Wicked Smart Golf

Netflix released Full Swing recently and there's A LOT to learn from it. In this episode we won't cover any specifics with the players or episodes but instead, review lessons to help your game. Because in life and in golf, it's essential to learn from people ahead of you. And in this case, it's the best golfers in the world.  What I loved about the documentary is that we get to see how challenging...

Want to play better golf? Then start by updating your putting routine!  Here's how Wicked Smart Golf can help you: Learn how to practice like a Pro (FREE Video Series): https://www.wickedsmartgolf.com/practice   Pre-Shot Like a Pro (Video Series) https://www.wickedsmartgolf.com/routine   Ready to master the mental game? Learn more about Mental Golf Type (MGT): https://www.mentalgolftype.com/a/3901...

Today's guest interview is with a top mental golf coach in the world - David MacKenzie. And recently released his book, Golf State of Mind: How to Think Like a Champion.  He is a mental coach and the founder of Golf State of Mind. He currently works with golfers on the PGA Tour, Korn Ferry, DP World Tour, Challenge Tour, LPGA and LET, along with many elite juniors and amateur golfers of all levels...

A pre-shot routine is one of the few constants in golf and something that you can control. A pre-shot routine will also help you: Stay calm and focused Improve your pace of play Block out negative thoughts  Find your target and commit to a shot Take your range game to the golf course  But most importantly, it will help you get into the zone. When your pre-shot routine becomes automatic, you can ea...

Learn how to attack a middle pin and get more birdie putts every round. Here's how Wicked Smart Golf can help you: Learn how to practice like a Pro (FREE Video Series): https://www.wickedsmartgolf.com/practice   Pre-Shot Like a Pro (Video Series) https://www.wickedsmartgolf.com/routine   Ready to master the mental game? Learn more about Mental Golf Type (MGT): https://www.mentalgolftype.com/a/3901...

Colton Kalkanis is a former pro golfer, fitness coach for men over 35, and now a professional long driver. He finished second in the 2022 World Long Drive amateur championship and has big goals for this year.  In this episode we cover everything from his time as a pro golfer, speed training, and his life as a long driver. Plus, we cover: His new brand deal for 2023  How he get to 140+ mph clubhead...

Your pre-shot routine (or lack thereof) is costing you 3–5 strokes every round and I'll prove it in this episode.  Think about it, pre-shot routines are part of sports; NFL kickers have one when they line up for a field goal and basketball players at the free-throw line. Each player develops their own pre-shot routine to stay focused and feel confident. The same goes with golf.  Helen Alfredsson d...

This simple golf tip will help you save shots and build confidence on the golf course. Aside from the driver, a 3 wood is the hardest club to hit from the turf. It's a long club, there isn't much loft, and even good players still hit some bad shots with it.  Yet, so many golfers try to hit 3 wood all the time because they think it will get them closer to the green. Sure, if you hit it well, it wil...

 >>Click here to join DECADE Golf with a 20% discount from Wicked Smart Golf. Today on Wicked Smart Golf I'm joined by Scott Fawcett, the creator of DECADE Golf. Scott is known as the "moneyball of golf" and uses data to help make decisions easier as his revolutionary course management system is changing the way golf is played. DECADE is used by top players like Bryson DeChambeau, Will Zalatoris,...

Last week I got lucky enough to attend my first PGA show thanks to my golf writing business. I got to meet some awesome golf coaches, inventors, and golfers from around the world. There were nearly 30,000 people, 800 vendors, and a 1,000,000 square foot convention center in Orlando, Florida.  I learned a lot and wanted to share some resources with you today. When you listen to this episode you wil...

Start making more putts every single round using this super simple (but highly effective) putting tip in this episode of 5-minutes Friday. Here's how Wicked Smart Golf can help you: Want to have Tiger like confidence with your putter? Use the "Look and Shoot Putting System": https://www.autogolfshop.com/wicked/   Learn how to practice like a Pro (FREE Video Series): https://www.wickedsmartgolf.com...

Ready to get in shape, hit it longer, and play better golf? Then this episode with Shaun Diackhoff is just what you need. Shaun is a strength and conditioning coach and fellow golf addict. He's been a personal trainer since 2009 and left his career in 2014 in Aviation Matineance in the Australian Military to pursue his passion for fitness. He's been helping people change their bodies ever since an...

Join Decade Golf (20% off using the code "wickedsmart"). Playing better and shooting lower isn't always about making swing changes!  In fact, it is rarely that... if you can hit it consistently on the range but not the course, it's usually a mental game or course management issue.  In this episode, learn some easy tips to start shaving shots off your round every single time you tee it up. Don't fo...

In this five-minute Friday learn the #1 tool to help you hit it straighter, longer, and with proper spin - the Groove It Brush: https://amzn.to/3Hckql2   Here's how Wicked Smart Golf can help you: Learn how to practice like a Pro (FREE Video Series): https://www.wickedsmartgolf.com/practice   Ready to master the mental game? Learn more about Mental Golf Type (MGT): https://www.mentalgolftype.com/a...

Click here to learn more now:  https://underpargolfapp.com/ pages/wickedsmartgolf  (Use WICKEDSMART10 FOR 10% OFF).  Learn how to practice with purpose and make the most out of each session in this interview with Scott Deakins.  Scott is the founder of Under Par Performance Golf and despite a busy schedule, maintains a scratch handicap thanks to wicked smart practice! Under Par Golf App is an awes...

Click here to learn more now:  https://underpargolfapp.com/ pages/wickedsmartgolf  (Use WICKEDSMART10 FOR 10% OFF).  Practice makes perfect…  Right? Wrong.  There is no such thing as perfect in sports, especially for playing golf. The problem is that most golfers chase the perfect swing, thinking it will somehow lead to lower scores. Trust me, it doesn't guarantee low scores every round.  The perf...

Learn how to attack a back pin so you don't short side yourself and have more looks at birdie.  Here's how Wicked Smart Golf can help you: Learn how to practice like a Pro (FREE Video Series): https://www.wickedsmartgolf.com/practice   Ready to master the mental game? Learn more about Mental Golf Type (MGT): https://www.mentalgolftype.com/a/39011/Hfvo4urF   Want to have Tiger like confidence with...

Don't make golf harder by playing the wrong equipment. In this episode learn what's in the bag for me to start the 2023 season (I replaced 13/14 clubs in 2022). These changes helped make golf easier and I had one of my best years ever. Heading into the new year it's VITAL to make sure your club heads and shafts are right for your game. Learn the best questions to ask yourself and more golf advice...

Where you tee up your golf ball on the tee box will help make the hole wider and easier than other places on the box.  For example, when there is out of bounds or water to the right, you obviously want to miss the left so you can avoid costly penalty strokes. To avoid the hazard, you want to open up the left side of the hole by teeing it up on the right side of the tee box. While it won't complete...

I'm super excited to announce I became a Mental Golf Type (MGT) Certified Level 1 coach. There are only a handful of certified coaches in the world using John Weir's patented personality based coaching system. Here's the thing, most mental golf strategies are generic, cookie cutter advice. But to play your best golf you NEED to cater your mental game approach to your personality. This is the only...

It's that time of year which means you're likely setting goals and looking ahead to the new year. But don't forget about setting golf goals either. When it comes to setting goals it's a good idea to set process and outcome goals; this way you have a plan to make them happen. Listen to learn my 2023 golf goals and the best strategies to help turn your dreams into reality in the new year. Related: H...

Want to putt better every round?  Then make sure you have a warm-up routine that sets your game up for success. So many golfers rush to the putting green, throw down three balls, and start aiming at the cup. This is a failing formula. Instead, you need to focus on making good contact with the putter, learn the green speed, and see/hear the ball go in as much as possible. Learn how in this quick hi...

Don't set your golf goals... YET. Instead, make sure you recap your year to set yourself up for success in 2023 Learn how I recap my year and some tips to help you start playing your best golf ever in the new year. Next week tune in to learn all about setting golf goals!  Related Podcasts: Scott Fawcett (ep #46) - DECADE Golf :  https://www.wickedsmartgolf.com/blog/episode-46   John Weir (ep #62):...

Want to make more putts?  Steal this sports psychology hack I learned after working with a sports psychologist before going to Q-School in 2019. One of the biggest things I wanted to discuss with him was putting, as I knew I had serious room to improve. I remember telling him, "Sometimes I kind of blank on the greens and forget what I'm doing. I lose focus and kind of space out."  His solution was...

Practice makes perfect... right? Wrong, but practice does make permanent though. The problem is that most golfers practice the wrong way and unintentionally ingrain tons of bad habits that make your golf swing hard to fix. Which leads to high scores on the golf course and tons of frustration that makes it nearly impossible to play well. In this episode, I'll help you avoid the five biggest practic...