Category Archives: Mental Golf Newsletters

Superstition in the Mental Game of Golf

I have been writing these monthly mental golf newsletters since 2000. Now with social networking, I would like to hear from you. If you have a question or comment about your own golf superstitions, please leave a reply below. I recently went … Continue reading

Why is golf called a mental game?

In most sports, the body is trained to react to different situations because there is no time to stop, ponder choices, and make a decision. In golf, the ball waits for the golfer. The actual swing time for a 4-hour … Continue reading

Why do I need a pre-shot routine for good golf?

The preshot routine may be the most overlooked part of your mental golf game.  When you are over the ball you are concerned with (1) your target, (2) the ball, and (3) how your body and club will move to get … Continue reading

5 Simple Ways to prepare for your springtime golf game

For many The Masters Tournament signals the start of springtime golf with the first major tournament of the PGA Tour season. The 75th Masters will be played this week, April 7-10th. Only 90 pros get to play in the Masters. … Continue reading

Being decisive is the biggest challenge for golfers

The decisions we make in our lives reflect the choices we make. This is especially true on the golf course. Although we have hit each club in the bag hundreds of times, every situation on the course requires a new … Continue reading

Are you balanced emotionally enough to play great golf?

Last month the discussion in this newsletter was about your intention to create the golf successes you desire. By setting precise goals you defined what your strategy is and how to achieve it. Now that you have a written plan, … Continue reading

Get ready for success: Set good golf goals

The New Year of 2011 has begun. It is a time to look forward to the coming year. It’s a time to reflect on the changes we want to make in our lives. It’s a time to resolve to make … Continue reading