Fix Your Putting Game with Bob Labbe

Send us Fan MailIn this raw, honest, and wide-ranging conversation, host Sid Bensalah sits down with Bob Labbe, retired engineer and author of Putting by the Numbers, to explore how structure, science, and simplicity can unlock consistency and confidence in your golf game — starting with lag putting.Bob shares how frustration on the green turned into a 25-year journey that combined engineering logic with real-world results. His method requires no gear, no swing changes — just basic arithmetic, practice, and presence. From technical insights to mindset shifts, this episode goes beyond technique and into what it really takes to be a better golfer.Whether you're chasing a lower handicap or just tired of three-putts, this episode gives you tools, stories, and a refreshing reminder that progress is possible — at any age.Timestamps00:00 – Golf Smarter: Master Lag Putting with Bob Labbe00:36 – Why putting ruins most golf scores02:21 – Meet Bob Labbe: Engineer turned golf problem solver03:15 – From business exit to golf obsession04:32 – Inventing a method from scratch06:15 – How math beats guesswork on the green11:03 – The 25-year road to writing the book12:37 – Making the science accessible to all golfers25:33 – Real success stories from everyday players34:04 – Pre-shot routines and understanding power factor35:32 – Practice commitment and improvement curve38:09 – Why this works on any green, anywhere40:55 – Mindset, confidence, and emotional focus44:20 – Injuries, aging, and staying in the game46:38 – What legacy looks like after the game50:19 – Lightning Round1:02:23 – Final thoughts and farewell📘 Grab your copy of "Putting By the Numbers" by Bob Labbe here.If this conversation moved you or gave you perspective, consider supporting the show. Fuel our Mission Support the show☞ Stay Connected with Pre-Zero Sports Talk!Join host Sid Bensalah and the Pre-Zero Sports Talk community for real conversations at the intersection of sports, leadership, faith, community, and clean progress. Follow, watch, and share your voice—because it matters.Follow & Engage 🔹 Spotify (Video) → Watch Full Episodes🔹 YouTube → Subscribe & Join the Conversation🔹 Twitter/X → @PreZeroST🔹 Instagram → @PreZeroSportsTalk🔹 LinkedIn → Connect with the Community🔹 TikTok → @PreZeroSportsTalk🔹 Substack → Get Exclusive UpdatesYour Voice Matters!🎤 Got feedback or a topic idea?We’d love to hear from you → Send your thoughts here💡 Support the Podcast 👉 Donate.