Fairway Performance Podcast

Drawing insights from recent discussions with clients, I tackle the distinctions between mobility and stability, the importance of adhering to a structured training program, and how to kickstart your fitness journey with minimal or no equipment. Show Highlights: Understanding Mobility and Stability: Grasp the balance between mobility and stability to improve your swing and reduce injury risk. The...

In this episode I dive into 3 questions which were submitted via my Instagram stories. 1. Developing Mobility & Strength in Tandem How do you do it, what is the difference between mobility and flexibility and will strength training decrease your mobility and range of motion?  2. The Ultimate Pre-Golf Warm-Up Guide I provide a step by step approach to create your own warm ups with suggestions o...

In this weeks episode I take a deep dive into the intricacies of golf off-season workouts and discuss why planning ahead can be a game-changer for your performance on the course. In this episode, we cover: The Need for an Off-Season: Understand the physical and mental wear and tear of a golf season. The significance of an active off-season in rejuvenating your body and rebuilding it. Phasing Your...

Episode Highlights: Dive deep into two common swing faults: Chicken Winging and Hanging Back. Learn diagnostic techniques and understand the detrimental effects of these faults on your game. Discover the physical conditions that might be predisposing you to these errors. Equip yourself with drills and exercises to rectify and improve. Detailed Breakdown: Chicken Winging: Uncover the importance of...

This week I interview Online Golf Coach Toby McGeachie. Toby is a host of The Golf Coach Podcast, a NSW GD coach of the year and coaches golfers all around the world via his online coaching programs on Skillest.  In this episode we talk about Toby's coaching philosophy, swing mechanics he likes to teach clients and the tools and data he uses to get the most out of his coaching with clients. Y...

Balancing practice with the ebbs and flows of daily life can be daunting. Yet, with the right system in place, it's more than achievable—it's transformative. In this episode I explore a holistic approach to creating routines that pave the way for both on-course and off course success. Whether you're aiming for a lower handicap or a better work-life balance, discover how to design a...

The dynamic vs. static stretching debate remains a topic golfers are torn on. But which method truly elevates your game? In this episode I unravel the benefits, and techniques behind each approach and also a little of the science. Whether you're looking to optimise your swing, prevent injuries, or simply enhance flexibility and mobility this episode will give you plenty of things to think abo...

In today's episode, I tackle a hot topic in the golf fitness world: unstable surface training. Is balancing on BOSU balls and similar equipment the secret sauce to improving your golf game? I dive deep into the benefits, from enhanced muscle activation to improved joint stability. But it's not all about the pros; I'll also discuss the potential risks and limitations of this training...

This week I discuss 5 myths which have come up in conversation with golfers or friends when talking about the training programs I create for golfers. Golf fitness is a relatively new concept and hasn't been done well in the past due to a lack of information which is why some of the myths exist and need to be debunked, so this is my go at doing that for some of these topics! I'd love to k...

This week I discuss 3 tools you can use to ensure you get the most return on the time you invest in your training because if you're putting in the effort and working hard you should also be getting the results to match! I'd love to know what questions you have? If you send them to shaun@fairwayperformance.com or direct message me on Instagram: @shaun.diachkoff If you're looking to i...

In this weeks episode I break down the 3 main power centres of the body and how to identify which one of them is costing you power in your swing. I also suggest a few exercises and mobility exercises you can do for each of them. I'd love to know what questions you have? If you send them to shaun@fairwayperformance.com or direct message me on Instagram: @shaun.diachkoff If you're looking...

This week I take a dive into training for Power. What works, what won't work and what the definition of power actually is... I'd love to know what questions you have? If you send them to shaun@fairwayperformance.com or direct message me on Instagram: @shaun.diachkoff If you're looking to improve your game by upgrading the way your body moves a reminder that Fairway Performance has i...

This week I discuss why it is never too late to start training to improve your fitness and your golf game and what some of the potential downsides to NOT doing it are as we get older.  I'd love to know what questions you have? If you send them to shaun@fairwayperformance.com or direct message me on Instagram: @shaun.diachkoff If you're looking to improve your game by upgrading the way yo...

This week I discuss a topic which came to me when on the golf course. I was chatting with another member of my course here in Sydney and he was throwing around all of these myths and reasons golfers "shouldn't" do certain exercises and things in the gym. One of those topics was "Golfers shouldn't lift heavy in the gym"  I'd love to know what questions you have? I...

This week I asked my Instagram audience for 5 questions to answer on th ePodcast and this is what they came up with: 1. Should I train more during the out of golf season? 2. What is the best golf specific exercise for building power? 3. I struggle with golfers elbow and use anti inflammatories all the time, what can I do instead to actually fix this? 4. What is best for golfers? Strength or Cardio...

This week I break down 4 things you can put your focus into in order to smash through a strength plateau when you hit it. I'd love to know what questions you have? If you send them to shaun@fairwayperformance.com or direct message me on Instagram: @shaun.diachkoff If you're looking to improve your game by upgrading the way your body moves a reminder that Fairway Performance has it's...

This weeks guest Michael Leonard is the Author of Wicked Smart Golf, a golf writer and Mental Type Certified Golf Coach. He shares with us: 1. His definition of the mental side to golf 2. 3 mistakes amateurs make mentally and ways to address them 3. How to develop a solid pre shot routine  You can dive further into the awesome content Michael puts out via these links: Wicked Smart Golf - Website W...

This week I discuss where you should be spending your time in the gym to get the best results for your time invested. I cover off on the tests you can do to determine which is the low hanging fruit for you. Do you want a FREE 30 day swing speed training program? If you do click here and tell me where to send the 30 Yards in 30 Days Swing Speed Training program. I'd love to know what questions...

This week I discuss some of the biggest mistakes I see golfers make when transitioning between in season VS off season programs, what the difference is and how the sets reps and what an example of a season of training could look like for you. Do you want a FREE 30 day swing speed training program? If you do click here and tell me where to send the 30 Yards in 30 Days Swing Speed Training program....

This week I break down 4 keys to include in a golf fitness program, how mobility plays an important role in golf fitness and examples of exercises and areas of the body which will give you the best return in a training program. Do you want a FREE 30 day swing speed training program? If you do click here and tell me where to send the 30 Yards in 30 Days Swing Speed Training program. I'd love t...

This week I dive into the considerations you need to take into account when structuring a golf fitness program. These are all things I run over with a client when writing an individual program and things you can answer for yourself if you follow a group program and aren't able to get the help of a coach/mentor to help you. Do you want a FREE 30 day swing speed training program? If you do clic...

In this weeks episode I share 3 training principles which are not often talked about in a training program but are essential to achieving muscle growth and strength from the program.    For more information on the Bali Golf Fitness Retreat I am hosting in May please click here. 5 star accomodation, play 4 amazing golf courses and go away with the exact blueprint for your golf fitness, spaces are l...

In this weeks episode I break down 3 supplements I recommend for clients whether looking to improve their general health or performance on the golf course. Plus I also talk about 2 additional supplements at the end which I like to use additionally. For more information on the Bali Golf Fitness Retreat I am hosting in May please click here. 5 star accomodation, play 4 amazing golf courses and go aw...

In this weeks episode I break down 5 things I feel every golfer working on their fitness should have access to. I talk about the Pro's and Cons of each and what you can do with each of them to benefit your game! For more information on the Bali Golf Fitness Retreat I am hosting in May please click here. 5 star accomodation, play 4 amazing golf courses and go away with the exact blueprint for...

In this weeks episode I break down how injuries happen in golfers and what some of the more common causes are. From there I go into why assessments are the best place to work out where certain injuries come from and how they can identify what to work on. And lastly what a plan would look like to get back on the course safely after an injury. For more information on the Bali Golf Fitness Retreat I...