Golf psychology articles to improve your mental game for tournament golfers, golf instructors, and parents. Learn mental strategies to improve performance.
How to Ride the Momentum in Golf Is momentum a real thing in golf, or is it just a convenient way to explain back-to-back top finishes? Every time a golfer wins two events in a row, the commentary follows: “She’s got momentum heading into the next tournament.” It sounds right. But it misses what’s actually happening. Momentum in golf isn’t … Golf Psychology Article>>
Mental Strategies to Master Your Inner Golf Game You’ve probably heard the saying: golf is a game played on a five-inch course, the space between your ears. If you’ve played for any length of time, you’ve felt the truth of that firsthand. Your inner golf game determines more about your score than your swing mechanics do. Still, most golfers pour … Golf Psychology Article>>
How Can Golfers Overcome the Yips? When Doubt Takes Over Your Game Have you ever stood over a shot knowing exactly what you want to do, yet feeling completely unsure about what your swing will produce? That disconnect between intention and execution is what golfers with the yips experience on every tee box, every fairway, and every green. The yips … Golf Psychology Article>>
How Can You Cope with Extreme Weather Conditions? How well are you able to adapt to extremely challenging weather conditions during a competitive round? Do high winds or frigid temperatures interfere with your ability to commit to shots? Few things test a golfer’s mental game like extreme weather. Strong winds, cold temperatures, rain, or swirling gusts don’t just affect ball … Golf Psychology Article>>
How do you Gain Golf Confidence with Slow Progress? First of all, it is important to understand that confidence is earned. Too often, golfers view confidence as something discovered, for example, “I finally found my confidence.” Other times, golfers believe winning “gives” them confidence. These views ignore that confidence is built through the work you do every day. You don’t … Golf Psychology Article>>
How to Stay Composed When Frustration Spikes in Golf? Do You Struggle to Deal with Frustration in Your Golf Game? Golf is a sport of focus, unpredictability, patience, and emotional control. Even the best players struggle with mental challenges during a round. It’s easy to lose composure when your ball lands in a bunker, lips out, or veers offline. Maybe … Golf Psychology Article>>