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Mentally Better Swing Tempo

By David MacKenzie MHI Golfer Question: I am struggling to maintain a rhythmic good tempo swing because my reducing flexibility in my back is restricting my swing.  I am 73 and play to 9 (occasionally).  Can you help me mentally to have better tempo? David’s Answer:...

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Grain on the Brain

By Geoff Mangum Golfers are always asking me about “grain” and how it affects putting speed and line complicating the reading of the putt. Well, guys and gals, there hasn’t been enough grain on greens to bother with since the 1980s. This is a testament to the lethargy...

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The Core Putt

By Geoff Mangum Here's a tip that helps you tune your touch in to the green speed. I call it the "core" putt because it comes from the center of your manner of relating to the world, and that's what you need to get in touch with to activate your touch on the green....

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External Distractions

With David MacKenzie MHI Golfer Question: I lose focus and get distracted from things like high handicappers looking for lost balls, falling behind time-wise, and generally trying to stay in my game mentally. Can you help me with the mental side of the game? David’s...

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What Guarantees a Good Shot Outcome?

By Adam Young Whenever I ask amateur golfers the above, even if they have spent thousands on lessons before, they look perplexed. Many will respond with answers such as: • Keeping eye on the ball • Following through • Line up well • Turning shoulders • Getting into a...

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Long Drive Q&A With Tommy Hug

Age: 26 Height: 6’3 Weight: 210 Driver Specs: Krank Formula 6 6-degree loft with House of Forged Shaft Sponsors: • No Bogeys Golf Shop • Krank Golf • House of Forged Special Accomplishments: Qualified for 5 World Long Drive Championships What is your longest drive in...

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Why Differential Practice Works

By Adam Young Some of you may know that I popularized (for golf) the idea of differential practice. For those of you who don’t know, here is a brief description of the term. “Differential practice is where we attempt to explore variability befog what we would normally...

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