The Sweet Spot - Golf Podcast

In this episode, Jon and Adam interview their first guest, Marty Jertson - the VP of Fitting & Performance for PING Golf. Marty shares clubfitting knowledge from PING's research, debunks some myths, and talks about what it's like to warm up next to Tiger at a major. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What do you think about while you swing? Adam and Jon discuss a concept called "locus of attention." This one will get you thinking differently (no pun intended). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An overview of putting - why speed control is so important, how to control your start line, and green reading. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover practical ways to add distance to your drives by balancing factors like swing speed, launch angle, and spin rate. Learn about optimizing loft, tee height, and ball position for maximum driver performance. Explore the impact of analyzing ball flight and implementing effective training methods to enhance your golf game.

Part 2 of our discussion on wedge play. Understanding wedge design, how to play certain lies, and taking reader questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An overview of wedge play - its role in scoring, technique thoughts, and how to practice effectively Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Consistency is one of the most misused terms in golf. Let's clear it up! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Explore the delicate art of shot shaping in golf, learning whether to hit a fade or a draw. Discover the importance of mastering a single shot type for improved performance. Delve into the statistical nuances of shot dispersion and the mental challenges golfers face. Hear personal anecdotes on how swing path and clubface orientation impact each shot's outcome. Get practical tips for executing draws and fades, emphasizing the balance between experimentation and consistent swing mechanics.

This week Adam and Jon tackle four reader questions on the following topics: How do you balance trying to fix your swing vs. accepting variance during a round? What are valuables forms of practice on a home golf simulator? Exploring how having a positive angle of attack is different than your iron game and its potential benefits (or drawbacks) Multiple methods to gap your club distances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The golf world endlessly talks about technique as a way to improve. In this episode, Adam and Jon explore why skill is just as important and perhaps even more important than technique if you want to become a better golfer. Find out how to diagnose, and work on your skill level.   Visit Adam's site here Visit Jon's site here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices