Fit For Golf

If you are interested in developing club head speed, and driving the ball further, this episode is for you. Tre Mullins is a PGA Professional based in Tenesssee, who has dedicated himself to learning about and increasing his own speed over the last few years. The improvements he  and his students have made are extremely impressive. I hope you pick up some information that you can put to use in your own training. The all new Fit For Golf App is nearly here. If you are a current subscriber, keep an eye on your emails, and for those of you who aren’t subscribers there will be announcements on social media in the coming days. Enjoy the episode, and let me know if you have any feedback. As always ratings and reviews are welcome. @tremullinsgolf on Instagram

Dr Mike Grevlos is a professor of Psychology at the University of Sioux Falls in South Dakota. He teaches courses in sport psychology, motivation and emotion, and behavioral neuroscience.He has also served as a motivation and performance coach to golfers and other athletes for over 20 years.In this episode we cover a lot of topics related to the mind and performance, misconceptions Dr Grevlos sees in the golf psychology world, the value of meditation for golfers, how neuroplasticity changes with age, and the key role of focus during practice for making changes in how we move. Just a reminder before we get started that Fit For Golf has it’s own app with programs to suit all levels of golf and fitness. There are options for at home and at the gym, and if you’re skeptical about getting started there are workouts of just 5 minutes in duration! You can try the app for 1 month for just $1 with the code TRYFFGGo to fitforgolf.app to sign upNow to the interview!

Greg Grosicki, Ph.D., CEP,  is an Associate Professor in the Department of Health Sciences and Kinesiology and Director of the Exercise Physiology Laboratory in Georgia Southern University. Follow him on Twitter and Instagram: @DrGregGrosickiGreg is extremely interested in how we can alter lifestyle to  positively influence physical capacity as we age. He is also a high level endurance athlete, having completed Ironman Hawaii in 9 hours and 22 mins.I first came across his work reading a research paper he was the lead author on that investigated the effects of aging on slow and fast twitch muscle fiber mass, strength, and power. In this interview we dig into what he found, and how you can implement this information to age more athletically. If you are interested in a high level of physical function into later years for both golf and life, this is one you will enjoy. Just a reminder before we get started that Fit For Golf has it’s own app with programs to suit all levels of golf and fitness. There are options for at home and at the gym, and if you’re skeptical about getting started there are workouts of just 5 minutes in duration! You can try the app for 1 month for just $1 with the code TRYFFGGo to fitforgolf.app to sign up

After a 5 month break, the Fit For Golf Podcast is back, and I hope to bring you more frequent episodes. In today’s episode I talk with Greg Lehman, who is a trained chiropractor, physical therapist, and strength and conditioning coach. Greg is a very keen golfer and has also done some of his research studies in golf. We talk about the differences and similarities between chiros and physios, common misunderstandings, good vs bad practice, and things to look out for with a practitioner if you are looking for one. We also delve into whether swing mechanics can predict the likelihood of injury, the science of stretching, and why most things touted as improving recovery really don’t do much.Just before we get started I want to let everyone know of a promotion that is currently running on the Fit For Golf App. You can try the app for $1 for 1 month by using the discount code TRYFFG. Go to fitforgolf.app to sign up for the app and take advantage of this offer. There are home and gym workout programs suitable for all levels of fitness and golf skill. Find more from Greg: @GregLehmanhttps://www.greglehman.ca/

In this episode I am joined by Erik Barzeski. Erik is an excellent golf coach whom I have personally worked with on my own game through video analysis of swings recorded at rage sessions, which were absolutely fantastic. I first learned about Erik after reading the book he co authored, Lowest Score Wins. I reached out to Erik to let him know how impressed I was by the book, and we have stayed in contact since, discussing a wide range of golf improvement related topics. I am always impressed with Erik’s knowledge, so was glad to finally have him as a guest on the podcast.Just before we get started, a reminder that Fit For Golf has its own app. Golfers of all ages and all standards are making huge strides in their golf performance, fitness, and health. There are programs to suit everyone and there is an abundance of material to suit people working out at home or in the gym. Visit www.fitforgolf.blog/app to find out more. You can get 20% off a 12 month subscription with the code FFGPOD. If you enjoyed this podcast, leaving a rating and review in the app store is really helpful, and please let me know if you have any feedback or questions.

Jason Ochart is the guest in this episode. Jason has an extensive background working in baseball, specifically trying to help hitters increase their swing speed. He works for Driveline, a baseball performance training organisation taking the baseball world by storm, and was recently hired by the Boston Red Sox to be their director of hitting and program design. I was very curious to Pick Jason’s brain about the assessment and training of baseball hitters trying to increase swing and see if there was things we could transfer to golf. Jason brought a wealth of information and I hope you enjoy learning from him as much as I did.  I hope you enjoy the podcast and please let me know if you have any feedback.Just before we get started, a reminder that Fit For Golf has its own app. Golfers of all ages and all standards are making huge strides in their golf performance, fitness, and health. There are programs to suit everyone and there is an abundance of material to suit people working out at home or in the gym. Visit www.fitforgolf.blog/app to find out more. You can get 20% off a 12 month subscription with the code FFGPOD. If you enjoyed this podcast, leaving a rating and review in podcast app you use is really helpful, and please let me know if you have any feedback or questions.

In this episode of the Fit For Golf Podcast I am joined by Adam Young. Adam is a golf coach who specialises in skill development and motor learning. He believes that there is no single best way to swing a golf club, and that providing golfers with appropriate tasks to complete and the correct types of feedback can be a very powerful tool for enabling golfers to self organise a functional technique. Adam’s book The Practice Manual is one of the best books I have ever read, and I’m not just talking about golf books.If you have any questions after the podcast please feel free to inundate Adam with questions on Twitter. His handle is @adamyounggolfJust before we get started, a reminder that Fit For Golf has its own app. Golfers of all ages and all standards are making huge strides in their golf performance, fitness, and health. There are programs to suit everyone and there is an abundance of material to suit people working out at home or in the gym. Visit www.fitforgolf.blog/app to find out more. You can get 20% off a 12 month subscription with the code FFGPOD. 

Alan Aragon is a nutrition researcher and educator with over 30 years of success in the field. He is known as one of the most influential figures in the fitness industry’s movement towards evidence-based information. His notable clients include Stone Cold Steve Austin, Derek Fisher, and Pete Sampras. Alan writes a monthly research review (AARR) providing cutting-edge theoretical and practical information. Alan’s work has been published in popular magazines as well as the peer-reviewed scientific literature. He co-authored Nutrient Timing Revisited, the most-viewed article in the history of the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition (JISSN). He also is the lead author of the ISSN Position Stand on Diets & Body Composition. Alan maintains a private practice designing programs for recreational & professional athletes — and of course regular people striving to be their best.Just before we get started, a reminder that Fit For Golf has its own app. Golfers of all ages and all standards are making huge strides in their golf performance, fitness, and health. There are programs to suit everyone and there is an abundance of material to suit people working out at home or in the gym. Visit www.fitforgolf.blog/app to find out more. You can get 20% off a 12 month subscription with the code FFGPOD.

In this episode I am joined by Golf Analytics Expert Richie Hunt. Richie works with a number of PGA TOUR players by going deep on their statistics and identifying areas of possible improvement. He tells us about the types of things he looks into, what parts of the game are commonly over and under valued, and some things amateurs can think about in regards to their game. It’s really interesting to get an insight into some of the finer details that Richie studies, and learn from his findings. I hope you enjoy the podcast and please let me know if you have any feedback.Just before we get started, a reminder that Fit For Golf has its own app. Golfers of all ages and all standards are making huge strides in their golf performance, fitness, and health. There are programs to suit everyone and there is an abundance of material to suit people working out at home or in the gym. Visit www.fitforgolf.blog/app to find out more. You can get 20% off a 12 month subscription with the code FFGPOD. 

In this episode of the Fit For Golf Podcast. I am joined by Dr Rob Gray. Rob is an expert in skill acquisition, which is how we learn and improve at things like hitting golf balls , kicking footballs, or tying our shoe laces. I was delighted to have him as a guest and ask him about the science behind swing changes, and how we can best set up our practice routines to make changes stick.I hope you enjoy the podcast and please let me know if you have any feedback.Just before we get started, a reminder that Fit For Golf has it’s own app. Golfers of all ages and all standards are making huge strides in their golf performance, fitness, and health. There are programs to suit everyone and there is an abundance of material to suit people working out at home or in the gym. Visit www.fitforgolf.blog/app to find out more. You can get 20% off a 12 month subscription with the code FFGPOD. If you enjoy these podcasts and would like to help me grow the listener base please share the link with your golf buddies and leave a rating and review. 

In this episode I am joined by Mike Schofield. Mike did his masters degree research on power development in golfers and his Phd research on the biomechanics and physiology of elite track and field throwers, which has strong relevance for golf. Mike used to be a very keen golfer, being part of the NZ golf panel as a junior and having a +3 handicap. He also has experience in speed training for golf, having increased his own club head speed from 110 to 142mph, which we dig into! Mike’s knowledge and experience is of the highest level and I hope you enjoy his insights. Just before we get started, a reminder that Fit For Golf has it’s own app. Golfers of all ages and playing levels are making huge strides in their golf performance, fitness, and health. There are programs to suit everyone and there is an abundance of material to suit people working out at home or in the gym. Visit www.fitforgolf.blog/app to find out more. You can get 20% off a 12 month subscription with the code FFGPOD.

In this episode of the Fit For Golf Podcast. I am joined by Marty Jertson. Marty is the VP of fitting and performance for PING. He is also an exceptionally good golfer, having qualified for a number of major championships and PGA Tour events. Marty is genuinely one of my favorite people to talk to, and one of the smartest I know. He has a hugely vast knowledge of a wide range of golf performance variables and has tried his best to implement them into his own game and help others with theirs. In this episode we focus mainly on how conditions such as wind, moisture, and temperature affect our golf shots, and how we can improve our ability to factor them into our shot selection. We also a dig a little bit into Marty’s playing career, and hear him talk about his major championship experiences.Just before we get started, a reminder that Fit For Golf has it’s own app. Golfers of all ages and all standards are making huge strides in their golf performance, fitness, and health. There are programs to suit everyone and there is an abundance of material to suit people working out at home or in the gym. Visit www.fitforgolf.blog/app to find out more. You can get 20% off a 12 month subscription with the code FFGPOD. 

In this episode I am joined by Dr Tyler Standifird, a sports biomechanics PhD. Tyler works as the lead biomechanics researcher for SuperSpeed Golf. Through the research in his lab Tyler has been trying to figure out how to help us increase club head speed. He was also very involved in the recent changes to the SuperSpeed Golf Protocols. If you are interested in club head speed, and speed training, I am sure you will enjoy this episode. Just before we get started, a reminder that Fit For Golf has it’s own app. Golfers of all ages and all standards are making huge strides in their golf performance, fitness, and health. There are programs to suit everyone and there is an abundance of material to suit people working out at home or in the gym. Visit www.fitforgolf.blog/app to find out more. You can get 20% off a 12 month subscription with the code FFGPOD. 

Welcome to episode 31 of the Fit For Golf Podcast. I am joined by world long drive professional Martin Borgmeier. In the past 5 years Martin has increased his club head speed from the mid 120’s to high 150’s, and set a ball speed world record of 231mph. He has a very good understanding of the golf swing, physical training, and how to drive the golf ball further! If you are interested in gaining speed and distance, you will like this episode. Just before we get started, a reminder that Fit For Golf has it’s own app. Golfers of all ages and all standards are making huge strides in their golf performance, fitness, and health. There are programs to suit everyone and there is an abundance of material to suit people working out at home or in the gym. Visit www.fitforgolf.blog/app to find out more. You can get 20% off a 12 month subscription with the code FFGPOD. 

Welcome Back to the Fit For Golf Podcast. In this episode I am joined by Ian Fraser of Tour Experience Golf, better known as TXG. TXG has become very well known around the world for its expertise with golf equipment and fitting. In this episode with Ian we talk about what amatuers need to know for getting the most out of their equipment and club fitting sessions. I learned a lot from Ian in this episode and I hope you do too. If you enjoy the episode please take a couple of seconds to leave a rating & review, and share with your golf buddies.Just before we get started, a reminder that Fit For Golf has it’s own app. Golfers of all ages and all standards are making huge strides in their golf performance, fitness, and health. There are programs to suit everyone and there is an abundance of material to suit people working out at home or in the gym. Visit www.fitforgolf.blog/app to find out more. You can get 20% off a 12 month subscription with the code FFGPOD. 

In this episode I am joined by Dr. Keith Baar to talk about golfers and tennis elbow. Why do these injuries occur, and how can we rehab them? Dr. Baar is a world renowned tendon researcher and has an incredible amount of knowledge that he was kind enough to share. Please note, I have provided video demonstrations of the exercises discussed in a blog post on my website www.fitforgolf.blog.  Just go to the blog section of the website and click on the post labeled “Golfers and Tennis Elbow Rehab”. Just before we get started, a reminder that Fit For Golf has it’s own app. Golfers of all ages and all standards are making huge strides in their golf performance, fitness, and health. There are programs to suit everyone and there is an abundance of material appropriate for people working out at home or in the gym. Visit www.fitforgolf.blog/app to find out more. You can get 20% off a 12 month subscription with the code FFGPOD. Note: The information in this podcast is not intended to replace professional medical advice.

Welcome back to the Fit For Golf Podcast. In this episode I am joined by Dr Sasho Mackenzie. Sasho is regarded by many as the world’s leading golf biomechanics researcher. He works as a consultant for many of the worlds top golf coaches and players. He also has an extensive background as a strength and conditioning coach and plays to a +2 hcp himself. The main topic of discussion was how wrist angles in the golf swing influence club head speed. We also touched on hand speed, should golfers spend time isolating grip strength in their training, and how Overload & Overspeed training with The Stack System can play a role in improving your swing mechanics and club head speed. Sasho was also the guest for episode 13 of this Podcast, and in both episodes he provided a wealth of information. I hope you enjoy.Just before we get started a quick reminder that FFG has it’s own app. It is currently being used by over 4500 golfers around the world, ranging all the way from PGA Tour winners, to high handicaps beginners, to juniors, and seniors. There are programs to suit everyone and the detailed video instruction makes it very simple to follow. You can get a 20% off a one year subscription by entering the code FFGPODYou will not find it in the app store just yet, you must go to the website www.fitforgolf.blog/app

In this episode of the Fit For Golf Podcast I am joined by Justin Parsons. Justin is a golf coach. His pupils include Louis Oosthuizen, Harris English, Brian Harmon, and Patton Kizzire. As you can probably guess, Justin is a great golf coach, and he is very interested in how humans can train to perform better. In this episode we dig into how Justin approaches golf improvement. He provides many valuable nuggets along the way. A quick reminder that Fit For Golf has its own App.It is currently being used by over 4000 golfers around the world, ranging all the way from PGA Tour winners, to high handicaps beginners, to juniors, and seniors. There are programs to suit everyone and the detailed video instruction makes it very simple to follow. You can get a 20% off a one year subscription by entering the code FFGPODYou will not find it in the app store, you must go to the website www.fitforgolf.blog/app

In this episode of the Fit For Golf Podcast I am joined by PGA Tour Player Seamus Power. Seamus is currently on an upward trend that few golfers in the world can rival. At the beginning of 2021 he was ranked 434th in the world. Since then he has won his first PGA Tour event, picked up 5 top 10’s and climbed to 70th in the world rankings. In this episode we discuss how his game has improved so much, and what he plans to do to get even better. I got to know Seamus in May 2020 when we started working together on his physical training. He is a superb athlete, clearly a world class golfer, and an extremely nice guy. During our hour long conversation Seamus is very open in detailing how he has approached golf improvement. While he is at a level that very few can relate to I think any keen golfer can learn from the lessons he shares. A quick reminder that Fit For Golf has its own App.It is currently being used by nearly 4000 golfers around the world, ranging all the way from PGA Tour winners, to high handicaps beginners, to juniors, and seniors. There are programs to suit everyone and the detailed video instruction makes it very simple to follow. You can get a 20% off a one year subscription by entering the code FFGPODYou will not find it in the app store, you must go to the website www.fitforgolf.blog/appLastly, there is a little bit of muffled audio in the 90 seconds of this episode as I reposition a microphone. My apologies! I hope you enjoy the episode, and please feel free to share your feedback! 

n this episode I am joined by Alex Ehlert. Alex has a PhD in Human Movement Sciences and is an Assistant Professor of Exercise Science. I got to know Alex through social media. He has done a lot of research on the correlation between different physical strength, power, and mobility measures and club head speed, and posted many helpful graphics. He recently published a paper in the European Journal Of Sport Science titled: The Correlations Between Physical Correlations and Golf Club Head Speed. In this discussion we dug into what he found, and how he advises you approach working on your club head speed. Just before we get started, a quick reminder that Fit For Golf has its own App. It is currently being used by nearly 4000 golfers around the world, ranging all the way from PGA Tour winners, to high handicaps beginners, to juniors, and seniors. There are programs to suit everyone and the detailed video instruction makes it very simple to follow. You can get a 20% off a one year subscription by entering the code FFGPODYou will not find it in the app store, you must go to the website.www.fitforgolf.blog/app