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Welcome to Wicked Smart Golf - hosted by Michael Leonard. This golf podcast will help you shoot lower scores and play your best WITHOUT changing your swing. Michael is a full-time golf writer who has written over 3,500,000 words about the sport since 2017 and been playing golf for more than 20 years. In high school, he dropped 50 shots in four years (124-74), played college golf in Southern California, and now plays competitively in Arizona through the USGA, Arizona Golf Association, and Outlaw Tour. He even went to Q-school in 2019 as an amateur golfer. His goal is simple - help golfers shoot lower scores and drop their handicap without all the technical swing changes. Because let's face it, no matter how good you get, your swing will never be perfect and a work in progress. The good news is that you don't need a "perfect" swing to break 80 or become a scratch golfer. In this podcast, he will teach you how to play more consistent golf by mastering your mindset, playing wicked sm
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- Today57 min
503: Wicked Smart Game Plan - From 7 Handicap to Scratch as a New Dad
>> Join Wicked Smart Golf Academy To Lower Your HDCP and Play Consistent Golf Josh, a 33-year-old former college baseball player and new father living in Iowa, joins the podcast to discuss his goal of returning to a scratch handicap after his game drifted to a 7. Despite limited time, Josh has built a high-quality home simulator setup in his garage to practice year-round. In this episode, you will learn: How Josh utilizes a Bushnell Launch Pro and a garage simulator to maintain his swing while balancing the demands of being a new parent. Why identifying a "wedge matrix" and focusing on scoring from 150 yards and in is the primary focus for lowering his handicap. The impact of internal negative self-talk and strategies for catching and spinning these thoughts into positives in the moment. How to apply the "3P approach" (finding three positives) to reset mentally after a poor shot and avoid lingering frustration. The importance of consistent rehearsal swings at 75-85% effort to align the brain and body before stepping over a shot. Strategies for chunking a round into three-hole segments to maintain focus and manage expectations throughout 18 holes. A comparison of speed training tools like the Rypstick and HITS, and how to integrate them with functional fitness and compound lifting. How to use tools like Rotex for mobility and warming up properly to ensure the body is ready for high-speed swings. START PLAYING WICKED SMART GOLF Apply for 1:1 performance coaching with Michael (limited spots available) Wicked Smart Golf Academy To Lower Your HDCP Fast: The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Join the Wicked Smart Golf Newsletter and get 5 FREE practice plans. Recommended Products Speed Train With Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%) Shot Pattern: The best golf GPS + stat tracking to help you manage your round and make better decisions (20% off w/my link). Think Like a Pro with DECADE Golf: The #1 course management system to think like a pro (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Master Mobility & Flexibility with Golf Forever: The best way to work on your golf fitness at home or the gym, with easy to follow plans & app (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 15%). Use HackMotion for Better Ballstriking: The best wrist trainer in golf and become your swing coach (use code WICKEDSMART to save 5% on your investment). Speed Train with HiiTs Driver: Developed by 3X WLD
- 4 days ago1h 2m
Dr. Izzy Justice - How to Easily Train Your Brain for Better Golf (Flashback Friday)
>> Fill out this short survey to get entered to win all sorts of epic prizes to celebrate 500 episodes. >>Get the FREE Mental Golf Playbook >>Read Your Brain Swings Every Club Today I'm excited to welcome back Dr. Izzy Justice—a sports neuroscientist, author of 8 books including his latest, Your Brain Swings Every Club. His first time on in 2023 was a game changer as he helped you understand the concepts in GYRA Golf (one of my favorite mental golf books ever). Dr. Justice has spent over 30 years studying emotional intelligence (EQ) in sports and has trained more than 300 coaches across golf, football, basketball, and endurance sports. He's also a serious athlete himself, having completed over 40 triathlons, including 8 Half Ironmans and 5 full Ironmans. When you listen to this episode, you will learn: Why heads up putting is a bad idea. How to pick targets from tee to green. Why you need to digital detox to let your brain relax. The importance of picking targets early in your routine. The practice keys to get your range game to the golf course. How the process of picking targets actually relaxes your brain. How highlight videos before bed can help you improve your swing. And so much more. WICKED SMART GOLF Apply for 1:1 performance coaching with Michael (limited spots available) Wicked Smart Golf Academy To Lower Your HDCP Fast: The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Join the Wicked Smart Golf Newsletter and get 5 FREE practice plans. Recommended Products Speed Train With Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%) Shot Pattern: The best golf GPS + stat tracking to help you manage your round and make better decisions (20% off w/my link). Think Like a Pro with DECADE Golf: The #1 course management system to think like a pro (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Master Mobility & Flexibility with Golf Forever: The best way to work on your golf fitness at home or the gym, with easy to follow plans & app (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 15%). Use HackMotion for Better Ballstriking: The best wrist trainer in golf and become your swing coach (use code WICKEDSMART to save 5% on your investment). Speed Train with HiiTs Driver: Developed by 3X WLD Champion, Fast Eddie, this hittable driver will help you add distance while hitting balls (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 10%). Wicked Smart Golf Books Play better FAST with the Wicked Smart Golf Trilogy on Amazon or Audible. Simplify "golf fitness" with my book, The Wicked Smart Golf Fitness Formula on Amazon. Or, listen to it on Audible. Follow Wicked Smart Golf Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on <a href=
- 5 days ago54 min
502: John Irvine - Golf Gains 101 (Strength, Speed, and Longevity)
>>Join the Wicked Smart Golf Academy To Lower Your HDCP Fast: The FASTEST way to lower scores and consistent golf. >> Fill out this short survey to get entered to win all sorts of epic prizes to celebrate 500 episodes. Simplify "golf fitness" with my book, The Wicked Smart Golf Fitness Formula on Amazon. Or, listen to it on Audible. John Irvine is the founder of Golf Gains Fitness, a leading golf fitness coaching company that helps golfers build stronger, more athletic bodies to increase distance, prevent injuries, and perform at a higher level on the course. A TPI-certified golf fitness coach, John specializes in combining strength training, mobility, nutrition, and performance coaching into practical programs designed specifically for golfers. Through his online coaching, content, and Functional Golf Training™ methodology, he has helped thousands of golfers improve their fitness and translate those gains into lower scores and more enjoyment on the course. In this episode, you will learn: Outdated myths holding golfers back Why your exercises should not look "golfy" The benefits of contrast training to generate speed The difference for in season vs. offseason training How the Golf Gains app can help you simplify training And a lot more tips. WICKED SMART GOLF Apply for 1:1 performance coaching with Michael (limited spots available) Wicked Smart Golf Academy To Lower Your HDCP Fast: The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Join the Wicked Smart Golf Newsletter and get 5 FREE practice plans. Recommended Products Speed Train With Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%) Shot Pattern: The best golf GPS + stat tracking to help you manage your round and make better decisions (20% off w/my link). Think Like a Pro with DECADE Golf: The #1 course management system to think like a pro (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Master Mobility & Flexibility with Golf Forever: The best way to work on your golf fitness at home or the gym, with easy to follow plans & app (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 15%). Use HackMotion for Better Ballstriking: The best wrist trainer in golf and become your swing coach (use code WICKEDSMART to save 5% on your investment). Speed Train with HiiTs Driver: Developed by 3X WLD Champion, Fast Eddie, this hittable driver will help you add distance while hitting balls (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 10%). Wicked Smart Golf Books Play better FAST with the Wicked Smart Golf Trilogy on Amazon or Audible. Follow Wicked Smart Golf Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube
- 1 weeks ago25 min
501: +5 Handicap Quest (Steal These 7 Strategies To Lower Your Handicap)
>>Download my FREE guide to add 10+ yards in 60 days >>Shot Pattern: The best golf GPS + stat tracking to help you manage your round and make better decisions (20% off w/my link). Today I'm sharing what I'm doing to become a +5 handicap (watch all the videos on my YouTube channel) and how these strategies can help your game too. In this episode, you will learn: The power of a daily visualization practice A look at my advanced practice routines each month Why you should record your putting stroke in practice How the HiiTs driver and speed training have helped me add 5mph clubhead speed And more tips to help you play wicked smart golf. WICKED SMART GOLF Apply for 1:1 performance coaching with Michael (limited spots available) Wicked Smart Golf Academy To Lower Your HDCP Fast: The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Join the Wicked Smart Golf Newsletter and get 5 FREE practice plans. Recommended Products Speed Train With Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%) Shot Pattern: The best golf GPS + stat tracking to help you manage your round and make better decisions (20% off w/my link). Think Like a Pro with DECADE Golf: The #1 course management system to think like a pro (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Master Mobility & Flexibility with Golf Forever: The best way to work on your golf fitness at home or the gym, with easy to follow plans & app (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 15%). Use HackMotion for Better Ballstriking: The best wrist trainer in golf and become your swing coach (use code WICKEDSMART to save 5% on your investment). Speed Train with HiiTs Driver: Developed by 3X WLD Champion, Fast Eddie, this hittable driver will help you add distance while hitting balls (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 10%). Wicked Smart Golf Books Play better FAST with the Wicked Smart Golf Trilogy on Amazon or Audible. Simplify "golf fitness" with my book, The Wicked Smart Golf Fitness Formula on Amazon. Or, listen to it on Audible. Follow Wicked Smart Golf Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube
- 1 weeks ago4 min
Enter the 500th Episode Survey (The Biggest Promotion Yet)!!!
Fill out this short survey to get entered to win all sorts of epic prizes to celebrate 500 episodes. Please take this short survey to get entered into the Wicked Smart Golf promotion. I'll be choosing winners for: 1 membership to Wicked Smart Golf Academy Annual Membership ($997 value) 2 memberships to the Wicked Smart Golf Practice Formula ($397 value) 3 members to the Pre-Shot Like a Pro Masterclass ($297 value) Not to mention, amazing prizes for top training aids and golf gadgets to play wicked smart, including PrimePutt Putting Mat ShotScope Pro L2 Rangefinder Rypstick Speed Trainer Voice Caddie SC200 Plus Launch Monitor GolfForever Swing Trainer + 1-year subscription 2 Tour Aim Training Aids 2 Shot Pattern App Access for 1 year 2 Back to Basics Pro Path Putting Mirrors Answers MUST be submitted by June 12th at 11:59pm PST to be entered into the promotion. Thanks for supporting Wicked Smart Golf! Fill out the survey now!
- 1 weeks ago30 min
500: 15 Biggest Golf Lessons I've Learned From 500 Episodes + HUGE Promotion
Fill out this short survey to get entered to win all sorts of epic prizes to celebrate 500 episodes. Please take this short survey to get entered into the Wicked Smart Golf promotion. I'll be choosing winners for: 1 membership to Wicked Smart Golf Academy Annual Membership ($997 value) 2 memberships to the Wicked Smart Golf Practice Formula ($397 value) 3 members to the Pre-Shot Like a Pro Masterclass ($297 value) Not to mention, amazing prizes for top training aids and golf gadgets to play wicked smart, including PrimePutt Putting Mat ShotScope Pro L2 Rangefinder Rypstick Speed Trainer Voice Caddie SC200 Plus Launch Monitor GolfForever Swing Trainer + 1-year subscription 2 Tour Aim Training Aids 2 Shot Pattern App Access for 1 year 2 Back to Basics Pro Path Putting Mirrors Answers MUST be submitted by June 12th at 11:59pm PST to be entered into the promotion. Thanks for supporting Wicked Smart Golf! >>Fill out the survey now. Today we're celebrating 500 episodes and 15 lessons to help you play wicked smart golf. In this episode, you will learn: How to navigate front pins The first 3, last 3 mentality 2 powerful questions to ask every round The best way to pick targets in your routine How to get your "coach" and "team" to work together to play your best golf And countless other lessons to help you play wicked smart golf and shoot lower scores WITHOUT swing changes.
- 2 weeks ago25 min
499: How to Prepare for Golf Tournaments Like a Tour Pro
>>Join the 21 Day Wicked Smart Golf Putting Challenge (join by 6/2 at 11:59pm PST) >>Try Shot Pattern FREE for 7-Days: The best golf GPS + stat tracking to help you manage your round and make better decisions (20% off w/my link) >>Get PuttView Yardage Books Have a tournament coming up but aren't sure how to prepare? Don't worry, as someone who's competed in 400+ tournament days in the past decade, I can help you out. In this episode, you will learn: How to prepare for every event The most important aspects of a practice round What to do if you can't get a practice round in before the event Why you need to plan as much as possible before competition And a crazy story that happened to me after tournament golf. WICKED SMART GOLF Apply for 1:1 performance coaching with Michael (limited spots available) Wicked Smart Golf Academy To Lower Your HDCP Fast: The FASTEST way to play consistent golf. Join the Wicked Smart Golf Newsletter and get 5 FREE practice plans. Recommended Products Speed Train With Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%) Shot Pattern: The best golf GPS + stat tracking to help you manage your round and make better decisions (20% off w/my link). Think Like a Pro with DECADE Golf: The #1 course management system to think like a pro (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Master Mobility & Flexibility with Golf Forever: The best way to work on your golf fitness at home or the gym, with easy to follow plans & app (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 15%). Use HackMotion for Better Ballstriking: The best wrist trainer in golf and become your swing coach (use code WICKEDSMART to save 5% on your investment). Speed Train with HiiTs Driver: Developed by 3X WLD Champion, Fast Eddie, this hittable driver will help you add distance while hitting balls (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 10%). Wicked Smart Golf Books Play better FAST with the Wicked Smart Golf Trilogy on Amazon or Audible. Simplify "golf fitness" with my book, The Wicked Smart Golf Fitness Formula on Amazon. Or, listen to it on Audible. Follow Wicked Smart Golf Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube
- 2 weeks ago2 min
Join the 1st Ever Wicked Smart Golf 21-Day Putting Challenge
>>Join the 21 Day Wicked Smart Golf Putting Challenge (join by 6/2 at 11:59pm PST) What Is the 21-Day Putting Challenge? This isn't just another random putting PDF or a few drills thrown together. It's a guided 21-day experience designed to help you: Eliminate costly 3-putts Improve speed control Build confidence inside 6 feet Develop a repeatable putting routine Practice with structure and purpose Over the course of one month, you'll train smarter, improve your mental game on the greens, and learn the exact routines, drills, and strategies I've used in tournament golf and coaching. Because here's the truth: Putting has nothing to do with having a "perfect" stroke. It's about confidence, commitment, speed control, and preparation. And the golfers who improve the fastest are usually the ones who finally start practicing with intention instead of randomly rolling putts before rounds. The best part? You don't need hours per day to improve. Small reps done consistently can completely change your confidence on the greens. What You'll Get 🎥 Confident Putting System (3 Hour Video Training Program) Get instant access to my complete system with 25 bite-sized videos. We'll cover mindset, green reading, tempo, routines, practice strategies, and how to become a clutch putter under pressure. 📝 20 Putting Practice Plans Never waste time at the putting green again. Whether you have 15, 30, 45, or 60 minutes, follow these wicked smart plans to practice like a pro. You can print them out or view them on the Wicked Smart Golf app. 📘 15-Page Putting Guide + Checklists A simple guide packed with putting strategies, routines, drills, and mental game concepts from my Wicked Smart Golf system. 📧 Accountability Emails & Check-Ins Stay motivated throughout the challenge with emails featuring drills, mindset hacks, practic ideas, drills, and ways to stop 3-putting. 🎧 FAST ACTION BONUS: Wicked Smart Golf Audiobook (Available for 48 Hours) Continue improving your mental game and scoring mindset both on and off the course with a Wicked Smart Golf book of your choice.
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About Wicked Smart Golf
Welcome to Wicked Smart Golf - hosted by Michael Leonard. This golf podcast will help you shoot lower scores and play your best WITHOUT changing your swing. Michael is a full-time golf writer who has written over 3,500,000 words about the sport since 2017 and been playing golf for more than 20 years. In high school, he dropped 50 shots in four years (124-74), played college golf in Southern California, and now plays competitively in Arizona through the USGA, Arizona Golf Association, and Outlaw Tour. He even went to Q-school in 2019 as an amateur golfer. His goal is simple - help golfers shoot lower scores and drop their handicap without all the technical swing changes. Because let's face it, no matter how good you get, your swing will never be perfect and a work in progress. The good news is that you don't need a "perfect" swing to break 80 or become a scratch golfer. In this podcast, he will teach you how to play more consistent golf by mastering your mindset, playing wicked sm
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