340: Golf and Gratitude - 5 Reasons to Love the Game

>>Join DECADE Golf and get 20% off using code "WICKEDSMART" at checkout. Martin Chuck is a top 10 golf coach rated by Golf Digest and shares a ton of wicked smart advice to help your game.  He is a renowned golf instructor with over 30 years of experience helping players of all skill levels improve their game. Known for his engaging teaching style and innovative methods, Martin is the founder of the Tour Striker Golf Academy and has worked with golfers on the PGA Tour, as well as amateurs looking to take their game to the next level.  When you listen to this episode, you will learn: How an interlock grip is wicked stupid. What it takes to play well in tournaments.  About training aids and how to use properly. Why you must stop being embarrassed to play your best golf.  How to hit a basic chip shot to save shots every round.  The 3 T's to make each practice session wicked effective. And a lot more. Make sure to follow Martin on Instagram and check out his products at Tour Striker Academy.  WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products  DECADE Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%).  WHYGOLF Training Aids - The Best Training Aids to help your practice sessions (use code WICKEDSMART to save 15%).  Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%)  Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun.  Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.  PrimePutt: The best putting mats in golf, use code “WICKEDSMART” to save 10% on your investment.  Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips).  Also, don’t forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram   Subscribe on YouTube

>>Check out the best golf gifts for 2024 here. Also, don't forget to register for the Mental Golf Summitt (where I'll be a guest speaker) on 1/25. >>Click here for all the details. Let's talk golf gifts... because let's get real, not all gifts are created equal. When you listen to this episode, you will learn: 13 wicked smart approved golf gifts. 3 gifts you should buy yourself this holiday season. What NOT to buy, so you're a wicked smart gift giver.  And more as I take you through the best gifts that will help you (or anyone you're shopping for's) game.  >>Check out the best golf gifts for 2024 here. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products DECADE Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%).  WHYGOLF Training Aids - The Best Training Aids to help your practice sessions (use code WICKEDSMART to save 15%).  Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%)  Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun.  Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.  PrimePutt: The best putting mats in golf, use code “WICKEDSMART” to save 10% on your investment.  Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips).  Also, don’t forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram   Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible (“Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing”)

Learn the one habit that all wicked smart golfers have in common to help you practice like a pro, avoid bad habits, and make lasting swing changes. Get started with iRange Sports to record your swing - use the code "WICKEDSMART" to save 10% on your investment.  WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products DECADE Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%).  WHYGOLF Training Aids - The Best Training Aids to help your practice sessions (use code WICKEDSMART to save 15%).  Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%)  Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun.  Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.  PrimePutt: The best putting mats in golf, use code “WICKEDSMART” to save 10% on your investment.  Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips).  Also, don’t forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram   Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible (“Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing”)

>>Get WHYGOLF Training Aids using the code WICKEDSMART to save 15% to make the most of your offseason. Here are my favorites:  Alignment Mirror: The best tool for every practice session to help dial in your alignment.  Pressure Plate: Help improve your weight transfer for better contact. Putting Thing: A great putting aid to help with start line and works indoors or outdoors. Arm Alarm: Learn how to keep your arms connected to fight the flying right elbow or chicken wing.  Full Swing Bundle: Get the Pressure Plate, Power Wedge, 2 Alignment Today's guest is Jordan Hagel who is the co-host of Member Guest Podcast, friend, and mental golf coaching student. He's sharing more about his journey to a plus handicap to help you figure how to improve wicked fast. When you listen to this episode, you will learn: Why boring golf is key to breaking 80. His journey to becoming a top 1% amateur golfer.  Why course management is vital to scoring in the 70s. How DECADE stats helped creates his offseason blueprint. What to do when you're going low and how to keep it going.  Why you need to have the right work ethic to lower your handicap.  Make sure to follow Member Guest on Instagram and listen to their podcast for great guest interviews too.  WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products DECADE Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%).  Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%)  Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun.  Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.  PrimePutt: The best putting mats in golf, use code “WICKEDSMART” to save 10% on your investment.  Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips).  Also, don’t forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram   Subscribe on YouTube

>>Check out the EXCLUSIVE BF-CM Wicked Smart Deals now. Wicked Smart Golf Options The Ultimate Offseason (Get a FREE Audible book). The Ultimate Offseason Bundle (Get a FREE Audible book + two 30-minute coaching calls). Wicked Smart Golf Academy VIP Bundle (Access to all 5 of my online programs, Audible book, signed copy of my new book, and two 30-minute coaching calls).  My three exclusive offers end on 12/3 at 11:59pm PST!  In today's episode I'll recap three guest episodes (Dr. Luke Benoit, Leo Herrera, and Paul Salter). Also, learn more about the Mental Game of Golf Summitt on 1/25 where I'll be a guest speaker. Learn more here to start your year off learning from top mental game experts.  WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products DECADE Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%).  WHYGOLF Training Aids - The Best Training Aids to help your practice sessions (use code WICKEDSMART to save 15%).  Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%)  Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun.  Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.  PrimePutt: The best putting mats in golf, use code “WICKEDSMART” to save 10% on your investment.  Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips).  Also, don’t forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram   Subscribe on YouTube

Join Mental Golf Type - 50% off using the code --> WSG!  >>Check out the EXCLUSIVE BF-CM Wicked Smart Deals now. Wicked Smart Golf Options The Ultimate Offseason (Get a FREE Audible book) The Ultimate Offseason Bundle (Get a FREE Audible book + two 30-minute coaching calls) Wicked Smart Golf Academy VIP Bundle (Access to all 5 of my online programs, Audible book, signed copy of my new book, and two 30-minute coaching calls).  My three exclusive offers end on 12/3 at 11:59pm PST!  Mental Golf Type - 50% OFF (use code “WSG”) DECADE Golf - 20% OFF (use code "WICKEDSMART") Rypstick - 20% OFF (use code "WICKEDSMART") Arccos Golf - 35% OFF (use code "WICKEDSMART") WhyGolf Training Aids - 25% OFF (use code "WICKEDSMART") PrimePutt - 10% OFF (use code “WICKEDSMART”) AirBreak Putting Mat Ask yourself these three questions to improve your mental game this offseason: Do I have a consistent pre-shot routine? How does my self-talk help (or hurt) my game?  What emotions or habits held me back this season? >>Check out the EXCLUSIVE BF-CM Wicked Smart Deals now. My three exclusive offers end on 12/3 at 11:59pm PST! 

>>Check out the EXCLUSIVE BF-CM Wicked Smart Deals now. Wicked Smart Golf Options The Ultimate Offseason (Get a FREE Audible book) The Ultimate Offseason Bundle (Get a FREE Audible book + two 30-minute coaching calls) Wicked Smart Golf Academy VIP Bundle (Access to all 5 of my online programs, Audible book, signed copy of my new book, and two 30-minute coaching calls).  My three exclusive offers end on 12/3 at 11:59pm PST!  Mental Golf Type - 50% OFF (use code “WSG”) DECADE Golf - 20% OFF (use code "WICKEDSMART") Rypstick - 20% OFF (use code "WICKEDSMART") Arccos Golf - 35% OFF (use code "WICKEDSMART") WhyGolf Training Aids - 25% OFF (use code "WICKEDSMART") PrimePutt - 10% OFF (use code “WICKEDSMART”) AirBreak Putting Mat When you listen to this episode, you will learn: The danger of your "hedonic reset point." Two books to make you grateful for golf.  Why competition is so important for everyone.  How an attitude of gratitude can transform your game. 5 reasons why golf is the best game ever and why you should be grateful for every round.  >>Check out the EXCLUSIVE BF-CM Wicked Smart Deals now. My three exclusive offers end on 12/3 at 11:59pm PST! 

>>Check out the EXCLUSIVE BF-CM Wicked Smart Deals now. Wicked Smart Golf Options The Ultimate Offseason (Get a FREE Audible book) The Ultimate Offseason Bundle (Get a FREE Audible book + two 30-minute coaching calls) Wicked Smart Golf Academy VIP Bundle (Access to all 5 of my online programs, Audible book, signed copy of my new book, and two 30-minute coaching calls).  My three exclusive offers end on 12/3 at 11:59pm PST!  Mental Golf Type - 50% OFF (use code “WSG”) DECADE Golf - 20% OFF (use code "WICKEDSMART") Rypstick - 20% OFF (use code "WICKEDSMART") Arccos Golf - 35% OFF (use code "WICKEDSMART") WhyGolf Training Aids - 25% OFF (use code "WICKEDSMART") PrimePutt - 10% OFF (use code “WICKEDSMART”) AirBreak Putting Mat Don't make these 5 offseason mistakes that most golfers make! When you listen to this episode, you will learn: About 3 exclusive WSG BF/CM deals. The five offseason fails most golfers make. The importance of putting indoors for 10X confidence.  Why online coaching might get more results than in-person lessons. Why you need to focus on your mental game this offseason. How to keep your swing sharp even if you can't get outside and play golf. Why most golfers never improve in the offseason and how to avoid it to play your best golf. >>Check out the EXCLUSIVE BF-CM Wicked Smart Deals now.  Watch my YouTube video on the best mental golf offseason strategies, too. 

Don't waste the offseason - use RYP Golf products to change your swing and game wicked fast.  >>Start speed training with Rypstick now. This is the best speed trainer in golf and will make it easy to gain distance for next season.  Ryp Foam Balls - Great to use indoors, into a net, or simulator to upgrade your swing. Consider working with a coach to build a more consistent and reliable swing. Butter Blade - An awesome new training aid that makes practice 10X more effective and can use with real golf balls. Use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 10% on all RYP Golf products. WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products DECADE Golf - The #1 Course Management System (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Mental Golf Type - The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%).  WHYGOLF Training Aids - The Best Training Aids to help your practice sessions (use code WICKEDSMART to save 15%).  Rypstick - The #1 Speed Trainer to Hit Bombs (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10%)  Mental Golf Coaching - Get 1:1 support to lower your handicap, master your mental game, and have more fun.  Wicked Smart Golf Academy - The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.  PrimePutt: The best putting mats in golf, use code “WICKEDSMART” to save 10% on your investment.    Arccos Golf - The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips).  Also, don’t forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram   Subscribe on YouTube Buy my golf book on Amazon or Audible (“Wicked Smart Golf: How to Play Better Golf and Shoot Lower Scores Without Changing Your Swing”)

>>Start speed training with Rypstick now. Use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 20% on all RYP Golf products. Dr. Luke Benoit back for his second interview to help you dominate the offseason. He has a Ph.D. in motor learning and control, a 12X best young teacher, the #1 ranked instruction in MN by Golf Digest, and the creator of Rypstick Golf. Before his impressive teaching career, he was also a professional golfer with 18 wins! We had a great chat and think you’ll gain a ton of valuable strategies when you listen to the full interview.  When you listen, you will learn: Why early extension happens. How to change your grip to fix your ball flight. How to schedule practice based on your goals. The importance of grip & a common myth debunked. The mistake most people are making with lag putting practice. The Rypstick guarantee that will make adding speed inevitable. How ButterBlade and foam balls can change your practice routine. And a lot more epic golf tips. Make sure to follow Dr. Luke Benoit on Instagram, book a lesson on Skillest, learn more about working together on his website, and buy Rypstick now.