It's been a while since Josh Boggs, PGA has been on the show but he's back!  In this episode Josh talks about how you can tell when it's time to change clubs.  Not only does he lay out a lot of great information he shares a fact that absolutely blew my mind!Friend of the show Chris Finn from Par 4 Success has put together a free assessment to see how your four main rotation centers measure up to other golfers.  Visit par4success.com/griffin to get your free assessment!

How To Tell When You Need New Clubs?

We are back again with Chris Finn the founder of Par4Success.com talking about something we hinted at in his appearance last month - rotational exercises, specifically with medicine balls.  How you can use it to help your golf game and more importantly how to avoid hindering your golf game!Friend of the show Chris Finn from Par 4 Success has put together a free assessment to see how your four main rotation centers measure up to other golfers.  Visit par4success.com/griffin to get your free assessment!

Medicine Ball Exercises: Good or Bad?

Today we're talking about two of the most confusing numbers on the scorecard.  Course rating and slope.  They are related but they speak to two different groups of golfers.If you want to see where you stand against golfers in your age group, sign up for a free self assessment at Par4success.com/griffinFriend of the show Chris Finn from Par 4 Success has put together a free assessment to see how your four main rotation centers measure up to other golfers.  Visit par4success.com/griffin to get your free assessment!

Course Rating VS Slope, What's the Difference

After talking with Chris Finn last week about how to the four rotational centers I wanted to dive a little deeper into one of the things that we touched on lightly.  Angle of attack.  I'm sure a lot of my listeners have heard the term but I wanted to explain the basics of it and take a closer look at it for the people who aren't as familiar.If you didn't get a chance to check out Chris' episode, go do that, then head over to par4success.com/griffin for a free assessment to see how you move compared to other golfers your age!Friend of the show Chris Finn from Par 4 Success has put together a free assessment to see how your four main rotation centers measure up to other golfers.  Visit par4success.com/griffin to get your free assessment!

What is Angle of Attack?

Today we welcome back friend of the show and fellow heart surgery punch card owner Chris Finn from Par 4 Success!  Chris has more data than just about anyone in the golf industry and in this episode we're talking about how to measure yourself against other golfers your age.  *HINT Chris will help you do it for free at par4success.com/griffin*Friend of the show Chris Finn from Par 4 Success has put together a free assessment to see how your four main rotation centers measure up to other golfers.  Visit par4success.com/griffin to get your free assessment!

How Do You Rank Against Golfers Your Age?

This was an amazing final round of the US Open.  I love it when there's tons of people in contention and ESPECIALLY when it's because they're all playing really well.  This year there were more people in contention compared to last year when Jon Rahm won, but we did see some similar bread crumbs in the success.For me I saw 2 main things that the weekend golfer can learn from this final round.One revolves around puttingThe other about target selectionIf you'd like some help with your putting (and some other things) check out my free 5 Strokes In 5 Days ChallengeFriend of the show Chris Finn from Par 4 Success has put together a free assessment to see how your four main rotation centers measure up to other golfers.  Visit par4success.com/griffin to get your free assessment!

What We Learned From The US Open

Have you ever heard of SIFY?  No, not Lady Sif and the warriors three from the Thor movies, but Shots Inside Fifty Yards.  This has been a metric I've been following closer and closer so I can determine what is really holding back my score.Most people will average a little more than 36 putts per round and (especially weekend golfers) will probably miss 16/18 greens in regulation.  If we're really being honest with ourselves we can probably say of those 16 greens we miss, we will also duff or skull a couple of those and wind up with multiple chips on one hole.  My point being, if you track this and see a number around 60, don't be afraid, let's just dive deeper into the what caused it!If you want even more detailed stats, look at how long your first putt is after a SIFY shot.  That will tell you if your chipping or putting is in more urgent need of attention.  At the beginning I would suggest just looking at whether or not you ended up inside or outside of 20 feet.  If you can consistently land inside 20 feet from your chips, you are doing better than the average weekend golfer and should be more focused on your putting.  Obviously, if that's not the case then you need to spend more time chipping.If you want some help with either of these you can sign up for our 5 strokes in 5 days challenge, which will walk you through 5 different practice routines that will drastically help your SIFY metrics!  Get this free challenge by clicking here: https://www.golfstrategyacademy.com/5in5Friend of the show Chris Finn from Par 4 Success has put together a free assessment to see how your four main rotation centers measure up to other golfers.  Visit par4success.com/griffin to get your free assessment!

GSS 152:  Your New Favorite Statistic

Have you ever wanted to know if the work you're putting into your game is worth it or not?  Maybe it's a training aid that your looking to buy but you're not sure if it's actually something beneficial or a bunch of fancy marketing.  Chris Finn from Par 4 Success is here to talk about just that!Chris and I also talk about how to get going early in your season without hurting yourself.  He shares some of his tips on how to listen to what your body is telling you so you can get your golf in without being laid up for a few days afterwards.Chris was even nice enough to put together a free assessment just for our audience!  You can find that, and see where you rank, at www.par4success.com/griffinFriend of the show Chris Finn from Par 4 Success has put together a free assessment to see how your four main rotation centers measure up to other golfers.  Visit par4success.com/griffin to get your free assessment!

GSS 151: Golf Fitness Fact or Crap w/ Chris Finn of Par 4 Success

If you want the shorter version  check out the YouTube videoDo you ever get stuck between clubs and just can't commit to a shot?  It's really easy to get in your own head on the golf course.  This drill is from David Heinen from the Kaizen Golf Academy and it can help you better commit to your shots!Turns out that episode was so long ago it's not even on Apple Podcasts anymore!Friend of the show Chris Finn from Par 4 Success has put together a free assessment to see how your four main rotation centers measure up to other golfers.  Visit par4success.com/griffin to get your free assessment!

GSS 150: Less Than 1 Minute Mental Game Fix

Do I have an interview for you!  Today I'm talking with Henry McGannon a caddie turned founder of RealGolfers.co a golf clothing line that has it's eyes set on making golf more accessible by making it's clothing more affordable.We talk  aboutWhat you can expect if you hire a caddieWhat are the more common errors Henry has seen players makeWhy it's so important to keep golf accessible to allCheck out www.realgolfers.co to see some of these awesome, crazy comfortable, and VERY affordable shirts for yourself!Friend of the show Chris Finn from Par 4 Success has put together a free assessment to see how your four main rotation centers measure up to other golfers.  Visit par4success.com/griffin to get your free assessment!

GSS 149: Caddie Confidential

This is usually the weakest part for a lot of golfers, the mental game.  Let's take a look at what you can do to avoid some of these common mental game missteps.Don't forget to check out the Golf Coach Reacts video series.Friend of the show Chris Finn from Par 4 Success has put together a free assessment to see how your four main rotation centers measure up to other golfers.  Visit par4success.com/griffin to get your free assessment!

GSS 148: 3 Things Killing Your Mental Game

Breaking 80 isn't as hard as you think.  You don't really need to be "perfect" for the whole round.  There's surprisingly a fair amount of room for error.  Let's take a look at what the average stats are for someone who shoots 79.Need help with your short game?  Join our 5 strokes in 5 days challenge!Don't forget to watch on YouTubeFriend of the show Chris Finn from Par 4 Success has put together a free assessment to see how your four main rotation centers measure up to other golfers.  Visit par4success.com/griffin to get your free assessment!

GSS 147:  The Stats Behind Breaking 80

I cracked the code on improving your distance without buying new clubs.  Here's how!Ever since I was a kid (probably around age 14) I was always able to out drive adults who were nearly twice my size.  The secret for me was the separation between my hands and my chest.This allowed me to increase my swing arc and (say it with me) REDUCE VARIALBES IN MY SWING!  By slightly shortening the length of my backswing so I could maintain that big separation (keeping my hands directly in front of my sternum) I was able to both increase my swing arc and more consistently hit the middle of the club face.This really helped create a much more efficient transfer of energy into the ball and that's the secret to hitting the ball further with a shorter swing!Need some help with your game?  Check out my free lessons here https://www.golfstrategyacademy.com/storeFriend of the show Chris Finn from Par 4 Success has put together a free assessment to see how your four main rotation centers measure up to other golfers.  Visit par4success.com/griffin to get your free assessment!

GSS 146: Instantly Get More Distance and Better Contact (Simple Swing Secret)

In this episode I'm joined by Henry Stetina, PGA and we dig deep into what the fundamentals are for better, more consistent iron play.  Henry is part of the PGA/PGM program with New Mexico State University where he works both with player and instructor development (he teaches the teachers!)Henry also has his own podcast as well - Straight Shooters Golf Podcast make sure you give it a listen!Friend of the show Chris Finn from Par 4 Success has put together a free assessment to see how your four main rotation centers measure up to other golfers.  Visit par4success.com/griffin to get your free assessment!

GSS 145: Iron Basics w/ Henry Stetina PGA

Golf 101 on Facebook   Our poll from the Golf 101 Facebook group resulted in an overwhelming request for iron tips, so that's what we'll get into in this episode.  Specifically what you're likely doing to that's causing shots to be fat and thin, and more importantly how to quit doing that!Friend of the show Chris Finn from Par 4 Success has put together a free assessment to see how your four main rotation centers measure up to other golfers.  Visit par4success.com/griffin to get your free assessment!

GSS 144: How to Stop Hitting Fat (and Thin) Shots

Throughout any golf journey you will see ups and downs in your scores, as well as periods where you play a lot or sometimes don't!  For me, living in Wisconsin I have to suffer through winter.     Sure I can go to a simulator, but that can get really expensive in a rather short amount of time.   Here are three ways you can practice your golf game during your offseason to ensure you are as ready as ever when the season starts back up for you.   If you want to have some say in what is discussed going forward (and get some inside info and bonus content) join the Golf 101 Facebook group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/Golf101Breaking90   Want to shave 5 strokes off your game in as little as 5 days?  Join our 5 in 5 challenge! https://golfstrategyacademy.com/5in5Friend of the show Chris Finn from Par 4 Success has put together a free assessment to see how your four main rotation centers measure up to other golfers.  Visit par4success.com/griffin to get your free assessment!

GSS 143: 3 Ways to Practice During Your Offseason (aka What to do in Winter)

Want to save a few strokes the next time you play? Sign up for our free 5 Strokes in 5 Days challenge (click here) In this episode I talk with Kiel Alderink from www.mentalgolftype.com about how your Myers-Briggs personality type can impact how you should think about your mental game. I have dealt a lot with these personality tests, I'm an ESTJ, and they are very helpful in a business and at home sense but I never thought to apply it to golf.Friend of the show Chris Finn from Par 4 Success has put together a free assessment to see how your four main rotation centers measure up to other golfers.  Visit par4success.com/griffin to get your free assessment!

GSS 142: New Secret Trick to Your Mental Game in Golf Golf Tips

I know it's easy to fall into habbits both good and bad, but I tend to see a pretty steady pattern of bad habbits showing up for higher handicap golfers specifically when it comes to chipping.    In this episode we're looking at two factors:  Clean contact Distance control  If you'd like to get your game going as quickly as possible, join our 5 Strokes in 5 Days Challenge!  It's free to join and you can do so by clicking here or visiting https://www.golfstrategyacademy.com/5in5Friend of the show Chris Finn from Par 4 Success has put together a free assessment to see how your four main rotation centers measure up to other golfers.  Visit par4success.com/griffin to get your free assessment!

GSS 141: 2 Keys to Fix Your Chipping

As a thank you for everyone who stuck with me through all my health issues I put together a 5 Strokes in 5 Days Challenge. Check that out by clicking here → https://www.golfstrategyacademy.com/5in5 That's right, I'm back! I wanted to say a quick thank you to everyone who reached out and wished me well with my heart surgery. It took longer than I wanted for my recovery, and if I'm being honest, I'm still not 100%, but I'm good enough to get the podcast going again. _____________________________________________________ Everyone wants to hit their driver better but you have to have a plan if you really want to see improvement. As a golfer you always have to have a plan. A plan for when things are working and a plan for when things are going sideways. Today I'll help you lay out the first couple steps of that plan so you can hit more fairways and start racking up some longer straighter drives. In this video you'll learn: - The difference between alignment and aim (Thanks Rory McIlroy!) - How you can fix your slice by aim further right (wait, whaaaaaat?) - How to stop coming over the top with one simple move - A bonus slice fixing tip at the end of the video Also, if you want a golf group on Facebook where I share multiple tips and tricks per week you can join my Golf 101 group → https://www.facebook.com/groups/Golf101Breaking90Friend of the show Chris Finn from Par 4 Success has put together a free assessment to see how your four main rotation centers measure up to other golfers.  Visit par4success.com/griffin to get your free assessment!

GSS 140: 3 Fool-Proof Ways to Hit Your Driver Better

When it comes to golf we know that the mental game is a significant part of the overall process and oftentimes a very underestimated portion of the game too.  Let’s look to a master of the mental game, PGA Professional Geoff Greig.  Geoff has been helping educate people all about the different parts of the mental game so they can get “in the zone” and perform their best.Friend of the show Chris Finn from Par 4 Success has put together a free assessment to see how your four main rotation centers measure up to other golfers.  Visit par4success.com/griffin to get your free assessment!

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