Sunday was a great day of sport. Watching football and the Carling cup final and also watching the World Matchplay golf. Fortunately I did go for a run this morning just to make sure I didn't spend all day on the sofa! When I went running it always amazes how mental strength plays such a …
Pro-golf+ supplement update
I thought I should write a quick update on my experience in taking Pro-golf + which is a supplement that has been developed specifically for golfers. As you will see from my previous blog it is a supplement that is endorsed by Ernie Els and I was asked to trial it. I posted my last …
Day one of Pro-golf+ supplements
Today, Friday 3rd of Feb is day one of a trial where I am taking a food supplement designed for golf. I was asked to trial the product which advertises improved stress control, mental strength and total focus! The claim is that after one month the effects could be improvements on stress symptoms, enhanced muscle …
Distance measuring devices
Distance measuring devices GPS versus Laser This is a growing market in the golf industry and one that I think some guidance on can be helpful. I am going to give you an overview of both the GPS units on offer and then also the Laser range finders with a comparison of the two. GPS …
Goal setting and the journey
This is that time of year that is famous for people setting goals that they never achieve! Just look at the amount of New Years resolutions that are given up on even before the end of January. Well we've all done it. I have set some goals or targets that I have achieved and many …
Loyalty….to what and who?
Let me set the scene..... A member of the golf club is unhappy with his wedges. I spend some time talking to him about why and what he is looking for in new wedges. I also advocate being custom fitted for any golf club, it is an investment after all! He is interested in changing …
My 2011 Coaching review
Below is part of an email I sent to the people that have come to me for golf coaching this year. It's the first time I have really measured the performance of the people I coach as a group. Maybe more golf coaches should follow suit? Coaching review 2012: This is the time of year …
A balanced view
I have been working on improving my biomechanics to help me improve my golf swing. To do this I have been working with Sarah Adams who is a CHEK golf biomechanic and we have been working on improving flexibility, stability, strength and power. We have been working in that order which for any of you …
How to become your own coach
How to become your own Coach When you play badly or hit a bad shot what do you do? Most people want to know the answer as to why, so that they can "try" not to do it again. Some people get given advice by playing partners or even guess themselves. What are the most …
Golf in the Desert
I have just got back from a 3 day trip golfing in Abu Dhabi with Cleveland and Srixon for their 2011 Grand Slam event. There were 64 other players that Cleveland/Srixon invited out to the desert for a few days. As a Cleveland/Srixon staff player I was only to happy to accept the invite! I …
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