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Author: Mike Carroll

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Conversations to help you improve your golf, fitness, and health.
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Mike covers the science and practical application of strength training for golfers. Part 2 of 2. Improve Mobility, Strength, & Club Head Speed with structured programs on the Fit For Golf App. Download & start your 7 day FREE trial. Apple: https://fitforgolf.blog/podcast-ios Android: https://fitforgolf.blog/podcast-android
Mike covers the science and practical application of strength training for golfers. Improve Mobility, Strength, & Club Head Speed with structured programs on the Fit For Golf App. Download & start your 7 day FREE trial. Apple: https://fitforgolf.blog/podcast-ios Android: https://fitforgolf.blog/podcast-android
Mike goes into a deep dive about speed training for golfers. Download The Fit For Golf App: Apple: https://fitforgolf.blog/podcast-ios Android: https://fitforgolf.blog/podcast-android
Dr Darren Candow joins Mike to discuss the value of creatine supplementation for golf performance and general health. Fit For Golf App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/fit-for-golf-2-0/id6458875869 Instagram @dr.darrencandow Download the Fit For Golf App! Start your FREE 7-day trial — no payment details required. Get full access to training programs to increase mobility, strength, and club head speed. Decide after the free trial if you want to continue with a subscription. Apple: https...
#67 - Listener Q & A

#67 - Listener Q & A

2025-06-0724:58

Mike answer's questions about training from listeners. -Grip Strength -Which squat variation is best for golfers -Rehabbing from rotator cuff surgery -Role of the arms in the downswing -Legs getting tired at the end of a round -Progressively overload at home with light weights
Mike discusses the critical importance of power training for long term fitness, health, and golf performance.
Erik Barzeski, a highly renowned golf coach joins the show to discuss some of the key differences between pro and amateur swings.
In this episode professional golfer Raj Ghosh discuses his path to professional golf, how he works on his game, and what he learned from playing in Q schools and the Korn Ferry Tour.
Mike discusses potential ways to structure your training in areas where there is year round golf.
Can common "swing flaws" like Over The Top and Early Extension be "fixed" in the gym.
You want to lose fat. You don't want lose muscle mass. Maybe you event want to gain muscle and lose fat at the same time. Is this possible, or likely? This is what we tackle in the episode.
#60 - Listener Q&A

#60 - Listener Q&A

2025-04-0927:57

Mike answers questions from listeners and Twitter followers.
Karl Morris has been a performance coach to multiple major champions and amateurs of all levels. He has been highly respected in the world of golf for many years and he provided some very helpful information on this show.
What can we do to reduce recovery time?
You can't just enter the gym and load the bar with the heaviest weight you can lift. You must ramp up to your work sets. This will help reduce injury risk and increase strength gains.
Reasonably quickly after you start strength training, gains start to slow down, and then seemingly stop. This episode will provide you with some knoweldge to help work past these barriers.
Keep your training on track when dealing with injuries.
Mike discusses common mistakes people make with In Season training, and how you can tweak your workouts to strike a balance between training and golf.
Simple tips on what and when to eat and drink for maintaining energy levels on the golf course.
Mike discusses the key components of increasing club head in a short solo segment.
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Rh82

I really enjoyed this interview. a great insight into Seamus's mindset, sometimes less is more.

Jan 17th
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