The Sweet Spot - Golf Podcast

Dr. Greg Rose, the co-founder of the Titleist Performance Institute, joins us for a wide-ranging discussion on how to take care of your body for golf. We discuss mobility, pain, injury prevention, strength training, how to increase swing speed, and plenty of other topics. Dr. Rose shares tons of research from TPI that will help dispel many myths and hopefully motivate you to do the right kind of work to play golf pain-free and improve your performance!Thank you to our show sponsors SwingU and HelloFresh!The SwingU is the #1 GPS app for golfers who want to become better course managers and take a deeper dive into their games with strokes-gained analysis. It's jam-packed with features that will help you on and off the golf course. Sweet Spot listeners can get 30% off their first year's annual subscription to SwingU Plus or SwingU Pro. Use code SWEETSPOT at https://www.swingu.com/upgrade/•With HelloFresh, you get farm-fresh, pre-portioned ingredients and seasonal recipes delivered right to your doorstep. Skip trips to the grocery store and count on HelloFresh to make home cooking easy, fun, AND affordable – that’s why it’s America’s #1 meal kit, and Jon has been a customer for over a year. To get 50% off and free shipping on your first box use code sweetspot50 or visit this link: https://hellofresh.com/sweetspot50 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this two-part series, Adam and Jon discuss the pros and cons of the popular phrase "swing your swing." We talk about our philosophy on the golf swing and the role of aesthetics versus functionality. Should golfers stick with a swing that feels more natural to them or try to change to another version of that swing? Lot's to discuss!Thank you to our show sponsor, SwingU and HelloFresh!The SwingU is the #1 GPS app for golfers who want to become better course managers and take a deeper dive into their games with strokes-gained analysis. It's jam-packed with features that will help you on and off the golf course. Sweet Spot listeners can get 30% off their first year's annual subscription to SwingU Plus or SwingU Pro. Use code SWEETSPOT at https://www.swingu.com/upgrade/•With HelloFresh, you get farm-fresh, pre-portioned ingredients and seasonal recipes delivered right to your doorstep. Skip trips to the grocery store and count on HelloFresh to make home cooking easy, fun, AND affordable – that’s why it’s America’s #1 meal kit, and Jon has been a customer for over a year. To get 50% off and free shipping on your first box use code sweetspot50 or visit this link: https://hellofresh.com/sweetspot50 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts discuss the pros and cons of 'swing your swing' in golf, focusing on aesthetics versus functionality. They explore the trade-off between conscious thinking and target focus, emphasizing the importance of mental focus. The concept of 'swing your swing' is explored in depth, highlighting the need to find a unique style and avoiding blindly adopting others' swings. The advantages and disadvantages of 'swing your swing' are examined, with emphasis on personal technique and potential drawbacks of inconsistency.

James Laidlaw from InHome Golf, an expert in building home golf simulators, joins the show to discuss various topics including room sizing, launch monitors, budget, turf, projectors, and impact screens. The chapter highlights the importance of space, impact screens, and determining the aspect ratio for a home golf simulator setup. They also talk about safety considerations and functionality in building a home golf simulator.

James Hong, a renowned junior golf instructor, joins us to discuss the state of the junior game and what has changed over the last 20 years. We also explore best practices for getting kids interested in golf, how to develop junior players, and common pitfalls for parents. Plus, you might learn a few new ways to practice and approach the game as an adult!Thank you to our show sponsor, Hello Fresh!With HelloFresh, you get farm-fresh, pre-portioned ingredients and seasonal recipes delivered right to your doorstep. Skip trips to the grocery store and count on HelloFresh to make home cooking easy, fun, AND affordable – that’s why it’s America’s #1 meal kit, and Jon has been a customer for over a year. To get 65% off and free shipping use code sweetspot65 or visit this link: https://hellofresh.com/sweetspot65 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mental performance coach Jared Tendler discusses his unique approach to golf psychology, including aligning expectations with reality, the concept of moving average, and managing high expectations. He also explores the psychology behind golf performance and offers tips for improving confidence and handling emotions. The episode concludes with a preview of Jared's upcoming book and opportunities for golfers to share their stories.

Korn Ferry Tour member Ashton Van Horne discusses what it's like to play professional golf and chase the dream of making it to the PGA Tour. Ashton opens up about all of his preparation, how to deal with pressure and plenty of other insights that you will find fascinating!Thank you to our show sponsor Hello Fresh! With HelloFresh, you get farm-fresh, pre-portioned ingredients and seasonal recipes delivered right to your doorstep. Skip trips to the grocery store and count on HelloFresh to make home cooking easy, fun, AND affordable – that’s why it’s America’s #1 meal kit, and Jon has been a customer for over a year. To get 65% off and free shipping use code sweetspot65 or visit this link: https://hellofresh.com/sweetspot65 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More golf advice (especially on the swing) is available than ever. But is consuming too much of it making you better or worse? We discuss common mistakes and how best to filter out info - even from Adam and Jon! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marty Jertson and Chris Broadie from Ballnamic (operated by PING) join us to discuss all the factors that go into choosing the right golf ball. Let's get past the marketing fluff and learn what makes each brand's models differ from one another and how they can affect your performance on the course.To learn more about Ballnamic, you can visit their website here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The new year is almost here, and avid golfers at every level of the game will be thinking about what they hope to achieve in 2023. In this two-part series, performance coach Kent Osbourne joins us to discuss how to reflect on your past year and then properly set goals for the following year. To read the article mentioned in this episode, click on this link. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices