Wicked Smart Golf

The offseason is the best time to upgrade your mindset and take your game to the next level. Today I want to recommend one of my favorite books, "Golf's 8-Second Secret." In this episode I'll give a quick recap of the book and you'll learn: How a routine can change your game. The 8-second secret of 5-time major winners.  How to craft three routines for more consistency every round.  Why most meltd...

Use these two practice tips this offseason to make effective swing changes AND add speed to crush it in 2024.  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-...

Golf is hard - but there is a lot you can learn even from your bad shots and tough rounds. After shooting 73-71 I missed the cut in a mini tour event but learned a lot and can't wait to practice. In this episode you'll learn my five biggest takeaways to help you make the most of the offseason and play your best golf.  Join Wicked Smart Golf Academy by 12/1 to receive a FREE mental golf coaching ca...

Do you have a goal to become a scratch golfer? If so, you'll LOVE this episode. Today, I'll share 10 mind-blowing stats about scratch golfers from Golf Monthly . They reviewed 540 million shots and 11.5 million rounds for this incredible data.  You might think, how does knowing these stats help you shoot lower scores? Mainly because you'll learn to RESET expectations and help you play better golf....

Learn how moisture affects the golf ball and how to gameplan on wet, cold days.  WICKED SMART GOLF MENTAL GAME RESOURCES Join Wicked Smart Golf Academy Now 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: Joi...

Thank you! I am beyond grateful for YOU... for buying the book, listening to the podcast, and following on social media. Listen to this quick episode to be grateful for golf and have a great Thanksgiving holiday.  WICKED SMART GOLF MENTAL GAME RESOURCES Join Wicked Smart Golf Academy Now Work with Michael for  Mental Golf Coaching   Download the Mental Golf Playbook (100% FREE) Unlock your potenti...

>>Join Wicked Smart Golf Academy Today's episode is all about PUTTING.  If you're tired of 3-putting and letting your putter drag you down... you will love this episode! After getting some coaching from Cameron Strachan and using his "Look and Shoot Putting System" I dropped nearly 5 strokes on putting from 2021 to 2022. This revolutionary system lets you get "in the zone" on the greens and tap in...

Controversial opinion - remember really bad shots. Listen to learn why you need to remember bad shots so you can process bad shots and clear your mind for future greatness.  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 .  Mast...

Ready to play better and fall in love with the game even more? You'll love this episode where I was the guest on The Mental Golf Show hosted by Josh Nichols. Josh was a guest on the show (episode #168) and highly suggest you listen to that episode after this if you haven't as well.  You'll learn: How I dropped 50 shots in high school.  Breaking down what is the mental game. What it's like to go to...

ANNOUNCEMENT: Wicked Smart Golf Academy is LIVE * Are you ready to play more consistent golf? If you want to break 90, break 80, or even become a scratch golfer get excited. Today is the official launch of Wicked Smart Golf Academy. This online training program is designed to help you play better golf without swing changes. Consider this your key to consistently scoring well on the golf course. Wh...

Speed training is one of the best ways to improve your game in the offseason. Trackman found that for every 1 MPH you add to your clubhead speed equates to about three extra yards of distance.  If you can add 5 MPH you'll hit it 15 yards (or so) longer, have shorter approach shots, and overall, make golf easier. Don't sleep on speed training! Today I'll compare two of the most common speed trainin...

Learn why you need to avoid your phone so you can access the zone, have more fun, and be a better playing partner.  Make sure to listen to episode #177 to learn from Dr. Justice and GYRA Golf.  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 Go...

In this episode we'll cover part 2 of 10 proven tips to help your game this offseason. Part one (186) was all about the mental game but today we'll focus more on equipment, fitness, and short game. When you listen to this episode you will learn: Hank Haney's 100 swing per day rule. The fastest way to drop shots this offseason (without leaving home). The easiest way to add 10-15 yards to your game...

The golf offseason is here and it's time to make the most of your time by becoming wicked smart golf!  Today is part 1 of 2 to make the most of your offseason so you can create a plan and get to work.   In this mental golf episode you will learn: A way to customize your mental game.  The only thing all great players have in common. How Decade Golf can help you automate your thinking for better dec...

Learn why you should STOP thinking about your golf swing so much and why a "perfect swing" doesn't exist.  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...

How do you practice with a golf simulator? This is a great question to help you make the most of your offseason.  The key to making the most of your time when hitting in the SIM by practicing with purpose.  When you listen you'll learn: Why you MUST dial in your distances. Why I have three wedge distances for each club. How to speed train inside even if you don't have speed training software.  The...

Learn five of the biggest golf course management mistakes to avoid so you can play better every single round.  Remember, your best golf is NOT all about a perfect swing, it's about thinking your way around the golf course. How to Start Playing Wicked Smart Golf  Work with Michael for Mental Golf Coaching Take your practice to the next level with my FREE mini-course: Practice Like a Pro .  Master y...

Learn the mindset shift you need to have before the round to play your best golf (even if you hit it terribly on the driving range).  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 sho...

Do you want to get your other half involved with the great game of golf... but have no clue where to start? If so, you'll love this episode with Mr. and Mrs. Golf (Everardo and Nicole). They're a local Scottsdale couple that created  "Mr & Mrs Golf" with the idea of growing the couples golf community. Their mission is to give couples the confidence to get out on the course and grow their own relat...

Do you ever get so mad you're nearly seeing red on the golf course? Does it feel like you're the Hulk and not Bruce Banner? Don't worry I get it... I've been there more times than I care to remember. But a simple trick from neuroscientist Dr. Izzy Justice of GYRA Golf (episode #177) provides a great solution. Create a red card. This is an index card that can help you stop seeing red after a bad sh...

Learn why you should stop worrying so much about speed on the greens and focus on this instead. This Dr. Bob Rotella tip will improve your putting fast!  WICKED SMART GOLF PRACTICE RESOURCES 10X your confidence on the greens with the Look and Shoot Method .  Take your practice to the next level with my FREE mini-course: Practice Like a Pro .  Unlock your potential by taking your FREE mental game a...

Shaun Diackhoff is back on Wicked Smart Golf (he was a guest on episode #77 as well) to share more fitness hacks to help you play better golf. Don't forget, taking care of your body is one of the most important parts of playing your best golf. A strong body will help you avoid injuries, increase distance, and hopefully chase the ball around for the rest of your life. In this episode we discuss: Is...

An index card can literally change your golf game forever. This tip from GYRA Golf has been an absolute game changer. It's known as a "yellow card" and a great way to stay calm under pressure.  On a 3 x 5 notecard write down every club you have in your bag. Then, next to it, write down in detail the best and most recent shot you hit with that club. For example, a few of my "highlights" from this s...

Learn why stress - not your golf swing - is the real reason you aren't shooting lower scores.  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...

GRYA Golf will change your game forever. I'd argue it's one of the best golf books ever and I've read hundreds! I've seen first hand how it can help your mental game and had some of my best tournament rounds ever once applying these principles.  The author is Dr. Izzy Justice and I'm lucky to talk with today on the show.  As noted on his website, "Dr. Izzy Justice is a sports neuroscientist and in...