Athletic Motion Golf- The Podcast

Are you struggling with early extension, poor pelvic control, or losing depth in your backswing? You’re not alone — and today, we’re breaking it all down. In this episode of the Athletic Motion Golf podcast, Mike Granato and Shaun Webb sit down with golf coach and biomechanics expert Erik Barzeski to uncover the most common swing faults they see in golfers of all levels — and more importantly, how...

In this episode of the Athletic Motion Golf Podcast , Mike Granato and Shaun Webb break down the most common golf swing tips and rank them in the 2025 Golf Instruction Tier List — from Top Notch to Needs to Be BANNED . This is one of the most brutally honest and entertaining breakdowns of swing advice on the internet. We cover polarizing topics like: Is "Lag" really that important? Why &...

Welcome to the Athletic Motion Golf Podcast with Mike Granato and Shaun Webb — and today, we’re diving DEEP into the world of golf speed training with none other than Fast Eddie Fernandes , 3X World Long Drive Champion and creator of the revolutionary HIITS Golf driver system . In this power-packed episode, Eddie reveals why most speed training is DEAD WRONG — and how hitting actual golf balls wit...

Are you tired of thinking golf improvement is only for those with deep pockets? This episode of the Athletic Motion Golf podcast flips that script. Mike Granato and Shaun Webb break down EXACTLY how to get better at golf—on any budget. From free YouTube training (with a big warning) to app-based coaching tools, affordable indoor facilities, online swing analysis, and the most cost-effective way to...

If you've ever found yourself staring at a golf training aid, wondering if it’ll fix your swing—or wreck it—this is the episode you need. Mike Granato and Shaun Webb of Athletic Motion Golf sit down and break down the best training aids for golfers , the ones that are absolute game-changers... and the ones that belong in the trash. Inside, you'll hear real coaching stories , personal exp...

Ground forces are one of the most misunderstood topics in the golf world… and today, we’re diving deep. In this episode of Athletic Motion Golf, Mike Granato and Shaun Webb unpack what ground forces actually do — and more importantly, what they don’t do — for your golf swing. We talk through: Why jumping , flopping , and faking footwork is leading golfers in the wrong direction How muscular force...

Are you rolling your trail foot the wrong way and unknowingly wrecking your swing power and consistency? In this episode of the Athletic Motion Golf podcast, Mike Granato and Shaun Webb break down one of the most common — and most misunderstood — trail foot movements in golf... and why so many instructors are STILL teaching it wrong.  Whether you're a weekend warrior or aiming to swing like a...

What happens when AI takes a swing at golf instruction? In this episode of the Athletic Motion Golf podcast, Mike Granato and Shaun Webb break down Rory McIlroy’s legendary swing—but with a twist. They asked ChatGPT to do the analysis first. 🤖 From balance and posture to ground force and rotation, the guys dissect what AI got right, where it fell short, and why even the most advanced tools still...

Most golfers hear it as one of their first tips: "Keep your head still." But what if we told you that trying to freeze your head is destroying your swing mechanics? In this video, Mike Granato & Shaun Webb break down one of golf’s most misunderstood concepts—the illusion of head stillness. Whether you’ve been told you “lifted your head” or you’re battling inconsistent ball striking,...

Golfers—this podcast is a must-listen if you’ve been told to “get your lead shoulder down” or “point your shoulders at the ball.” This outdated advice might sound like good mechanics… but in reality? It’s one of the most harmful concepts you can follow—and it’s causing hip sway in your backswing. Mike Granato and Shaun Webb are pulling no punches in this episode of the Athletic Motion Golf Podcast...

Want to make Team USA competitive again in the Ryder Cup? On this episode of the Athletic Motion Golf Podcast, Mike Granato & Shaun Webb break down what REALLY needs to change if we ever want to see the United States dominate like Europe has in recent years. Mike and Shaun ask the hard questions: Should players pay to play in the Ryder Cup? Why are some top golfers showing up with zero fire ?...

If you want to lower your golf scores immediately—this episode is a MUST LISTEN. Shaun Webb and Mike Granato from Athletic Motion Golf reveal the one skill that separates consistent players from frustrated ones... and it’s NOT what most coaches talk about. You’ll learn exactly how to control your ball in the wind, master 3/4 shots, and develop reliable distance control—especially under pressure. W...

If you’re a golfer stuck on the range wondering why your scores don’t drop—even though your swing is improving—this episode is for you. In this podcast, Mike Granato & Shaun Webb break down two insanely overlooked skills that will immediately impact your ability to shoot lower scores: knowing your carry distance and understanding your shot dispersion. They give you the strategies that go beyon...

n this episode of the Athletic Motion Golf Podcast , Mike Granato and Shaun Webb break down a question every golfer thinks they’ve figured out — but most are dead wrong about: 👉 Should you be doing block practice or random practice ? The truth? Most amateur golfers are already practicing randomly without knowing it. Grip, stance, ball position — all of it is inconsistent. And yet they’re still tr...

If you've ever wondered how the heck to find a legit golf instructor (and not just some YouTube-taught swing whisperer on the driving range), this is the episode for you. Too many golfers waste years (and thousands of dollars) working with instructors who don’t actually change their swing — they just slap a Band-Aid on the shanks and hope for the best. In this episode, Mike Granato & Shau...

Over 1,000,000 golf swings have been analyzed using the Swing Coach app—and the #1 swing fault? It’s not what you think. In this episode, we dive into the massive data we’ve collected from real golfers across the world using the Swing Coach app—what we learned shocked even us. From the most common swing flaws like excessive hand depth, to why your range swing isn’t translating to the course, this...

This might be the most important podcast episode we've recorded for competitive golfers—or any player who wants to finally perform when it matters. We're not talking about biceps or glutes here. The most crucial muscle you can train in golf? Your mental grind muscle. Yep, it’s a real thing. And in this episode, Mike Granato & Shaun Webb from Athletic Motion Golf break down exactly ho...

Golfers everywhere are being taught the wrong concept of where impact happens — and it’s destroying swings before they even start. In this video, Mike Granato & Shaun Webb expose the truth that 90% of golf instruction still gets wrong: impact actually happens on the trail side of your body , not the lead side. If you’ve been grinding on “getting your hands in front of your lead leg,” there’s a...

Making a swing change in golf can feel impossible… but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode of the Athletic Motion Golf Podcast , Mike Granato & Shaun Webb break down exactly how to make a swing change that actually lasts. Whether you’re struggling with consistency, distance, or accuracy, learning how to change your swing the right way is the difference between frustration and breakthrough....

If you’ve ever bladed a pitch across the green or fluffed one from 15 yards out... this is for you. There’s one shot in the short game arsenal that can save your round—and most golfers screw it up completely. This podcast breaks down the stock pitch shot —what we call the #2 shot in our Short Game System. It's the most misunderstood, misplayed shot in golf today. We’ve seen it all. Players ti...

🚨 WARNING: Not all swing advice is created equal.  In this episode, we break down some of the most misleading golf swing tips floating around big box instruction — and give you the measured, tour-backed truth that actually leads to longer drives and more consistent ball striking. Shuan Webb and Mike Granto from Athletic Motion Golf dissect the swing of 3M Champion Potgieter and uncover the three...

Stop wasting your time with speed sticks and air swings. In this episode, we break down the biggest speed training myths and show you what actually works — with real stories, data, and insights from our work with Fast Eddie and tour-level players. Most golfers want to swing faster. But are you training for speed the right way… or sabotaging your swing without realizing it? We dig into why swinging...

Are your hips actually rotating the way elite golfers do? In this Athletic Motion Golf podcast, Mike Granto & Shuan Webb are diving into one of the most misunderstood and underrated parts of the golf swing— internal and external hip rotation. This isn't just about turning — it's about how your knees and pelvis work together to unlock real rotational power. Most golfers (even the dece...

Back with Part 2 of our deep dive into the most overrated golf swing concepts—and this time we’re tackling two of the BIGGEST myths we see destroying amateur swings: bowing the wrist at the top and shaft lean obsession at impact. If you’ve ever tried to "fix" your slice by bowing the wrist like DJ, or you’re chasing perfect shaft lean because you saw it in a slow-mo Tour pro video, this...

Are you wasting time working on swing tips that don’t matter? In this episode, Mike Granato & Shaun Webb expose the 3 most overrated golf swing concepts that are holding back your game. From early extension to bowed wrists and “handle dragging,” we break down what really matters in the golf swing—and what’s just noise. Sean and Mike hit the range of bad advice that’s everywhere on Instagram, Y...