Better Golf Academy: Strategy to Awesome Golf

We all want to get better at golf. But for whatever the reason, our game just doesn’t improve. Sound familiar? Well, I am here to share the best secrets of improving your score. This podcast NOT about giving you swing techniques or swing tips but it’s about giving you specific strategies, a tangible plan and a fun way to improve your score! So, welcome to Better Golf Academy Podcast…are you ready? Alright, HERE WE GO!

Stop Wasting Strokes 02/18/2025

Stop Wasting Strokes Most golfers focus on their driver and irons, but the real secret to lower scores is your short game. In this episode, we’re diving into three essential chip shots that every golfer needs to master: Chip and Run – The high-percentage shot for consistency and control Backspin Shot – The one-hop stop that gives you precision around the greens Lob Shot – The high, soft-landing shot for tricky pin positions We’ll break down when and why to use each shot, how they can shave strokes off your game, and why improving your chipping might be the fastest way to start shooting lower scores. If you’re tired of missing up-and-down opportunities, this episode is for you. Llet’s get your short game dialed in! Links: Get your 3 Drills: Learn the 3 Types of Chips: Website: Instagram: @bettergolfacademy Youtube: TikTok: Contact Me: /episode/index/show/bettergolfacademy/id/35325360

What Gets Measured Gets Mastered 02/11/2025

What Gets Measured Gets Mastered In this episode, we dive into the power of tracking your golf rounds and why what isn’t measured doesn’t exist in golf. If you’ve been stuck at the same handicap, it’s time to rethink your approach. We break down the key stats you should be tracking—like fairways hit, greens in regulation, and putts per round—and how this data can reveal game-changing insights. Stop guessing what’s holding you back and start making smarter practice decisions. We’ll also discuss how setting clear, measurable goals can transform your improvement process. Whether you're a weekend golfer or striving for competitive play, this episode will give you the tools to take your game to the next level! Links: Find out how I log my stats: Website: Instagram: @bettergolfacademy Youtube: TikTok: Contact Me: /episode/index/show/bettergolfacademy/id/35242990

Mastering the Subconscious Mind in Golf 02/04/2025

Mastering the Subconscious Mind in Golf In this episode, we dive into the transformative power of trusting your subconscious mind to improve your golf game. When you let go of overthinking and self-doubt, you allow your body to perform the skills you’ve practiced effortlessly. We’ll explore why trusting your instincts leads to smoother swings, better focus, and more confidence on the course—whether you’re facing a crucial putt or teeing off under pressure. But trusting your subconscious isn’t always easy. We’ll break down why it’s so hard to let go of control and share practical strategies to build that trust, from visualization and pre-shot routines to staying present and embracing the process. Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a seasoned pro, this episode will give you the tools to unlock your mental game and play with more freedom, consistency, and joy. Whether you’re battling overthinking or looking to build unshakable confidence, this episode will give you the tools and insights to take your mental game to the next level. Instagram: @bettergolfacademy Youtube: TikTok: Contact MeSe: /episode/index/show/bettergolfacademy/id/35150575

Your Identity will Be Your Breakthrough 01/28/2025

Your Identity will Be Your Breakthrough In this episode of Better Golf Academy, we dive into the powerful connection between your self-image and your performance on the golf course. We explore how your identity shapes your actions, sets your limits, and ultimately determines your success. You'll learn why aligning your conscious mind, subconscious mind, and self-image is crucial for breaking through to the next level of your game. We discuss practical strategies inspired by Lanny Bassham’s With Winning in Mind, including how to redefine your self-image, harness the power of visualization, and build a mindset that thrives under pressure. Whether you’re a casual player or a competitive golfer, this episode will show you how your mental blueprint can unlock your full potential. Instagram: @bettergolfacademy Youtube: TikTok: Contact Me: /episode/index/show/bettergolfacademy/id/35050655

The Secret to Clutch Success 01/21/2025

The Secret to Clutch Success In this episode of the Better Golf Academy Podcast, we explore the mental strategies behind those jaw-dropping, game-winning moments in sports. From Jon Rahm’s unbelievable 66-foot playoff putt at the 2020 BMW Championship to Derek Fisher’s iconic 0.4-second buzzer-beater in the 2004 NBA playoffs, we break down how athletes deliver under the highest pressure. Drawing insights from Lanny Bassham’s book With Winning in Mind, we discuss three transformative strategies to help you stay calm and execute when it matters most: focusing on the process over the outcome, mastering mental rehearsal, and controlling self-talk. Host Hanju Lee shares his personal journey of applying these principles to finally pass the grueling PAT exam, proving that the right mindset can turn impossible moments into personal triumphs. If you’re ready to improve your mental game and learn how to create your own “miracle shots,” this episode is for you. /episode/index/show/bettergolfacademy/id/34946335

Focus Secrets 03/13/2020

Focus Secrets In this episode of the Better Golf Academy, I help you simplify your mental load by showing you how to FOCUS on the external, not on the internal. Find out what that means. /episode/index/show/bettergolfacademy/id/13534295

How to Gain Confidence 02/14/2020

How to Gain Confidence In this episode of the Better Golf Academy, I help you understand the psychology behind confidence and go over the ways to gain it and implement it into our game. /episode/index/show/bettergolfacademy/id/13147187

Preparing Beginners to Play their First Round 01/17/2020

Preparing Beginners to Play their First Round In this episode of the Better Golf Academy, I help prepare those that are thinking about playing golf this year to figure out what to work on to be ready to tee it up for the first time and also go over proper etiquette to make your first round a huge success. /episode/index/show/bettergolfacademy/id/12773849

What is Mindfulness? 12/05/2019

What is Mindfulness? In this episode of the Better Golf Academy, I discuss why it is so important in golf to be in the moment. I truly believe in order to conquer this game to play our best, we have to control our thoughts. Mindfulness is a mental state that can be achieved. /episode/index/show/bettergolfacademy/id/12296270

Three Fundamental Questions Answered 11/14/2019

Three Fundamental Questions Answered In this episode of the Better Golf Academy, I discuss the science of golf. Why? Because I believe if you understand it, it will give you a deeper insight to help you work on and improving the areas you have the control to change. /episode/index/show/bettergolfacademy/id/12035582

How to Get Motivated 10/31/2019

How to Get Motivated In this episode of the Better Golf Academy, I discuss how the motivation works and why after a certain point, or when it gets too hard, or when we start losing steam, drive, and motivation...we slowly fade out and even quit. But what keeps us motivated? /episode/index/show/bettergolfacademy/id/11862548

How to Play the Par 3s Better 10/17/2019

How to Play the Par 3s Better In this episode of the Better Golf Academy, I discuss the insight of the par 3s and the ways to help you avoid your blow ups. It’s about approaching the hole with some strategic mindset and figuring out what important facts to look for... /episode/index/show/bettergolfacademy/id/11687360

Managing Your Expectations 10/10/2019

Managing Your Expectations In this episode of the Better Golf Academy, we find out through research that we are terrible predictors of our own happiness after the round. And the key factor in our growth and the enjoyment of the game is all wrapped around expectations. /episode/index/show/bettergolfacademy/id/11585942

Should I Walk or Should I Ride? 10/02/2019

Should I Walk or Should I Ride? In this episode of the Better Golf Academy, I discuss the benefits of walking vs. riding. But more importantly, I address the philosophy called "The Aggregation of Marginal Gains" which is the idea of searching for a tiny margin of improvement in everything that we do. This is truly the game changer...mind blown! /episode/index/show/bettergolfacademy/id/11485364

Secret Sauce to Awesome Practice 09/19/2019

Secret Sauce to Awesome Practice In this episode of the Better Golf Academy, I talk about the 3 elements of practice that help explain what happens in our brain when we do it correctly to maximize our potential to truly improve. I also share about how talent is something we make. /episode/index/show/bettergolfacademy/id/11318444

How to Change Your Breathing to Better Golf 09/11/2019

How to Change Your Breathing to Better Golf In this episode of the Better Golf Academy, I talk about how proper breathing can replenish something that the stress and anxiety of the current situation or the current golf shot have taken away. If done properly, it can truly prepare our body and mind to perform our best. /episode/index/show/bettergolfacademy/id/11214491

How to Dominate the Par 5s 09/04/2019

How to Dominate the Par 5s In this episode of the Better Golf Academy, I talk about how average golfers like us play the par 5s. We just want to hit the ball as far as we can on each shot. We think if we hit first 2 shots long and straight on a par 5, we are home free to a birdie. But, the truth is, those 2 longs perfect shots are hard to come by. In fact, this idea might be the reason why your score is blowing up on these Par 5s. I believe there’s a better way. /episode/index/show/bettergolfacademy/id/11120066

How Keeping Score Can Ruin Your Life 08/27/2019

How Keeping Score Can Ruin Your Life In this session of the Better Golf Academy, I talk about how most players have "Score" goals which leave them in the comfort zone and keeps them from playing their best golf. I suggest a new idea of keeping score which will change the entire paradigm! /episode/index/show/bettergolfacademy/id/11021846

How Do I Really Improve My Golf Game? 08/20/2019

How Do I Really Improve My Golf Game? In this episode of the Better Golf Academy, I talk about how to really create the right mindset and strategy for improving your golf game. There are too many golfers who do not know how to practice effectively and therefore never improve their score. I provide tangible options to improve your score this week. /episode/index/show/bettergolfacademy/id/10924249

Better Golf Academy: Strategy to Awesome Golf

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