Becoming a Lifelong Golfer. Hit Bombs and Play Forever

In this Becoming a Lifelong Golfer episode, Dr. JP Gidry interviews Michael Cunningham, a seasoned golf performance coach. They discuss Michael's journey in golf, the importance of understanding the body's role in performance, and the need for golfers to focus on scoring rather than just perfecting their swing. Michael emphasizes skill acquisition, on-course training, and injury prevention...

In this episode, Dr. JP Guidry discusses the management and prevention of repetitive use injuries commonly seen in golfers. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the causes of these injuries, managing practice reps, and maintaining a strong and mobile body to prevent pain. The conversation covers strategies for dealing with pain when it arises, the significance of consistent training, and...

Summary In this episode, Dr. JP Guidry interviews Brian Williams, founder of Mind Body Swing, about his journey in golf and the importance of a holistic approach to training. Brian shares his experiences from starting in a small town to becoming a head golf professional and eventually opening his own coaching facility. The conversation emphasizes the significance of understanding client goals, the...

In this episode i talk all things strength and codnitioning for golf, common myths and how to implement what works int your own training

I'm pleased to announce the resurrection of the Becoming a lifelong golfer podcast, where we will talk about everything golf, equipment, instruction, fitness, helth and rehab. Make sure to subscribe to the show

After a long haitus we are back

Today I discuss my personal story and struggles with mental health. My hope is that openly talking about them it will encourage others to do the same. To find out more about me and what I do head over to: www.guidrygolfandsport.com

As a former college golf coach, player, AJGA employee and overall fanatic for the college game Rich is the owner of Second Nine Consulting. B ased on his 10+ years in the college golf industry that my knowledge, philosophy and network allows him to help junior golfers and their families find their best fit for college golf.  His time with the AJGA has allowed him an even deeper understanding...

One of the biggest mistakes golfers make is only looking at strength training as a winter or off-season thing. It only continues to work if you continue to do it. Today we dive into programming for in season golf training. Want to know more about how i help hundreds of golfers hit more bombs, play without pain and play forever?  Website: http://www.guidrygolfandsport.com and www.barbellsandbi...

want to talk about the concept of injury prevention or what should really be called, injury reduction. Injuries are a normal part of sport and life and can be a normal part of putting stress on your body. With that being said there are some things we can do to reduce the chances of injury but regardless of what some “experts” out there claim there's nothing we can do that's going to 100% eliminate...

Drew is  P.G.A certified instructor and going into his 5th season as Head coach of the Loyola of New Orleans Men's and Women's Golf Teams.  Drew grew up playing golf and played collegiately at MGCCC and later at William and Carey.  After he graduated he went into instruction spending time at Covington Country Club in Covington, LA, and later New Orleans Country Club.  When he i...

Today i sit down with Greg Goldin. Greg is entering his Fourth year as the Strength and Conditioning Coordinator for the men’s basketball and men’s golf program at LSU Goldin has now worked seven seasons for Coach Wade at Tennessee-Chattanooga (2013-15), VCU (2015-17) and LSU (2017-present). He previously also served as strength and conditioning coach under Steve Prohm at Murray State during the 2...

Tony has developed his golf swing and game learning model, “Reactionary Golf”, based on motor control and learning strategies validated by the scientific research. Reactionary Golf is not only an evidenced based methodology, but has evolved into an online instructional business, Inside the Golf Lab, which has grown into an international membership. Tony’s golf research has been published in the In...

Today we have a short episode where i answer a few questions. 1. With golf, how would you train the fascia/functional lines for an efficient pivot? Curious to also get your description of the pivot, rib cage movement, loading into the hip joint. 2. I have read or heard that after stretching there can be a short-term decrease in strength. Is this true, and if so is it significant? What’s the best w...

Today I sit down with Bill Miller where we discuss all things around training rotational athletes and building rotational speed and power. Bill trains mostly baseball players in Palatine, IL, just west of Chicago. He specializes in utilizing strength and power training to develop as much throwing speed and exit velocity as possible. He also recently wrote a book titled "Swing Fast: A Guide To Deve...

Dr. Jonathon Sullivan MD Ph. D. is the owner and head coach of Greysteel Strength and Conditioning, where he specializes in barbell-based strength training for those in their 60s, 70s, 80s, and 90s.  He is a former US Marine, practiced emergency medicine at a level I trauma center for over twenty years, served as an Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine at Wayne State University, and cond...

why do I train and challenge myself? I will never be a professional powerlifter but I still pursue strength. I will never be a professional long drive competitor but I still pursue speed, power, and distance. I will never be a bodybuilder but I still pursue muscular development. I will never be a pro golfer but I still work to better my game. I will never be a pro athlete at any sport but I still...

Today I sit down with Stephanie May Owner of SM Nutrition Stephanie is a sports dietitian who specializes in helping high school athletes prevent under fueling which can set them back in their performance, impact their growth, and increase their injury risk. She helps athletes create a routine around their nutrition choices so that they can gain muscle strength, support their bone health, improve...

Jeff Pelizzaro is the Co-Founder of 18STRONGTM, an online golf fitness company that provides golfers with the resources, exercises and guidance to train properly, live a healthier lifestyle, and achieve maximal results on and off the links. Jeff is a licensed physical therapist and golf fitness professional that specializes in movement and fitness for golfers. In addition to 18STRONG's online plat...

These are my thoughts based on a question posed by Mike Makher In the close to 15 years I have been practicing as a PT and Strength Coach this is the approach I find myself using Much more simplistic in all aspects of evaluation, testing and treatment. LESS IS MORE Less tissue and specific dx based approach More focused on encouraging movements and activities the patient or client can do rather th...

There is a lot of talk about what is best for golf performance and even athletic performance when it comes to what you are doing in the gym. In the 15 years that I have been working with golfers and other athletes form both a performance and rehab standpoint I have learned that the best way to approach a program is to work from the desired outcome backwards. Thanks to William Wayland of Powering T...

In today's episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with legendary teaching professional Chuck Cook. Chuck currently Teaching Professional at the University of Texas Golf Club. He is the 1996  Pga of America Teacher of the year, he is a member of Texas Golf HOF, world golf instructors HOF, His students have won 9 major championships, over 80 PGA tournaments, and multiple US Amateur and NCA...

OWN THE MORNING I just started the Daily Habits Course from Ryan Holiday at the dailystoic.com The first lesson: Own the morning There is some research that suggests waking up early leads to: Lower Risk of Depression Greater Positivity and Proactivity Healthier Eating habits and Increased Health As Marcus Aurelius stated "We human beings are all employed in the same profession: living. And we can’...

Today I sat down and had a conversation. It lasted about 1.5 hrs an hour of which I recorded for this podcast This conversation was with a friend and an old teammate He is a teacher, a coach, a father, and a husband He also happens to be black My goal with this conversation was to learn, to better understand the struggles of the African American community that I as white middle-class male have nev...

Todd is a former attorney turned author, blogger, and manual and movement therapist. His goal is to help people move and feel better. He has completed training programs in the Feldenkrais method and rolfing. In this episode, we discuss movement variability, play, staying active despite pain or injury and much more You can find Todd online below Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Better-Movement-17...