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>>Master Mobility & Flexibility with GolfForever: The best way to work on your golf fitness at home or the gym, with easy to follow plans & app (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 15%).  >>Simplify Golf Fitness at Home with Dynamic Golfers: Follow no-equipment, at home routines for pre-round and to improve mobility (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 10%)  7-Day FREE Shot Pattern Trial: The best golf GPS + stat tracking to help you manage your round and make better decisions (20% off w/my link). Most golfers think their round starts when they hit their opening tee shot—but your performance is often influenced by what you do in the 60 minutes before you tee off. In this episode, I'm breaking down 7 common pre-round mistakes that can cost you shots before the round even begins.  I'll also share the pre-round strategies I use in tournament golf to activate my body, prepare my mind, build confidence, and make the first tee feel like just another shot. In this episode, you'll learn: Why you need to activate your body before hitting balls Why arriving early makes it much easier to prepare without feeling rushed. How to use your car ride to get mentally ready instead of scrolling, stressing, or thinking about your swing. Why most golfers have a pathetic putting warm-up and how to make those final minutes more productive. How planning your opening holes can eliminate unnecessary decisions and uncertainty. Why score goals can create unnecessary pressure before you've even hit a shot The goal isn't to find your golf swing 20 minutes before your tee time. It's to get your body activated, mind prepared, and game ready so you can step onto the first tee with confidence. LEARN THE WICKED SMART GOLF SYSTEM Apply for 1:1 performance coaching with Michael (limited spots available) Join Wicked Smart Golf Academy To Lower Your HDCP Fast: Proven paths to break 90, break 80, and crush competitive golf (no swing changes required) Join the Wicked Smart Golf Newsletter and get 5 FREE practice plans. Recommended Products Speed Train With Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%)  Think Like a Pro with DECADE Golf: The #1 course management system to think like a pro (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Use HackMotion for Better Ballstriking: The best wrist trainer in golf and become your swing coach (use code WICKEDSMART to save 5% on your investment).  Speed Train with HiiTs Driver: Developed by 3X WLD Champion, Fast Eddie, this hittable driver will help you add distance while hitting balls (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 10%). Wicked Smart Golf Books Play better FAST with the Wicked Smart Golf Trilogy on Amazon or Audible.  Simplify "golf fitness" with my book, The Wicked Smart Golf Fitness Formula on Amazon. Or, listen to it on Audible.  Follow Wicked Smart Golf   Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram   Subscribe on YouTube

>>Think Like a Pro with DECADE Golf: The #1 course management system to think like a pro (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). >>Get my FREE guide, 10 Course Management Secrets LEARN THE WICKED SMART GOLF SYSTEM Apply for 1:1 performance coaching with Michael (limited spots available) Join Wicked Smart Golf Academy To Lower Your HDCP Fast: Proven paths to break 90, break 80, and crush competitive golf (no swing changes required) Join the Wicked Smart Golf Newsletter and get 5 FREE practice plans. Recommended Products Speed Train With Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%)  Shot Pattern: The best golf GPS + stat tracking to help you manage your round and make better decisions (20% off w/my link). Master Mobility & Flexibility with Golf Forever: The best way to work on your golf fitness at home or the gym, with easy to follow plans & app (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 15%).  Use HackMotion for Better Ballstriking: The best wrist trainer in golf and become your swing coach (use code WICKEDSMART to save 5% on your investment).  Speed Train with HiiTs Driver: Developed by 3X WLD Champion, Fast Eddie, this hittable driver will help you add distance while hitting balls (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 10%). James Berry is a former professional golfer, performance coach, and author of The College Golfer. Drawing from years of competing at an elite level and guiding top players, James breaks down what truly separates great golfers from the pack.  In this episode, we explore the habits, mindset, and training principles that fuel consistent performance—including how to practice with purpose, manage pressure, and build the confidence to compete at your best. When you listen to this interview, you will learn: The power of your self-image Why you need to develop discipline How to simulate driving pressure practice at the range Habits of the professional golfers he works with that you can steal  Follow James Berry on Instagram and check out his website.  Wicked Smart Golf Books Play better FAST with the Wicked Smart Golf Trilogy on Amazon or Audible.  Simplify "golf fitness" with my book, The Wicked Smart Golf Fitness Formula on Amazon. Or, listen to it on Audible.  Follow Wicked Smart Golf   Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram   Subscribe on YouTube 

>>Speed Train With Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%)  >>Download my FREE distance guide to add 10+ yards in 60 days LEARN THE WICKED SMART GOLF SYSTEM Apply for 1:1 performance coaching with Michael (limited spots available) Join Wicked Smart Golf Academy To Lower Your HDCP Fast: Proven paths to break 90, break 80, and crush competitive golf (no swing changes required) Join the Wicked Smart Golf Newsletter and get 5 FREE practice plans. Recommended Products Shot Pattern: The best golf GPS + stat tracking to help you manage your round and make better decisions (20% off w/my link). Master Mobility & Flexibility with Golf Forever: The best way to work on your golf fitness at home or the gym, with easy to follow plans & app (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 15%).  Use HackMotion for Better Ballstriking: The best wrist trainer in golf and become your swing coach (use code WICKEDSMART to save 5% on your investment).  Speed Train with HiiTs Driver: Developed by 3X WLD Champion, Fast Eddie, this hittable driver will help you add distance while hitting balls (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 10%). ABOUT THIS EPISODE Jess Lapachinsky is a sports performance mental coach and strength and conditioning coach with around 20 years of experience working with athletes and coaches. After working extensively in strength conditioning, student-athlete development, and coaching at a private boarding school, she pursued a master's degree in sports and exercise psychology. Today, through her private practice, Victory Lap Mindset, she provides individualized mental coaching to youth, collegiate, and professional golfers.  Topics Covered Developing a Flexible Mindset: How successful golfers manage on-course adversity by accepting that rounds rarely go perfectly. Redefining Confidence: Viewing confidence as a forward-thinking mindset and a belief in one's ability to handle mistakes, rather than relying strictly on past success. Managing Negative Self-Talk: Strategies for allowing initial negative thoughts to pass without judgment and using intentional "second thoughts" to refocus on the next shot's process. Body Language and "Eyes Up Always": Utilizing positive posture, inspired by Rory McIlroy, to improve breathing, project confidence, and support teammates. External Focus vs. Swing Mechanics: Why players should prioritize external targets over internal technical swing thoughts to prevent hesitation and stiffness. Pre-Round & Night-Before Routines: Emphasizing the rule of "nothing new on game day," visualizing the first three holes, and staying anchored in a consistent pre-shot routine. Journaling and Off-Course Growth: Why writing down reflections and tracking successes helps athletes retain perspective and process mental growth. And more mental golf tips. Follow Jess Lapahinski on Instagram and check out her website.  Wicked Smart Golf Books Play better FAST with the Wicked Smart Golf Trilogy on Amazon or Audible.  Simplify "golf fitness" with my book, The Wicked Smart Golf Fitness Formula on Amazon. Or, listen to it on Audible.  Follow Wicked Smart Golf   Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram   Subscribe on YouTube 

>>Download my FREE distance guide to add 10+ yards in 60 days LEARN THE WICKED SMART GOLF SYSTEM Apply for 1:1 performance coaching with Michael (limited spots available) Join Wicked Smart Golf Academy To Lower Your HDCP Fast: Proven paths to break 90, break 80, and crush competitive golf (no swing changes required) Join the Wicked Smart Golf Newsletter and get 5 FREE practice plans. Recommended Products Shot Pattern: The best golf GPS + stat tracking to help you manage your round and make better decisions (20% off w/my link). Master Mobility & Flexibility with Golf Forever: The best way to work on your golf fitness at home or the gym, with easy to follow plans & app (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 15%).  Use HackMotion for Better Ballstriking: The best wrist trainer in golf and become your swing coach (use code WICKEDSMART to save 5% on your investment).  Speed Train with HiiTs Driver: Developed by 3X WLD Champion, Fast Eddie, this hittable driver will help you add distance while hitting balls (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 10%). ABOUT THIS EPISODE Five straight weeks of tournament golf gave me plenty of wins, mistakes, and lessons to unpack. In this episode, I recap some of my biggest takeaways from recent podcast guests, what I learned from competing at Amoia, a 66-68 win at Encanto, and the highs and lows from RVCC and Centennial. We'll talk routines, self-talk, sticking to one shot shape, learning from your misses, speed training, course strategy, and why sometimes it's just not your week. Plus, the biggest lessons from guests like Jared Tendler, Nik Neal, and Mike Fox from September to help your game.  Wicked Smart Golf Books Play better FAST with the Wicked Smart Golf Trilogy on Amazon or Audible.  Simplify "golf fitness" with my book, The Wicked Smart Golf Fitness Formula on Amazon. Or, listen to it on Audible.  Follow Wicked Smart Golf   Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram   Subscribe on YouTube 

>>Get a FREE PXG fitting with the code "WICKEDSMART"  >>Join Wicked Smart Golf Academy To Lower Your HDCP Fast: Proven paths to break 90, break 80, and crush competitive golf (no swing changes required) Today I interview Mike Fox, a seasoned fitter from PXG with seven years of experience, to discuss how finding the right golf equipment can instantly improve your game without making a single swing change.  From understanding why graphite shafts aren't just for seniors to avoiding common setup mistakes with drivers, irons, and putters, this episode breaks down the science and strategies behind custom golf club fitting. In this episode, you will learn:  Why fitting helps every golfer: Discover why off-the-rack clubs and hand-me-downs put a hard ceiling on your potential, no matter your handicap level. The hidden truth about driver setups: Why playing a shorter driver shaft and adding loft often yields longer carry and total distances for the average player. How custom lie angles fix shot dispersion: Learn how simple adjustments to your irons' lie angle can immediately stop your ball from leaking right or pulling left. The rise of combo sets and seven woods: Why traditional long irons are disappearing from player bags and how modern head designs can optimize your launch windows. The #1 club you should actually get fit for: Why putters—not drivers—account for the majority of your score and how new putter head shapes and zero-torque designs offer instant stability. And more golf equipment tips.  WICKED SMART GOLF  Apply for 1:1 performance coaching with Michael (limited spots available) Join the Wicked Smart Golf Newsletter and get 5 FREE practice plans. Recommended Products Speed Train With Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%)  Shot Pattern: The best golf GPS + stat tracking to help you manage your round and make better decisions (20% off w/my link). Think Like a Pro with DECADE Golf: The #1 course management system to think like a pro (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Master Mobility & Flexibility with Golf Forever: The best way to work on your golf fitness at home or the gym, with easy to follow plans & app (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 15%).  Use HackMotion for Better Ballstriking: The best wrist trainer in golf and become your swing coach (use code WICKEDSMART to save 5% on your investment).  Speed Train with HiiTs Driver: Developed by 3X WLD Champion, Fast Eddie, this hittable driver will help you add distance while hitting balls (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 10%). Wicked Smart Golf Books Play better FAST with the Wicked Smart Golf Trilogy on Amazon or Audible.  Simplify "golf fitness" with my book, The Wicked Smart Golf Fitness Formula on Amazon. Or, listen to it on Audible.  Follow Wicked Smart Golf   Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram   Subscribe on YouTube