Golf IQ How to change your golf swing—quickly (Part 1)
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Jul 28, 2025 Dr. Luke Benoit, a PhD in motor learning and founder of the Rip Ignite program, shares innovative strategies to transform your golf swing effectively. He discusses the integration of evidence-based methods in golf coaching, emphasizing the mental challenges of swing changes. Learn about the crucial transition from practice swings to real swings, including mastering downswing mechanics and the 'freezer' technique. Benoit also outlines a structured approach to improving your swing over 30 days, making golf swing enhancement accessible to all.
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Dual Task Difficulty in Swing Change
- Luke Benoit shares how his own struggles changing his swing was due to trying to hit good shots simultaneously.
- The presence of a golf ball creates a dual task challenge that hinders swing changes.
Cognitive Load Challenges
- Managing cognitive and external load is crucial in changing golf swings.
- Golf balls significantly increase cognitive load, making swing changes harder during actual play.
Begin Changes with the Pivot
- Start swing changes by learning the downswing and pivot movement without golf balls.
- Focus on the pivot first as it acts as the engine of the golf swing before adding other elements.
