golf SMARTER Putting: Everything You Know is WRONG! with PuttingZone's Founder Geoff Mangum
Aug 20, 2024
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GS961: Summary
After too long of a break, Geoff Mangum, renowned putting instructor, returns to challenge what we know and then tell us that we're wrong! Always thought provoking and always controversial, Geoff discusses the changes in the putting world and the importance of skill development in putting. He also delves into the science behind putting, including brain science, perception, movement, and the physics of putting. Leave it to Geoff to challenge the marketing hype around putter equipment and emphasizes the importance of grip pressure and technique in improving putting performance. Mangum also shares his views on distance control and targeting in golf.
Takeaways
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After too long of a break, Geoff Mangum, renowned putting instructor, returns to challenge what we know and then tell us that we're wrong! Always thought provoking and always controversial, Geoff discusses the changes in the putting world and the importance of skill development in putting. He also delves into the science behind putting, including brain science, perception, movement, and the physics of putting. Leave it to Geoff to challenge the marketing hype around putter equipment and emphasizes the importance of grip pressure and technique in improving putting performance. Mangum also shares his views on distance control and targeting in golf.
Takeaways
- The putting world has changed, and skill development is crucial for improving putting performance.
- Understanding brain science, perception, movement, and physics is essential for improving putting technique.
- Marketing hype around putter equipment should be approached with caution
- Grip pressure plays a significant role in putting performance.
- Criticism of the USGA's rules and regulations
- The significance of distance control and targeting in golf
- The role of perception and skill in the game
Two ways to become a Golf Smarter Ambassador and receive a choice of one of these great prizes including:
• Glove + Glove Compartment from RedRoosterGolf.com where you can now choose from a large variety of styles of gloves for men and women in 36 sizes!
• A private link to Tony Manzoni’s video “The Lost Fundamental”
• A pack of 8 Flightpath Golf Tees. A Tee Above All. Learn more at https://flightpathgolf.com. Request to introduce an episode to GolfSmarterPodcast@gmail.com.
Follow @golfsmarter on Instagram, X, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube for daily highlights and helpful insights from our interviews on the podcast. We also post articles and video shorts on LinkedIn @FredGreene (from Novato, CA).
This episode is sponsored by Indeed. Please visit indeed.com/GOLFSMARTER and get a $75 SPONSORED JOB CREDIT. Terms and conditions apply.
This episode is brought to you by Mint Mobile. For a limited time all Mint Mobile wireless plans are $15 a month when you purchase a 3-month plan. To get this new customer offer and your new 3-month unlimited wireless plan for just $15 bucks a month, go to MINTMOBILE.com/GOLFSMARTER.
This episode is brought to you by Timeline Nutrition. Timeline is offering 10% off your first order of Mitopure. Go to timeline.com/GOLFSMARTER.
This episode is brought to you by ONE Bar. Find all ONE bars at a retailer near you or on Amazon.com