i do a similar thing, i stand behind to take a line and do a rehearsal air swing, then step up to the ball, take one more air swing and then bang it's gone. it starts and ends very quick but not rushed, my friends always say blink and you missed it. my big problem in golf is carrying some anxiety of failure with me around the course . i've been golfing for close to 50 years, 74 years old and a 13hdcp. always working on it. thnx for the help and good gofin' to ya.
Noel, this is not just right and true, but the best way for the amateur to play golf. One day about 30 years ago (as a 5) I bogeyed the first hole, then shanked my tee ball on #2 and made double. I proceeded to play the front nine +15 over par. I was so into my head I was almost paralyzed. As I began the back nine, I said, "Well that paralysis by analysis thing isn't working, why don't I play the back nine the opposite, like Chi-Chi Rodriguez." I then played the back nine almost exactly as your video suggests. Shot +2 on the back. So 51-38= 89. I learned a valuable lesson in letting natural athleticism dominate. Thanks for this video to remind me of the value of flow.
Been there. I had a period when I couldn't take the club away. If I ever feel that level of overload now then this is my immediate 'get out of jail'. Good luck!
I was playing w a buddy of mine who had never played golf or at least very little bit. He was struggling in a big way and about to give up when I suggested just walking up to the ball as if it were a rock laying there and you’re going to hit it w a stick. He started hitting some very playable shots and having fun again. This is the mental image I use when I’m in my head too much. Reminds me of this drill. Cheers!
You are not alone. It is a tough game and when we try to think our way through the swing it gets to a point when enough is enough and there is a breakdown of coordination. We normally then try to think our way out of over thinking. Definitely time for the flow drill.
As I said above, I have been there and it is a horrible feeling to freeze at the ball. This will totally get you out of that block and get out moving more freely.
@@GolfCoachDrNoel i did the drill for 2 rounds over the weekend and after a few wild hits i got the timing down and it freed me up completely i almost entered a care free state as this was very liberating and alot of fun, Thank you very much for sharing.
Whatever confidence I build on the range completely disappears on the course. I do not trust my clubs I do not trust my range and I'm completely overloaded.
Oh no,,been there! That is a horrible place to play from. Work this drill on the range (especially the second part where it becomes your pre-shot routine) and use the progression to build commitment and decision making into your routine on course.
i do a similar thing, i stand behind to take a line and do a rehearsal air swing, then step up to the ball, take one more air swing and then bang it's gone. it starts and ends very quick but not rushed, my friends always say blink and you missed it. my big problem in golf is carrying some anxiety of failure with me around the course . i've been golfing for close to 50 years, 74 years old and a 13hdcp. always working on it. thnx for the help and good gofin' to ya.
Dr R - very very good advice as always. ⛳
Noel, this is not just right and true, but the best way for the amateur to play golf.
One day about 30 years ago (as a 5) I bogeyed the first hole, then shanked my tee ball on #2 and made double. I proceeded to play the front nine +15 over par. I was so into my head I was almost paralyzed. As I began the back nine, I said, "Well that paralysis by analysis thing isn't working, why don't I play the back nine the opposite, like Chi-Chi Rodriguez."
I then played the back nine almost exactly as your video suggests. Shot +2 on the back. So 51-38= 89. I learned a valuable lesson in letting natural athleticism dominate. Thanks for this video to remind me of the value of flow.
What a great example of how debilitating over thinking can be. Thanks for sharing.
Great idea and will take to the range asap
Hi Hendrik. This is brilliant for analytical over thinkers! Do you know anyone like that
Great drill needed this today at the range and will use tomorrow as keep overthinking and freezing
Been there. I had a period when I couldn't take the club away. If I ever feel that level of overload now then this is my immediate 'get out of jail'. Good luck!
I was playing w a buddy of mine who had never played golf or at least very little bit. He was struggling in a big way and about to give up when I suggested just walking up to the ball as if it were a rock laying there and you’re going to hit it w a stick. He started hitting some very playable shots and having fun again. This is the mental image I use when I’m in my head too much. Reminds me of this drill. Cheers!
Fabulous! We can really tie ourselves in knots can't we.
My big problem. Thanks!
You are not alone. It is a tough game and when we try to think our way through the swing it gets to a point when enough is enough and there is a breakdown of coordination. We normally then try to think our way out of over thinking. Definitely time for the flow drill.
i completely freeze behind the ball for what feels like forever, i will give this drill a go it looks fun and just what might help me.
As I said above, I have been there and it is a horrible feeling to freeze at the ball. This will totally get you out of that block and get out moving more freely.
@@GolfCoachDrNoel i did the drill for 2 rounds over the weekend and after a few wild hits i got the timing down and it freed me up completely i almost entered a care free state as this was very liberating and alot of fun, Thank you very much for sharing.
@@stevewherry6205 That is wonderful to hear. Well done for committing to the process.
Dreat drill just what i need, thanks
Thanks Graham. I hope it makes a difference.
This is an excellent drill!
Thanks Mike.
I also couldnt be any worse if i tried!
Get some help. It's an amazing game and worth persevering. Good luck.
Whatever confidence I build on the range completely disappears on the course. I do not trust my clubs I do not trust my range and I'm completely overloaded.
Oh no,,been there! That is a horrible place to play from. Work this drill on the range (especially the second part where it becomes your pre-shot routine) and use the progression to build commitment and decision making into your routine on course.
@@GolfCoachDrNoel thanks. Will do.