Golf is a game played outdoors. Because it is always played out in the open, weather conditions can increase the difficulty of play. The wind can push a slight fade or draw headed for the center of the green into … Continue reading
There is a lot of talk on social media from mental coaches about visualization for golfers as a prime ingredient of the mental game of golf. As I explained in my archived newsletter http://bit.ly/12IJ7hE, visualization is not the same for … Continue reading
The first time I encountered someone’s anger with golf was when I was first learning the golf swing. I had a friend who was taking lessons with me. She phoned me one night after a lesson and said she had … Continue reading
When nervous, frustrated or angry in a pressure packed golf situation, golfers tend to mentally and physically freeze, tense their bodies and hold their breath. When there is tension, the body cannot move smoothly and efficiently. Tension can cause a … Continue reading
I love to play golf. I love to play bridge. While I have made grand slams in bridge I will never have a chance to do it in golf. But Inbee Park will have that opportunity August 1-4 at the Women’s … Continue reading
Serious golfers are much disciplined in trying to perfect their golf swings. They take lessons from pros, have their swings videotaped and analyzed, and practice drills for what they are told needs to be corrected. When I ask how much … Continue reading
Golf is 90% mental. At the professional level, golf is probably closer to 100% mental. You have heard these statements said over and over. What exactly does that mean? In any sport you must train your mind as well as … Continue reading
“How can I hit the ball so well on the range, be confident, and then play poorly on the golf course?” It is likely you prepare for your shots differently in the two places, but expect the same results. On … Continue reading
In our memory bank stored in the unconscious mind are negative thoughts and well as positive thoughts. From time to time random thoughts will pop up into our conscious minds. Normally we don’t block out positive thoughts. We just listen to them … Continue reading
The fundamentals of golf include the grip, stance, posture, ball position and alignment. Of these basic fundamentals, the most important, and possibly the one most overlooked by amateurs, is the alignment of your body and aim of the clubface. You … Continue reading
32st YEAR OF MENTAL GOLF COACHING
Joan King, BCH is the founder of Positive Mental Imagery, a mental sports consulting service dedicated to helping golfers achieve their peak performances. Since 1992 Joan has given mental golf workshops, individual mental coaching and hypnosis to amateur and professional golfers internationally. Read More