442: Mike Carroll - The Secrets to Strength, Mobility, & Smart Training

Nov 6, 2025

Mike Carroll, founder of Fit For Golf and a golf strength & conditioning expert, explains science-based training for golfers. He covers mobility habits to protect joints. He discusses strength, power, and muscle for speed. He explains structuring cardio, in-season tweaks, and practical workouts you can start today.

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INSIGHT

Fitness Is About Physical Capacities

There is no single "golf fitness" separate from general physical capacities; focus on mobility, force production, and explosiveness.
These three traits are the real drivers of clubhead speed and longevity in golf.

ADVICE

Train To Reverse Age Decline

Train to mitigate age-related declines: work on mobility, muscle mass, muscle strength, and muscle power.
Scale programs to fitness level and equipment to make steady, long-term gains.

ADVICE

Make Strength The Foundation

Prioritize muscle strength as the foundation: it supports mass and power and improves mobility when trained through full ranges.
Use compound lifts (squats, deadlifts, presses, rows) to build strength and transfer to golf power.

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If you care about getting faster, stronger, and staying pain-free so you can play great golf for decades … this episode is a must-listen.

Today I'm joined by Mike Carroll, the creator of Fit For Golf — one of the most respected golf strength & conditioning programs in the world. Mike has helped thousands of golfers increase speed, improve mobility, build strength, and play injury-free with science-based training that fits real life.

We cover:

Why "golf fitness" is really about golf performance
Simple mobility habits that protect your back, hips, and shoulders
The truth about cardio for golfers and how to structure it
How older golfers can reverse physical decline by building muscle
Why golf training is really longevity training in disguise
Practical workouts & routines you can start today

Mike breaks down the science in a way every golfer can understand and gives you a clear plan to get stronger, swing faster, and play better without overthinking it.

If you're tired of "get fit this offseason" hype and want real, proven training guidance… this episode delivers.

>>Try out the Fit For Golf App now (FREE 7-day trial and 20% off discount when using the code, WICKEDSMART).

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