Making the Turn

Ever have one of those rounds? You're hitting the ball great, but the game is just laughing at you? This week, the guys dive deep into the mental anguish that only golf can provide. Garrett and Tony kick things off recounting the recent two-man Trifecta tournament where they played near-perfect golf tee-to-green golf, only to be beaten by cosmic bad luck and opponents who couldn't miss. From 30-foot miracle putts to flagsticks punishing perfect shots, they break down the frustration when your A-game just isn't enough. Then Mike shares his own humbling experience as a high-handicapper playing a tough private course for the first time in two years — battling topped shots, lightning greens, and the mental gymnastics of being "the worst golfer in the group" and still wanting to come back for more. #ThatsJustGolf #GolfPodcast #GolfFrustration #BadGolf #GolfLife #MentalGame

Ever stripe a drive down the middle, hit a perfect approach, and somehow still walk off the green with a double bogey? We've all been there. That feeling is the theme of this week's episode: sometimes, That's Just Golf. Join Tony, Garrett, and Mike as they break down their recent 27-hole Trifecta tournament — a saga of incredible ball-striking, bafflingly high scores, and the 2-foot putt they both missed in a scramble. Garrett also shares a hilarious (and slightly tragic) story about reaching a new level of golf obsession, where he fumbles a chance with a cute stranger because he's more worried about his release patterns. From frustrating lies on freshly verticut greens to putts that just won't drop, the guys get real about the maddening, unfair, and utterly lovable nature of this game. Pour yourself a post-round drink and commiserate with us! Let us know your most brutal "That's Just Golf" moment in the comments below, and don't forget to like and subscribe for more. #GolfPodcast #GolfLife #GolfStories #ThatsJustGolf

Are you caught in a cycle of overcomplicating your golf game? Many players fall into the trap of chasing perfection by changing everything at once—only to see their progress stall. What if the real breakthrough lies in simplicity? Tony, Garrett & Mike reveal the counterintuitive approach that’s helping golfers make consistent improvements—by focusing on just one thing at a time. Discover why fixing multiple swing flaws simultaneously often backfires—and how to zero in on one manageable change that yields real results. Become a master of one swing thought, then build from there.

Many golfers fight early extension in the downswing, but the fix is NOT always what you think. In this episode of the Best Golf Podcast Ever, PGA professional Tony Rosselli and TPI golf fitness trainer Mike Hendricks show golfers how to unload energy through vertical ground forces without early extending, to create a consistent swing sequence that keeps the golfer on plane. Credit to Texas Tornados for the theme song, "A Little Bit is Better Than Nada" #golfskill #golfstrategy #golfpodcast #golftips #golffitness #bestgolfpodcast

Coiling your body correctly in the backswing sets up an effortless release of energy in the downswing. But improper coiling leads to a downswing chasing corrections and inconsistent golf shots. The spiral line connects your body in a way that can make the correct loading and unloading sequence seem counterintuitive. In this episode of the Best Golf Podcast Ever, PGA professional Tony Rosselli and TPI golf fitness trainer Mike Hendricks discuss how the body loads in the backswing and Garrett Layell discusses a new workout he has started to train his body to coil with more power. Credit to Texas Tornados for the theme song, "A Little Bit is Better Than Nada" #golfskill #golfstrategy #golfpodcast #golftips #golffitness #bestgolfpodcast

Effort and speed are not created equally in the golf swing. In this episode of the Best Golf Podcast Ever, PGA professional Tony Rosselli and TPI golf fitness trainer Mike Hendricks discuss how creating momentum early in the golf swing helps golfers build power that is stored and released effortlessly though impact. Golfer Garrett Layell discusses his experience from applying Mike and Tony's advice and gives golfers feedback on how it feels to generate this power and how it has improved power and distance in his own game. Credit to Texas Tornados for the theme song, "A Little Bit is Better Than Nada" #golfskill #golfstrategy #golfpodcast #golftips #golffitness #bestgolfpodcast

Acceleration gets the golf club moving, but transferring the potential energy into actual club speed requires deceleration. In this episode, Tony tries to help Garrett find his break pedal, and explains how this paradox is an actual fact! Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel for Bonus content: Best Golf Podcast Ever - YouTube Follow on Instagram Credit to Texas Tornados for the theme song, "A Little Bit is Better Than Nada" #golfskill #golfstrategy #golfpodcast #golftips #golffitness #bestgolfpodcast

Knowing how to practice effectively and actually doing it are two different things. How can we stay disciplined in our practice to play our best golf?  Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel for Bonus content: @bestgolfpodcastever Follow on Instagram Credit to Texas Tornados for the theme song, "A Little Bit is Better Than Nada" #golfskill #golfstrategy #golfpodcast #golftips #golffitness #bestgolfpodcast

As mental as golf can be, mental practice is usually ignored by golfers. How do the best athletes in the world prepare their minds to perform successfully?  Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel for Bonus content: @bestgolfpodcastever Follow on Instagram Credit to Texas Tornados for the theme song, "A Little Bit is Better Than Nada" #golfskill #golfstrategy #golfpodcast #golftips #golffitness #bestgolfpodcast

How do we train our bodies to know how to swing the golf club, and our minds to know how to trigger it under pressure? Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel for Bonus content: @bestgolfpodcastever Follow on Instagram Credit to Texas Tornados for the theme song, "A Little Bit is Better Than Nada" #golfskill #golfstrategy #golfpodcast #golftips #golffitness #bestgolfpodcast

How much risk should we take on the golf course, and how do we align this with our natural personality, so we still enjoy playing the game? Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel for Bonus content: @bestgolfpodcastever Follow on Instagram Credit to Texas Tornados for the theme song, "A Little Bit is Better Than Nada" #golfskill #golfstrategy #golfpodcast #golftips #golffitness #bestgolfpodcast

How can we train our body how it feels to swing the golf club properly, while strengthening the muscles needed to do so?  Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel for Bonus content:  Best Golf Podcast Ever - YouTube Follow Us on Instagram Credit to Texas Tornados for the theme song, "A Little Bit is Better Than Nada"

Many golfers, okay most golfers, have a love/hate relationship with the game. How do we balance our competitive drive with enjoyment of the greatest game in the world?  Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel for Bonus content:  Best Golf Podcast Ever - YouTube Credit to Texas Tornados for the theme song, "A Little Bit is Better Than Nada" Chapters (00:00:03) - Golfers Talk About Their Groves(00:02:13) - Enjoy The Blessing Of Playing Golf(00:05:54) - Golf Swing Alignment(00:13:09) - Alignment Tips(00:18:45) - Golfers: Pre-season Practice(00:25:19) - Tony On The Sully's League(00:29:02) - Golf Match(00:39:33) - Golf Lessons for Seniors(00:44:12) - Golf: The Seasonality(00:48:39) - Swing Weight Check(00:52:55) - Golf Lesson: How To Prepare For a Tournament(00:57:31) - Tom Lehman on His Pre-Shot Ritual(01:03:36) - Phil Mickelson on His Swing Coach Relationship(01:09:19) - Tony Finau on Tiger Woods(01:17:45) - Golfing Lesson: Hit the Ball Far More Often

How does our equipment affect our play and how often should we check it to make sure it's still set up best for our game? Mike also dives into grip strength excercises and explains it's importance to your golf swing.  Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel for Bonus content:  Best Golf Podcast Ever - YouTube Credit to Texas Tornados for the theme song, "A Little Bit is Better Than Nada" Chapters (00:00:04) - Lonnie Pool from the Tips(00:03:42) - Golf Lessons Learned From Playing Simulator(00:07:41) - Adam Hadley on His Club Speed(00:12:21) - Golf Lessons: Swing Weight and Grooves(00:17:25) - Golf Lessons Learned From Getting Fitted(00:25:04) - Swing Weight(00:33:20) - How Often Should Golfers Re-Arm Their Equipment?(00:37:03) - Cross-Carrying Kettlebells(00:37:30) - Golf Grip Strength(00:43:28) - Golf Swing Balance(00:47:53) - Grip and Stroke Training(00:52:05) - Pull Up(00:55:32) - PODCAST: Best Podcast Ever

Training your swing is a part of the process of improving. So is trusting the swing you have trained. But how do we train ourselves to trust it?  Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel for Bonus content:  Best Golf Podcast Ever - YouTube Credit to Texas Tornados for the theme song, "A Little Bit is Better Than Nada" Chapters (00:00:04) - Golf Lessons for 40-Year-Old Guys(00:00:44) - Phil Mickelson on Being Better Prepared For The Tournament(00:04:22) - Jimmy Jack's First Tee(00:07:20) - Phil Mickelson on the Hazard(00:10:42) - Golf Lessons Learned From The US Junior Amateur(00:15:46) - Can I Beat Fred Smith?(00:19:52) - Golf Star on His Own Hero(00:20:46) - How Do We Play In The Rain?(00:25:15) - Rain Gloves on the Golf Course(00:29:31) - Golf Practice Plan: How Much Technique Needed?(00:34:47) - Golf Lessons: How to Coach Yourself(00:40:01) - Grant Hill on How Much He Should Trust His Golf Swing(00:44:00) - Golf Lessons on How To Play the Tournament(00:48:24) - Golf Lessons on Working Out at 65(00:51:59) - How To Set Up Your Workout(00:56:18) - Gaining Muscle While Losing Weight(01:00:50) - How NBA players maintain their weight(01:01:15) - Tony's Commitment To Golf(01:03:58) - Rain or no rain?

How can we get ourselves "in the zone" to play our best golf, and is "glute activation" a key component of your golf swing?  Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel for Bonus content:  Best Golf Podcast Ever - YouTube Credit to Texas Tornados for the theme song, "A Little Bit is Better Than Nada" Chapters (00:00:04) - Golf Match Play(00:04:54) - TMI: Weight Loss and Strength(00:10:34) - Golf Training(00:15:03) - Tiger Woods' Pre-Shot Routine(00:19:24) - Golfers Have a Pre-Shot Routine(00:28:37) - Golf Lesson: Post-Shot Routine(00:32:35) - Golfers: Assessment, Analyze, Accept(00:36:10) - Being More Reactive(00:42:15) - Flexing One Butt Leg(00:44:40) - Golf Swing: Early Extension(00:48:46) - Golf Swing Glute Activation(00:51:41) - Steph Curry on His Swing(00:56:09) - The 3-Part Swing(00:59:36) - Golf Lessons For Kids(01:02:19) - Fred Smith Club Championship(01:05:36) - Golf Practice: Should You Treat It Like A Gym?(01:09:36) - Golf Lessons Learned From Training(01:13:05) - Golf: Quality Over Quantity(01:18:28) - Golf Tips(01:22:11) - Putting Lesson

Golf is not a great game for high expectations. Imperfect shots are part of the process. But the longer we let their memories linger, the more of them we will soon have.  Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel for Bonus content:  Best Golf Podcast Ever - YouTube Credit to Texas Tornados for the theme song, "A Little Bit is Better Than Nada"

Golfers often overlook the process of preparing to play their best. Getting your mind and body ready to play will improve your scores a lot more than any last minute swing tip on the range. What are the simple preps we skip the most?  Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel for Bonus content:  Best Golf Podcast Ever - YouTube Credit to Texas Tornados for the theme song, "A Little Bit is Better Than Nada"