How do you get into the zone?   Over the past year we've talked to a handful of gurus about golf mindset. Today's episode compiles some of those experts to help us with getting into the zone and handling pressure.  Check out some tips from our second batch:   Steven Yellin from Episode 49 Geoff Greig from Episode 55 Rick Sessinghaus from Episode 64 ---------- Connect with Doctor J: Instagram & Twitter:  @mccullough_dpt ---------- Join the Golf Under Par Podcast Community: Facebook:  www.facebook.com/groups/golffit ---------- Questions, comment, concerns: Email: [email protected]

Looking to improve your mindset? We went back through a few of our episodes with mental coaches and psychologist to give you a quick review from what they already have taught us (and likely forgot when last time out on the course).  Check out some tips from our first batch of gurus, who are: John Taylor from Episode 18 Bhrett McCabe from Episode 42 Kent Osborne from Episode 46 ---------- Connect with Doctor J: Instagram & Twitter:  @mccullough_dpt ---------- Join the Golf Under Par Podcast Community: Facebook:  www.facebook.com/groups/golffit ---------- Questions, comment, concerns: Email: [email protected]

Besides your technique, what are you working on in your golf game? The lovely ladies at Vision54, Lynn Marriot and Pia Nilsson, join the podcast to share several training tips to improve your golf game.  We discuss the importance of human skills in improving your performance, getting into the performance zone, and controlling your tempos.  Connect with Lynn & Pia: Website  www.vision54.com Facebook  @vision54 Instagram @lynnpia54 Twitter @vision54 ----------- Connect with Doctor J: Instagram & Twitter:  @mccullough_dpt ---------- Join the Golf Under Par Podcast Community: Facebook:  www.facebook.com/groups/golffit ---------- Questions, comment, concerns: Email: [email protected]

Where do you need to improve? What should you track during a round? The Father of Strokes Gained, Mark Broadie, joins the podcast to talk about how amateurs can use Strokes Gained to improve performance and lower scores. He discusses misconceptions in regards to good play in golf and what will make your training more efficient. Top Recommendations: 1. Respect the Hazard/Penalty 2. Approach from 100-175 3. Putting from 3-10 feet Connect with Mark Broadie: Website  www.everyshotcounts.com Instagram  @markbroadie Twitter  @MarkBroadie ---------- Connect with Doctor J: Instagram & Twitter:  @mccullough_dpt ---------- Join the Golf Under Par Podcast Community: Facebook:  www.facebook.com/groups/golffit ---------- Questions, comment, concerns: Email: [email protected]

How committed are you to each shot? Are you asking the right questions to get your mind focused? Rick Sessionhaus joins the podcast to talk about the mental side of golf. He shares insights on Collin Morikawa's recent win at The Open with the changing clubs and maintaining composure. Rick lays out how you can include proper questions to your routine to get yourself committed. He also explains best way to handle stress by changing your mindset on each event. Connect with Rick Website  www.ricksessinghaus.com Facebook @RickSessinghaus Instagram  @ricksessinghaus LinkedIn Twitter  @RickSessinghaus ---------- Connect with Doctor J: Instagram & Twitter:  @mccullough_dpt ---------- Join the Golf Under Par Podcast Community: Facebook:  www.facebook.com/groups/golffit ---------- Questions, comment, concerns: Email: [email protected]

Our host, Dr. Jeremy McCullough, talks about establishing a golf fitness program for your self.  He discusses what needs to be included (see below), common mistakes, and  gives example exercises.  Listen to learn key points to improving your training to make your body ready to play your best round yet. Training Program: Mobility Work - hips and thoracic spine Movement Preparation - dynamic warm up Power/Speed Production - jumps, med ball throws/slams, swing speed training Strength/Hypertrophy Training - squat, hinge, push, pull, carry Energy System Development - simulate physical demands during a round Connect with Doctor J: Instagram & Twitter:  @mccullough_dpt ---------- Join the Golf Under Par Podcast Community: Facebook:  www.facebook.com/groups/golffit ---------- Questions, comment, concerns: Email: [email protected]

What should you know about golf biomechanics? We talked with Nick Chertock, who’s an self proclaimed “armchair biomechanist” from his association with many of the greatest coaches in the world.  Most of the conversation was about gaining better understanding of biomechanics and where the the future of biomechanics lies. Connect with Nick Twitter: @golfprogress ------- Connect with Doctor J: Instagram & Twitter:  @mccullough_dpt ---------- Join the Golf Under Par Podcast Community: Facebook:  www.facebook.com/groups/golffit ---------- Questions, comment, concerns: Email: [email protected]

How can you improve your training? What do you need to work on in the gym? We talked with Dr. Dan Coughlan about how he assesses golfers from the Euro Tour, Ladies Euro Tour and England Golf.  He discuss what assessments he uses and some tips for improving your training. Connect with Dan Website www.dancoughlan.com Instagram @drdancoughlan Twitter @drdancoughlan ---------- Connect with Doctor J: Instagram & Twitter:  @mccullough_dpt ---------- Join the Golf Under Par Podcast Community: Facebook:  www.facebook.com/groups/golffit ---------- Questions, comment, concerns: Email: [email protected]

How can breathing improve your mobility? Are you wearing proper shoes? We talked with Mitch Sadowsky about mobility and power development. What we got in return was a great discussion on breath work for mobility, wearing shoes with good toe box, and performing plyometrics for golf performance, which focused on gradual progression to perform in the gym for increasing your swing speed. Connect with Mitch: Website:  www.mitch11strength.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/Mitch11Strength Instagram: @mitchsadowsky Twitter: @mitchsadowsky ---------- Connect with Doctor J: Instagram & Twitter:  @mccullough_dpt ---------- Join the Golf Under Par Podcast Community: Facebook:  www.facebook.com/groups/golffit ---------- Questions, comment, concerns: Email: [email protected]

Aches and pains after a round of golf? It's not golf that is causing you aches and pains!  It's your body's lack of preparation for the activity that is causing the aches and pain.  Brian Bradley of The Egoscue Method discusses the importance of posture in optimal performance, improving your breathing, and diving into simple drills to improve posture and mobility. *You may want to watch the video on YouTube, as Brian shares a few pictures and demonstrations related to the conversation.  https://youtu.be/XCgTiSZMhqY Connect with Brian Website  www.egoscue.com Instagram  @thebrianbradley Twitter @thebrianbradley ---------- Connect with Doctor J: Instagram & Twitter:  @mccullough_dpt ---------- Join the Golf Under Par Podcast Community: Facebook:  www.facebook.com/groups/golffit --------- Questions, comment, concerns: Email: [email protected]