Claude Harmon - Brooks and DJ's coach joins the podcast.

Golf Lovers United: Discussing Golf, the Fair Way

Summary

In this episode of the Golf Lovers United podcast, Ben (Golf Lover UK) interviews Claude Harman, discussing the obsession many have with golf, the importance of playing the game rather than just practicing, and the role of coaching in improving one's game. They explore strategies for junior golfers, the reality of golf expectations, and how focusing on making more bogeys can lead to better scores. In this conversation, Claude discusses the nuances of improving golf performance by focusing on minimizing mistakes, understanding individual golfer's needs, and the critical distinction between technique and execution. He emphasizes the importance of effective practice that mirrors real game scenarios and managing expectations to enhance overall performance.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction to Golf Obsession

02:56 - The Importance of Playing vs. Practicing

05:51 - Understanding the Art of Playing Golf

08:46 - The Role of Golf Coaches and Instruction

12:04 - Strategies for Junior Golfers

14:48 - Improving Your Game: Focus on Bogeys

18:12 - The Reality of Golf Expectations

31:12 - Minimizing Mistakes for Better Golf Performance

34:54 - Understanding Individuality in Golfers

39:46 - The Importance of Technique vs. Execution

43:43 - Practicing Effectively for Real Game Scenarios

57:09 - Managing Expectations and Learning from Mistakes

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