The Golf Intervention

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to The Golf Intervention Podcast , where we answer your burning golf questions and help you play your best! In today’s episode, we tackle a listener’s "quick question" on how to determine the best mix of irons, hybrids, and fairway woods for your golf bag. If you're wondering whether to stick with traditional irons, switch to more hybrids, or find the right...

Send us Fan Mail In this brand-new episode of the Golf Intervention Podcast , we kick off a fresh series called Quick Question , where we answer a single listener question in a more concise format. In today's episode, we dive into the age-old debate: Should you use a line on your golf ball to help aim putts? Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned golfer, aligning your putts is crucial t...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Rob and Eric take you behind the scenes of an AimPoint clinic.  We also answer some common questions that are coming up during lesson including: Should I make a shallow swing in the bunker? How misconceptions about the golf swing affect forceplate data. Learning vs performing; why do we take lessons?  To support the show and subscribe to our bonus content: https:/...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Eric and Rob discuss the considerations for all levels of player when deciding what type of shot to play around the green.   For a beginner golfer and elite player, the skillset is dramatically different, so how does each golfer determine the best shot for them to play? We also discuss: The benefits of putting from off the green. The actually difference between a...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Eric and Rob discuss the approach shot strategy and how you can maximize your skillset for scoring. Proper strategy is not to aim straight at every flag, but it is also not to aim at the center of every green.  We discuss in depth why neither of those concepts work every hole, and then take you through the major considerations for different levels of players. For...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back!  We can't thank you enough for supporting our show through 29 episodes and a full year on the air!  On this episode, we celebrate our one-year anniversary by discussing the most important things we've learned along the way. We give an update about why we haven't been on in a few weeks. Robbie gives a update about playing one of the Top 3 courses in the...

Send us Fan Mail This is part 2 of the series on scoring strategy.  Learn a process for deciding on club selection, aim strategy, and swing skill while on the course to give yourself the best chance at scoring optimization.    On this episode we discuss: Shot dispersion patterns with the tee shot.  How to determine yours, and how it fits into strategy. Is your driver fit to optimize shot pattern?...

Send us Fan Mail In this first episode of a multipart series, Eric and Rob discuss the framework of scoring strategy. We start by breaking down the essential components:  score, shot, skill, and swing and how they interconnect to form the foundation of your scoring strategy. We discuss the recent data capture of scoring on the PGA Tour and how that has solidified sound decision making for players...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Eric and Rob discuss the best insights from our interview with Dr. Raymond Prior and his outstanding book, "Golf Beneath the Surface." During the discussion we cover: Stable Confidence Acceptance Growth Mindset Growth Minded Practice Habits Staying on Time (being present) The Five Step Process that will change your golf (and life) And much more! To purch...

Send us Fan Mail Raymond Prior, PhD joins Eric and Rob to discuss his book "Golf Beneath the Surface."    Dr. Prior has been one of the most sought after names in Sport Psychology working with Major Champions, NCAA Champions, Olympic Gold Medalists, and Coach of the Year winners in a variety of Sports. Prior is currently working with Olympic athletes in 5 different sports at the Paris Ga...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of listener questions, we start by taking on the eternal golf question: How do I transition my skills from the range to the golf course.  Why is that so difficult and shouldn't tee shots specifically be the same? How do I know when equipment is the issue?  Can the club design or shaft actually make bad shots worse?   Eric and Rob discuss the importance of foot...

Send us Fan Mail This episode covers 3 areas of focus that tend to be most important when Eric and Rob are on the course with students. 1. Process- From warm up to pre and postshot routines, our process drive our outcomes.  Do we practice them? Are they consistent? 2.  Shot/Club Selection- Greens in Regulation is maybe the most relevant stat in golf.  How far do your clubs go?  What shot selection...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Eric and Rob discuss the major bullet points from the interview with Dr. Sasho MacKenzie and what can be immediately applied by all levels of player. For exclusive bonus content, subscribe to our Substack at https://thegolfintervention.substack.com/

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we interview who many consider to be the top golf researcher of our time.  Dr. Sasho MacKenzie's research often challenges traditional conventions in golf performance in an effort to create better ways to teach and play the game.   In this episode, we cover: The only 3 things that really matter when it comes to putting performance. Sasho's research on he...

Send us Fan Mail In  Part 1 of the Mental Game series, Eric and Rob take a look at Mindset.  They discuss the main elements of a fixed vs. a growth mindset and how it will affect a golfer's ability to improve. Amazon Link to Golf Beneath the Surface by Dr. Raymond Prior https://www.amazon.com/Golf-Beneath-Surface-Science-Psychology/dp/1637743092 To access The Golf Intervention Bonus content v...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode, Eric and Rob give their thoughts on how their teach wedge skill, what they think about training aids, and how they feel about specifically outlined practice sessions.  To support The Golf intervention Podcast and gain access to exclusive content, subscribe to our Substack at www.thegolfintervention.substack.com.   Please rate and review on your favorite platform a...

Send us Fan Mail This episode with provide a full swing, short game, and putting skill that will take the Level 1 Golfer to Level 2, Level 2 to Level 3, and Level 3 to Tour Player. Subscribe to our Substack  and support our show at https://thegolfintervention.substack.com/ We thank you for tuning in!  

Send us Fan Mail On this episode, we cover the basic SMART goal theory and discuss whether it actually applies to golf performance. Is dissatisfaction a function of goals? We detail 3 types of goals, and how to determine where your focus needs to be. 1.  Outcome 2. Performance 3. Process Find us on Substack at https://thegolfintervention.substack.com/

Send us Fan Mail On this episode, we interview the founder of the green reading technique used by many of the top players in the world. Learn why he decided to crack the physics of green reading and how he did it.  Understand what can each level of golfer learn from AimPoint to improve their putting performance. Dispelling some common myths about AimPoint. For more information on AimPoint go to  h...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we look at 3 steps we can all take to improve our putting.   We promise, this will be a new spin on putting improvement  Also, we make an announcement about our Substack.  We will offer subscription content including a bonus Podcast at least once per month.   Link below: https://thegolfintervention.substack.com/

Send us Fan Mail What are the relevant stats to know for all levels of golfers?   We also address the main skills needed for improvement and ways to train them.  

Send us Fan Mail Eric gives a history of driving evolution. Keys metrics for Level 1, 2, and 3 golfers The science of driving.  What we know now that we didn’t know before. The truth about driving it further without more speed.   Watch out for bad advice! 

Send us Fan Mail On Part 2 of our show on approach shots, we discuss the skills every level of player needs to improve and how to train them.  

Send us Fan Mail Learn what it takes to improve your approach shots from beginner golfer all the way to tour elite player.   What is the most important stat I can track to measure my ball striking? Why making birdies isn't a consideration for most players to improve. Why short game like Phil Mickelson changes approach shot strategy. What is the 6-iron hypothesis? On part 2, we will cover how...

Send us Fan Mail This is the first episode in the series Reducing Shots to Green.  In this episode, we cover the keys for every level of player on reducing short game shots and provide the keys to taking your shortgame to the next level!