Golf Science Lab
246 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 220 ratingsWe help golfers understand what it ACTUALLY takes to get better at golf and perform your best.
Ignore the BS and cut to truth as we talk with leaders in the industry, from professional golfers, coaches, instructors, biomechanists, researchers and more.
Host, Cordie Walker is on a mission to figure out how to improve the way we learn and get better at golf.
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Episodes
[UNEDITED] Why We Need a Revolution in Golf Practice – Roundtable Discussion
November 23, 2018 16:04 - 1 hour - 71.8 MBListen into the full converstation from our latest podcast with Peter Arnott, Ed Coughlan, and Olly Logan
Why We Need a Revolution in Golf Practice - Roundtable Discussion
November 16, 2018 20:44 - 50 minutes - 70 MBWe’re going to cover a lot of the myths and misconceptions about golf practice in this roundtable episode with Peter Arnott, Ed Coughlan, and Olly Logan. SPONSORED BY: Gravity Fit TGW.com
Quick Questions w/ Clay Ballard
November 13, 2018 15:33 - 10 minutes - 9.39 MBLast week's podcast guest Clay Ballard of Top Speed Golf joins us for a few quick questions so we can get to know him a little better.
Solid concepts to test if you want MORE Distance w/ Clay Ballard
November 08, 2018 20:21 - 39 minutes - 54.2 MBToday we’re talking through one golf instructors concepts to explore if you want to increase distance and gain club head speed. Clay Ballard of Top Speed Golf joins us on the show to discuss this topic of gaining distance.
Zack Sucher talks through how he made it on the PGA tour
October 26, 2018 14:29 - 42 minutes - 58.4 MBJoin in on this conversation with Zack Sucher (PGA tour player) his coach Tony Ruggiero, Mark Wood, and others as we talk about his journey to the tour and now his journey back after surgery and extended time away from the game.
What does it take to go from the Web.com to the PGA tour w/ Michael Johnson
October 18, 2018 23:03 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBWhat does it take to make it to the WEB.COM tour? And then how do you get from the WEB.COM to the PGA tour? We sit down and talk about the journey to better with current WEB.COM player Michael Johnson, and his coach Tony Ruggiero, along with Wayne Flint and Mark Wood.
Quick Questions with Dr Mark Guadagnoli
October 09, 2018 21:25 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MBAfter his awesome episode on learning and growth we sit down with Dr Mark Guadagnoli to learn a little more about him.
The real reason GETTING BETTER is so difficult w/ Dr Mark Guadagnoli
October 05, 2018 04:06 - 38 minutes - 35 MBThe real reason GETTING BETTER is so difficult w/ Dr Mark Guadagnoli by Golf Science Lab w/ host Cordie Walker
Quick Questions w/ Dr Greg Cartin
September 25, 2018 14:00 - 9 minutes - 8.63 MBLast week we had on Dr Greg Cartin to talk about myths of the mental game. Listen to that here http://golfsciencelab.com/5-golf-mental-game-cliches-to-forget-w-dr-greg-cartin/
5 Golf Mental Game Cliches to FORGET w/ Dr Greg Cartin
September 21, 2018 01:32 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBThere are a lot of mental game cliches we repeat without much reflection or evaluation. Today we're tackling a few of those with Dr Greg Cartin and giving you 3 keys to take with you to the course.
Why you might want to change your PUTTER SHAFT w/ Barney Adams
September 14, 2018 02:55 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MBWe sit down with Barney Adams to talk about the new putter shaft from Breakthrough Golf Technology.
Quick Questions w/ David Orr
September 11, 2018 17:53 - 5 minutes - 5.27 MBWe sit down with David Orr and ask him our set of quick questions.
You need to change your beliefs about putting… Here’s the research and application you need to know.
September 06, 2018 22:29 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBWe tackle common putting contradictions like "straight back and straight thru" "pendulum" "lock the wrists" and give you a game-plan to improve your putting.
Quick Questions w/ Paul Wood
September 04, 2018 14:00 - 6 minutes - 6.36 MBThis past weeks podcast guest, Paul Wood answers a few questions about his own golf game and experiences.
Ping’s VP of engineering explains common club design myths
August 31, 2018 14:56 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MBWe talk through common golf club design myths of drivers, irons, and putters with Ping's VP of Engineering Paul Wood.
New research shows best way to practice on the driving range w/ Dr Nicky Lumb
August 17, 2018 16:48 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MBListen in to learn about some awesome new research in the field of practice and learning conducted by Dr Nicky Lumb. You'll learn how to maximize your time spent on the range and get some simple practical concepts to improve your practice.
The Latest in Golf Research - WSCG 2018 recap
August 09, 2018 16:20 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBOn this podcast we recap some of the latest interesting research that's taking place and recap the 2018 World Scientific Congress of golf.
Quick Questions w/ Tony Ruggiero
August 08, 2018 01:28 - 6 minutes - 5.97 MBThis past weeks podcast guest, Tony Ruggiero answers a few questions about his own golf game and experiences. Learn more http://golfsciencelab.com/teaching-a-pga-tour-player/
The little known realities of teaching a PGA TOUR player w/ Tony Ruggiero
August 03, 2018 13:56 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBWhat does an instructor that works with players on the PGA tour actually do? That's what we're talking about today with Tony Ruggiero, diving into everything from what they do on a tournament to the work they put in during the off season and off weeks.
Quick Questions w/ Sam Bettinardi
July 31, 2018 19:01 - 5 minutes - 5.31 MBThis past weeks podcast guest, Sam Bettinardi answers a few questions about his own golf game and experiences.
Bettinardi talks putter design and myths
July 26, 2018 19:23 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBWe talk with Sam Bettinardi about common putter myths he hears and the truth you need to know. Get all the details here golfsciencelab.com/bettinardi-putter-design-and-myths Thanks to our sponsor Edel Golf. Learn more from there here bit.ly/edelsinglelength
Quick Questions w/ Scott Fawcett
July 24, 2018 14:34 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBThis past weeks podcast guest, Scott Fawcett answers a few questions about his own golf game and experiences. Listen to the podcast with him here golfsciencelab.com/3-common-myths-of-course-management-w-scott-fawcet/
Stop Making these 3 Common Myths of Course Management w/ Scott Fawcett
July 19, 2018 23:16 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBScott Fawcett shares 3 course management and strategy myths far too many golfers believe. If you want a better strategy on where to aim and make smarter decisions around the course make sure to listen into this podcast! Get all the details here golfsciencelab.com/3-common-myths-of-course-management-w-scott-fawcet Thanks to our sponsor Edel Golf. Learn more from there here bit.ly/edelsinglelength
Quick Questions with Jon Sherman
July 17, 2018 14:00 - 9 minutes - 8.89 MBThis past weeks podcast guest, Jon Sherman answers a few questions about his own golf game and experiences. Listen to the podcast with him here golfsciencelab.com/the-myth-of-consistency-in-golf/
The real reason CONSISTENCY keeps eluding your golf game w/ Jon Sherman
July 12, 2018 17:13 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBWe've all heard it said (or said it ourselves) "I just need to work on getting more consistent". Today on the podcast we have an honest conversation about why this is one of the biggest myths in golf and what understandings you need to shift in your mindset. Get all the details here golfsciencelab.com/the-myth-of-consistency-in-golf/ Thanks to our sponsor Edel Golf. Learn more from there here bit.ly/edelsinglelength
Quick Questions with David Edel
July 03, 2018 14:00 - 5 minutes - 4.61 MBThis past weeks podcast guest, David Edel answers a few questions about his own golf game and experiences. Listen to the podcast with him here http://golfsciencelab.com/putter-aim/
The alarming reason there's a 95% chance your putter isn't aimed where you want it w/ David Edel
June 29, 2018 18:42 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBWe all like to think we're aimed at the hole when we line up a put but are we? Maybe you've purchased a putter with bold alignment aids and hope that's the cure. But what impacts alignment and how well do golfers actually line up their puts? Today we talk with putter designer David Edel. Get all the details here golfsciencelab.com/putter-aim/ Thanks to our sponsor Edel Golf. Learn more from there here bit.ly/edelsinglelength
Quick Questions w/ Dr Bhrett McCabe
June 26, 2018 14:00 - 8 minutes - 7.39 MBThis past weeks podcast guest, Dr Bhrett McCabe answers a few questions about his own golf game and experiences.
You Should Never Believe these GOLF MENTAL GAME MYTHS w/ Dr Bhrett McCabe
June 22, 2018 02:56 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBThe mental game in golf is full of misguided and incorrect “mental game myths”. Today’s guest Dr Bhrett McCabe, shares his experience and best practices from his work with PGA tour players and athletes that perform at the highest level. Get all the details here golfsciencelab.com/golf-mental-game-myths-w-dr-bhrett-mccabe Thanks to our sponsor Edel Golf. Learn more from there here bit.ly/edelsinglelength
Quick Questions w/ Mark Broadie
June 19, 2018 14:00 - 6 minutes - 5.7 MBThis past weeks podcast guest, Mark Broadie answers a few questions about his own golf game and experiences.
3 Common Golf Stats Myths that HURT your scores w/ Mark Broadie
June 14, 2018 18:38 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MBWe sit down with the creator of the Strokes Gained concept, Mark Broadie to talk about golf stats myths and how a lot of our common conceptions of golf stats like FIR and GIR aren’t helping us make smart decisions. Get all the details here http://golfsciencelab.com/3-common-golf-stats-myths-mark-broadie Thanks to our sponsor Edel Golf. Learn more from there here http://bit.ly/edelsinglelength
Quick Questions with Bob Lamkin
May 29, 2018 14:30 - 3 minutes - 2.76 MBQuick Questions with Bob Lamkin by Golf Science Lab w/ host Cordie Walker
Talking Golf Grips w/ Bob Lamkin
May 24, 2018 14:12 - 22 minutes - 21 MBToday we sit down with Bob Lamkin of Lamkin golf grips to talk about the technology and development of golf grips.
Preview of the World Scientific Congress of Golf
May 17, 2018 15:44 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBThe 2018 World Scientific Congress of Golf is coming up in July and in this podcast we're going to talk a little about it and hear from a few of the keynotes.
Quick Questions w/ Steve Buzza
May 03, 2018 15:30 - 9 minutes - 8.6 MBThis past weeks podcast guest, Steve Buzza answers a few questions about his own golf game and experiences.
[UNEDITED] Should you TRY to hit it farther? or TRY to hit it straighter?
May 02, 2018 00:15 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBEnjoy hearing the entire conversation? Listen into this unedited interview with Steve Buzza. We've all stood up on the tee-box of a hole with a tree lined fairway and tried to just hit that accurate controlled drive. On the opposite end of the spectrum you have a wide open fairway and it's "bombs away". THE QUESTION - do those mindsets coming into those tee shots help or hurt you? We talk with Steve Buzza about his study and what he found.
Should you TRY to hit it farther? or TRY to hit it straighter?
April 27, 2018 01:12 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBWe've all stood up on the tee-box of a hole with a tree lined fairway and tried to just hit that accurate controlled drive. On the opposite end of the spectrum you have a wide open fairway and it's "bombs away". THE QUESTION - do those mindsets coming into those tee shots help or hurt you? We talk with Steve Buzza about his study and what he found.
How to use FOAM ROLLERS for your golf game
April 19, 2018 14:00 - 2 minutes - 2.61 MBNick Randall shares how to best use foam rollers for you golf game.
Quick Questions w/ Nick Randall
April 17, 2018 14:04 - 7 minutes - 7.2 MBThis past weeks podcast guest Nick Randall answers a few questions about his own golf game and experiences.
How a Tour Pro works out (case studies)
April 12, 2018 17:34 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MBIt's always good to hear what the best in the world are doing when it comes to certain aspects of their game. That's why it's fantastic to sit down with Nick Randall to learn his process and hear examples of the training he's doing with the likes of Jonas Blixt and Cameron Smith.
The Problem with "Perfect Practice Makes Perfect"
April 05, 2018 19:33 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBThe Problem with "Perfect Practice Makes Perfect" by Golf Science Lab w/ host Cordie Walker
Quick Questions w/ Mark Blackburn
March 29, 2018 13:42 - 5 minutes - 5.24 MBThis past weeks podcast guest Mark Blackburn answers a few questions about his own golf game and experiences.
How a Tour Pro makes a Swing Change w/ Mark Blackburn
March 23, 2018 00:19 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBTwo questions we need to talk about when we look at the golf swing. #1 - When do you make a swing change and #2 - How do we do it. PGA tour coach Mark Blackburn talks about his process and how it played out while working with Kevin Chappell.
Quick Questions w/ Daisy-May Kenny
March 20, 2018 20:00 - 4 minutes - 4.19 MBThis past weeks podcast guest Daisy-May Kenny (who joined us to talk about her study using SuperSpeed) answers a few questions about her own golf game and experiences.
Why Does SuperSpeed Golf Increase Clubhead Speed?
March 15, 2018 17:02 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBYou’ve probably seen some info on SuperSpeed golf and might have some questions on how they’re helping people gain speed (hitting the ball farther) and why 350+ touring pros are using them including Phil Mickelson. Today we’re trying to figure out WHY it works and what changes are happening with Daisy-May Kenny.
QUICK QUESTIONS w/ Dr Sasho MacKenzie
March 13, 2018 17:02 - 4 minutes - 7.86 MBThis past weeks podcast guest Dr Sasho MacKenzie joins us for some quick questions so we can learn a bit more about his golf game.
Key Indicator For Increased Clubhead Speed w/ Dr Sasho MacKenzie
March 08, 2018 16:38 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBWe learn about a key indicator for increased club head speed involving ground reaction forces in the lead foot. We get a good understanding of the research and examples of why it happens with Dr Sasho MacKenzie.
QUICK QUESTIONS w/ Justin James
March 06, 2018 15:19 - 8 minutes - 7.54 MBThis past weeks podcast guest and World Long Drive Champ, Justin James joins us for some quick questions so we can learn a bit more about his golf game.
What it takes to win a World Long Drive Championship (and what you can learn from it)
March 01, 2018 20:49 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBWe sit down with 2017 World Long Drive Champ, Justin James to hear about his development, how he learned to hit the ball so far, and what he's doing today to train more effectively and get even better.
[UNEDITED] How A Better Pre-Shot Routine Can Lower Your Scores (and win you more money)
February 23, 2018 01:21 - 1 hour - 69.9 MBListen into the unedited interview with Dr Matt Bridge.Looking for some cold hard facts and data to prove that a better pre-shot routine can lower your scores and if you play for money… help you win more?!? That’s what we have today with Dr Matt Bridge. Partnering with RSM and the European Tour Dr Matt Bridge found 3 incredible correlations between the pre-shot routine and score. 1 - Spending less time over the ball could earn a European Tour player an extra €189k per season 2 - A shorter t...