What does being “in the zone” mean in golf? All golfers know what it is like to play a round when everything seems to go wrong, but is there a way to play where most things tend to go right? First, let’s establish what being in the zone does NOT mean. Being in the zone does not mean playing perfect … Golf Psychology Article>>
What Does A Successful Round of Golf Look Like to You? Some golfers narrowly define success as winning. The problem with this limited view of success is that when these golfers don’t win a tournament or shoot their lowest score, they feel like failures. “Needing to win” to feel successful is a trap that golfers unconsciously fall into. When you … Golf Psychology Article>>
How to Quickly Let Go of a Bad Tournament Every golfer has “one of those tournaments” where nothing seemed to go right. After a bad tournament, what you think often sets the stage for your next competitive round. Some golfers tend to hold on to memories of past tournaments, reliving each mistake. As you replay the mental reel of mistakes, … Golf Psychology Article>>
Playing Golf and Competing are Different. Do you enjoy being a competitive golfer? You may think, “That’s a dumb question. I’ve been golfing since I was young. Of course, I like to golf.” Playing golf is usually less pressure. You may try to beat someone in your group, but the stakes are not as high. When there is less pressure, … Golf Psychology Article>>
Are you an “over-thinker” on the golf course? Do you constantly second-guess your shot strategy? Are you usually preoccupied with your score throughout a competitive round? Thinking and performing have a complicated relationship in golf. For each shot, you need to consider the circumstances to create an optimal strategy for that shot. However, some golfers have difficulty switching from thought … Golf Psychology Article>>
How Does Momentum Affect Performance? First, let’s define momentum as it pertains to golf. “Momentum” in golf is being on a roll. It’s a sense of rhythm where the game is flowing naturally. When you experience positive momentum, you are making good decisions and seamlessly executing your plan for each shot. What are the characteristics of positive momentum? * Immersed … Golf Psychology Article>>