating some of the best training aids in golf. I've used several of their training aids over the past few years and think you'll love them. Here are some of their training aids that can help with certain issues in your swing: Pressure Plate: Help improve your weight transfer for better contact. Putting Thing: A great putting aid to help with start line and works indoors or outdoors. Arm Alarm: Learn how to keep your arms connected to fight the flying right elbow or chicken wing. Full Swing Bundle: Get the Pressure Plate, Power Wedge, 2 Alignment Discs, Arm Alarm, and 2 Padded Alignment Rods In this episode, we'll cover what makes a great training aid, best practices to using them, and how challenging it is to design golf products. Make sure to use the code "WICKEDSMART" at checkout to save 15% on any WHYGOLF product. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%). Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips). Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

A reliable short game is vital to playing your best golf. Don't forget, the 3rd and 4th pillar to playing "wicked smart" is all about putting and wedges. As Jon Rahm said, "My swing coach used to say that the short game is like the hospital; when your long game is sick, the hospital nurses you back to health." First let's set some expectations from 2022-2023 season on the PGA Tour: 58.66 scrambling 55% from rough 51% from sand Average proximity 7'10 Yes, they're good but far from perfect. Once you have the right expectations, then you need to avoid the seven mistakes in this episode. When you listen, you will learn: The importance of a landing zone. How putting from the fringe can change your game. The biggest setup mistake most players make with short game. Why you need to be honest about your short game practice to play your best. The correct tempo for short game shots that leads to better shots and more consistency. And a lot more. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%). Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips). Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

Learn how intuition can help you swing with trust and confidence on every shot. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%). Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips). Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

>>Join DECADE Golf and get 20% off using code "WICKEDSMART" at checkout! Ready to lower your handicap and have more fun? Learn more about mental golf coaching - shoot me an email - [email protected] Today I'm sharing an episode where I was a guest on the Mid-Am podcast, hosted by Tyler and Nathan. A podcast dedicated to improving at the game of golf while juggling the responsibilities that come with growing up. In this episode we covered a variety of topics including: How a tee shot trigger can add confidence. Why you need a reset ritual after a bad shot How to pick targets based on your personality type. How course management can help you drop shots quickly Learning if it's a mental or mechanical breakdown of your swing. Why tournament golf is a great way to speed up success and learn more about your game. Be sure to follow them on Instagram: Mid-Am podcast on Instagram - @midampodcast Tyler - @fadeandfairway Nathan - @nathan.furumasu WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%). Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips). Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

Don't forget, Wicked Smart Golf Academy is open and our September call is tomorrow at 4pm PST (enrollment is open). Today, I'm recapping my 2-part episode with PGA Tour winner Charlie Beljan (episode #307/308). In this episode, you will learn: The first 3/last 3 approach for consistent golf. An easy trick to hit wedges more pure every time. How to find the right type of golf coach to work with. The importance of resetting expectations (regardless of your skill level). The most important number to focus on with approach shots. Why it's so important to not play "golf swing" and just play golf. If you want to get access to Pre-Shot Like a Pro for free, make sure to leave a review on Audible or Amazon. Then screenshot it and DM me on Instagram (@wickedsmartgolf) or email me and I'll get you access to the program. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%). Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips). Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

Learn two simple tricks from PGA Tour winner Charlie Beljan to hit more greens and play more consistent golf (without changing your swing). Listen to episodes 307/308 to get tons of tips from Charlie to play wicked smart. Make sure to learn more about Decade Golf...The #1 course management system (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%). Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips). Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

>>Join DECADE Golf and get 20% off using code "WICKEDSMART" at checkout! Charlie Beljan is a pro golfer born in Mesa, Arizona who went on to win the 2002 US Junior Amateur. He also won the 2006 Arizona Amateur before playing college golf at the University of New Mexico. After graduating Charlie turned pro in 2007 and played on the Gateway Tour from 2008-2011. He won seven times and led the money list in 2009. He earned his PGA Tour card in 2012 and went on to win the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals Classic. In this episode, you will learn: His crazy US Open story How to finish the round strong How to bounce back after a blowup hole His approach shot strategy outside 150 yards Why you should never whine about course conditions The biggest mistake most golfers make with wedges Why you need a carry number and the importance of knowing your distance WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%). Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips). Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

>>Join DECADE Golf and get 20% off using code "WICKEDSMART" at checkout! Charlie Beljan is a pro golfer born in Mesa, Arizona who went on to win the 2002 US Junior Amateur. He also won the 2006 Arizona Amateur before playing college golf at the University of New Mexico. After graduating Charlie turned pro in 2007 and played on the Gateway Tour from 2008-2011. He won seven times and led the money list in 2009. He earned his PGA Tour card in 2012 and went on to win the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals Classic. In this episode, you will learn: The truth about 1st tee jitters How to stay focused during the round About Charlie's first PGA Tour experience His secret trick to reset expectations during the round Why you should be "scared" of the sick or hungover golfer How he got through Q-school to get his card using a "wicked smart" strategy WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%). Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips). Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

It's time to stop running from your bad days and learn from them. First, stop being embarrassed with a bad shot, bad round, or bad stretch of golf... this game is wildly complicated no matter how good you get. Second, make sure you learn from every round so you don't continue to make the same mistakes over and over again. Track your stats using Arccos Golf or Decade Golf and always write down what worked / what did not in a golf journal or note in your phone. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%). Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips). Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

Ryan Sawyer is a +4 handicap, fellow Taco Bell fanatic, and Old Town Golf Shop. I met Ryan in 2018 after quitting my corporate job and quickly bonded over tournament golf. Ryan is an entrepreneur who chased the mini tour life, has worked in the golf world for decades, and took a side hustle into a full-time golf business. They've sold 5,000+ shafts and specializes in helping golfers play the right equipment. In this interview, you will learn: The most common equipment mistakes. Why golf is the ultimate adrenaline rush. His epic round playing with Jordan Spieth. The best way to prepare for golf tournaments. Why scratch golf is nothing like professional golf. How he turned a golf side hustle into a full-time business. What he learned from nearly a decade of professional golf. Learn more about Old Town Golf Shop to get discount shafts so you can play better fast. Don't forget to follow Old Town Golf on Instagram too. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%). Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips). Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

>>Join DECADE Golf and get 20% off using code "WICKEDSMART" at checkout! Only 2% of amateur golfers become scratch handicap! Why? Learn in this episode, plus tangible steps to become a scratch golfer. The USGA found that of those golfers with an active handicap, only 60,000 are scratch handicaps (or better). But don't let those numbers get you down. From changing your practice routines, adding more distance, improving your mental game, and more. If your goal is to become a scratch golfer, you can do it! But it does take hard work, patience, and perseverance to become one of these elite golfers. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Download the Pre-Shot Routine Checklist (100% FREE) Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%). Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips). Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

Use this quick putting hack I learned from Zen Putting so you can build confidence even if the ball doesn't find the bottom of the cup. Don't forget, to play your best golf, focus on the process NOT the results. Use the "made" vs. "holed" trick so you can have more confidence on every putt. WICKED SMART GOLF PUTTING RESOURCES Work with Michael for Mental Golf Coaching 10X your confidence on the greens with the Look and Shoot Method. Get my FREE guide to become a Clutch Putter. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing") Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to get new episodes each week so you can play better without swing changes.

>>>Enter the RAPSODO MLM2 Pro Giveaway with this Instagram post! Today, I'll recap my first of two events in Oregon, where I was the defending champion. Unfortunately, the "DC" didn't repeat, but I still shot -3 in 36 holes, tied for 3rd, and played some incredible golf. As always, there were tons of lessons that I learned to help your game from tee to green. Whether you play tournament golf or not, I know these 10 lessons will help you play "wicked smart", shoot lower, and have more fun. When you listen to this episode, you will learn: The bogey or better mentality. Why you need to have ZERO expectations before any round of golf. How a go-to warm-up routine can help you battle off pre-round jitters How affirmations and hard work can help you transform your putting. Why knowing your distances is so important to not wasting shots and hitting more greens. About one of my best back 9's ever and how you need to apply the "fighting" mindset to finish strong. And a lot more. If you want even more tips to play more consistent, make sure to join Wicked Smart Golf Academy. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%). Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips). Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

Before this John Weir interview recap, take your FREE Mental Golf Type Assessment now (it'll make the episode even better). John Weir - creator of the Mental Golf Type® program, caddy, and author of Golfer's Guide to Mental Fitness had an epic two part interview last week (298/299). Today I'll recap what I learned and how to use his incredible mental wisdom for better scores. When you listen to this interview, you will learn: The power of the questions you ask yourself. How a "confident mistake" can change your game. How to mentally start and end the day with intention. Why consistency is the key to getting what you want in golf and life. How to focus the entire round by using the "3x6" rule that John has used while caddying for professional golfers. And a lot more! WICKED SMART GOLF MENTAL GAME RESOURCES Work with Michael for Mental Golf Coaching Download the Mental Golf Playbook (100% FREE) Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing") or listen on Audible. Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to get new episodes each week so you can play better without swing changes.

Learn the three words you should never use during a round of golf if you want to play your best. Plus, a quick tip for a mental reset if you accidentally use them. Make sure to listen to 298 & 299 with Mental Golf Type creator John Weir for more mental game hacks. Use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 25% on Mental Golf Type products. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips). Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

Before this interview with John Weir take your FREE Mental Golf Type Assessment now (it'll make the episode even better). John Weir is back for his 4th time on the show. He is one of the top names in the mental golf world and has real-world experience as a caddy on the PGA and Korn Ferry Tour. He is also the creator of the Mental Golf Type® program and author of Golfer's Guide to Mental Fitness. When you listen, you will learn: How score goals sabotage rounds. The biggest mental mistakes holding you back. Why you need a growth mindset to play your best golf ever. Why self-talk and body language work together to change your beliefs and confidence. The three words you should NEVER say on the golf course (and a quick mental reset if you do say them). What to do if you're riding in a cart and don't have much time to react after a bad shot. Make sure to check out episode #62, #119 or #216 to learn more about Mental Golf Type for your "mental fitting" so you can shoot lower scores. Unlock your potential by taking your FREE mental game assessment: Mental Golf Type WICKED SMART GOLF MENTAL GAME RESOURCES Work with Michael for Mental Golf Coaching Download the Mental Golf Playbook (100% FREE) Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing") or listen on Audible. Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to get new episodes each week so you can play better without swing changes.

Before this interview with John Weir take your FREE Mental Golf Type Assessment now (it'll make the episode even better). John Weir is back for his 4th time on the show. He is one of the top names in the mental golf world and has real-world experience as a caddy on the PGA and Korn Ferry Tour. He is also the creator of the Mental Golf Type® program and author of Golfer's Guide to Mental Fitness. When you listen, you will learn: How score goals sabotage rounds. The biggest mental mistakes holding you back. Why you need a growth mindset to play your best golf ever. Why self-talk and body language work together to change your beliefs and confidence. The three words you should NEVER say on the golf course (and a quick mental reset if you do say them). What to do if you're riding in a cart and don't have much time to react after a bad shot. Make sure to check out episode #62, #119 or #216 to learn more about Mental Golf Type for your "mental fitting" so you can shoot lower scores. Unlock your potential by taking your FREE mental game assessment --> Mental Golf Type WICKED SMART GOLF MENTAL GAME RESOURCES Work with Michael for Mental Golf Coaching Download the Mental Golf Playbook (100% FREE) Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing") or listen on Audible. Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to get new episodes each week so you can play better without swing changes.

There's nothing worse than feeling like you're spiraling out of control mid-round. When you make a bad swing, a big number, or can't get comfortable you MUST slow down... you have to get your mind to calm down so you can get out of stress and into the zone. Learn more about this technique from the book, GYRA Golf by Dr. Izzy Justice. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%). Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips). Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

>>Download my FREE 10-page guide to become a wedge wizard. Does your short game need help? Are you ready to stop wasting shots around the green? If so, you'll love today's episode with Derek Deminsky of Golf Better Tuscon. Derek has nearly 150,000 followers on his Instagram and is the Director of Instruction at the Forty Niner Country Club in Tucson, AZ. He was the Southwest PGA Teacher of the Year in 2022 and works with all types of golfers - from high handicappers to PGA Tour pros. In this episode, you will learn: How to dial in wedges from 30 to 100 yards. Why the right wedges will help your short game. How a routine can prepare your mind and body for any shot. About Derek's incredible experience qualifying for a PGA Tour event. The two biggest mistakes golfer make in the bunker (and the only two shots you need from the sand). Check out Derek's website to learn more about working together and follow on Instagram more epic content. WICKED SMART GOLF RESOURCES Work with Michael for Mental Golf Coaching 10X your confidence putting with the Look and Shoot Method. Take your practice to the next level with my FREE mini-course: Practice Like a Pro. Master your pre-shot routine in golf to save 3–5 shots per round: Join Pre-Shot Like a Pro. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing") Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to get new episodes each week so you can play better without swing changes.

>>Join DECADE Golf and get 20% off using code "WICKEDSMART" at checkout! Ready to break 80? You need to learn these seven midseason lessons FAST. When you listen to this episode, you will learn: How playing faster can help you play better. The importance of getting back to the basics. The easiest way to have more fun every round. Why you can't take swing changes to the course (this is a big mistake so many players make). The importance of having a solid green reading routine and how it can give you confidence and commitment. And a lot more! Make sure to enroll in Wicked Smart Golf Academy so you can join us for the group coaching call on Thursday, 8/15 at 4pm PST. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%). Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips). Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

Stop thinking so much and I bet you'll play better fast. This topic was inspired from the 2-part episode with Landon Michelson (ep 293/294). When you think less and have more feels, it's easier to access your subconscious and get in the zone. WICKED SMART GOLF RESOURCES Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%) Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips). Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

Landon Michelson is today's guest - he is a holistic golf instructor and former professional golfer. He played 10 years professionally on PGA Tour Latin America, PGA Tour Canada and Sunshine Tour. He is also a certified Fluid Motion Factor instructor and specializes in helping golfers understand their own games and access what they already own. This aligns well with your philosophy of improving without major swing changes. In this episode, you will learn: The craziest US Open story... ever? How to shift your self-belief on the greens. How to find freedom to play your best golf ever. How to cope with the highs and lows of tournament golf. His inspiring story of working with a sports psychologist to reaching his true potential. Follow Landon on Instagram and DM to learn more about coaching opportunities. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%) Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%) Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

Thanks so much for filling out the survey to help me make the best content and learn more about your game! As announced in the episode I gave away even more based on the tremendous response. In total 20 people will get awesome FREE stuff: 7 people get Wicked Smart Golf on Audible 7 people get access to Pre-Shot Like a Pro 3 people get access to Wicked Smart Golf Academy 3 people get 1:1 mental golf coaching calls in September And every other participant will get a custom email with my best resources to help your game based on your survey answers. Look out for an email from me soon. Thanks again for the continued support of Wicked Smart Golf! WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%) Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%) Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips). Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

Get Arccos Golf to track your stats with 10% off! Landon Michelson is today's guest - he is a holistic golf instructor and former professional golfer. He played 10 years professionally on PGA Tour Latin America, PGA Tour Canada and Sunshine Tour. He is also a certified Fluid Motion Factor instructor and specializes in helping golfers understand their own games and access what they already own. This aligns well with your philosophy of improving without major swing changes. In this interview, you will learn: The power of letting go to play your best. What to do when you're spiraling mid-round. The difference between swing feelings vs. swing thoughts. The power of anger and creating enemies to fire yourself up. Why pre-round routines can help you prepare for tournaments. What it's like being a caddy and why kids should work at the golf course. The art of a good warm up to get mentally and physically ready for the round. Follow Landon on Instagram and DM to learn more about coaching opportunities. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%) Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%) Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

Practice is a pillar to playing wicked smart golf... but are you doing it the right way? Listen to this short episode to make sure you're not making a crucial practice mistake that I made for years! Fill out this short survey to help me produce the best content and get entered to win all kinds of awesome free stuff. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%) Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%) Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

Fill out this short survey to help me produce the best content and get entered to win all kinds of awesome free stuff. Today you'll get to hear me on the Member Guest Podcast sharing more about the mental game. When you listen to this episode, you will learn: What is the mental game in golf. The importance of focusing on what you want. Why stress is the ultimate killer of performance. Some of the biggest mistakes most golfers make. Why Rory probably missed his final putt on the 18th green at the US Open. How to use MGT (Mental Golf Type) to master your mind by playing golf like your personality type. Make sure to follow Member Guest on Instagram too. Unlock your potential by taking your FREE mental game assessment: Mental Golf Type (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 25% off). Read my full Mental Golf Type review now. WICKED SMART GOLF MENTAL GAME RESOURCES Work with Michael for Mental Golf Coaching Download the Mental Golf Playbook (100% FREE) Master your pre-shot routine in golf to save 3–5 shots per round: Join Pre-Shot Like a Pro Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing") Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to get new episodes each week so you can play better without swing changes.

Fill out this short survey to help me produce the best content and get entered to win all kinds of awesome free stuff. GYRA Golf is one of my new favorite golf books ever. If you're ready to take your mental game to the next level Dr. Izzy Justice and GYRA Golf is just what you need. I binge read this book in about a day and implemented the tactics immediately. It resulted in one of the best mental game's I've ever had in a tournament and a quality round of golf in 110 degrees. In this episode I'll recap some of the book and share a few tips to help you get your mental game under control including: Why the mental game is 93% of golf. What it takes to get in the zone (and stay there). How to identify your emotional state after each hole. The ACT breathing technique to calm down and relax. Make sure to read GYRA Golf is you're ready to understand how the mind to unlock your best golf ever. WICKED SMART GOLF MENTAL GAME RESOURCES Work with Michael for Mental Golf Coaching Download the Mental Golf Playbook (100% FREE) Unlock your potential by taking your FREE mental game assessment: Mental Golf Type Master your pre-shot routine in golf to save 3–5 shots per round: Join Pre-Shot Like a Pro Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing") Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to get new episodes each week so you can play better without swing changes.

Fill out this short survey to help me produce the best content and get entered to win all kinds of awesome free stuff including FREE mental golf coaching, access to Wicked Smart Golf Academy, copies of my book, and more. To get entered into the giveaways you must fill out survey by 11:59 pm PST on August 2nd.

Learn one of the biggest pre-round mistakes that most golfers make that is holding you back from playing your best golf. Fill out this short survey to help me produce the best content and get entered to win all kinds of awesome free stuff. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%) Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%) Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The Fastest Way to Play Consistent Golf Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

Fill out this short survey to help me produce the best content and get entered to win all kinds of awesome free stuff. To lower your handicap and play more consistent you need to take your fitness seriously. Most golfers suffer from back injuries that can wreak havoc on your future... so it's important to bring on a fitness guest to avoid some of the most common fitness mistakes. Shaun Diackhoff is a 3-time guest (episode 77 & 138) is a strength and conditioning coach and fellow golf addict. He's been a personal trainer since 2009 and left his career in 2014 in Aviation Maintenance in the Australian Military to pursue his passion for fitness. He's been helping people change their bodies ever since and got into online training in 2021 with a focus on helping golfers. Now, he has the popular training platform Fairway Performance App and a huge following on Instagram. In this episode, we'll cover: Why you can't ignore core strength. The difference between mobility vs. flexibility. How a proper fitness routine can 10X your mental game. The dangers of following too many plans on social media. Why you need to stop setting unrealistic expectations (on or off the golf course). How a TPI assessment can help you create custom improvement plans to help your golf swing. And a lot more. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%) Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%) Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

Fill out this short survey to help me produce the best content and get entered to win all kinds of awesome free stuff. I'll be choosing winners for: One mental golf coaching call ($250 value) to master your mental game. Two memberships to Wicked Smart Golf Academy ($200 value) to help lower your handicap. Three memberships to Pre-Shot Like a Pro ($97 value) to help you play more consistently. Answers MUST be submitted by August 2nd. In today's episode, you will learn: The importance of patience & perseverance. Why you need to stop tinkering before rounds. Why birdies putts are harder to make than pars (and a quick fix) How a short golf break can help you mentally reset and bounce back. And more. Make sure to download my FREE putting routine checklist. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%) Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%) Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The Fastest Way to Play Consistent Golf Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

If you want to play better this summer you need to get your mind and body ready. My three keys to playing in extreme heat (and humidity) is to add electroyltes (Re-lyte is my favorite), eat plenty of food to stay energized, and get plenty of rest. According to Sponer, "Dehydration can not only impact your performance physically but it can also negatively impact your mental game. Your cognitive performance is just as important as your physical performance. Dehydration can lead to slower reaction times, increased fatigue, and poor concentration." Your golf game depends on your hydration...Dehydration is a killer to performance! WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%) Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%) Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The Fastest Way to Play Consistent Golf Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

Join Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST Way to Play Consistent Golf. Today's guest is Josh Nichols - the host of The Mental Golf Show podcast and mental golf coach. After years of not playing up to his potential he took the mental game seriously and dove into the world of sports psychology. He's competed at the highest levels of amateur golf which included a runner-up finish at the 2017 U.S. Mid-Am Championship. That year he was also the 2nd ranked player in the WAGR mid-amateur rankings. Today we do a deep dive on all things mental game including: The importance of pre-shot routines. How to 10x your golf mindset off the course. How a mantra can help you stay present and focused. The biggest mental golf issues holding most players back. Why you need to set intentions every time you play or practice. Connect with our guest: Host of The Mental Golf Show Owner of Foundations Mental Performance Twitter: @joshlukenichols WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%) Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%) Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

>>Join DECADE Golf and get 20% off using code "WICKEDSMART" at checkout! R️eady to break 80 in golf? If so, you need to follow these 7 rules every round. When you do, you'll start breaking 80 and shooting in the 70s a lot more often. As you'll learn, breaking 80 isn't about 300 yard drives, attacking pins, or making endless putts. Instead, it's about avoiding big mistakes, play smart golf, and having a solid mental game. Follow these rules and watch your scores drop fast! Resources Mentioned in this Episode Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%) Work with Michael for Mental Golf Coaching Download the Mental Golf Playbook (100% FREE) WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%) Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

Do you need an easy to use swing trainer to improve your tempo and grip? If so, you'll love this Mile High Life Golf Tempo Trainer on Amazon. After making some grip changes this tool has helped my grip and tempo. It's an easy to use tool that can help 365 days a year. Never forget the importance of a solid grip to build a reliable golf swing! Don't forget to use iRange Sports Stick to record your swing (use code "wickedsmart" to save 10%). Learn more about working with Dr. Luke Benoit (the #1 rated instructor in Minnesota by Golf Digest). WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%) Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%) Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The Fastest Way to Play Consistent Golf Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

This episode with Ryan Dunahoe - a wicked smart golf listener - will inspire you! He reached out a few weeks ago letting me know he won his first tournament with a career low round (71). Today, we'll recap his epic day and I'll offer some mental golf tips using the Mental Golf Type system. When you listen to this episode, you will learn: Ryan's tournament golf journey. How he bounced back from a bad event. How to manage emotions better on the course. The importance of overcoming a bad first tee shot. Why you should get into competitive events (even if you don't feel ready). And a lot more! Don't forget to grab my FREE tournament golf checklist so you can gain confidence in competition. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%) Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%) Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The Fastest Way to Play Consistent Golf Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

>>Stop 3-putting with the Look and Shoot Putting System. If you want to stop 3-putting so often, it's vital to learn how to read greens properly. Mastering this skill can significantly lower your scores and boost your confidence on the greens. Today I'll share what I've learned over 25 years of playing, reveal the number one question to ask on every green, and more green reading tips that will help you sink more putts! Don't forget to download my FREE putting routine checklist so you can stop 3-putting! Also, don't forget to learn more about the Look and Shoot Putting System. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%) Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%) Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The Fastest Way to Play Consistent Golf Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

Learn why you need to dial in your putting setup so you can have more consistency and hopefully stop 3-putting. My favorite resources to help your putting include: The Putting Arc Pro Path Putting Mirror Putting Mats: PrimePutt & Breaking Ball If you haven't yet, make sure to join Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). WICKED SMART GOLF PUTTING RESOURCES Work with Michael for Mental Golf Coaching 10X your confidence on the greens with the Look and Shoot Method. Get my FREE guide to become a Clutch Putter. Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing") Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to get new episodes each week so you can play better without swing changes.

Jeff Thoreson is a publisher, editor, and writer who has written for numerous newspapers and magazines in his 40-year career. He was the founding editor of The Washington Golf Monthly and GolfStyles magazines and edited those publications for 25 years. He has traveled to play the world's great courses but finds particular pleasure in discovering lesser-known gems in far-away lands. Jeff still plays to a 4 handicap as well. When you listen to this episode, you will learn: Why you need a bucket list in golf. How golf can teach you more about yourself. The best golf courses to add to your bucket list. His all-time favorite (and most nerve wracking) shot in golf. The coolest things you need to do and craziest shots you need to hit in your life. How a trip to Pebble Beach changed my life and helped me start Wicked Smart Golf. Learn more about The Golf Bucket List now. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%) Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%) Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The Fastest Way to Play Consistent Golf Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

The second pillar to playing wicked smart golf is learning to practice like a pro. Stop going to the driving range or short game area and hoping for the best. Instead, use these seven training aids, tools, and gadgets to 10X your practice sessions. iRange Sports Stick. Record your swing and document your journey. Use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 10% on yours. Rapsodo Launch Monitor & Golf Simulator. My new favorite launch monitor that will transform your practice sessions. It also has 30,000 golf courses, practice combines, works indoors/outdoors, dual camera, and more amazing features. DECADE Golf. The best course management system in golf also has tons of practice resources from driving to putting. Use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 20% on your subscription. Indoor Putting Mat - Even if you're busy, you can practice your putting at home to transform your short game. My favorites are the Breaking Ball and PrimePutt mat. Rypstick Speed Trainer. Add distance with speed training 3X per week! Use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 10% and it also comes with a free swing analysis from the founder (and my current coach, Dr. Luke Benoit). Tour Aim. Improve your alignment and use this easy training aid for tons of practice routines. Golf journal/notes. Log notes during and after your practice sessions so you can break out of slumps quickly. If your game needs help, make sure to consider working with Dr. Luke Benoit, he's helping my game and I can't wait for part two of my season. Join Practice Like a Pro - FREE Video Series Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")

If you read my book (or listened to the audio version) I hope you remember the first chapter. Cultivate an attitude of gratitude. When you play with an attitude of gratitude, you learn to accept bad shots and appreciate good shots. You learn to… Swing with more freedom and fewer expectations. Enjoy the moment and not stress over a short putt you missed. Cherish the memories that golf allows you to create with incredible people. Too many golfers put so much pressure on themselves to hit perfect golf shots, despite working a full-time job and not practicing enough, somehow thinking that expectations will somehow make you play better. As Tony Robbins said, "Trade your expectations for appreciation and the world changes instantly." WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Decade Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%) Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%) Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%) Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun. Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The Fastest Way to Play Consistent Golf Also, don't forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible ("Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing")