Ep. 110 Hope Is Not a Strategy

Send us Fan MailWhat’s the real difference between a plan and a strategy—and why do so many golfers confuse the two?In this episode, Andy and Steve unpack their 2026 golf blueprints, starting with a big-picture strategy and working down into the day-to-day planning that actually drives improvement. They cover health and fitness, practice structure, short-game priorities, competition schedules, and the realities of juggling golf with work, family, injury, and winter conditions.Along the way, they reflect on what’s worked (and what hasn’t) in previous years, why flexibility matters more than rigid plans, and how defining your playing field changes the decisions you make as a golfer.Also in this episode:A Pilgrims poll update and the rise of the Dice of TruthWhy health and fitness are no longer optional after 50The case for practicing short game on real grass, not just indoorsUsing nine-hole rounds as mental training, not just swing practiceWhat “winning” actually means in a long-term golf journeyIf you’ve ever made a plan and wondered why nothing changed, this one might help you find The Missing Links.Join the fun by entering The Missing Links Yearly Championship to compete with Steve, Andy and other Pilgrims from all across the world. Just join the Podcast Facebook Group to register your interest: https://www.facebook.com/groups/799518259034661 If you've got your own tips to improve then we'd love to hear them too! Just hit the send us a text message button or find us through any of the links below:  You can now also watch the video version of all our episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMissingLinksGolfShowContact us directly via email: [email protected] more content and to keep up to date, follow the show on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/themissinglinksgolfshow  Don't forget to join the members group!Don't forget to join the private members group to join the conversation.Follow us on X: @TMLGolfShow https://twitter.com/TMLGolfShow Or on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/missinglinksgolf/