Happy Monday, Golfers,
CHASING WHEN YOU DON’T NEED TO
This is one of the most common traits I see across all levels of golfers, and it usually causes more harm than good. Maybe you have had a slow start, or the round you were dreaming of is slipping away, but instead of staying patient, you start chasing. That often means going for flags you should not, or suddenly getting more aggressive off the tee when the hole does not demand it.
LACK OF ACCEPTANCE
It is as if we have not accepted that the round might be a grind. We set out hoping for greatness, but even on the best days there will always be a few ugly shots. The key is preparing yourself for that reality. The ability to accept poor shots and an off-day is vital if you want to grind out the best score you can on the day.
WHAT DO I NEED TO COMPETE?
Instead of practicing as though you are cramming for an exam, ask yourself: What do I need this week to score well on this course?
Does it demand accuracy from the tee, or is the scoring zone around the greens more important?
Will you need to be sharp on bump-and-run shots, or will high, soft shots be the key?
Once you frame practice around this question, your preparation becomes more focused, and you may realize that some of the things you have been working on will not even come into play on the day.
TRUST THAT YOU HAVE DONE ENOUGH
Another common mistake is doing too much practice in the days before an event, leaving yourself mentally and physically drained.
We are not always in the form we would like, and some practice might be needed to feel sharp, but overworking often comes from fear or from putting unnecessary pressure on ourselves.
Trust that the work you have put in over time is enough, and save your best energy for when it matters.
POST SHOT ROUTINE
We hear a lot about pre-shot routine, but what about your post-shot routine?
Are you letting the last shot hang over you for too long? Whether it is when you take your glove off, start walking with your clubs, or after a few paces down the fairway, you need to find a point where you leave it behind.
The better you get at this, the easier it becomes to accept mistakes and stay fully present for the next shot.
STICKING TO THE GAME PLAN
The power of patience and discipline in sticking to your plan is huge. We often shoot higher scores by chasing after mistakes rather than trusting what we know works and letting the round unfold. You just never know; those last 13 holes could end up being the best stretch you have ever played.
– Coach Tim
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