Strategies For Playing Against Rivals Rivalries are the toughest mental challenge in the sport of golf. Rivalries can lift some golfers to the next level while stalling the progress of other golfers. The degree of difficulty increases greatly when the rivalry is longstanding, especially when the rival starts advancing at a faster pace. To illustrate the mental challenge that rivalries … Golf Psychology Article>>
How to Get Into a Golf Rhythm “How can I stop thinking so much when I play golf? I just can’t seem to find my rhythm on the course!” Trying to find your rhythm early during a round of golf is a common issue with many golfers. Distracting thoughts and overthinking often prevent golfers from “finding their flow.” With all … Golf Psychology Article>>
Playing Functional Golf Without Your “A” Game Sometimes, good enough is good enough. That is a hard concept for many golfers to accept… Many golfers feel if they don’t have their “A” game, then they don’t have a chance to win. This mindset is the reason why some golfers lose their focus and spiral out of control. When their game … Golf Psychology Article>>
Overcoming Self-Doubt With Mental Toughness “I can’t hit my tee shots…” “I have no confidence in my ability…” “I’m going to fail…” Have you ever had these thoughts during a round of golf? You probably answered, “Yes!” You may also feel you are the only one who is troubled with these thoughts. The battle in the mind is the toughest … Golf Psychology Article>>
How to Improve Your Focus When Golfing Do you watch, worry and focus on how other golfers are playing during a round of golf? Do you become overly concerned with their scores to the point that it knocks you off your game? One of the biggest distractions a golfer has to face is the comparison trap. The comparison trap is … Golf Psychology Article>>
What Should You Focus on When Putting? One golfer said that from all the physical changes he’s tried to get over the yips and improve his putting, the long putter was the most helpful. “I’ve tried all variations and permutations of grips, grip strength, shaft length, shaft weight, head weights, face angles, head types, long putters. Various stances and grips, … Golf Psychology Article>>