The Mental Golf Show 255: FundaMENTALS - Pre-Shot Routine: Four Steps for a Solid Process
Sep 9, 2025
Discover the four essential steps to mastering your mental pre-shot routine in golf! This discussion breaks down target selection, commitment to your shot, accepting outcomes, and a powerful breathing exercise for improved focus. Whether you're a novice or a pro, these pillars will help enhance your performance on the course. Tune in for tips that can transform your game and elevate your mindset!
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Choose A Data-Informed Target
- Pick a specific, data-informed target rather than vague aims like "the fairway" or "the flag".
- Use shot-dispersion info from GPS or stat apps to choose safer target locations within your dispersion circle.
Aim Where Your Dispersion Is Safe
- Your shot dispersion defines where the ball is likely to land, so align your target to include only acceptable outcomes.
- Shifting your aim away from the hole can reduce risk by keeping your dispersion circle in safer areas.
Adjust Yardage With Simple Steps
- Adjust raw yardage by accounting for lie, slope, wind, elevation, and rollout before selecting a club.
- Build a simple stepwise mental math routine so adjustments take only a few seconds during play.