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747: Bill Beausay, PhD, is a golfer, writer, speaker, creator of MindRev Labs, and former Director of R&D at the Academy of Sports Psychology. To be elite at anything in life you need to play a different game than the one everyone else is playing. And when you have the courage to question everything and rebuild your approach from the ground up with new thinking, anything becomes possible. Physical skills can make you an excellent golfer, but to beat the competition and put your over the top, you need a finely tuned mental game. Our next giveaway is for a brand new, custom fit Seemore Putter from seemore.com. Deadline to enter is Sunday, July 5, 2020 at Midnight PDT/3a EDT. Enter at GolfSmarter.com/giveaway2020. Listen for details.This week on Golf Smarter Mulligans #63, we continue this week’s conversation on improving your mental game with Dr. Robert K. Winters, Resident Sports Psychologist at the David Leadbetter Golf Academy World Teaching Headquarters. Our focus this week is to open the mailbag to answer listener questions about mental game issues. This episode of Golf Smarter is brought to you by CryoFreeze Pain Relief Roll-on. If you’re looking to relieve your muscle and joint pain within 15 minutes and need a natural, yet powerful solution that is tested & works, try CryoFreeze Pain Relief Roll-On.Go to omaxhealth.com and enter code GOLFSMARTER to get 20% off CryoFreeze and sitewide! Don’t let muscle soreness continue to be another excuse why you’re not playing well.  Go to omaxhealth.com and feel relief faster!If you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we’ve discussed, or if you’d like to share a comment about what you’ve heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com

746: Brant Kasbohm of FixYourGame.com is a golf instructor who only works with students online. He’s viewed thousands of videos sent to him by golfers and has insights on what works, what doesn’t, how to get the most from your online lessons, and why this type of instruction could be of greater benefit than in-person lessons. Our next giveaway is for a brand new, custom fit Seemore Putter from seemore.com. Deadline to enter is Sunday, July 5, 2020 at Midnight PDT/3a EDT. Enter at GolfSmarter.com/giveaway2020. Listen for details.Congratulations to to Ronald Simmons of Chesapeake, VA, winner of a Swing Align training aid from Chris McGinley and SwingTrainer.com Golf Smarter listeners get 15% off SwingAlign with checkout code ‘golfsmarter’.This week on Golf Smarter Mulligans #62, we go to Sonoma Golf Club just before the PGA Champions Tour Charles Schwab Championships for conversations with PGA Tour & Champions Tour veterans Loren Roberts and Jim Thorpe.If you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we’ve discussed, or if you’d like to share a comment about what you’ve heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com

745: Alan Tait is best known for being the first player to shoot 64 at The Championship Carnoustie Course in Scotland, a record that stood for more than 23 years. In this conversation he shares stories on playing a round and having lunch with Tiger and Ben Crenshaw, how the global pandemic lockdown is affecting Scottish Golf, and his mission to help get kids hooked on golf in a program called ‘Golfphin’. Our next giveaway is for a Swing Align training aid courtesy of Chris and the kind folks at SwingTrainer.com. Deadline to enter is Sunday, June 21 at Midnight PDT/3a EDT. Enter at GolfSmarter.com/giveaway2020. Listen for details.In episode 736 we were introduced to SQAIRZ golf shoes. Today it was announced that Sir Nick Faldo has not only said that these shoes are the best golf shoes he’s ever worn, he’s invested in, and became a partner of the company! Take advantage of their Father’s Day promotion for $20 off a new pair with ‘DAD’ at checkout at sqairz.com. Sale ends June 21. After that use ‘golfsmarter’ at checkout for $10 off your purchase.This week on Golf Smarter Mulligans #61, Lance McWilliams talks about his teaching method called “15 Minute Golf” that focuses less on why the ball’s flight path and more on how to hit the ball consistently.If you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we’ve discussed, or if you’d like to share a comment about what you’ve heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com

744: A great golf training aid is one that enhances consistency on multiple levels, not just increasing distance. Swing Align grooves your swing, and fine tunes your alignment, rotation, swing plane, and connection. Connection doesn’t get discussed much, but once you realize what it is and how it works, practically everything in your swing improves. Our guest this week is golf industry veteran Chris McGinley, Global VP of Product at Honma Golf and has developed the Swing Align training aid on his own. And this is after 21 years working at Titleist. Check out swingtrainer.com to see videos and pick up a Swing Align for yourself. Use “golfsmarter” at checkout for 15% the full device bundle. Our next giveaway is for a Swing Align training aid courtesy of Chris and the kind folks at SwingTrainer.com. Deadline to enter is Sunday, June 21 at Midnight PDT/3a EDT. Enter at GolfSmarter.com/giveaway2020. Listen for details.Congratulations to to TC Moore of Kansas City, MO, winner of a one year GOLFLOGIX PLUS membership and a Green Book & Yardage Guide of any course he chooses from GolfLogix.com.Check out our YouTube channel, GolfSmarterTV for a report on host Fred Greene’s lowest score ever this past week after working on the position of his tees using driver.This week on Golf Smarter Mulligans #60, David Edel of edelgolf.com talks about putters and putter fitting.If you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we’ve discussed, or if you’d like to share a comment about what you’ve heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com

743: You’ve noticed how PGA Tour players review a yardage book as they prepare for each shot. Now you can have one that’s custom designed for you. GolfLogix, the most robust GPS and scoring app for iOS and Android take their data and will generate a hard copy Yardage Book & Green Map made for any course you want! Our guest is Co-Founder/President of GolfLogix, Pete Charleston and in this episode we review the features of the app and break down the new amazing green reading technology feature, plus we hear how they’ve put all that important data in a back-pocket book similar to what the Pros use on Tour.WIN A ONE YEAR MEMBERSHIP TO GOLFLOGIX PLUS from GolfLogix.com! You also heard in today’s episode that our winner will also receive a Yardage Book & Green Map for any course they choose. Deadline to enter is Sunday, June 7 at Midnight PDT/3a EDT. Enter at GolfSmarter.com/giveaway2020. Listen for details.This week on Golf Smarter Mulligans #59, Andy Thompson of AndyThompsonPuttingCoach.com discusses putting, putters, putter fitting and the misconceptions that most golfers have with each.If you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we’ve discussed, or if you’d like to share a comment about what you’ve heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com

742: Roger Gunn, @rogergunngolf and rogergunngolf.com, returns to share stories, provide insights, and talk about pet peeves that he has with new golf students. The book Roger referenced during the conversation was “The Official Exceptions to the Rules of Golf” published in 1997. https://www.amazon.com/Official-Exceptions-Rules-Golf/dp/0679741232WIN A ONE YEAR MEMBERSHIP TO GOLFLOGIX PLUS from GolfLogix.com! Deadline to win is Sunday, June 7 at Midnight PDT/3a EDT. Enter at GolfSmarter.com/giveaway2020. Listen for details.Congratulations to Frank F of Centerville, OH, winner of a dozen Eagle quality golf balls of his choice courtesy of TwoGuysWithGolfBalls.com.This week on Golf Smarter Mulligans, Jim Waldron of BalancePointGolf.com discusses “Being Paralyzed with Too Many Swing Thoughts”. Golf Smarter Mulligans is free and available each Friday wherever you get your favorite podcasts.If you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we’ve discussed, or if you’d like to share a comment about what you’ve heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com

741: Danny Maude could be one of the most popular YouTube golf instructors in the world. He has more than 2.5 times the subscribers as the Golf Channel and for good reason. He’s warm, friendly, creative, and has an ability to keep instruction simple, effective, and understandable. After falling deep into a Danny Maude video rabbit hole, host Fred Greene invited Danny to the show to discuss game improvement drills while staying home during the pandemic. WIN A DOZEN EAGLE QUALITY PREMIUM USED GOLF BALLS OF YOUR CHOICE from TwoGuysWithGolfBalls.com! Deadline to win is Sunday, May 24 at Midnight PDT/3a EDT. Enter at GolfSmarter.com/giveaway2020. Listen for details.This week on Golf Smarter Mulligans, Susan Hill, President of Fitness for Golf addresses fitness and nutrition in an episode we call “Golf’s Other Four Letter Word - FTNS (Fitness)! You can find Susan now at bodyforgolf.com Golf Smarter Mulligans is free and available each Friday wherever you get your favorite podcasts.If you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we’ve discussed, or if you’d like to share a comment about what you’ve heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com

740: James Leitz is the PGA Teaching Professional at Tchefuncta Golf Course in New Orleans, and was a featured presenter at the recent online Consistent Golf Summit. https://lf0d8trk.clqtrk.com/84K5B2/24X9WZ/ In this episode he breaks down the Four Laws of Golf which are Speed / Path / Face / Impact Point and gives tips and insights on how to successfully practice and achieve the goal. WIN A DOZEN EAGLE QUALITY PREMIUM USED GOLF BALLS OF YOUR CHOICE from TwoGuysWithGolfBalls.com! Deadline to win is Sunday, May 24 at Midnight PDT/3a EDT. Enter at GolfSmarter.com/giveaway2020. Listen for details.Congratulations to Pam J of Tallahassee, FL, winner of a custom fit 257+ Hybrid courtesy of KnuthGolf.com, and a Golf Cradle courtesy of GolfCradle.com. Get 25% off any purchase of a hybrid, fairway metal, or driver from KnuthGolf.com when you let them know you’re a Golf Smarter Listener. Purchase a Golf Cradle and save $5 with code “GOLFSMARTER”.This week on Golf Smarter Mulligans, Jim Waldron of BalancePointGolf.com discusses “Being Paralyzed with Too Many Swing Thoughts”. Golf Smarter Mulligans is free and available each Friday wherever you get your favorite podcasts.If you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we’ve discussed, or if you’d like to share a comment about what you’ve heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com

739: Josh Zander of ZanderGolf.com returns to cover a variety of golf topics including which stats to keep track of to identify your strengths and weaknesses, his all new ZanderGolf app for iOS & Android, and his 11yr old son who stars on many of the videos from the app and his YouTube channel. WIN A NEW CUSTOMIZED 257+ HYBRID from KNUTH GOLF! Deadline to win is Sunday, May 10 at Midnight PDT/3a EDT. Enter at GolfSmarter.com/giveaway2020. Listen for details. We’ve added a second prize for our next giveaway! Next winner will receive 2 prizes!! We’ve added the Golf Cradle to keep your clubs from banging around in your trunk. Save 25% on any 257+ Hybrid, Fairway Metal, or Drive you purchase from Knuth Golf ! Save $5 on a purchase of Golf Cradle with code “GOLFSMARTER” (make sure you use all caps)This week on Golf Smarter Mulligans, Scott Minni, author of Smash & Carve Golf joins us from Canada for and episode called “The Art of Ball Striking and Shot Making”. The book is available as a PDF at smashandcarvegolf.com. Golf Smarter Mulligans is free and available each Friday wherever you get your favorite podcasts.This episode of Golf Smarter is brought to you by CryoFreeze Pain Relief Roll-on. If you’re looking to relieve your muscle and joint pain within 15 minutes and need a natural, yet powerful solution that is tested & works, try CryoFreeze Pain Relief Roll-On.Go to omaxhealth.com and enter code GOLFSMARTER to get 20% off CryoFreeze and sitewide! Don’t let muscle soreness continue to be another excuse why you’re not playing well.  Go to omaxhealth.com and feel relief faster!If you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we’ve discussed, or if you’d like to share a comment about what you’ve heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com

738: Joe Hallett is a PGA Master Professional. That simply means that he teaches golf teachers. The last time he was on Golf Smarter was episode 9 in 2006 (which can be now heard on Golf Smarter Mulligans #2). In this conversation we talk about how to get the most out of your golf instructor, and what to focus on while practicing at home.WIN A NEW CUSTOMIZED 257+ HYBRID from KNUTH GOLF! Deadline to win is Sunday, May 10 at Midnight PDT/3a EDT. Enter at GolfSmarter.com/giveaway2020. Listen for details.Congratulations to Kelly R of Gettysburg, PA, winner of a pair of SQAIRZ golf shoes, hat, socks, bag, courtesy of SQAIRZ.com. Kelly will also get a new CLAW glove from CaddyDaddyGolf.com. This week on Golf Smarter Mulligans, Eric Alpenfels, Head Teaching Professional at Pinehurst Resorts introduces us to Instinct Putting. This method will greatly improve your lag and distance putting as it focuses on practicing while looking at the hole. The book “Instinct Putting” is available on Amazon. Golf Smarter Mulligans is free and available each Friday wherever you get your favorite podcasts.If you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we’ve discussed, or if you’d like to share a comment about what you’ve heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com