Jul 4, 2023
In this episode the science of golf, with Dr Daniel Thompson from the Science Caddie. We are talking the biomechanics of your golf swing, and what the research, numbers and data mean for you as a golfer and what you need to improve. Do remember to check Off Scratch Golf - Performance Coaching for ALL Golfers - head over to https://offscratchgolf.com If you love this Podcast please follow on Apple, subscribe, hit the bell on Spotify and be the first to get new episodes. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf Here's our website: https://www.pro-fitgolfconditioning.com Find Dr Daniel Thompson and the Science Caddie here: https://www.sciencecaddie.co.uk
Jun 26, 2023
Let's talk about eye dominance in golf, something I hadn't really considered, but whether we are left or right eye dominant, or in the case of a lot of tour players who are cross dominant is a fascinating subject. In this episode I have Sportsvision Optometrist Richard Hughes as we take a look [SIC] at the relationship between our eyes and golf. Do remember to check Off Scratch Golf - Performance Coaching for ALL Golfers - head over to https://offscratchgolf.com If you love this Podcast please follow on Apple, subscribe, hit the bell on Spotify and be the first to get new episodes. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf Here's our website: https://www.pro-fitgolfconditioning.com Find Richard here: https://richardhughesopticians.ie/sportsvision
Jun 19, 2023
Golf is hard! Putting is hard! But I believe anyone can improve their putting and anyone can be a great putter. This episode, we all need to hole more putts. The man to help us with that today is Ross MacLeod, a Putting Coach from Helensburgh, Scotland. Ross is a PGA Professional and putting specialist with over 10 years experience. Do remember to check Off Scratch Golf - Performance Coaching for ALL Golfers - head over to https://offscratchgolf.com If you love this Podcast please follow on Apple, subscribe, hit the bell on Spotify and be the first to get new episodes. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf Here's our website: https://www.pro-fitgolfconditioning.com Find Ross here: https://rossmacleodputting.com
Jun 12, 2023
You've probably heard and seen the strokes gained theory even if you're not a big fan of statistics and number crunching, today's guest will completely change your mind on that. Scott Fawcett who is the creator of Decade Golf. In this episode Scott is about to change your perception of golf course strategy, there is a mathematical proof on why certain factors are guaranteed to save your shots no matter what your ability level is. Do remember to check Off Scratch Golf - Performance Coaching for ALL Golfers - head over to https://offscratchgolf.com If you love this Podcast please follow on Apple, subscribe, hit the bell on Spotify and be the first to get new episodes. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf Here's our website: https://www.pro-fitgolfconditioning.com Find Scott on INSTA here: https://www.instagram.com/decade_golf/?hl=en Decade Golf here: https://decade.golf
Jun 5, 2023
Why is stretching not the best way to relieve tension? What are the three major causes of tension in our muscles and nerves? My guest in this episode is Carl Reader a Functional Exercise coach, again this is an episode with plenty to take away to improve not only your golf but the way you feel. Do remember to check Off Scratch Golf - Performance Coaching for ALL Golfers - head over to https://offscratchgolf.com If you love this Podcast please follow on Apple, subscribe, hit the bell on Spotify and be the first to get new episodes. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf Here's our website: https://www.pro-fitgolfconditioning.com Find Carl here: https://carlreadercoaching.com
May 29, 2023
Ben Waters Golf Nutrition and Korn Ferry Tour Caddy – so it's time to give yourself a health check with Ben. Loads of takeaways and plenty of things you can use to improve your own game. Do remember to check Off Scratch Golf - Performance Coaching for ALL Golfers - head over to https://offscratchgolf.com If you love this Podcast please follow on Apple, subscribe, hit the bell on Spotify and be the first to get new episodes. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf Here's our website: https://www.pro-fitgolfconditioning.com Find Ben on INSTA here: https://www.instagram.com/sgnutrition
May 22, 2023
In this episode one of the leading Golf Coaches in the World – Alistair Davies. The journey to improve your golf game takes less effort than you realise, those small one percenters' added up over time are the game changers. So, what habits could you develop to improve your game of golf and health? Find out in this Podcast. Do remember to check Off Scratch Golf - Performance Coaching for ALL Golfers - head over to https://offscratchgolf.com If you love this Podcast please follow on Apple, subscribe, hit the bell on Spotify and be the first to get new episodes. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf Here's our website: https://www.pro-fitgolfconditioning.com Find Alistair here: https://www.alistairdaviesgolf.com
May 15, 2023
The Golf Season is well established now and in this episode, I have Ex Challenge Tour Player and S&C Coach Peter O'Keeffe who is now a strength and conditioning coach and we're talking about swing changes and the physical skills behind a great swing. Do remember to check Off Scratch Golf - Performance Coaching for ALL Golfers - head over to https://offscratchgolf.com If you love this Podcast please follow on Apple, subscribe, hit the bell on Spotify and be the first to get new episodes. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf Here's our website: https://www.pro-fitgolfconditioning.com Find Peter here: https://www.golfstrong.ie And on INSTA here: https://www.instagram.com/golf__strong
May 8, 2023
My guest Simon Edwards has a wealth of experience and over 30 years as a PGA Professional, Simon has coached winners on the Seniors European Tour and Amateurs from Elite level to complete beginners. This episode is rich in great ideas, tips, and stories about how you can up your game. Do remember to check Off Scratch Golf - Performance Coaching for ALL Golfers - head over to https://offscratchgolf.com If you love this Podcast please follow on Apple, subscribe, hit the bell on Spotify and be the first to get new episodes. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf Here's our website: https://www.pro-fitgolfconditioning.com Find Simon on INSTA here: https://www.instagram.com/sedwardsgolf/?hl=en Facebook at Carus Green Golf Club https://www.facebook.com/CarusGreenGolf
May 1, 2023
I have Strength and Conditioning Coach Nick Buchan with me on this episode. Nick has worked in golf fitness for over ten years, and we are talking about club head speed and elevating your game to the next level. Do remember to check Off Scratch Golf - Performance Coaching for ALL Golfers - head over to https://offscratchgolf.com If you love this Podcast please follow on Apple, subscribe, hit the bell on Spotify and be the first to get new episodes. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf Here's our website: https://www.pro-fitgolfconditioning.com Find Nick on INSTA here: https://www.instagram.com/nick_strngrgolf/?hl=en Stronger Golf website here: https://www.strongergolf.co.uk
Apr 24, 2023
Ray Jakeman is a Strength and Conditioning Coach based in the UK Midlands. This episode is full of golf fitness and training with loads of quality information and plenty of stuff to take away. We also look at how you can keep your golf up to scratch winter and summer season. If you love this Podcast please follow on Apple, subscribe, hit the bell on Spotify and be the first to get new episodes. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf Here's our website: https://www.pro-fitgolfconditioning.com Find Ray on INSTA here: https://www.instagram.com/thegolfpt/?hl=en
Apr 17, 2023
Bry Roberts is European Long Drive Champion. He has hit the longest ever drive in Europe with a ridiculous smash of 443 yards. This is a really interesting episode where Bry tells us not just about the structure of long drive but how you can use some of the techniques and practices to increase your club head speed and gain those much-needed extra yards. If you love this Podcast please follow on Apple, subscribe, hit the bell on Spotify and be the first to get new episodes. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf Here's our website: https://www.pro-fitgolfconditioning.com Follow Bry on INSTA here: https://www.instagram.com/bryroberts_ld/?hl=en Bry's YouTube channel is here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkAdWRDUVGGugiw4xr8yXAg
Apr 10, 2023
Rachel Drummond thinks golf is not just a game, it's a journey of self-discovery and empowerment, where every swing is an opportunity to push yourself further and be the best version of yourself. This episode is a mindful journey into playing golf, with some of the funnier and darker times playing professionally. Rachel talks about golf being so much more than just golf, it helps you keep grounded maybe see it as a bit of mindfulness that gets you out in the fresh air. If you love this Podcast please follow on Apple, subscribe, hit the bell on Spotify and be the first to get new episodes. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf Here's our website: https://www.pro-fitgolfconditioning.com About Rachel: Rachel Drummond is a Professional Golfer, successfully competing on the European Tour between 2011 and 2021. Having retired from competition at the highest level she now focuses on golf coaching which is now her passion. Rachel started 'Only Golf' with the objective of breaking down the barriers to entry to this great game. 'Only Golf' introduces anyone and everyone to the game of golf with affordability, accessibility and fun at the forefront of the programme. 'Only Golf' is a golfing journey. It establishes the fundamentals of technique, builds knowledge of the game and then takes players through a process of continual improvement which in turn underpins the enjoyment and longevity of the golf experience.
Apr 3, 2023
My first guest of series 6 is Olympic Gold Medal winning Curling Champion Eve Muirehead, not only is she an Olympic Champion but she's a very good golfer. This episode is all about how to handle big pressure moments and of course I talk about her golf game. If you love this Podcast please follow on Apple, subscribe, hit the bell on Spotify and be the first to get new episodes. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf Here's our website: https://www.pro-fitgolfconditioning.com Find Eve on INSTA right here: https://www.instagram.com/evemuirhead/?hl=en All about Eve Eve Muirhead OBE is a Scottish former curler from Perth and the skip of the British Olympic Curling team. Muirhead and the GB team became Olympic champions at the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing, having previously won the bronze medal at the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi.
Aug 22, 2022
In this episode some incredible insights on how our mind contrives to stop us being successful at golf. I have the equally incredible Karl Morris with me on the Podcast. Karl has worked with many of the games top players and is the Lead Coach on his Mind Factor Certification Courses which run all over the world. Check out the Mind Factor here: https://themindfactor.com Karl's own Podcast 'The Brainbooster' here: https://podfollow.com/1258525394 Do remember to check Off Scratch Golf - Performance Coaching for ALL Golfers - head over to https://offscratchgolf.com If you have enjoyed this episode please like, follow leave 5 stars on Spotify and of course comment. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf
Aug 15, 2022
This episode is also all about training and exercise, golf fitness content is all over social media, but are the mountains of content appropriate for you? So how can you make the most of your time in the gym? How little can you do for the biggest return? Golf Fitness Trainer Jamie Greaves has some answers for you. And of course we talk Junior and Senior Women and fitness for golf too. Find Jamie here: https://jggolffitness.co.uk/ Do remember to check Off Scratch Golf - Performance Coaching for ALL Golfers - head over to https://offscratchgolf.com If you have enjoyed this episode please like, follow leave 5 stars on Spotify and of course comment. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf
Aug 8, 2022
Have you ever wondered why it takes so much effort to progress at golf? Have you ever set a goal only to give up that goal before you have even started? Professor Brennan Peterson is a Professor of Psychology at Chapman University as well as being a keen golfer. In this episode we explore ways to set our goals whether on the golf course or in life. There's is plenty of advice on offer from Brennan so I hope you really benefit from this episode. Do remember to check Off Scratch Golf - Performance Coaching for ALL Golfers - head over to https://offscratchgolf.com If you have enjoyed this episode please like, follow leave 5 stars on Spotify and of course comment. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf
Aug 1, 2022
Emma Ballard is the Editor of Women & Golf, once a magazine but now an entirely online platform for Women and Golf. I'm a female golfer so there are many issues and topics that interest me personally. The big question we try to answer in this episode is how we get more girls and women into golf and create life-long golfers from them. Take a look at Women & Golf here: https://womenandgolf.com Do remember to check Off Scratch Golf - Performance Coaching for ALL Golfers - head over to https://offscratchgolf.com If you have enjoyed this episode please like, follow leave 5 stars on Spotify and of course comment. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf
Jul 25, 2022
Have you ever wondered what's in the bags of the world's top golfers? What clubs are they playing with? Or are they using the same sort of clubs we are playing with? With some answers is my guest Lucas Bro, Lucas is a Senior Fitting Analyst for Titleist at their Headquarters in Oceanside California. In this episode Lucas will run through the golden rules of club fitting and how to set your bag up specifically for your golf swing. With loads of tips and tricks I hope you enjoy and subscribe as that really helps this Podcast tick. Club Fitting Link USA: https://www.titleist.com/golf-club-fitting Titleist Performance Centre - Woburn UK https://www.titleist.co.uk/golf-club-fitting/performance-centre Do remember to check Off Scratch Golf - Performance Coaching for ALL Golfers - head over to https://offscratchgolf.com If you have enjoyed this episode please like, follow leave 5 stars on Spotify and of course comment. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf
Jul 18, 2022
This is an episode for every golfer who has struggled with their game, which let's face it, is every golfer on earth. This Podcast features an inspiring conversation with Tour Player Oliver Wilson. He has had a rollercoaster of a career since turning Pro. He had a huge win in 2014 when he took home the Alfred Dunhill Links Trophy at St Andrews. Oliver's story is one of determination, resilience, honesty and a never give up attitude. I hope you really enjoy this episode. Follow Oliver Wilson on INSTA here: https://www.instagram.com/oliver_wilson Do remember to check Off Scratch Golf - Performance Coaching for ALL Golfers - head over to https://offscratchgolf.com If you have enjoyed this episode please like, follow leave 5 stars on Spotify and of course comment. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf
Jul 11, 2022
Veteran LET Player Trish Johnson, commentating for BBC Five Live or Sky Sports, 28 victories and 8 at Solheim Cup Won the LPGA senior championship in Indiana. This Podcast is all about winning and winning more often as Trish shares some of her secrets exclusively for you. Follow Trish here on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tjohnsongolf Do remember to check Off Scratch Golf - Performance Coaching for ALL Golfers - head over to https://offscratchgolf.com If you have enjoyed this episode please like, follow leave 5 stars on Spotify and of course comment. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf
Jul 4, 2022
Aaron Lansberry is a specialist Junior Coach based out of Stonebridge Golf Club. He is a Director of Ignite Golf which are on a mission to create as many life-long golfers as possible. Aaron wants to create tomorrow's golfers and that starts with Junior Golfers. In this episode we talk about why some Golf Clubs don't encourage younger players, Aaron also wishes his experience of being a Junior Golfer had been more enjoyable. More about Ignite Golf: https://ignitegolf.co.uk/juniors Do remember to check Off Scratch Golf - Performance Coaching for ALL Golfers - head over to https://offscratchgolf.com If you have enjoyed this episode please like, follow leave 5 stars on Spotify and of course comment. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf More About Aaron: "My real passion. I have been coaching children for all of my career. I love to see juniors become as passionate about golf as me. I have a modern coaching style for children to make sessions thoroughly enjoyable, truly engaging & great for learning new skills. I want to help your son/daughter learn vital life skills, find a new passion and play loads of golf!"
Jun 27, 2022
In this episode how the Quintic System helps golfers analyse putting strokes and the roll on the ball. Dr Paul Hurrion specialises in biomechanical analysis using the high-speed cameras, force plates and computers. In the Podcast we find out why balance and stability are so important for putting, how your head position can be crucial to where you see the line on the ball and why it's crucial to get fitted for the correct ball not just the correct putter. Find out more about Paul here: https://www.paulhurrion.com Do remember to check Off Scratch Golf - Performance Coaching for ALL Golfers - head over to https://offscratchgolf.com If you have enjoyed this episode please like, follow leave 5 stars on Spotify and of course comment. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf About Dr Paul Hurrion Paul is a leading biomechanist working with UK Athletics, International Cricket Council (ICC), English Cricket Board, and European Tour Golfers.
Jun 20, 2022
Welcome to series 5 of The Pro-Fit Golf Conditioning Podcast. If you are experiencing long-term injuries or have injured yourself playing golf then Chiropractor Dr Shane Lawlor has plenty of help and support to offer in this episode. Check out Shane's work here: http://www.lawlorclinic.ie Off Scratch Golf - Performance Coaching for all Golfers - head over to https://offscratchgolf.com If you have enjoyed this episode please like, follow leave 5 stars on Spotify and of course comment. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf
Jan 17, 2022
My mission in this episode is to run through all the things that will help you get your golf game into the best shape ever. I want you to thrive on the golf course this year when the season starts. This is the last episode in this present series and I have distilled down some of the things you should be doing right now. I will be back when the season starts with more great guests that will inspire and bring insight and improvement into your game. If you have enjoyed this episode please like, follow leave 5 stars on Spotify and of course comment. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf
Jan 10, 2022
A different type of episode today, how to improve your golf without taking any golf lessons. This podcast features one of my clients Wes Edson. He has taken his handicap from 15 to 4 without having a single golf lesson. As we all know technique is very important in golf particularly if you are a beginner. But there are other avenues to go down to improve your golf without concentrating solely on your technique. You are going to find this an interesting listen and a different way to approach your golf. If you have enjoyed this episode please like, follow leave 5 stars on Spotify and of course comment. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf
Jan 3, 2022
My guest on this episode is Sports Psychologist Lee Crombleholme , Lee has over twenty years' experience of working with golfers from club level to European Tour. He is here to shed some light on how to improve what goes on between our ears when we play golf. Follow Lee on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/winninggolfmind If you have enjoyed this episode please like, follow leave 5 stars on Spotify and of course comment. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf
Dec 27, 2021
A really exciting episode and one of my favourites so far, I am in conversation with European legend Paul McGinley. Here are just some of his achievements in golf – Paul has four European Tour victories, played on three Ryder Cup teams, famously holing the winning putt on the eighteenth green at The Belfry in 2002. He then went on to Captain Europe's win at Gleneagles in 2014. A Podcast full of stories including one incredible piece of advice from Jack Nicklaus - this is a must listen episode. If you have enjoyed this episode please like, follow leave 5 stars on Spotify and of course comment. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf
Dec 20, 2021
In this episode a unique story and one that may never be repeated. Gary Wolstenholme is now a player on the European Seniors Tour; however, he spent the majority of his golfing career as an amateur and a very successful one at that. Gary has won over seventy tournaments worldwide, has the record for the most appearances for England and has won the most points to go with it. He famously beat Tiger Woods two and one at Royal Porthcawl. So a fascinating story If you have enjoyed this episode please like, follow and comment. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf
Dec 13, 2021
Paul Waring is a tour veteran with 14 seasons under his belt. He had his first victory at the 2018 Nordia Masters. In this episode we are talking about life on tour, what it is like to win on tour and what it takes to get over the finishing line. Follow Paul here: https://twitter.com/PaulWaringGolf If you have enjoyed this episode please like, follow and comment. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf
Dec 6, 2021
My guest this episode is George Blackshaw, he is a disabled golfer who had an accident as a baby; he lost his right arm and leg. He has got an amazing attitude to golf and life, so take a listen to his inspiring story in this Podcast. If you have enjoyed this episode please like, follow and comment. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf
Nov 29, 2021
I have a great guest in this episode who comes with masses of experience and some brilliant words of wisdom to help you with your game. Ladies European Tour player Lydia Hall. Lydia has been on tour for fourteen years; she has a few victories under her belt as a professional and brings so much knowledge to this conversation. We discuss The Solheim Cup, the differences between the men's and ladies golf, life on tour, Lydia's tips on how to steady the ship when you have made a mistake oh and of course golf fitness. Find out more about Lydia here: https://www.lydiahallgolf.co.uk Follow Lydia on INSTA here: https://www.instagram.com/lydiahallgolf If you have enjoyed this episode please like, follow and comment. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf
Nov 22, 2021
In this episode Chris Hanson an ex European tour player now a Golf Coach. I will be talking to him about his experiences as a tour professional starting at the bottom on Euro Pro Tour and navigating his path to the main tour via the Challenge Tour. Also we chat about the role fitness played in his game, and just how tough it actually is to be a Pro. Check out Chris Hanson's website here: http://www.chrishansongolf.com/ Follow Chris on INSTA here: https://www.instagram.com/hansonprogolf If you have enjoyed this episode please like, follow and comment. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf
Nov 15, 2021
In this episode I take a look into nutrition and its role within your life, health and of course your golf. Today's guest Steve Jones from Nourish Fit Food is going to look at nutrition from a slightly different angle. We talk about your body image, composition and how you can change your physique to lose body fat and build muscle. Our aim in this episode is to improve your diet, spend less time in the kitchen and more time on the golf course. Follow Steve on INSTA here: https://www.instagram.com/stevejones_nourishfitfood If you have enjoyed this episode please like, follow and comment. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf Find out more about Nourish Foods here: https://nourishfitfood.co.uk
Nov 8, 2021
In this episode it's time to address our putting, I am joined by Putting Coach Oli Leett. I don't know about you but every time I play golf I look back on the missed putts as the places I could have saved shots first, more than the miss struck iron or the odd wayward drive. With that in mind let's find out how to hole more putts, how to recover from missed putts and how to really excel on the greens. In this episode: How to use your feet to estimate the amount of slope in your putt. Using AimPoint to start your putts on the correct line. If you have enjoyed this episode please like, follow and comment. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf Catch up with Oli at Leett Putting Hub here: http://www.leettputtinghub.co.uk
Nov 1, 2021
European tour player Graeme Storm, we are talking about life on tour - including eight holes in one! Packed with plenty of advice and tips this is one episode you shouldn't miss. Graeme Storm has a very impressive playing c.v. he started out as an amateur with victories in both boys and men's divisions, one of those highlights was being a team member in the GB&I Walker Cup, where he held the winning putt against Jonathan Byrd. As a professional Graeme has had two victories on the Challenge Tour and two more on the European Tour. (French Open 2007, South African Open 2017) He beat Rory Mcllroy in a three hole play-off – there can't be many golfers who can say that! If you have enjoyed this episode please like, follow and comment. You can find me socially at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf Three takeaways in this episode: Playing to your strengths Knowing your game and being confident in the decisions you make Why Professional Golfers know their yardages inside out Follow Graeme on Twitter: https://twitter.com/stormygraeme
Oct 25, 2021
We have all seen Tour Players training and we think we might have an insight into what they do in the gym. But is their training really different to the everyday golfer? Head of Strength and Conditioning for the European Tour Dan Coughlan joins me on this episode packed with great advice on training - the how, when and why you should and some reasons it could bring your game to a whole new level. About Dan: Dan is a qualified physiotherapist and Head of Sports Medicine with England Golf. Dan also has a PhD is Sports Medicine. Find out more here: https://www.dancoughlan.com Download your FREE Golf Fitness E-Book here: https://www.pro-fitgolfconditioning.com/ Get social with Pro-Fit Golf Conditioning: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en Follow Dan on INSTA here: https://www.instagram.com/drdancoughlan
Oct 18, 2021
Sam Matheson is a Physio and Golf Performance Therapist, in this episode we talk, improving your rotation speed, how human movement is directly linked to performance. We focus in on ribcage and spinal issues that so many club golfers have challenges with. SM Physio on INSTA follow here: https://www.instagram.com/smphysio_perform Download your FREE Golf Fitness E-Book here: https://www.pro-fitgolfconditioning.com/ Get social with Pro-Fit Golf Conditioning: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en
Oct 11, 2021
We are back with another season of amazing chats with a wide selection of golf industry experts. In this episode golf fitness trainer from MM Golf Fitness - Matt Murray. Matt works with a variety of players from club level to Tour Pros, in this Podcast we talk about how you can maximise your training based on your ability as a golfer. In depth with plenty of great information you can take-away and use. Download your FREE Golf Fitness E-Book here: https://www.pro-fitgolfconditioning.com/ Get social with Pro-Fit Golf Conditioning - https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en Find out more about Matt Murray here: https://www.mmgolffitness.co.uk/
Mar 1, 2021
Four great ideas for golf training at home, it looks like home workouts are going to be here to stay for a while as the golf courses around the UK maybe by the end of March. Download your FREE Golf Fitness E-Book here: https://www.pro-fitgolfconditioning.com/ Get social with Pro-Fit Golf Conditioning - https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en
Feb 22, 2021
My guest in this episode is PGA professional Mark Pilling, and in this episode we take a holistic approach and talk about the five pillars of Golf coaching, the psychology of the game and how a club golfer can achieve their goals. Find out more about Mark Pilling here: https://www.markpilling.co.uk/ Follow Mark on INSTA here: @markpillinggolfcoaching Download your FREE Golf Fitness E-Book here: https://www.pro-fitgolfconditioning.com/ Get social with Pro-Fit Golf Conditioning - https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en About Mark Mark Pilling is a PGA professional and a fantastic golfer from an early age. He won the British Boys aged eighteen at Carnoustie in 2002. He then went on to represent the GB and I boys team, the England mens B squad and both Cheshire county boys and mens teams. Continuing his learning journey Mark went on to earn an Advanced Certificate in Golf Coaching, a Postgraduate Diploma and finally a Masters with distinction in Sports Coaching from the University of Birmingham.
Feb 15, 2021
This is possibly one of my favourite episodes with BBC golf correspondent Iain Carter who talks about why he thinks the game should be more than just about distance, he also speaks about the pivotal role that fitness now plays in professional and club golf and we discover what the late Terry Wogan had in common with Tiger Woods! Follow Iain on Twitter here: @iaincartergolf Download your FREE Golf Fitness E-Book here: https://www.pro-fitgolfconditioning.com/ Get social with Pro-Fit Golf Conditioning - https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en
Feb 8, 2021
Sky Sports commentator Andrew Coltart talks candidly about his career and has strong opinions on golf and fitness, this is a great episode for the club golfer as we also talk just what it is like to play against Tiger Woods, with a terrific insight into just how Tiger likes to unsettle a player. Follow Andrew Coltart on Twitter @AndrewColtart On Instagram: @andrewcoltart Download your FREE Golf Fitness E-Book here: https://www.pro-fitgolfconditioning.com/ Get social with Pro-Fit Golf Conditioning - https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en
Feb 1, 2021
Multiple tour winner, Coach, Broadcaster and European Tour Board Member - Paul Eales is my guest today, we are all about technique, getting that perfect shot, and of course keeping our fitness up while we wait for the Lockdown to ease as the vaccination programme rolls out. Find Paul on Twitter here: @paulealesgolf Paul's website here: https://pauleales.co.uk Download your FREE Golf Fitness E-Book here: https://www.pro-fitgolfconditioning.com/ Get social with Pro-Fit Golf Conditioning - https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en
Jan 25, 2021
Founder of Bull 3D - Dr Mark Bull is my guest in this episode, we are talking biomechanics and the impact your body fitness has on your golf swing. About Dr Mark Bull - he has a PhD in Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Science through Birmingham University. His specialises in the impact of posture, movement and biofeedback on golf swing biomechanics and kinematics. Find out more about BULL 3D here: https://www.bull3d.co.uk/ Download your FREE Golf Fitness E-Book here: https://www.pro-fitgolfconditioning.com/ Get social with Pro-Fit Golf Conditioning - https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en
Jan 18, 2021
Sports Physio Dan Turnell talks about the most common golf injuries and how to avoid them. Dan has worked in the performing arts, having previously worked with companies including Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake, West End and touring hits such as Wicked, Mary Poppins, Kinky Boots and Matilda. He worked alongside actors who have to provide a physical performance day in day out. In this episode Dan shares some of his wealth of sports and exercise knowledge so that you can avoid injury. Dan's Website: https://www.danturnellphysio.co.uk/ INSTA: @danturnellphysio Get social with Pro-Fit Golf Conditioning - https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en
Jan 11, 2021
Golf coach and TV Presenter Sophie Walker is my guest this week, she coaches at Mercedes Benz in Stockport, is a regular contributor to SKY Sports and in this episode we are talking life on tour, fitness, women's golf and what's important when it comes to improving your own golf game. Follow Sophie on INSTA: @sophwalksgolf Sophie Walker's passion for golf started at a very young age. By 15 she became English Girls champion and later Ladies Strokeplay champion before going on to play over 150 Ladies European Tour events. Multiple top 10 finishes and career low round of -6 in Dubai. Sophie's website: https://www.sophiewalker.co.uk/ Get social with Pro-Fit Golf Conditioning - https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en
Jan 4, 2021
If you been thinking about how to change your body shape, maybe lose some weight or follow in the footsteps of Bryson and add some mass? Then this episode with Personal Trainer and Golf Fitness Specialist at Barlborough Links Golf Club Dennis Roebuck, is the perfect Podcast you. The Fit Golfer Club https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheFitGolferClub Get social with Pro-Fit Golf Conditioning - https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en
Dec 28, 2020
PGA pro and Social Media Golf Instructor Alex Elliott, Alex is based in Mottram Hall in Cheshire, he has amassed over fifty million views across his social media platforms. before becoming a full-time coach Alex was a Caddy on the European and Challenge Tour. Today we talk all things coaching, caddying and why online instruction might just be for you. Alex Elliott's YouTube Channel: https://tinyurl.com/ybq5swyh Sweetspot Golf: https://sweet-spot.golf Get social with Pro-Fit Golf Conditioning - https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en
Dec 21, 2020
Tom Gradwell, Fitting Technician at Callaway Golf. Most golfers are like kids in a sweet shop when it comes to trying out new clubs. It's easy to be tempted into buying new equipment because it looks good or the Tour Players have just got in their bag. BUT how often do you actually think about if your clubs are right for you? Are they correct for your golf swing or the way your body moves? Are they enhancing your ability or do you have a set of clubs that give no forgiveness whatsoever? In this episode excellent advice on buying clubs from my guest Tom Gradwell. Check out Callaway Golf https://www.callawaygolf.com/ Get social with Pro-Fit Golf Conditioning - https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en
Dec 14, 2020
My guest on this episode is sleep expert Ben Pratt. I bet when you think about improving your health or golf performance you typically think of doing more exercise, changing your diet, maybe getting a new set of golf clubs. But have you ever thought about how much sleep or lack of it could be linked to not just your health but your daily performance? So what is the secret of a good nights sleep? Find out in this episode. Take a look at the Nordic YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCog6Q_nRF-XbcM692odsaQQ Get social with Pro-Fit Golf Conditioning - https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en
Dec 7, 2020
My guest for this episode is strength & conditioning coach and fellow golfer Ray Jakeman. This episode discusses the physical components of club head speed, olympic lifting for golf and how you can train for more power in the gym. Get social with Pro-Fit Golf Conditioning - https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en
Nov 30, 2020
Welcome to season three of the Podcast and my guest on this episode is former European Open winner, Golf Coach, ex European Tour Member, BBC Golf Commentator Andrew Murray, we talk about training for the senior golfer. Find out more about Andrew Murray: https://andrewmurraygolf.com/ Get social with Pro-Fit Golf Conditioning - https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en
Jun 8, 2020
In this Podcast the final of this current season, I talk about five exercises that you need to include in your golf training, 5 movements that are key to a good golf training program, all of which will help develop your golf swing. Get social with Pro-Fit Golf Conditioning - https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en Check out our website: https://www.pro-fitgolfconditioning.com/
Jun 1, 2020
Are you leaking power in your golf swing? Dan Whittaker returns from Elite Golf Coach has been coaching for 14 years, a PGA professional in 2003. He believes that golfers of all levels can play better golf. He talks swings and distance and maximising your practice to improve your golf. Get social with Pro-Fit Golf Conditioning - https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en For more about Dan at Elite Golf Coach - https://danwhittakergolf.com/
May 25, 2020
Dale Sims is from the Business Health Group, today I want to talk about how stress can accompany you to the golf course, and also how that can affect your game. In the last few weeks we have all had to come to terms with some big changes in our life, so Dale is on hand to talk us through some solutions. More about Dale: https://www.thebusinesshealthgroup.com/ Get social with me at: Instagram Pro Fit Golf
May 18, 2020
Damian Hughes is one of my most engaging and clear thinking guests so far, he has some very good ideas on how to improve your performance on the course. Find out more about Damian here: http://liquidthinker.com Check out his Podcast here: The High Performance Podcast Get social with me at: Instagram Pro Fit Golf About Damian Professor Damian Hughes combines his practical and academic background within sport, organisation and change psychology to work as a trusted adviser to the business, education and sporting elite, specialising in the creation of high performing cultures. He is the author of Liquid Thinking, Liquid Leadership, How to Change Absolutely Anything, How to Think Like Sir Alex Ferguson and The Five STEPS to a Winning Mindset in addition to the three acclaimed sports biographies of Sugar Ray Robinson, Thomas Hearns and Marvin Hagler
May 11, 2020
Ryan McGarghan is one of my online clients, don't worry this is not a plug for my services but a story of a golfer who started at the beginning with his training and has made exceptional progress, take a listen to find out just how and why. Get social with me at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en
May 4, 2020
Bronte May Law is an English professional golfer. She won the 2019 Pure Silk Championship, her first victory on the LPGA Tour. An instrumental part of the winning Curtis Cup team of 2012, recipient of the Annika award and 2-time English Women's Amateur Champion Find out more about Bronte here: http://brontemaylaw.com Get social with me at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en
Apr 27, 2020
Lance Gill is an industry leading educator and coach and is one of the most sought after global speakers in the areas of player development, movement restoration, physical screening and fitness protocols. More about Lance: https://lgperformance.com Get social with me at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en
Apr 20, 2020
PGA Coaches Piers Ward and Andy Proudman run "Me and My Golf" an online digital golf coach, structured training program and global golfing community, great guests, terrific tips for when we can all return to the game. For more about Me and My Golf: https://meandmygolf.com/ Get social with me at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en
Apr 13, 2020
Change your putting for the better with my guest Nick Soto he is Head Professional at Northampton Golf Club, located on the Althorp estate. Find out more about nick here: https://nicksotogolf.com Get social with me at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en
Apr 6, 2020
Justin James is a World Long Drive competitor, currently ranked No. 1 in the world. In this Podcast he explains why Long Drive golf has become popular and offers his excellent advice on how to put more power into your shot. Get social with me at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en More about Justin: https://www.justinjamesgolf.com
Mar 30, 2020
You are what you eat, performance nutritionalist David Dunne offers some practical advice if you are thinking of uping your golf game. Even if you are self-isolating there are tips on how to spread your calorie intake over the day. Get social with me at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en Find out more about David on Twitter: @thenutritionisr
Mar 23, 2020
Damon Goddard is a health and nutrition coach, he is the founder of Goddard Sports Performance & Nutrition in Dallas, Texas and the performance and health coach for PGA, has some on point advice on keeping healthy and of course improving your club golf game. Get social with me at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en Find out more about Damon: https://www.goddardspn.com/
Mar 16, 2020
Alex Ehlert is a PhD student at old Dominion University in Virginia, he is a former collegiate golfer and spends a lot of his time studying the way sports science plays a role in improving your game. This Podcast is packed with practical advice and surprising research that will help you improve your golf. Get social with me at: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en Find out more about Alex on Twitter: @A lexMEhlert
Mar 9, 2020
In this Podcast we talk about how you can improve your golf by using technology and assessments specific for you. Jamie Greaves is a strength and conditioning coach, he started playing golf at the age of 10 and played college golf in the USA, where he reached a +2 handicap. Find out more about Jamie: https://www.jggolffitness.co.uk/ Get social on Insta with Pro Fit Golf Conditioning: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en
Mar 2, 2020
Ross Eves specialises in the biomechanics of the golf swing with his research focusing around injury prevention and generating club head speed. He is my guest in this season 2 of the Pro-Fit Golf Conditioning Podcast. Ross also holds qualifications centred around Golf Fitness. He holds a Masters Degree in Strength and Conditioning, is Level 2 TPI Fitness Coach and is also a qualified Massage Therapist. He believes in a holistic approach to the golf swing. Find out how Ross can help you be a better, faster player. Get social on Insta with Pro Fit Golf Conditioning: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en Find out more about Ross on Twitter: @rosseves
Jan 6, 2020
How do you increase club head speed to gain distance on the golf course? Mike Napoleon is the founder of Superspeed a global brand and a new standard for speed training in the golf swing. In this episode we talk about the many factors that can limit an everyday golfer's ability to create swing speed. More about Mike and Superspeed: https://superspeedslugger.com Get social on Insta with Pro Fit Golf Conditioning: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en
Dec 30, 2019
Keeping your nerve and handling emotions on the golf course is something my guest former athlete and participant of the 2016 Olympic games in Rio, Fabienne in-Albon knows quite a lot about. Performing under pressure is the subject of this episode and Fabienne has some excellent advice. Get social with Pro Fit Golf Cnditioning: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en Find out more about Fabienne: https://www.facebook.com/FabienneInAlbon
Dec 23, 2019
Andrew Hannon from Premier Fitness Systems believes that golf fitness training is all about creating mobility, flexibility, and good dynamic movement. He has an awesome Instagram full of great ideas and concepts for the recreational golfer. TPI certified Andrew is a cracking guest that you will learn a great deal from. Get social with Pro-Fit Golf Conditioning on Insta https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en Find out more about Andrew on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/ando_pfs/
Dec 16, 2019
Is perfection killing your golf game? In this episode I find out from an Irish PGA Professional from Douglas Golf Course - David Barry, why trying to hit the ball straight isn't the best way to play golf. David has some great advice on how to really enjoy your game of golf and lower your scores. Get social with Pro-Fit Golf Conditioning: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en Find out more about David Barry: https://davidbarrygolfcoaching.com/
Dec 9, 2019
Good mental attitude, under pressure is as important as good technique when you play golf, in this episode I speak to Emily Perry and Paul Holland from Elite Performance Management who provide golf specific improvement and monitoring. Find out more about Elite Performance Management: https://www.instagram.com/elite_performance_management/ More about Pro-Fit Golf conditioning: https://www.pro-fitgolfconditioning.com/
Dec 2, 2019
How to get Fit for Golf, with Mike Carroll who is a a strength & conditioning, coach from Cork, Ireland, based at Hansen Fitness for Golf in Irvine, California. In this Podcast Mike explains exactly what you should and should NOT be doing in the gym to get golf fit. Get social on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en Find out more about Mike: https://fitforgolf.blog/
Nov 25, 2019
Wintertime can be the toughest part of the golfing calendar, in this Podcast I have some simple to implement tips to survive and thrive during those cold dark wet days the UK throws at us. Before you know it winter will be over and I want you to be ready for those warm spring days back out on the golf course. Get social on Insta here: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en
Nov 18, 2019
How better nutrition can lower you scores with European Tour head of nutrition Professor Graeme Close. Too many golfers overlook nutrition and how important it is If you want to play better golf. Graeme has simple but effective advice on how to up your game. Find out more about Graeme here: http://www.closenutrition.com Get insta social with Pro-Fit Golf Conditioning here: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf About Graeme Originally a Professional rugby league player, Graeme is now a Professor in Human Physiology at Liverpool John Moores University where he combines his academic research with nutrition and physiology consultancy to some of the worlds leading sporting individuals and organisations. As well as leading a masters degree in sport nutrition Graeme is currently the expert nutrition consultant to England Rugby, he is the lead nutritionist to Everton Football Club and works with some of the worlds leading golfers such as Jason Day, the British Number 1 tennis player Johanna Konta and he also works with many Rugby League players. On top of this, and despite spending most of his professional career helping big people get bigger, he currently receives funding from Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan (the owner of Manchester City FC) to help professional jockeys make-weight safely. It is this combination of academic theory (over 75 research publications) and applied practice that has enabled Graeme to establish himself as a world-leading nutrition consultant and public speaker. Graeme is the only person in the UK who is an accredited sports nutritionist (rSEN), sports scientist (BASES) and strength and conditioning coach (UKSCA). He is the deputy chair of the Sport and Exercise Nutrition Register and has recently received a prestigious fellowship from the British Association of Sport & Exercise Sciences (BASES)
Nov 11, 2019
Everyone is different, our physiology varies, the way we move and of course the way we swing the golf club. If you are an everyday golfer looking to improve your golf I will explain why a golf screening will be the best investment you make for your game. Find out more: https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en
Nov 1, 2019
Professional golfer Alistair Waddell a PGA Assistant Professional, he also teaches the game and takes part in professional events. In this Podcast he talks to me about how golf fitness and conditioning is changing the way everyday golfers play the game. Get social with Pro-Fit Golf Conditioning - https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en
Oct 28, 2019
How do you create a consistent, and more importantly, repeatable golf swing? My guest Dan Whittaker from Elite Golf Coach has been coaching for 14 years, a PGA professional in 2003. He believes that golfers of all levels can play better golf. He talks swings and distance and maximising your practice to improve your golf. Get social with Pro-Fit Golf Conditioning - https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en For more about Dan at Elite Golf Coach - https://danwhittakergolf.com/
Oct 21, 2019
Injuries to the lower back are the most common golf related problems, with over a third of amateur golfers suffering some form of lower back injury* Jordan Gregory is from Chiropractor Bramhall and offers advice on how to avoid injury to your back. For a copy of the FREE Golf Fitness E-Book go to: https://www.pro-fitgolfconditioning.com/ More about Jordan's work go to: https://chiropractorbramhall.co.uk/ •National University of Health Sciences
Oct 14, 2019
If you play a sport training is part of the process. Whether you're amateur or professional, to become better you need to train. Footballers obtain match fitness also by fitness training, the list goes on. So why do golfers limit their training to the range and putting green? In this Podcast I will show you why fitness training is the missing link to your game Get social on https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en
Oct 7, 2019
Your mental attitude on the course can be the difference between a great game of golf and a miserable disaster. Today I am looking at how the mind and the body together play a crucial role for the everyday golfer. My guest Karl Morris has worked with over a 100 PGA Tour, European Tour, LPGA and Ladies European Tour golfers. He talks about the Mind Factor and everyday golfers. Get social on https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf/?hl=en More about Karl Morris at https://themindfactor.net/ The Lost Art of Putting book at https://www.thelostartofgolf.com/the-lost-art-of-putting/
Sep 30, 2019
As an everyday golfer you want to make the most from your precious time on the course. Ex European Tour player Simon Dyson believes you could cut down the time you warm up and improve your overall performance with better techniques. Best of all you don't even need to be on the range or a golf course to do either! Listen to todays Pro-Fit Golf Conditioning Podcast to find out why. Find out more about Simon https://www.elitegolfperformance.co.uk Find out more about Pro-Fit Golf Conditioning https://www.pro-fitgolfconditioning.com Get social on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profitgolfconditioning Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pro_fitgolf
Sep 12, 2019
At last a Podcast for the everyday golfer. Golfers just like you and me. I'm Natalie Lowe – the founder of Pro-Fit Golf Conditioning and along with some of the best guests in the business we talk golf fitness, training, nutrition and getting the absolute best from your time on the course. In this episode a little bit about me and what to look forward to.